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A Summer Newborn Session in a Hidden Winnipeg Park One of my favourite things about summer newborn sessions is the freedom to step outside and discover somewhere beautiful. Sometimes, the best little locations are hiding just around the corner. Lucky us, this little park was a quick walk from their house and was a perfect […]

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The Giesbrechts on their property in fall Who doesn’t love a golden fall photoshoot with 3 cute little cowboys and their hats? I’ve been photographing the Giesbrechts since forever, and this year’s family photos just might be my very favourite! I had been eyeing the “ditch light” across their road, and boy, did it ever […]

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Natural, heartfelt newborn photography for the little details and the people who make your family yours. Serving Southeast MB. I’ve been photographing Caity and Nick since their dreamy beachy engagement session over 4 years ago. I daresay the same gorgeous pinky tones made a revival for their sweet baby girl! Caity is the queen of […]

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Jenna & Connor There is nowhere more magical than the beach. Each time I make it through the soft sandy path to the beach, the view mesmerizes me. It’s different every time I go and I think that’s what makes it so wonderful! I love that I don’t choose the weather, it’s chosen for each […]

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Every year I collaborate with Lauren from Stonehouse Weddings for my Winnipeg Studio Mother’s Day Mini sessions. And every year I’m left speechless when the vision comes together! This year was absolutely no exception. I love pairing a calm and bright studio with a unique flower design so each family gets a beautiful backdrop that’s […]

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Caity & Nick’s Grand Beach Engagement Session Their love is sweet and fiery, which is also how I would describe this evening’s sunset! It couldn’t have been a better night for their Grand Beach engagement session. I do really love the surprise of not knowing what each evening will look like. Before each session, I […]

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Jenna & Connor There is nowhere more magical than the beach. Each time I make it through the soft sandy path to the beach, the view mesmerizes me. It’s different every time I go and I think that’s what makes it so wonderful! I love that I don’t choose the weather, it’s chosen for each […]

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Cass & Tony If you’ve ever heard me rave about Grand Beach and how much I love it, this right here is why! This Grand Beach bridal session was extra special to me for many reasons! One being that Tony and Cass are some of my and Valerio’s best friends. Almost two years ago they […]

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Alex & Kyle Having the chance to wear your wedding dress again is seriously the best. The day goes by so quickly and before you know it, the dance is over, your guests have left and you’re packing up the car to head home. I was thrilled when Alex reached out to do a wreck the […]

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 Banff Wedding Photographer – Jena & David Even though I was raised in the prairies, a part of me always feels so at home in the mountains. I think it’s the wide-open glacier air and how small, yet content you feel standing among something so large. To celebrate 9 months of marriage, Jena & David […]

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Jozanna & Cody Matlock Beach will always be one of my favourite places. The cotton candy sunsets, the gentle waves and the piers that line the beaches are the most stunning sight. Whenever I am there, the light is soft and pretty and the company I’m with is lovely.  This summer’s Matlock Beach elopement was […]

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