Monday, October 08, 2012

Oh Canada!

Often, one has to travel around the world and back again to see through fresh eyes and gain perspective.

Canada has so much to offer and its not that I didn't remember how beautiful it was but I needed to step outside into another space to fall in love again.

Reto's visit from Switzerland was the perfect opportunity for a Canadian adventure. We have been so many places abroad I wanted to show him my home. What better way than a road trip with Dahlia (our bright yellow bug) to Vancouver Island and back.

All summer I danced for the weather gods. I requested an Indian summer and they delivered with flying colors! We were blessed with blue sky, sunshine and warm weather. The only exception was a morning near Port Hardy (Northern end of Vancouver Island). We woke to a shaking tent and huge raindrops soaking the tent.

 Reto and I took three weeks to drive 3500 km. We traveled the Southern route along the Canadian-American boarder to Vancouver. Looking out the window Reto repeated "It looks just like the Western movie!"

After a week on the road we reached Vancouver for a much needed stop at my brothers house. A hot shower and bed felt like heaven after sleeping on the ground and cooking on a camp fire. Following our visit we took the very expensive ferry ride ($80.50 one way for a car, driver and passenger) to Nanaimo.

Vancouver Island was amazing! A stop in the Cedar cathedral was awe inspiring. 800 year old trees towered above us as early morning sunlight shown through the upper canopy. Sept-October really is the perfect month for anyone planning a trip like this. We were usually alone in our camping sites, walks and general adventures. The Canadian wildlife made an appearance. We saw two black bears, several elk, a whale (and it's tail), eagles, big horn sheep and wild jumping salmon!

From West Vancouver island we drove East and North to Port Hardy where my brother is currently living. I would love to revisit this place. The outdoor activities are amazing. From fishing and boating to hiking the North Coast trail or Cape Scott National park there is plenty to explore, perhaps next year...

My Swiss boy has been converted!

Even after 3500 km Dahlia was still smiling.

Three nights in Crawford Bay.

Hey yogis, do you think he has potential??

Vancouver public art

Sunset near Crawford Bay, BC.

Enjoying the drive.

Amazing river on the road to Tofino, BC.

Camping at Morton Lake just outside Campbell River, BC.

He jumped so high he went right over the sun!

On our way from Golden to Invermere.



Margo & Reto on Highway 93

Following a great visit with my brother and his girlfriend it was time to head back to Calgary. We took the North route. Two hours outside Vancouver the weather started to change. The temperature dropped and we knew it was home time. We spent a restful night in Golden before visiting several friends in Invermere and Canmore the next day. Thankfully we arrived back in Calgary just in time to wish my friend Rod a Bon Voyage before he left and throw snowballs at each other (on Oct 1st!!)

What a great trip! Ontario, here we come.

Wednesday, September 12, 2012

The Wheatley Family is Growing!

I feel like an honorary member of this family. Every year the family grows and I am so blessed to be a small part of their history in the making. The newest member at this years shoot was just over two weeks old! I can't wait to see who is in the picture next year!!









Wednesday, September 05, 2012

A morning stroll in the park

I love watching families grow. In just five short years this family of two has become four. 
Running in circles, playing with the ducks and hanging around the playground rounded out a fun morning. I really enjoyed catching a moment in this young families life. Time flies by so quickly, we have to keep a few special memories along the way!






Tuesday, September 04, 2012

A Classy Affair

Melodies from the band drifted softly behind Sarah as she walked down the aisle. The Lougheed House was the perfect backdrop for Steve and Sarah's union. With family, friends and sunshine present the couple exchanged hand written vows. It truly was a classy affair.






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Monday, August 27, 2012

Family Fun in the park!



We managed to find a window of sunshine and puffy clouds before the rain fell. I have watched this beautiful family grow and change over the course of several years. I love catching up with them after being away. They are sincere, honest, fun loving people who are very obviously in love with their girls and blessed life. I am honored to be able to contribute to the creation of there family memories.




Tuesday, August 14, 2012

Elsa and the boys






When Elsa called to inquire about photographing her Great Danes, Darby and Thor, I had no idea what to expect. I knew they were large dogs but that was about it.

We had so much fun running them back and forth in the yard and then watching to see where they would settle. Thor had a great time rolling through the grass after bounding around, slobbering on everything and gulping water.

I love switching up my photography. Dogs are unpredictable and great to work with!


Jay, Andi & Atticus















 Look at this cute family!
Despite the rain, Atticus's 7th month mark was recorded for posterity. He even posed by crossing his legs and relaxing into the pillows!




Tuesday, August 07, 2012

Sophie & Scott Got Married!

Scott and Sophie are my kind of people! Their union was relaxed, full of sunshine and included special people from all over the world. I am honored they trusted me enough to choose me as their wedding photographer while I was still traveling in Nepal. What a great day. Thanks for letting me be such an important part of your life story!


















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