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It was a smokey day when we got out for Melissa's maternity shoot. It kind of added a bit of magic to the photo's though. We took a stroll through Kilcona Park with the two expecting parents. It shouldn't be too long now until we meet the new arrival to their family.
- C
Sara and Troy are one of very few people these days that do not find out the gender of their baby. I have no idea how they do it. The anticipation is even killing me. I will also be doing their baby shoot as soon as the little baby is born. Keep an eye out for that, and the suspense will be no more !!
Congrats Sara and Troy. We cannot wait to find out what you're having , and meet your little addition !!
-A
Way back in the winter we had a contest and gave away a couple of free shoots. Kayla and Jarrod were one of the winners. Being outdoorsy, and loving camping they wanted to head out to Birds Hill Park for their shoot. They really made it easy to get some great photo's of them. There was lots of laughing and joking around, and they had no problem kickin up the heat every now and then too.
1. Don't worry if you are nervous, or scared, etc
We hear this all the time, people aren't used to being in front of the
camera and you feel nervous and awkward. Trust us, we know how you feel,
and we are the same way when the cameras are turned on us.
This feeling will pass pretty quick, and before you know it, you will
hardly even care that we're taking your pictures.
2. How to dress?
Wear what is comfortable and wear what is you. You don't have to wear a fancy
dress, or a suit if you aren't going to feel comfortable in it. Be sure to wear
clothes that are complimentary to each other, they don't have to be matchy-matchy.
3. Where should we do our photos?
The best places are the one's that are special to both of you. If you like
to go out to the lake, then lets head out there. If you enjoy a good cup
of coffee together, we can check out your favorite cafe. Pick somewhere
with meaning and the photo's will mean more to you, and you'll feel much
more comfortable there. Can't think of any where specific? Ask us! We have lots of suggestions of places to go!
4. Enjoy it.
Don't worry about us being there, be yourselves, laugh, kiss, hug, play
around, dance. We'll help you out and direct you but don't be afraid to be
yourselves, it will shine through in your photos.
Below are a few inspiration photos from past couples sessions.
We had actually planned on doing this shoot the week before, however mother nature wasn't having any of that and set forth a great storm. So we rescheduled for the next week. Watching the weather closely it looked like we were going to have to put it off again as a storm was on its way. Luckily the storm stayed just south enough and no rain kept us from shooting. Glad we could get out with these two and capture some great photo's for them.
Their wedding will be coming up later this summer, so stay tuned for more of Kashmere and Kevin!
- C
To say these two are fun is an understatement, we had a great time and some good laughs. Having just bought a new house they really wanted to have some of their engagement shoot done there. After taking a few 'shots' there, we made our way out to The Forks, another important place to them as this is where Paul asked the big question! We also had another photographer with us - Josh- he is the newest member of the Cojo Photo team.
Looking forward to the big day with Nerissa and Paul later this summer.
At only 5 days old, Baby Avery was an absolute gem to meet, cuddle and take pictures of! She slept through pretty much my entire visit!
Here are just a few of our favorites from this session, and it was hard to narrow them down!
Congratulations to new (second time) parents Ashley and Matt! We hope Avery continues to sleep as much as he has been!
-A
I think I've known Jason since I was about 5, which is crazy! We recently got together and spent an evening at the park getting some great shots of him and Amanda. Always nice to get out with an old friend and capture them with their loved one.
Enjoy
- Corey.
Kelsey and Ed met each other for the first time at Grunthal Motocross Track. Both of them being into dirt bikes and motocross made choosing the location for their engagement photo's a no brainer. The weather was looking to be pretty sketchy for the day of their shoot, but there was no rain when we left the house to head out to Grunthal. Having never been out there before we didn't know what we were in for with spots to shoot. Luckily there was a beautiful little creek right behind the track which made for a perfect spot for the 'formal, and fancy' part of the shoot.
After we got those out of the way, the two of them suited up and started their bikes and we got out on the track. We almost didn't get on the track, but that's another story.
Being able to shoot Kelsey and Ed doing what they love to do, and the reason they met was amazing. It kind of took us out of our element a bit as well, which made for a great time. We had an absolute blast with these two and can't wait for their wedding!
I had the pleasure of meeting baby Adam last week. He was an absolute photographers dream. He was so sleepy and so cuddly, it made my job feel so easy. Not to mention the wonderful baby snuggles I was able to sneak in!
Congratulations to new Mommy Janelle and Daddy Will, we are so happy we got to meet you all!
-A
