Monthly Archives: June 2012

Jeff B. Wilkie Birthday Benefit & Weekly Photo Challenge: Create

Posted on June 25, 2012 by Photos With Finesse

A red carpet event with a Madmen theme (50’s & 60’s inspired glamour) attracted enthusiastic crowds in excess of 500 last weekend at the fabulous Belgo Brasserie. I had the pleasure of being the roving photographer for Jeff B. Wilkie’s … Continue reading →

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Sneak-a-Peek: Deanna & Greg’s country wedding…

Posted on June 17, 2012 by Photos With Finesse

I was delighted to be asked to shoot Deanna & Greg’s wedding.  She’s been a neighbour for years and I’ve watched Sydney grow up from toddler to beautiful young lady.  It was a second marriage for both, an intimate country … Continue reading →

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Weekly Photo Challenge: Close

Posted on June 15, 2012 by Photos With Finesse

The word “close” – as in being near to something or someone, brings to mind a variety of situations including feelings and proximity. We have a very “close” relationship with our pets in this family. For me, gorgeous scenery is “close“. … Continue reading →

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MEOW Rocks Fundraiser Event

Posted on June 10, 2012 by Photos With Finesse

Last night I had the pleasure of working with the MEOW Foundation at their MEOW Rocks fundraiser event.  Our lovable shy kitty, Bowser, is a MEOW Foundation alumni and they’re a fabulous no-kill cat rescue organization. There were an incredible … Continue reading →

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Sneak-A-Peek: Alison & Gregg’s Engagement

Posted on June 9, 2012 by Photos With Finesse

Engagement shoots (apart from being a lot of fun) allow a photographer and couple get to know each other.  A photographer discovers what the couple likes, what they hate, how they move,  are they ‘blinkers’, eye-brow wigglers, etc.  From the couple’s perspective … Continue reading →

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Summer Events – have you booked your photographer yet?

Posted on June 7, 2012 by Photos With Finesse

Summer’s upon us once again – ‘finally’ I hear my fellow Calgarians cry.  Or perhaps that should read YEEHAW.  The Calgary Stampede is one of our biggest annual events and tourist attractions – this year celebrating it’s 100th anniversary. From ‘simple’ … Continue reading →

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Event Photography – Cocktail Party

Posted on June 5, 2012 by Photos With Finesse

Event photography is one of the favourite parts of my job.  No two are alike – different people, different details, different (but usually fabulous) food…  The cocktail party I shot last week for a downtown Calgary firm was no exception. … Continue reading →

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