Fall Family Photos: Special Pricing

Happy September Everyone!

I hope the first week of school went off without a hitch for all of you!

It is that time of year when the leaves will start to change colours and that means it is a great time to take some family photos. I will be having a special for anyone that would like to have some photos taken this year.
The price: $100.00 (savings of $100 from my current price)
You will receive a CD with all the images and this will allow you to make as many prints/enlargements as you like.
I am accepting bookings on the following dates and locations for this special pricing:

Oct 6th: George Greenaway Park (Cloverdale) Fall leaves photos
Oct 13th: Crescent Beach (White Rock) Beach photos

Email me at cphoenix@telus.net if you are interested, as the spots will book up quickly.

Charlene

New Website!

Hi Everyone!

I have just revised my website and I hope that you enjoy navigating through it. Let me know what you think of it....

Can you believe that it is almost September? Where did the summer go!

Charlene

Marie & Flynn's Wedding: July 28th

Marie & Flynn have been sweethearts for many years and they sure have a deep love for each other! I was lucky enough to photograph their best friend Jon & Bronwyn's wedding last year and could hardly wait to photograph their day. Marie was such a gorgeous bride and Flynn wasn't too shabby himself (he is a handsome guy!) We had fun taking photos at Minoru Park and then headed to Iona Beach.

Marie & Flynn were so giddy and their wedding party was just as exuberant. We got so many great shots of the couple! The little flower girl was such a cutie and I even was rewarded with a hug!

Marie & Flynn: have a happy life together!

Stang Family Photos

The Stang family wanted to have some photos taken to celebrate their parents 40th wedding anniversary. We met at Rocky Point Park to take some casual photos of the whole family. What a great family and so much fun!

I really enjoyed photographing this wonderful family!

Kelly & Conrad's Wedding: July 14

My friend Audra referred Kelly & Conrad to me, as she was booked on July 14th (thanks Audra!). I was so happy to be available, as last year I was booked when her sister Rachel was getting married, so I had referred her to Audra.

I was really glad to photograph Kelly & Conrad's special day, because when I met them, I saw they loved to laugh together. On their wedding day, that giddiness continued. You only need to look at them to see what love they have for each other and that they are so happy. The photos we took through the day displayed that playful nature that they have.

Keep on laughing together Kelly & Conrad. You will have a really fun and long life together.

Chris & Jacqueline's Wedding: 07/07/07

When I first met with Jackie & Chris, I knew that they were a special couple. They wanted to make sure the photos were fun and casual; just like them! I knew that it was going to be a really fun wedding. Needless to say, they did not disappoint on the big day. Once Jackie was married, she made sure that everyone she came in contact with knew she was married. "I am married!" "Did you know that I am now married!?" The fun and casual theme continued right into the reception. The reception had a Hawaiian theme to it and their wedding planner extraordinaire: Kirsty made sure that everything ran smoothly. Guests were able to drink mohitos and special Hawaiian shooters (I can't repeat the names of the shooters as they will make you blush!) As the sun set, the dancing began on the rooftop patio and it there could not have been a better setting! I was so happy to be a part of this wonderful couple's special day!

Congratulations Chris & Jackie!

Tammy's Maternity Photos

Tammy & Bob are expecting their second child and couldn't be more excited! Tammy wanted to remember the pregnancy by taking some photos of her baby bump. Their son Joshua wasn't too sure about joining in for some photos, but I was able to capture a few.....

Congratulations Tammy & Bob and soon to be big brother Joshua!

Welcome Alexis

Two years ago, I photographed Lia & Kevin's wedding and I was really excited to hear that they had a little girl. Alexis is a few weeks old and I was so happy to take her first "posed" photos. She was an absolute angel through her first photo shoot. I think that we have a little model in the making!

Cute Little ReyRey

Sweet little ReyRey came with her Mommy to have some photos taken. As you can see from the photos she is an absolute doll and so good when I was taking her picture!

Candace & Reese's Wedding: June 16th

Candace and Reese were married in a lovely outdoor ceremony in Langley (In Candace's parents backyard). The rain held out for them and it was the perfect day for a wedding. We took some photos at Sendal Gardens and then proceeded back to the house for the ceremony. I was so impressed with all the decorating and the flowers. Candace's mom Liz is a super woman! She did a fabulous job with the flowers, decorating and all of the food!
I really enjoyed being a part of Candace & Reese's special day. Congratulations to you both!

Natalia & Cory's Wedding: May 19

Natalia & Cory had a wonderful beach ceremony in Port Moody at Old Orchard Park. The rain held out for them that day and the ceremony was beautiful! The bride looked so beautiful and the groom was very dashing. For all of the weddings that I have been to, I was so impressed with all of the speeches that were given during the reception. Each person gave such a wonderful tribute to both Natalia & Cory. I know that Natalia and Cory will have a long and happy life together!

Welcome Alita!

My friends Terri & Mark wanted to get some photos done of their cute little daughter Alita (Ali for short). Big sisters Kate & Maya

joined in for some photos too, and I have to say they are the super cutest! As you can see by these photos, they are all really sweet little girls.

Cheyna & Doug's Maternity Photos

Cheyna & Doug came to see me to have some Maternity photos taken. This is their first child and they were wanting to capture their excitment. We had a great photo session and I can hardly wait to meet the new little Condor in June!

Gowen Family Photos

I had the pleasure of meeting the Gowen family early this month; when I photographed them at Surrey Municipal Hall. Sandie said that her parents were celebrating their 50th Wedding Anniversay this year and they wanted some family photos for the party. I really enjoyed meeting the Gowen family and I hope they have a wonderful time at the anniversary party this summer.

Connor's 1st Year Photos

Connor & his Mom Ali visited me to have some photos taken for Connor's 1st birthday. Connor is such a happy and outgoing little boy. There were so many great photos of Connor, that I had a hard time picking out which ones to display!


































Happy 1st Birthday little Dude!

Welcome Photos of Hayden: March 19

Halle has a new brother and I had the pleasure of taking photos of both of them. Little Hayden was born on March 2, and he is as cute as a button! I know that Halle will always take good care of her little brother.

Lori's Maternity photos: March 11

Lori came over to take some Maternity photos and I had a great time taking them of her. Her husband Ross was a good sport and he got right into taking photos along with Lori. Ross & Lori are very excited about the birth of their first child. At the time of the photos, Lori only had about 2 weeks left till the new addition came along!






Your baby is very lucky to have you both as parents!
Thank-you for letting my capture photos of this special time for you.

Ken & Rebecca's Wedding: Feb 24

Rebecca & Ken had a lovely ceremony at the White Wedding Chapel in Chilliwack. The day began with rain, but the rain decided to stop when we wanted to take wedding photos!
After the ceremony we drove to Trethewey House in Abbotsford to take some photos. We were able to use the interior of the house and it was wonderful to use the furniture as backdrops.
Thank-you to Ken & Rebecca for allowing me to be a part of your special day!

Congratulations!

Shanna & Marc's Wedding Reception: Feb 2

My friends Shanna & Marc were married on January 11, 2007 in the Mexican Mayan Riviera. They wanted to celebrate their marriage with all the friends and family that were unable to attend to their wedding. So they planned a fun filled reception at Fredrico's Supper Club on Commercial Drive in Vancouver. They asked me to take photos of the reception and I was so glad to do it! The dinner was fabulous and the bride & groom looked amazing!
Some highlights from the evening:
- Marc's son's touching speech
- Marc getting all of his house keys back from the ladies (young & old)
- Dancing to the Phantom of the Opera (the singer even had on a phantom mask)
What a great time we had and I sure enjoyed taking photos at this special event.

Congrats to Shanna, Marc, Evan & Kianna. I know that they will have a happy life together!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year!

Merry Christmas & Happy New Year from my family to yours! Thank-you to all the wonderful couples and families who had their portraits taken by me in 2006! I look forward to taking photos in 2007 for all my past clients and anyone new!

Charlene