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Diana+Ryan Sneak Peek

Mark — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 19:14:24 +0000

Contrabass

Mark — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 04:43:34 +0000

Bare Bulb

Mark — Wed, 10 Mar 2010 03:27:35 +0000

Awaken Workshop

Mark — Mon, 08 Mar 2010 17:58:50 +0000

Hello Photographers and Friends

This blog is a collection of musings of our photography, work, personal life but also some “shop talk”
Our good friends Dave and Charlotte are putting up an amazing workshop for photog students, photography startups as well as seasoned pros alike. Everyone will take away something valuable that can be implemented in their business model, network, have fun and better your business overall. Rock solid line up of photographers and cinematographers will cover topics such as Branding, Marketing, Social Media, Client Experience and much more. Do checkout their site at www.awakenworkshops.com and sign up **HERE** of course mentioning us in the “who referred you tab” There is a limited seating so don’t delay. Attending workshops, seminars and getting together with colleagues furthers you as an artist, your business and the industry as a whole. We really feel that its important to learn from each other, share, and give back to the community. Cheers and enjoy the balmy weather we are having

toronto awakenworkshops.com

Missing Summer

Mark — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 19:29:33 +0000

Going through all the external hard drives, amalgamating, deleting, sorting and organizing is a task for winter. Getting ready for the Wedding season can be a daunting task. Don’t you find that getting ready for any task or job usually takes so much longer that the task itself? Strange but true. No wonder the saying goes, preparation is half the battle. I think its more like 75 or 80%. Really, the same applies to shooting. As most photogs can attest to it, we shoot 20% and do everything else 80%. After all its a business and working for yourself means that you wear all the hats. Not complaining just saying We love what we do, and although there are the odd tasks that we all dread…. we would never have it other way. But I digress, I’ve been cleaning up and organizing our images… I think we have over 100 000 images and soo many haven’t seen the day of light. So occasionally we will post a fun shot, fine art, personal or just something weird So here is one from the summer. As we had a snow storm yesterday its nice to reminisce of the balmy weather and good times we can have in summer. Cheers and keep warm. Mark

Baby Wesley-Toronto Newborn Photography

Mark — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 23:15:39 +0000

We were thrilled to photograph little newborn Wesley and his parents Lora and Rod. As new parents they were so cute, carrying and excited to have their little one documented. Please enjoy a sneak peak and lots of health and love to Wesley.
Cheers, Anna+Mark

Casey+Ryan-Engagement in Milton

Mark — Mon, 22 Feb 2010 12:23:53 +0000

We had a fun winter engagement session with Casey and Ryan not long ago. Although it was a little chilly, they both were fun and into anything we suggested. After a few minutes of a little direction and getting used to the cameras, the inhibitions were left behind and fun ensued We met downtown Milton by the Mill Pond which was frozen over to start off. The locations were so easy to pick between historic buildings, tracks, park and even a truck wash station for a little vintage fun. You guys were totally awesome and we are glad to hear that even Ryan felt like it was a breeze…being all nervous before hand Enjoy few of our faves and congratulations again! Anna+Mark

Best of, and all the best.

Mark — Mon, 08 Feb 2010 08:21:44 +0000

Wow, that was the longest hiatus from blogging… So without further a do, we’d like to extend our best wishes in the new year to all our clients, family and friends. Lots of health, happiness and prosperity.
We are so excited to welcome the new year on so many levels that we will share with you in the upcoming blogs….yeay stay tuned for some news It has been a whirl wind for us in the new year. Beginning of January we have attended a professional workshops and seminars in Mystic Connecticut with amazing line up of speakers to keep our selves updated with the latest trends, methods, workflows and products so we can pass on the goodness to our amazing Brides and Grooms. Along the information we had a great time meeting fellow photographers from all around the world, networking and having fun with friends alongside. We have also attended few Wedding shows since the beginning of this year and had a blast doing it. We have few projects running concurrently that we will also be sharing with you shortly.
So once again, thank you to all our peeps that come and see us here on the blog, all our past, current and future clients for the ah-mazing support! We love you all! Here is a little slideshow we put together from last year highlighting some fun, elegant and candid moments. Enjoy and see you soon!

Olympic Torch in Port Credit, Clarkson and Oakville

Mark — Mon, 21 Dec 2009 02:03:39 +0000

We are so excited for the Olympics to take place in February. Two years ago I got a silver button to support Vancouver 2010 and wore it ever since. Can’t believe its finally here. I had a chance to catch the Torch Relay here in Port Credit and Clarkson. What a cool experience. The number of people that showed up in support of the relay was overwhelming. The energy just oozed out of people and everyone was in the greatest mood, despite the chill. Here is few frames from the participants, flame and peoples jubilations.

Heather+Seb – Toronto Engagement Photography

Mark — Wed, 02 Dec 2009 09:43:52 +0000

Not long ago, we had a great pleasure photographing Heather and Sebastian. The fall was in full bloom and we decided to head down to a local park in west end of Toronto for some yum photos. We had lots of laughs and Heather was working it for us like a pro. We are thrilled to document your awesome special day next year down in the Niagara region. Hope you have some luck with house hunting You both are super fun and we are blessed to have you as clients
Cheers! Anna+Mark