RED DEER PHOTOGRAPHER
I was so excited when Ashley booked her session. Not only to work with and photograph her, but just for the fact that I think we (insert busy moms, juggling life) should all take time to celebrate how far we have come and who we are.
xo
Today I have another great mixed studio session to share with you! A combination grad and family session that was held entirely in the studio creating clean, classic, timeless portraits.
For those new here, the studio is located in the central Alberta town of Sylvan Lake, just a short drive from Red Deer. I love that I am able to serve my clients with these timeless studio sessions that put the focus on them!
In the final part of this 4 part series I wanted to share with you the real life version of the studio. The behind the scenes. Unedited.
When I look back on the last year and half, there have been many, many lessons learned. What being overbooked feels like, how being super busy isn’t always the best thing (for me anyhow), how it’s okay to take a break for a while to do a little reflecting and how setting up a little structure isn’t always a bad thing.
But, most importantly sharing these moments with all of these people, whom I would have never had a chance to meet otherwise, has been the best part. As you can see, we have had our fair share of laughter and believe that taking ourselves seriously is way overrated ;).
The studio has hosted everything from headshots, to individual sessions, groups of girlfriends, grads, a family of over 40, hockey teams, a makeup seminar and our grad rep shoot.
Behind the scenes are the best, aren’t they?
You can see the previous three posts to this four part series here:
STUDIO TOUR: the before STUDIO TOUR: the in between STUDIO TOUR: the after
And finally, I'm excited to share with you the Photography Studio Tour!
As with any project, one of the best parts is seeing it finally come together as you had envisioned. And, as a creative person who doesn’t always (but just about always;)) finish what she starts, creating, building , designing and styling this space was gratifying.
After a solid two months in planning with my favorite designer, Lindsey Johnson, and contractor Saka Builders, we started demolition in October 2013. And thanks to their commitment and hard work, we were able to finish and shoot our first sessions in the middle of December.
After you have had a chance to see the tour, don't forget to check out the 2 previous posts to this 4 part series: Studio Tour: The In Between and Studio Tour: The Before.
Being a natural light photographer, moving the studio shooting area to the opposite end of the space, made such a big difference. We were able to install 5 windows, which face west and north. Ideally, a full north wall would have been amazing, but as with any renovation, you are limited in working with what is already existing.
As I focus my business on children, families and women’s portraiture (through Honor Studios, of which I am co-owner), I didn’t require a lot of area for storage of props and such. Rather, a couple of makeup stations, dressing rooms and a relaxing atmosphere was a must.
I hope you enjoy the little peek into my country studio. And perhaps one day you will have a chance to visit!
PS: For anyone interested, a list of resources is at the bottom of the article.
RESOURCES
Couch: Hudson Madison
Pink Chairs: Kijiji
Square Coffee Table: EQ3
Round Coffee Table: Hudson Madison
Rug: Overstock
Long Sofa Tables: Ikea
Pink Silk Curtains: Etsy - Avec Dieu
Gold Chandelier: Red Deer Lighting
Beige Bench: Home Sense
Gold Hooks: Anthropologie
Makeup Table: Custom Made
Makeup Mirrors: Structube
Makeup Stools: Overstock
Wall Sconces: Restoration Hardware
Coffee Station Cabinet: Kijiji
Pink China: Antique
Bathroom Vanity: Home Depot
Vanity Hardware: Anthropologie
Bathroom Mirror: Home Sense
Bathroom Light: Restoration Hardware
Changeroom Curtain: Ikea
Chandelir in Changeroom: Ballard Designs
Love Print: The Calm Gallery
Headboard: Overstock
Bedding: Etsy - My Shabby Chic Shop
Clothing Rack: Allen Display 