Many couples are opting for an Unplugged Ceremony. Not the entire wedding (hey, those dance party candids are always amazing!), but just the ceremony. The part of the day that means the most as you are actually becoming a married couple. Read more to find out why unplugged ceremonies are big on the to-do list and how you can politely ask your guests to enjoy your moment
Its almost Graduation Time around these parts and Im thrown back to the incredible Senior Sessions we shot last spring. It was the first time I photographed this age - teens finishing high school, ready to venture off to college, University, new jobs, and more. It's a pretty exciting time for them and they just shine when talking about the future!
film. My first love.
A nice mix of client and personal photos for this new favourites post :)
What did I learn? I need to shoot more film and not be afraid to use it, especially at sessions! They always turn out!
Mix of Portra 400, Portra 800, Fuji 400h, Tri-x
Another month of joining some other awesome film photographers and showing off our new work! This month I decided to share a few of each one of my 3 little munchkins. Its been awhile since I blogged about them. I think Tri-X is my favourite black and white film stock. A little grainy goodness but overall it always looks pretty awesome.
In order of appearance - my second (hilarious, independent, free-spirited, loving princess tomboy), my newest (sweet-as-pie go with the flow dude), and my oldest (athletic good natured sensitive old-soul)
Head over to Erin's page and check out her film goodness from DISNEY and then follow the circle to see more!! Awesome work!
Another monthly 10 on 10 post and this time all my images are shot on film. Yes, FILM! Like that old school stuff you used back in the day..remember? I actually am really loving film lately and for sure you will be seeing more of it on my site!
Why I love Film :
- No, or little, post processing of images. They come straight out of the camera looking awesome.
- Film always seems to have this "look" that I love. Its simple, and raw. And totally reminds me of my childhood photos.
- Film makes my heart sing. It is like Christmas every time I send in a roll and have no idea how they will turn out! I have had some disappointments (like Christmas?!) but mostly have been happy with my scans. Even the not-so-good ones are exiting as you often forget what you shot and its like a little surprise!
- It makes you a better photographer. You HAVE to know your settings and how to manipulate light and understand the how and why of creating a great image. You only get one shot, not 100 like on digital!
- the creamy dreamy bokeh far exceeds anything created digitally
I can go on. Every time I shoot I discover another reason why I love Film.
I promise - film will be making an appearance in many a wedding or portrait shoot coming up! ♥
Once again there are a few more than ten images...but they are all my babes and I couldn't narrow it down!
Follow along the circle with the other amazing photographers starting with the talented Hope Davis
Love Bee Photography is now booking into Fall 2014. To book your session, please contact me at lovebeephotography@gmail.com
Love Bee Studios was beyond thrilled to be asked to photograph the staff at Arnold Crescent Animal Hospital in Richmond Hill, ON! Check out the adorable images, especially the ones the staff took with their own pets!
I just want to tell you that you do NOT need a reason to have photographs taken of yourself. And that it is OKAY to have no clue what you will do with them.
They do not need to be used online as a headshot, nor be a gift for someone.
Dance Adventure Photo Session in Beeton Ontario
We headed to Beeton, one of the small towns in New Tecumseh, Ontario. As we wandered the quaint little town we found some cool urban walls that suited the aesthetic of her black ballet costume and pointe shoes.
Then we finished off with some fun modern ballet shoes with her Lugg boots.
Ashley chose a Pin-Up style portrait session to capture her unique beauty and personality. She wanted to capture her playful and empowering side and for a minute, forget that she was a full time stay-at-home Mama.
It may be easy to think of boudoir photography as something that is done to feel sexy or fun, or as a gift for someone you love.
The truth is, most women who come to my studio for a boudoir session are actually looking for something deeper and more meaningful.
There was something really special about this session with Lynn. From our first contact, to the moment she arrived to pick up her printed images, I knew this portrait experience was something she really NEEDED.
A single mom of 3, her story is full of struggle and triumphs. Perseverance, resiliency and strength. It has not been easy for this woman or her family and I could hear the vulnerability in her voice as she told her story to myself and my makeup artist during her session.
Karla and I have been friends basically since we were born. She is gorgeous, inside and out. Anytime she wants to do photos of her family, I am always willing to jump on that opportunity (they are all gorgeous!). This time it was all about her. She wanted to put on her wedding dress, from 8 years ago. And yes ladies, she can still fit in it! (jealous?! I am!)
We did this session with both digital and film! I am really excited to be getting out my old film camera again!
And some on old film....
