New Adventures – Becoming a Calgary Photographer
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New Adventures – Becoming a Calgary Photographer

This year as the season changes Life and Portraits will be seeing significant changes as well. My family (and eventually studio) will be relocating from Fort McMurray to Chestermere (A few minutes east of Calgary) next month. I have truly loved calling Fort McMurray home for the past 15 years, starting my family here, and…

Pow Wow Joy
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Pow Wow Joy

Fort McKay Pow Wow 2022 I have sat down a dozen times to write about the Fort McKay Pow Wow this year, and how being around the Pow Wow family made us all feel like our hearts were going to explode with love and gratitude. The words just don’t do it justice though, so let’s…

Fort McKay Treaty Days – The event that makes this the REAL Most Wonderful Time of the Year?
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Fort McKay Treaty Days – The event that makes this the REAL Most Wonderful Time of the Year?

What could be better than a weekend event causing connecting and celebrating? This year the appreciation for connection was certainly apparent in more magical moments than I can share but here are some that had me choking back the tears: Chief Mel Grandjamb taking it all in at the opening ceremonies, photographed through the Eagle…

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How to Prepare for Your Headshot Session

Headshots are strategically designed images. Headshots go beyond the superficial click of a camera, to a highly intentional process, and it starts before you ever get to the studio. Here are some of the most frequent questions about how to prepare for a headshot session, and some bonus tips! What should I wear? This is…

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Entrepreneur New Year’s Resolution Advice from 10 of Fort McMurray’s Business Experts

With the start of a new year personal resolutions are all the rage, but are you being intentional about resolutions for your professional brand or small business? I asked some of Fort McMurray’s local business leaders for their BEST resolution advice as we enter 2021 and here’s what they shared: Judy Dredge ~ Owner of…