Valentine Mini Sessions 2017
A great big thank you to all of you who participated in this year's Valentine's Mini Sessions! Here are a few highlights from this year's adorable sessions.
Sweet boy
Would you just look at this sweet little boy! My gosh -- 9 days new and he has the cutest little rolls and smile. xo
Conor & Tyler
Conor & Tyler were wed in one of the most beautiful locations on our island. The Keltic Lodge in Ingonish is one of my favorite venues to photograph with so much variety and some of the most amazing views. Cliff tops and blue waters aside; their chemistry and heartfelt family celebration for this beautiful couple are what really made their day truly special.
Blake Alexander
Highlights from precious 11 day old Blake's newborn session. Look at that little pucker!
Michelle & Stephen
These two lovebirds will be wed next week and I can't wait! They're such a sweet and playful couple with no shortage of laughter and corny jokes (eh Stephen?) ;) It's bound to be quite a contrast going from our warm, glowy evening engagement photo shoot to what we hope will be a winter wonderland. I wish
Baby Evelyn
Here are some of beautiful Evelyn's featured portraits which were created on her 13th day. Look at that precious head of hair and little pout! I seriously count my blessings every single day, that I get to do this for a living. xo
Baby Victoria
Goodness Gracious, that's all I can say. Precious 8 day old Victoria not only shared the spotlight with her beloved big fur sister Tabby, but offered a few beautiful smiles for me to capture. What a little doll. xo
Baby Breton
Sweet 22 day old baby Breton, slept like a champ for his newborn portraits. Look at those adorable little overalls. Sheesh!
Baby Malia'n
Beautiful Maila'n on her 13th day. This little beauty definitely stole my heart. xo
Baby Lennon
To say it's an honor to photograph someone's newest, tiny family member is beyond an understatement. I'm floored everyday that I've been given this opportunity to capture this special time for families. Precious 11 day old Lennon's mom and dad drove almost an hour to have me photograph their new, beautiful daughter. Here are a few highlights from her newborn
Baby Harley
Beautiful Harley came in for his newborn portraits on his 13th day, with the sweetest fuzzy back rolls and a full head of hair. Melt my heart why don't you!
Baby Abbigale
Highlights from beautiful 12 day old Abbigale's newborn portrait session.
Baby Layne
Highlights from sweetie pie Layne's first photo session. ~ 9 days old
Baby Claire
Highlights from beautiful 13 day old Claire's newborn portrait session.
Emelia ~ 9 mths
Two years ago, we were married on this beach. It seemed only fitting to celebrate with our beautiful daughter this summer. xo a
Baby Jack
A few favorites from beautiful Jack's newborn portrait session on his 14 day.
Hayden & Landen
Born a little early, twin brothers Hayden & Landen were 4 weeks old when they came to visit for their newborn portraits. I was in heaven —having double the snuggles during their session.
Baby Clara
Sweet Clara on her 8th day.
Baby Coby
A few highlights from beautiful Coby's newborn session with his family.
Baby Jordan
Sweet baby girl Jordan ~ 8 days new.
Elevate Feature
In October of last year, I was asked to participate as a panelist in Women in Business Conference here in Sydney. It was a terrific experience where I was able to meet many other female entrepreneurs to share and discuss challenges and achievements in our respective local businesses. I left feeling inspired and encouraged. The Cape Breton Partnership later
Ashley + Corey's Engagement
Ashley & Corey, both Capers, are getting hitched in October of this year. They now live and love in Halifax, so we decided it might be fitting to divide their engagement photos into two sessions; one here at home in Cape Breton and one in Point Pleasant Park in Halifax, where Corey had proposed. We also thought it
Baby Sawyer
A few favorites from beautiful Sawyer Blaire's newborn portrait session. What a precious little princess.
Baby Parker
Handsome Parker was the first tiny red-haired beauty to visit my studio. I absolutely fell in love with his squishy rolls and pouty lips. What a little cutie pie!
Baby Jesslyn
Baby Jesslyn was a tiny 6lbs 2oz at 10 days for her newborn photo session. She reminded me so much of our little Emelia at that tiny age with her precious head of hair and fussy shoulders.
Emelia ~ 4 months
Our little girl is growing so fast. Everyone said it would be quick, but it feels like she's learning and growing at the blink of an eye. We did a little shoot to capture her 4 month old rolls and precious little expressions.
Jillian + Greg's Engagement
How in love are these two? I'm so grateful to have had the opportunity to capture some of it on film for them.
Baby Addilyn
Sweet preemie Addilyn was a teeny tiny 5lbs 12oz at 14 days old when she visited my studio for a newborn portrait session. What a sweet little angel. I'm pretty sure she'll be well protected by two big brothers, Brandon and Owen. They were pretty proud to have their photos taken with their little baby sister. My heart was mush.
Emelia
My daughter Emelia Anna Carmella Gouthro was born on November 27th, 2015 at a tiny 6lbs. We have been looking forward to her arrival for many years, but of course, nothing could prepare us for the overwhelm of emotions she brought with her. I have no words at all that could justly express how proud I am
Erin + Stuart
Sometimes when I meet with a couple, especially after hanging out with them for an engagement session like I did for Erin & Stuart, it feels as though I'm not only capturing their wedding day, but I'm attending their celebration as a guest. I'm a privileged on-looker who gets to witness each moment and the excitement of their families and friends as
Baby Alec
Adorable 12 day old Alexander (Alec) George MacNeil.
Baby Nora
A special newborn session to celebrate the life of 12 day old baby Nora. xo
Baby Nathan
Little Nathan was the youngest newborn to visit my studio at only 5 days old. His mom and dad were only in town a few days after welcoming him into their family, so I felt very grateful to be one of their last stops before taking him home to Inverness for the first time.
Baby Callum James
When Erin and James (mommy and daddy) arrived at my studio with 8 day old Callum, they brought along a few items to personalize their session, including their beloved dog Cleo. I absolutely love this idea and always welcome items, props and extended family to customize treasured photographs. James talked about how excited he was to someday be
Baby Cooper
Cooper absolutely stole my heart. Mom and dad, Janelle & Jamie, were absolute troopers helping me to get him to sleep soundly and peacefully for his session, and I'm so pleased with the results. Here are a few favorites. Look at that little grin!
Matheson Family
Susan, Ashley & Blake invited me into their home and backyard for a little family fun. I love capturing authentic and natural play with a little one like this. Family photography, simplified.
Newborn Baby Violet
Violet's mom April connected with me about 3 months prior to her arrival so we could plan some shots and set-ups. She excitedly had her mother-in-law call as soon as she arrived so that I could make sure to schedule her in the following week. I can't stress how important it is to book ahead to ensure
Jeannette + Robbie's Engagement
To be wed later this summer in Ingonish, it was great to meet and hang out with Robbie and Jeannette for some engagement photos in North Sydney. These two have amazing chemistry that really shines through in every image. I'd like to mention something that I rarely state
Reagan's First Birthday
Little Reagan and I go way back — a year, in fact. We're pals now. Her parents Len & Gina blessed me with the opportunity to capture each stage of her 1st year of growth, with a photo session every 3 months. What a wonderful experience; to see her spunky little personality blossom before our eyes. Every time they brought her in I
Joshua
Little Joshua was all smiles (well mostly smiles) for his 6-7 month photos. What a little charmer!
Aimee + Ashley
This wedding got me right in the feels. I just love these two and am so happy that they've found each other to share their lives together. They were both grinning like sillies all day — and that right there, is a recipe for happy days ahead.
Favourites of 2014
Wow, what a year it's been. I'm so happy that I'm able to do what I love on the island that I love, and meet so many amazing families and couples each and every year. I truly love what I do and take so much pride in capturing your moments and memories. 2015 holds some exciting new challenges,
Erin + Stuart
"We don't really know what to do"
Hill Family
With an active little fella like Hudson, it's not about nailing the perfect pose. It's simply about capturing some precious family fun and time spent together on a beautiful day.
Reagan : 6 mths
Little Reagan was back for a visit to capture her 6 month sparkle. I absolutely love watching the growth of a little one! It's amazing to see. From tiny newborn bundles, then revisited 3-6 months later — it's such and honour to try to capture the budding personalities that are practically bursting out of them.
Kaleigh + Matthew
After meeting Kaleigh and Matthew last summer and spending some time together for their engagement photoshoot, I knew that their wedding would be a good time with a lot of laughs. I wasn't disappointed. What a fantastic group of family and friends to spend the day celebrating with. Thanks so much for having me capture your
Amy + Eric
I left with 30+ fly bites, smeared mascara, a heart-full of happiness for two complete strangers. While the churches and venues on our beautiful island often leave me jaw-dropped, there's something so touching and naturally beautiful about celebrating outdoors, in someone's backyard. And in this case, Amy & Eric gathered their friends and family in Eric's parent's yard, overlooking beautiful
Leeann + Adam
While Leeann and Adam were vacationing this year, we meet up at the beautiful Highland Village Museum in Iona, Cape Breton for a relaxed and playful engagement shoot. What a joy they were to work with; and so clearly in love. I so look forward to their wedding next summer at the Inverary Resort, Baddeck.
Throwback Thursday
This week is Cape Breton’s 14th annual Pride Festival. On this (throwback) Thursday, I found it only fitting to compile a few of my favorite images collected over the years; celebrating the lives of LGBTQ individuals, couples and families. I'm so grateful and proud to have such a supportive and loving community, where my wife and I can
Baby Jace
There's no greater compliment than a happy, returning client. It's even greater when it's a couple who's wedding you captured and they seek you out to capture images of their first child. It's really an honour. In this case, Sarah & Jered connected with me with the great news of their first little guy Jace's arrival, and
Kara + Matt
This was one of my favorite weddings, but not for reasons you'd think. The day itself was a bit dreary and rainy, which in itself always makes everyone involved in wedding photos a little bit more stressed out. This wedding day though, stressed me for another reason. You see, I didn't get to meet Kara and Matt
Jones Family
A great session with a sweet family on the Baille Ard Nature Trails in Sydney -- and a few in-studio, dressed up fancy.
Baby Calder
A few favorites from a session with 14 day old Calder.