I had the pleasure of photographing a group of adorable children the other day as a thank you to their childcare provider who is moving on to another adventure.
Keri Coles Archive: Photo shoot
New Beginnings – Child Photography- Victoria BC – Keri Coles Photography
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010MACU – Event Photo Gallery – Victoria BC – Keri Coles Photography
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010We spent a couple days at the Empress Hotel shooting for the MACU Strategic Marketing Conference and AIME Gala. It was a fun event and a grande venue.
Jon & Roy – Victoria BC Musician Photo Gallery – Keri Coles Photography
Wednesday, July 7th, 2010I went down and photographed Jon & Roy’s CD Release Party show for their new album “Homes“. The MacPherson Playhouse was packed and the show rocked the house. Everyone was on their feet at the end of the show begging for more. Vince Vaccaro and Mother Mother opened for Jon & Roy. I gotta say…those three bands in one show make Keri a very happy girl ;)
Definition of Adorable: Abdu
Saturday, April 17th, 2010How is this much cuteness even possible? Abdu totally stole my heart. We had a fantastic shoot at Cordova Bay Beach. Lots of fun was had by all. This family has an ease and grace about them that is so inspirational. They were oozing with love and respect for each other. It was a privilege to spend the afternoon with them.
Engagement Shoot-Victoria BC
Tuesday, April 13th, 2010These two are running away to Hawaii to get married, but we had a chance to shoot a fun engagement session before they go :)
And the joy of a little spontaneous steam roller action…
Hip Baby- Victoria Grand Opening- Slideshow
Wednesday, April 7th, 2010What an incredible day it was down at the Grand Opening of Hip Baby‘s new Victoria location. The store is conveniently and fashionably located at the entrance to Market Square (104a – 560 Johnson Street). The store threw open their doors to reveal its smart collection of the latest and greatest in eco-friendly, family-friendly products. Hip Baby also provided fantastic entertainment for the day in Market Square. There was an easter egg hunt, face-painting, egg dyeing/painting, and the amazing live music of Bucan Bucan.
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Enjoy,
Hip Baby-Grand Opening-Victoria from Keri Coles Photography on Vimeo.
New little baby brother
Monday, April 5th, 2010A sweet new addition to this family. Major brother love cuteness happening ;)
Violet
Sunday, January 17th, 2010You have to check out this awesome new addition to the human race. Violet is just the most gorgeous thing I’ve ever seen. She’s also the first baby that has fit into the cocoon I crocheted (bonus points for you, Violet!).
I am a big fan of trades!
Friday, January 8th, 2010A few quick pics from a partial shoot with Selina and Cohen. We will be doing some more in the studio soon. Selina is an extremely talented artist. You can check out her work at www.selinajorgensen.com. We love each other’s work so decided to do a trade of our talents. I totally adore the tidepool paintings I received. Thanks Selina!!
Lucas Family
Thursday, December 17th, 2009I just had the Lucas family back for another wonderful photo shoot. Philippe’s mother was in town so it was a great chance to capture the magical bond between grandmother and granddaughter. I just love shooting family love; especially when three generations are involved ;)
Little Sophie stole a piece of my heart when I first met her (you can check out our first Lucas family photo here). She is such a little darling!
I got a very sweet email from Philippe after I dropped off their cd of images. A bit of it went like this…”Mary and I are once again blown away by what a wonderful photographer you are. We love the slideshow montage, and my mom will lose her mind. We remember the day as one in which Sophie would barely cooperate, but the shots that you got are amazing.”
The reason I share Philippe’s response is that it highlights what I feel is my mission as a photographer. It is my responsibility to peel away your layers of anxiety (baby didn’t nap today, child not cooperating, feeling unphotogenic, etc) to be able to capture images that are true to who you are. I am here to witness your love and to pass it back to you in a tangible treasure that you can celebrate forever. All relationships evolve and change constantly. You will never again be at this time and place. Unfortunately, a photograph’s worth is not usually fully understood until it cannot be recreated.
A few years ago when I was working at a camera store in town, a mother and daughter came in holding a 4×6 print. It was hard to make out the facial features of the man in the underexposed photo. They apologized for not having the negative but they hoped I could scan the image, crop to his head and shoulders and enlarge it to an 11×14. I looked up at them to warn them of what they already knew…the quality would be horrible. Their eyes welled up and the mother explained that the image was for her husband’s funeral. He had always hated and refused to have his picture taken so this was the ONLY image they had of him. The mother made me make a promise that day. She left me with the following message:
“No matter how much you don’t like your picture being taken, allow it to happen. It is not for you. It is for those that love you.”
I thank that woman for teaching me to appreciate the magnitude of family photo shoots.
Speaking of family photo shoots, let’s get back to some images of the Lucas family.
