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Very excited for today's post for a number of different reasons: First off, this makes post #4 which means I'm already a third of the way through my 2017 fashion photography project! Each month has been so different, I honestly can't wait to see what the upcoming months will have in store. This month features our first look at my sole male model for this project, as well as some extra shots when I tried my hand at car photography. So without further blabbing from me, let's get to the good stuff :) Shirt from Massimo Dutti Pants from Banana Republic Q: Tell me a little bit about your style. A: I prefer a clean business casual look but with a modern touch (roll up pants with boat socks) Shoes from Steve Madden Q: What are some of your fashion inspirations?  A: I don’t think that there is a specific brand that I base my personal fashion on. However, I do shop a lot (online and in-store) and like to pick out my own pieces. If I ever do...

Happy Vernal Equinox! aka First official day of Spring :) This month's post features the rockin' Perrin, sharing a 9-5 look as well as a weekend outfit. Skirt - Express Cage heels - Saks Fifth Ave Wrap bracelet - H&M Fuzzy sweater - Winners Necklace - Forever21 Q: Tell me a little bit about your style. A: I have a few style personalities. I work in an office and strongly prefer a classic look, but I do like to add edgy or modern touches. I like to experiment with ethnic and boho trends a bit, as well. Outside the office, I prefer an edgier look to my casual wear. I would almost kill for a pair of Valentino moto booties I saw at Nordstrom!!!  quittin' time :) heading home in styyyyle Q: How do you show off your personal style in a professional/corporate environment?  A: Oooh, I think it’s really important to bring your sense of self to your office wear, otherwise it can get pretty boring. There’s a lot of solid skirt and pant suits that all ...

I didn't realize it until I was trying to come up with a title but it's actually been a while since I've had a pure photoshoot post.  Since starting the 2017 Fashion Photography project, I've gotten a fair bit of positive feedback, so huge thank you for the support!  It really means so much to see that people enjoy my photos. Part of that feedback was being able to work with the lovely Serena, who is featured in this post :) This shoot was a fantastic learning experience for me in that not only was it the first time shooting with Serena (since shooting with someone new is always a learning experience in itself), but it was the first time for me shooting with someone that has considerable modeling experience. first warm weekend! no need for parkas :) heart shaped earrings In the past, my focus was more on casual photos taken during outings with friends, and so my subjects were my involuntary volunteers, hehe.  It was quite the change to shoot with som...

Happy Friday everyone! Sharing some photos from the recent winter festival that just concluded in Ottawa.  Although this wasn't my first winter in Canada's capital, it was my first Winterlude! Previous years were deemed too cold to venture out and attempt to take photos, but I'm really glad I got to go this year.  I actually managed to go to more than one location (yay!) so pat myself on the back for that :P Jacques Cartier park in Gatineau Got there a little later in the afternoon/early evening so there wasn't much natural light, but a lot of the activity areas had stadium lights so I still managed to snap up a few photos. happy family coming down from snow slide little bear ears! snow maze Rideau Canal in Ottawa I'm really glad that I work in the core of downtown and am within walking distance of the canal!  Went during my lunch break with some work buddies on two separate occasions and got a decent number of shots of people happily skat...

Hope everyone had a happy Valentine's Day!  So very excited to share this set of photos :) This month's post features the vivacious Amanda.  This shoot means a lot to me as Amanda was actually my first fashion photography model, many many years ago.  Seemed fitting to me that after explaining what re-invigorated my interest in fashion photography that I share a little more about what (or rather, who) got me started in the first place. Q: Tell me a little bit about your style.   A: I go through phases where I like to try new styles and I lean in certain directions. I find overall my style is very girly and classic. I stick to things that work for me and have worked over time. Cardigan - Zara Trousers - Dynamite Oxford Heels - Aldo Bag - Charles & Keith Q: Why do you like dressing up for Valentine’s day? A: I think Valentine’s day is something I enjoy dressing up for that you normally wouldn’t think to...especially if you don’t have any spe...

It's kind of a commonly-made joke that the best part about living in Ottawa is the proximity to Montreal :P Not going to comment on whether or not I agree, but I will admit that it makes weekend trips much more convenient compared to Toronto.  It was an artsy-fartsy trip and I'm pretty excited to be sharing some photos from my visit last weekend to see my best friend Eliza. We started off the day with a slight detour over the Victoria Bridge across the St Lawrence: Bridge in fog ...but eventually made it to our intended destination, Premiere Moisson Bakery. They had the most adorable looking desserts and pastries that looked too good to be food. I was particularly enamoured with this one: strawberry rhubarb tart For breakfast though, I prefer savoury over sweet, and so I decided on a warm drink and a "bon matin" (lit. "good morning"), which was a quiche with an egg on top: first bite!  surprisingly filling! After foo...