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This combined website and blog is where I will be posting and updating what goes on in my photography, design and personal life!

So keep checking back if you want to see some beautiful brides, handsome grooms, fabulous families, and some of my day-to-day activities!

Akemashite omedetou gozaimasu!

Monday, January 11, 2010 Posted in Weddings

The long title of this post translates to “Happy New Year!” in Japanese. Why japanese you ask? Well, Adam and I are now off for three weeks to the ‘Land of the Rising Sun’ for our honeymoon. We’re both super excited and feel as though it isn’t real yet. I’m sure it will hit me, like most trips, when I step off the plane.

The first week we are going to the Tokyo Auto Show (obviously something Adam would love to see and experience – hee hee). Then after that we are both on our own. We will want to pack as much in as possible while in this amazing country. Here are some things on our list that we would love to see and experience:

• Sumo wrestling match – they are so cute!

• Harajuku – Cutting Edge Fashion District Of Japan

• The ancient castles in Japan

• Train rides – up to 300 miles per hour

• Akihabara – geeky, techy area of Japan ;P

• Ryokan – type of traditional Japanese inn

• Henshin Studio Mon Katsura – where you can dress up as a Geisha and Samurai for the day

• I’ve tossed around the idea of getting a haircut in Japan. Eeeee! – why not, it’s just hair?!

And these are just a few of the things we have written down to experience. Of course I’ll have my camera on hand at all times to snap pictures and I will post some of them as soon as I get back. I know my mind will explode from seeing all the things I’ve only seen on t.v. and read in magazines about Japan. It is a country that both of us deeply love and have always wanted to visit. The one thing I know that I won’t be able to see and take in are the cherry blossom trees. They bloom at the end of March and the beginning of April. Boo. Maybe that will be an excuse for me to go back one day?

But I just wanted to give a holla out to you all and hope that all of you have had a great holiday season and New Year! If you email me, I will get back to you as soon as I get back!

“Domo arigato mr roboto…Domo” , random thought, this song is in my head right now.

Sayonara for now…

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Rebecca + Tyler • Portrait Session – Waterloo, Ontario

Friday, January 8, 2010 Posted in PORTRAITS

Rebecca and Tyler braved the cold, windy, winter weather for their portrait shoot in uptown Waterloo. They were so brave, they took off their nice warm jackets for the pics! Pure insanity I know, but they were awesome and totally rocked the shoot  – even Tyra Banks would be proud!

Rebecca wanted some pictures taken before she left Tyler on a month long trip away up north for her job as a nurse. Hmm, I guess being exposed in -10 winter weather  was a test to see how much of the winter weather she could handle (since where she was headed was going to even more COLD!). 

After about an hour of shooting my fingers were numb and I could tell my camera was begging me to stop torturing it in the freezing temperatures. So we wrapped up, stopped into a Coffee Culture and warmed up with some lattés, coffee, and hot chocolate with whipped cream…mmmmm…the best hot chocolate I’ve had in years.

Enjoy your work term up north Rebecca and try not to freeze to death!  ;P

Seriously, aren’t these two a hot couple?! OW!!!

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January 29, 2010 - 4:20 am Rebecca - A little delayed but the pics are amazing Lisa!! Being away for 3 months will be hard but I just keep looking at the pics...thanks so much!!

January 9, 2010 - 8:37 am Meghan - Good Job Lisa!!!! You're so amazing :)

January 9, 2010 - 7:28 am Adam - Lisa superb work!Great eye! Great shots! I expect nothing perfection when I look at your work.

January 8, 2010 - 9:17 pm anita - Great job Lisa!!!

January 8, 2010 - 3:34 pm Janet - Wow! Pics are beautiful Lisa =)

January 8, 2010 - 12:03 pm Emma - Love them! And LOVE the locations......you Rock!

January 8, 2010 - 10:53 am Amanda - MY BESTIEEEE looks Gorgeous, as always!!! Superb work Lisa, you know how to work the angles BEST.

January 8, 2010 - 10:16 am Jessica - Brrr! Once again you did an amazing job Lisa. I love your style. XOXO

January 8, 2010 - 10:13 am Wyatt - Don't forget, I was there too holding their jackets. It was COLD! You both are hot! Good luck up North Reba!

Angela + Adam • Waterloo, Ontario

Wednesday, December 16, 2009 Posted in Weddings

August 15, 2009 was the hottest day of the summer I swear! But Angela and Adam didn’t let that ruin their outdoor ceremony at La Hacienda Sarria in Waterloo. They were both smitten with one another when they first saw each other at their ceremony – Adam’s face was priceless and you could see the love in Angela’s eyes fill up when she saw him. Sighhh…these two love each other soo much, I love it.

I had never shot at the Hacienda before but that venue is absolutely gorgeous! If you want a fabulous, elegant place to have your wedding/reception, this is it! And for you photographers out there, there are soo many great spots for shots.

Angela and Adam, you two are a gorgeous couple both inside and out, thank you for your patience for your blog post. I think back to your day now, wishing that weather was still here instead of this cold, icy weather! Boo!  :P

Enjoy the pics everyone!

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January 5, 2010 - 3:21 pm Tara McMullen - OMG I don't know how I missed these! Fabulous work, love!

December 28, 2009 - 11:37 am Adam - Ok I guess i didnt comment on these..but ive said it before these photos are CRAZY SICK! Great work Lisa

December 21, 2009 - 12:37 pm Melissa - Wow Lisa- these images are incredible! Amazing job....simply GORGEOUS!!!

December 18, 2009 - 7:34 am Lindsay - Lisa, my jaw drops every time I see more photos of yours. You just seem to understand lighting so well... light that the eye doesn't even see! Beautiful compositions as well. WOW~!

December 17, 2009 - 2:43 pm Amanda - Wow, these are incredible Lisa. I wanna say your best yet!!! So spectacular.

December 17, 2009 - 1:40 pm Rebecca - Lisa, your pics are sooo amazing!! I can't for Saturday...

December 17, 2009 - 11:30 am Cindy Perri - Lisa, you are so very talented. I am such a HUGE fan! WOW. Those are the most beautiful wedding pictures I have ever seen. I'm booking you for every event/birthday/wedding/party for the rest of my life! lol Good work.

December 17, 2009 - 10:49 am Susan - Love these pics!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

December 17, 2009 - 10:14 am Amy - These are amazing photos Lisa....love them all!

December 17, 2009 - 9:47 am Heather Searson - Again, you amaze me Lisa!!

December 17, 2009 - 9:27 am Jessica - WOW! These are gorgeous shots Lisa!!!

December 17, 2009 - 1:53 am Marshall - La Hacienda is fantastic to shoot at isn't it! So much to do at that location.

December 17, 2009 - 1:23 am Sandra - I've always wanted to comment, but didn't until now! These pictures are awesome Lisa!!! You have great skills! :) Sorry I missed your reception! I hope to see you sometime! ~your Kwan cousin

December 16, 2009 - 10:54 pm Wyatt - SOLID pics sister!

December 16, 2009 - 9:36 pm Emma - I am SOOOOOOOOO Proud of you! These images KICK ASS!

Welcome Damis Junior • newborn session

Wednesday, December 9, 2009 Posted in BABY

I love watching the phases a couple goes through after marriage. If you remember Amy and Damis, I had the privilege to shoot their wedding in Cuba earlier this year. Well, we’re at the end of 2009 and they have welcomed a new little addition into their family, Damis Jr. (DJ). This little guy was so eager to come into the world, he came out six weeks early! He is healthy, strong and has a mean set of vocal chords. DJ is soo cute I wanted to squeeeeeeze him to bits. I can’t wait to watch this little guy grow up, I’m sure he’ll be a little heartbreaker – look out Amy and Damis Sr.! Congrats you two!

Enjoy the many faces of DJ.

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With this next picture, I think it was a sign that DJ was getting tired of me taking pictures of him…naptime perhaps? ;P

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December 21, 2009 - 10:26 pm Sherry - Absolutely beautiful Lisa and that handsome subject what a gem he is! Great job.

December 10, 2009 - 4:24 pm Jessica - Nicely done Lisa! I like that one too Wyatt! :D It's so great to see how far you've come.

December 10, 2009 - 12:11 am Anita - Lisa, I love the one where he's laughing. Sooo cute. Good job with the photo shoot. He is a very cute baby.

December 9, 2009 - 10:48 pm Amy Melo - Lisa i LOVE all of them, you did a great job.. My little boy looks so cute, i can not wait to see the rest of them.. Get on it lol lol lol lol lol ...

December 9, 2009 - 5:41 pm Cathy Seed - You capture the right moment and let it last a lifetime! I am extremely proud of you! Great job "daughter" (Oh yeah, I drank the tea)

December 9, 2009 - 5:11 pm Heather Searson - these are fabulous!!

December 9, 2009 - 5:11 pm Heather - OMG! He is so cute! The photos are completely fabulous my friend! Great work! Keep it up! :)

December 9, 2009 - 5:04 pm Adam - Dj is still not due to be born for another 9 days!! haha Awesome awesome job Lisa. They turned out way cooler then I had imagined...keep clicking that button

December 9, 2009 - 3:44 pm andrea - Tooooo cute! These are fab friend! love them!

December 9, 2009 - 3:38 pm Daniela Rebellato - Great shots, cute baby...

December 9, 2009 - 3:17 pm Caroline Guglielmi - I Love them all great job Lisa! My favourite is the one with the Christmas Tree.

December 9, 2009 - 3:10 pm Tara McMullen - FABULOUS SHOOT! Lisa, I think you might have found your calling, girl! These are awesome! xx

December 9, 2009 - 3:02 pm Wyatt - I really like the one where he's smiling with his tongue out! Great pics!

Ariana + Neil • e-session

Friday, November 27, 2009 Posted in ENGAGEMENTS

Have you ever met someone for the first time and feel as though you’ve known them for years? I got that feeling with this special couple. I met up with Ariana and Neil at Union Station in Toronto, where they met for the first time a few years ago…at the Dairy Queen to be exact. It’s great when couples suggest places to have their engagement sessions because the location is usually something close to their heart…sighhh love. After our shoot at Union Station, there was a wardrobe change and a little GO train ride to Pickering. We headed to the Rouge Park for some warm fall pictures. I love the burnt colours of fall and the smell of the crisp air…sniffff ahhhhhhh…

Ariana and Neil, thanks for such an amazing day full of laughs and stories. You two are awesome and I can’t wait to shoot your wedding next year!

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November 29, 2009 - 12:59 am Paula - I walk by Union Station almost every day and I will never look at it the same again! Great job!

November 27, 2009 - 5:41 pm Tara McMullen - Nice one, sweetpea! These are awesome!!

November 27, 2009 - 4:38 pm Adam - Superb shots Lisa, you really brought out the surroundings without drowning the couple...which makes for some sick shots ;)

November 27, 2009 - 2:26 pm Anita - Awesome pics Lisa!!!!

November 27, 2009 - 2:03 pm Wyatt - Great shots sister. For some reason I want a Blizzard now....

November 27, 2009 - 1:14 pm Deborah Black - Great compositions! Love the setting.

I’m back and married!!!

Thursday, November 26, 2009 Posted in PERSONAL| TRAVEL| Weddings

Hi everyone! I’m back and hitched! Our wedding at the El Dorado Royale in Mexico was a success. I wouldn’t have changed anything about it…it was absolutely perfect! The wedding day was sunny, breezy and the view of the ocean was breathtaking. Adam looked so handsome in his custom made suit from Mark Nunes, I couldn’t take my eyes off of him. And my dress, I absolutely loved. I had it custom made by a talented designer named Lisa Van Hattem. It was perfect for the warm climate and exactly what I wanted.

I have always wanted a destination wedding and the resort in itself has now set a new standard for me, it definitely didn’t let me down. I have to admit that I was worried since we planned everything by doing our research on the internet and reading reviews. I would definitely go back to this resort again, and again. The food was exceptional, and all of the workers were friendly and willing to help you out in anyway to make sure you were happy and comfortable. All of our guests had a blast and we brought a lot of great memories back home to Canada.

I’m still adjusting calling Adam my husband but I’m sure it will become the norm after a year or so…heehee! He is my best friend and the one I can turn to for anything. I love you Cutes and am looking foward to the many years ahead together!

Come back to this post soon because I will be posting some pictures that Emma Smallbone from barebonephoto took of our special day! CAN’T WAIT for you all to see them!

***UPDATE*** Look below for just a few of my favorites. Thanks so much Emma! Enjoy! If you’d like to see more, check out her blog.

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December 20, 2009 - 7:11 pm Fatema - Lisa and Adam! congratulations!!!! :) so happy for the both of you!

November 27, 2009 - 4:36 pm Adam - HI *kiss kiss hug hug BIG kiss little hug kiss*

My turn to say “I do” … in MEXICO!!!

Thursday, November 12, 2009 Posted in MOI| PERSONAL| TRAVEL| Weddings

Hola friends and fellow blog followers! I am out of the office because in a few hours I am off to get married in “Meh-hee-ko”– The Mayan Riviera to be exact. I cannot believe one year of planning has gone by so quickly…oh how time flies.

Right now, my soon-to-be husband Adam is power napping while I stay awake writing to you. I can’t just abandon you without telling you where I’m going…especially when it’s such an exciting point in my life. Honestly, I don’t even know how he can sleep. We have to be up and out the door by 6 a.m. but I’m too excited, anxious and nervous to even close my eyes! Ohh I can’t wait to feel that breeze of warm air when I take that first step off the plane. Then hit the beach and dig my toes into the warm sand while gazing at the gorgeous blue ocean. Wow, in less than a week’s time, I will do what I’ve seen soo many beautiful bride’s do…is say “I do” while staring into their best friend’s eyes. Love. *sigh*…

Don’t worry, I’ll come back and post pictures from our big day, but right now I must calm the brain and get some beauty sleep. ;P

Buenas noches! Zzzzzzzz..

Beach

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November 22, 2009 - 7:17 pm Adam - I power napped for you my wife! ha

November 20, 2009 - 12:19 am Janet - Congratulations Lisa! Hope you have a great time!

November 16, 2009 - 6:35 pm Jessica - Yaaaaay! I can't wait to see the photos!!! XOXO

November 16, 2009 - 2:42 pm Susan - All the best Lisa!!!! :) Can't wait to see the photos.

Lori + Trevor • e-session

Sunday, November 8, 2009 Posted in ENGAGEMENTS

It was a breezy, cool day when I met up with Lori and Trevor for their engagement session at The Walters Dinner Theatre. I had never been to this theatre before but I was totally in for a treat. This family-owned country oasis had so many locations on it to make a great backdrops for pictures. Take a peek below to see for yourself!

Thanks for a great day Lori and Trevor, you guys were awesome!

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November 16, 2009 - 6:39 pm Jessica - Those are some sweet photos Lisa. I love all the textures... metal, wood, concrete and grass. Awesome job!

November 9, 2009 - 1:22 pm Janet - Wow. Pictures are awesome!

November 8, 2009 - 11:13 pm Adam - BOOM! Super shots Lisa, that grass shot is really cool and I love how you captured the loving couple just as well as the gorgeous back drop.

TRICK OR TREEEAT!!!

Saturday, October 31, 2009 Posted in DOGS| PERSONAL

The fall is here…sighhh. There is just something about the crisp fall air that makes me feel all warm and fuzzy inside. This season gives me more reason to pull out all my hoodies, jogging pants, and fleece pajamas…if you don’t know me, my ultimate happiness is being in comfy clothes and runners. Watching the trees change from their lush greens to their warm rainbow of autumn colours makes any walk or drive a pleasant one.

Today, Adam and I took our furry son’s out for a walk. While out and about I decided to dress them up for Hallows’ Eve. Happy Halloween everyone!

“Size matters not, … Look at me. Judge me by size, do you?”

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Magnus is dressed for the upcoming season after fall….it’s never too early to start decorating for Christmas!!!

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November 16, 2009 - 6:41 pm Jessica - Frig they look SO cute!!! Haha! Nice ones! ;)

November 9, 2009 - 9:14 pm Ardis - OMG! Those pics are PRICELESS!!!

November 9, 2009 - 6:59 pm Kimmer - Oh, Mini-Yoda brought tears to my eyes!!!!

November 9, 2009 - 2:09 pm Jennifer - They're so adorable! :)

November 2, 2009 - 12:21 am Wyatt - Noonie and Stinky! They look so cute dressed up. Good pics!

November 1, 2009 - 9:27 am Adam - Thats my boys! To bad they didnt behave as well as they look in the pics! Angry they make me do!

JODI + DAN • e-session

Friday, September 25, 2009 Posted in ENGAGEMENTS| PERSONAL| Weddings

As some of you may know, I grew up in a small ‘Sepoy’ town in Ontario town called Lucknow – population 1,100. If some of you don’t know where that is, it is right on highway 86 in Bruce County. Right now, I have lived in the city for 10+ years but there is just something about driving up highway 86;  the open farm fields, passing by mennonites and smelling that clean country air that gives me that feeling of home. So when Jodi and Dan invited me to their country home for their engagement session,  the quiet and calm drive made me reminisce my childhood of growing up in a small town.

Jodi and Dan are planning to have their wedding next year at their gorgeous, GORGEOUS 1800’s home just outside Teeswater. The way the tranquil warm sunlight sets around their home is beautiful and having their wedding there, a country setting that is your own home, is something that can’t be bought.

p.s. Jodi and Dan, if you ever decide to sell your house, ummm…I think I’d be one of the first to sign up to buy it!  *wink*

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January 17, 2010 - 9:16 pm George Hancock - Lisa, You are a master at your craft! Of course with two great subjects like my nephew Dan & his beautiful Jody to work with, how could it be otherwise??! Bravo! :)

November 16, 2009 - 6:43 pm Jessica - They look so sweet and in love. You captured them so nicely. :)

September 26, 2009 - 10:55 pm Adam Derschner - WOW! It took me awhile to leave a comment, but its only because my eyes exploded when I saw these shots! (new eyes ala Minority Report) Lisa keep rocking your talent to capture shots that are landmines for the eyes!

September 26, 2009 - 12:30 pm Wyatt - Awesome pictures sister! I told you Jodi and Dan have an amazing place.

September 26, 2009 - 8:15 am Heather - Fantastic! You always do such a fabulous job!

September 25, 2009 - 9:29 pm Carol - Absolutely Delicious Delightful Work...I am awed!

September 25, 2009 - 7:35 pm Meghan - Beautiful as always :)

Rachel + Peter – Richmond Hill, Ontario

Friday, September 18, 2009 Posted in SECOND SHOOTING| Weddings

For this wedding I second shot alongside Toronto photographer, Calla Evans.

Rachel and Peter had a fantastic venue to hold their ceremony and reception, the Oakville Terrace in Richmond Hill. It is a secluded, lush and spacious venue with amazing views, perfect for such an important day. Everytime I looked at Peter, he always had a big, bright smile on his face. Perhaps it was because Rachel looked absolute stunning (not to say you didn’t look handsome yourself Peter *wink* ).

Rachel is a talented Graphic Designer which meant no detail was overlooked; from the invite to the table numbers, to the packaging for the guest favors. From one Graphic Designer to another, Rachel you did an amazing, amazing job!

Thank you Rachel and Peter for letting me be a part of your beautiful day, I wish you both all the best!

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September 22, 2009 - 4:16 pm andrea - Hi friend. These are my favorite pics you have taken:) Also because of the fabulous couple! Rachel is stunning!

September 21, 2009 - 9:24 am Anita - Very nice Lisa!!! Love the last picture, so beautiful.

September 19, 2009 - 7:10 pm Jessica - Absolutely beautiful shots Lisa!!! Looks like a fairy tale.

September 19, 2009 - 8:46 am Lindsay - Pretty soon you will be able to quit your day job, these are amazing!

September 18, 2009 - 9:01 pm Adam - GORGEOUS SHOTS! Nicely done Lisa! Im totally digging the long road shot!!!!

September 18, 2009 - 4:22 pm Emma - LOVE the ones of them it the fields of flowers....great job!

September 18, 2009 - 3:08 pm Wyatt - Awesome pics sister! Keep it up!

September 18, 2009 - 11:30 am Krista - absolutely beautiful pics Lisa!!!

September 18, 2009 - 11:29 am Rachel - Hi Lisa! Peter and I had such a great time with you and Calla! You guys were amazing and helped make the day go super smooth! I love love love all of the photographs! Thanks you!!!!! :) Rachel

Ioanna + Murray – Toronto, Ontario

Thursday, September 17, 2009 Posted in SECOND SHOOTING| Weddings

For this wedding, I was the second shooter alongside the amazing Toronto photographer Calla Evans.

This special day started over at Murray’s parent’s house with bright beautiful sun, clear blue skies and the odd fluff of cloud. Calla and I knew that the weather forecast called for thunder showers, but we didn’t believe it since there was no sign of a dark cloud at all. As we moved towards Ioanna’s mom’s place to see the girls, the sun still danced away in the sky. Then the afternoon came and so did the clouds and heavy warm rain drops – but that didn’t stop the smiles and from Ioanna and Murray at the ceremony. The reception was held at the Scaboro Golf & Country Club which over looks Lake Ontario, but as the rain poured all we could see was the misty fog and trees. Then an hour before dinner was served, the clouds parted, the sun coloured the sky and revealed the breathtaking view of the water – what a beautiful sight.

Thank you Ioanna and Murray for a great day, your smiles and positive energy’s made everything perfect.

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September 21, 2009 - 1:13 pm Wyatt - Soooo good sister!

September 18, 2009 - 9:03 pm Adam - The shot through the posts look wikked! As always you are a details NINJA!

Janet + Cliff – Toronto, Ontario

Tuesday, September 1, 2009 Posted in SECOND SHOOTING| Weddings

This wedding is a wedding I shot alongside talented photographer Tara McMullen.

Janet + Cliff had a fun and heartfelt day at King Valley Golf Club in Toronto, Ontario. But before the ceremony started, there were some Chinese traditions that needed to be completed first. I followed the guys from getting ready in the morning to going over to the bride’s home for some games that Janet’s bridesmaids held before ’surrendering’ the bride to Cliff.

These guys were great sports with some of the games they had to endure from these girls. One being wearing baby diapers and running through the house getting signatures from relatives of the bride on the, *ah-hem*, frontal region. All of the games were very entertaining for Tara and I, and we loved every minute of it.

Check out the pics below to see some of these moments caught on camera. Enjoy!

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Guys waiting outside of Janet’s parent’s house for the games to begin.

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Ummm, we have to do what with these diapers?…

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Diapers signed!..onto the next challenge…

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Doing push-ups while eating a slice of watermelon.

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The bridesmaids have surrendered Janet to Cliff. You can see the sigh of relief on his face.

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Tea Ceremony.

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Umm hi there Ms. Maggie Sottero, you don’t know me but my name is Lisa, nice to finally meet you…gah gah gahhhhh…droooool…

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Beautiful bride.

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Janet with her flower girl and ring bearer. Too sweet!

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The entire time I was putting this post together, I kept thinking about these cupcakes and how I wanted one so badly. Don’t they look devil-ishly deeelish?

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Pretty, pretty, wishing tree. Such a great idea for your guests to sign and hang!

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September 8, 2009 - 10:10 pm Paula - What a great addition to your site! The variety in activities between weddings really show off your versatility and adaptability to varying scenarios and perspectives. And you were right; the dress looked absolutely amazing! Great job!

September 7, 2009 - 3:23 pm Amy - These pictures are awesome...your work is amazing Lisa!

September 3, 2009 - 2:01 pm Jessica - SO pretty!!!

September 2, 2009 - 4:13 pm Tara McMullen - Who is the best second shooter ever?! YOU ARE! Nice ones, honey! xo

September 2, 2009 - 1:34 pm andrea - looks amazing friend! such talent!

September 2, 2009 - 11:17 am Wyatt - WOW!!! Definitely worth the wait for a new post. AMAZING SISTER!

September 2, 2009 - 10:48 am Karrie - Lisa, you are A-MAZING! These shots are awesome and your talent is so obvious :)

September 2, 2009 - 2:37 am Adam Derschner - Gorgeous pictures lisa...You have a talent that truly shines! Your bridesmaid at the wedding shot was SICK!!! And your food shots always make me hungry...hellooooo Wine n Dine magazine hire her... :)

ROBIN + ROB – Toronto, Ontario

Tuesday, August 11, 2009 Posted in SECOND SHOOTING| Weddings

This entry is a wedding I second shot alongside talented Toronto photographer, Tara McMullen.

I started the day off by going to Rob’s condo to take pictures of him getting ready while Tara spent the morning with Robin. When I first saw Rob, he was dressed in a sharp three-piece suit with a pair of simple, yet colourful pair of polka dot socks. Then when I met up with Tara at the Steam Whistle Brewery I got my first look at Robin, she was radiant. She had her own elegant flare from her pink shoes to the feather hairpiece in her hair. These two definitely had a sophisticated style. Not only did they have a très chic aura about them, their guests had to have been the most unique, and stylish guests I have ever seen at a wedding. There were soo many guests with outfits I wanted to own! Ok, ok, Lisa enough about clothes. Check out some pics I took during this fun and amazing wedding. Enjoy!

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August 12, 2009 - 6:56 pm Wyatt - Another great group of pics sister. They just keep on getting better!

August 11, 2009 - 9:51 pm Adam - Yea the shoe shots were SICK! Along with all the other photos! You keep impressing me Lisa :)

August 11, 2009 - 2:55 pm Tara McMullen - You rock, ladyfriend! Great job, as always! xxoo

August 11, 2009 - 9:00 am Meghan - Good Job Sexy Mama!!!!!!!! These are amazing pics :)

August 11, 2009 - 8:17 am Karrie - awesome stuff lisa! love that you took a photo of the groom's shoes as well... they're always neglected :)

SUMO IS 5!

Thursday, July 23, 2009 Posted in DOGS| PERSONAL

Looky, looky everyone, Sumo is 5 today! Time has flown by and I can still remember bringing him home and fitting in the palms of my hands. I treat him like my own child, is that wrong? – I don’t think so…Am I a little crazy about pugs – YES!!! Ask anyone. Hmmm, perhaps buying a farm and breeding pugs will be in my future? Imagine that, surrounded by pugs everyday, being snorted on and listening to a harmony of snores at night….heaven…told you I was crazy.

I bought him a decadent dog cookie from the pet store for his special day. Mmmm, looks good enough for humans to eat. 

Happy 5th Birthday my Noonie, I love you SO MUCH!

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August 5, 2009 - 6:47 pm Meghan - HEHEHEHE!!!!!!! SOOOOOOOOOOOO CUTE! I want to squeeze him and give him a big smackaroo!!!!

July 29, 2009 - 11:18 am Jessica - Haha! He looks so cute!!! Man, time has flown by. I remember his cute wonky eyes when he was a puppy. He's grown into them and is now a handsome little piggy. George is wishing him a Happy Birthday.

July 25, 2009 - 11:24 am Paula - I am so sad that I missed his birthday party. Looks like he had a great day! Magnus must have been jealous. Pictures look great!

July 23, 2009 - 3:08 pm Adam - Thats my Sooznooz! WOOOO If anyone cares I ate the treat, believe it, it happened. Nice pics Lisa

July 23, 2009 - 2:19 pm Tara McMullen - Adorable. I am in love. Might we book some time so that I may too enjoy the snorts and snuffles of the birthday boy? xo

July 23, 2009 - 12:23 pm Wyatt - Ohhh Noonsters! He's the best! I love the big pic with his tongue out. So cute! Great pics sister.

July 23, 2009 - 10:29 am Andrea - Happy Birthday my favorite canine friend... Sorry Maggy:)Pics are so cute:) And yes I think that treat looks like something I would like:)

JESSICA + RISHI – Kashmir, India

Tuesday, July 14, 2009 Posted in PERSONAL| TRAVEL| Weddings

What can I say about these two special friends that are close to my heart? They are two of the most kind, caring and generous people I know. I wouldn’t have missed their wedding in Kashmir, India for the world. The wedding was beautiful, full of rich crisp colours, and the turning of the leaves made an amazing backdrop for their portrait shots. Having the ceremony and celebrations at Rishi’s family’s retreat, Green Acres, made it feel even more welcoming and special. I hope to go back there one day. 

Stay tuned for some more pictures on my travels through India.

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“Hug hug, kiss kiss, hug hug, big kiss, little hug, kiss kiss, little kiss.” :P

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September 3, 2009 - 11:37 pm Jessica - I love the pic of the bride looking down! You pics are wonderful, really breath taking!

July 20, 2009 - 2:35 pm Deborah Black - Lisa, these are breathtaking.

July 20, 2009 - 12:57 pm Jessica - I am SO blessed that Adam and you were able to be there for our wedding. The photos you took were icing on the cake. You've captured these very special moments that we will cherish forever. Love you! XOXO Jess

July 17, 2009 - 1:34 pm Wyatt - Great pics sister! The hands pic is my fav!

July 16, 2009 - 10:12 pm Adam - Amanda is right, you took a lot of amazing shots...sadly your blog would be huge if you posted them all!! Excellent work!

July 14, 2009 - 12:16 pm Amanda - Out of this entire album I can't figure out which is my favorite. The hands photo is up there though. You did such an amazing job at this wedding Lisa it's hard to pick only one favorite.

WHAT?! I’M 30!

Sunday, July 5, 2009 Posted in PERSONAL

Wahoo Canada Day! – our country’s birthday with fireworks!!! Gotta love those fireworks. As this holiday comes around it also means I get another year older, and this year was a biggy. Yes, yes, everyone, the face behind that camera has left her sacred year of 29 and is now 30. As a matter of fact, as I write this I am 30 years and 5 days old. *Sighhh…

I wasn’t sure how to take on this new number attached to my life. How did it creep up on me so fast? Should I embrace it? Should I hide and try to shoo this day away along with it’s pyrotechnics? or was I supposed to feel something supercalafragilisticexpialidocious as the clock turned 4:54p.m.? – like a bolt of lightning going through my entire body?!…Ummmm, nope, didn’t feel that.

As I let this number marinate in my mind, I thought back to the years leading me up to this point in my life. Where did the time go? I went to school, established a career as a graphic designer, and I have a loving family supporting me in my new budding career in photography. So what more could I ask for? That is a fully loaded question I’m not sure I can answer…yet.

In my mind, I still feel as though I’m still in my early 20s – young, and ambitious yet still confused about life. Today I can say I have more assurance of who I am and what my likes and dislikes are with reasoning. Although with the future blurry, my magic future jar holds a precious wish to travel the world with my trusty camera in hand, and loved ones to experience it with me one day – A wishful image I want to come true.

With that said, there is a hopeful future lying ahead of me. I’m not going to fight this scary number anymore. I’m going to embrace this new chapter called “30″ and invite all the roman candles, bottle rockets, firecrackers, and sparklers that come along with it. So move on over Canada, those boistrous fireworks aren’t just for you, they’re for me and all the other people with an optimistic outlook to their future!!!

 

Below are pictures my fiancée Adam took of me before we went home to a surprise birthday party he set up just for lil’ ol’ me! It was one of the best, most priceless gifts I have ever received…what a great start to 30! Thank you Adam and my love to all my friends and family that were there…and for those who didn’t get to attend, a big thank you for your best wishes! :)

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Do I have a second shooter in the making?

 

p.s. I still get carded and I love it. When I’m asked, I smile, stand a little taller and happily hand over my license that states my date of birth, July 1, 1979 – yup, you read that right, you just carded a 30 year old!!! Baaaaaaamm Son!!! Hollaaaaa!!!

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July 12, 2009 - 10:20 pm Paula - I like how you're trying to be all "thug" in your pictures. You're the most non-confrontational person I know! Adam did a great job coordinating your surprise party!

July 12, 2009 - 9:48 pm Meghan - Awwwwwwwwwwwwww that's so nice! It made me tear up a little :) You're so talented girl! Keep the good times rollin!

July 12, 2009 - 11:01 am Grace - Happy Birthday Lisa - You look great as usual! I'm so happy for you Lisa, you are only 30 and pursuing and succeeding at not only a career of your choice but one that you obviously love and are awesome at! You are shaping your own future instead of just floating where the wind blows as I had done. BTW - love all the new photos!

July 8, 2009 - 11:51 am Wyatt - Happy Birthday sister you old fart! Nice pics Adam.

July 7, 2009 - 6:01 pm lisakwan - Thanks!!!! You are too sweet Derschy!!!

July 7, 2009 - 11:11 am Angela - Happy Birthday Lisa!

July 5, 2009 - 12:55 pm Adam - That's right folks...Adam Derschner took these shots, and my job could not have been easier. Lisa is beautiful and made my attempt at photography a breeze, I look like a pro but only because of Lisa. Happy 30th Birthday!

ANGELA + ADAM • e-session

Tuesday, June 23, 2009 Posted in ENGAGEMENTS| Weddings

It was a windy and chilly day when I met up with Angela and Adam for their engagement session at the PI Institute…but even with the crazy and crisp winds swirling around us they still rocked it!!! They showed so much love between one another that I didn’t have to coach them in front of the camera at all…such naturals. Great job guys and I can’t wait to shoot your wedding in August at La Hacienda Sarria. Whoop whooop!!!
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Handsome guy and a beautiful girl...perfection!

Handsome guy and a beautiful girl...perfection!


Love Ange's red jacket. Great pop of colour!

Love Ange's red jacket. Great pop of colour!


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One of my favs!

One of my favs!

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June 30, 2009 - 7:52 pm Heather - FABULOUS!!!!! Such beautiful work!!!

June 24, 2009 - 5:24 pm Doreen & Joe Schanzenbacher - From Joe and Doreen Schanzenbacher Thanks so much for this opportunity!! Wow! I could go on and on and on about how "Perfect" you are as a couple. Perhaps "I'm "just a little prejudiced" but as ANGELA'S grandparents I think we've earned the right to be just a "wee bit" prejudiced becaue we love her so much!! We love you SO VERY MUCH. And now! we've learned to love Adam just as much.ADAM YOU ARE PERFECT FOR HER!! ABSOLUTELY PERFECT!. I know that you will make each other VERY HAPPY! I couldn't happlen to two nicer people...and YOU WILL HAVE BEAUTIFUL BABIES!!....AND WE WILL ALWAYS BE HERE TO HELP IN ANY WAY THAT WE CAN. We love you lots and wish you a lifetime of happiness. Love, Grandpa and Grandma Schanzenbacher - Hugs and kisses!! from us and Bubba!!

June 24, 2009 - 9:25 am Adam - Simply gorgeous! Those shots are off the track! Nice work Lisa

June 24, 2009 - 9:15 am Mary Ellen Sommerfeld - Mary Ellen and Dietmar, The pictures are gorgeous. The photographs are fun and imaginative, but how can you go wrong with such a great couple. Lisa brought out the "model" in both of them. Angela and Adam look so happy and relaxed. I love them. Really looking forward to seeing the wedding photos!

June 23, 2009 - 3:48 pm Angela and Adam - Hey Lisa, Thanks so much! We love them and had so much fun with you doing them. Can't wait to see the rest! YIPPIE!

June 23, 2009 - 11:26 am Krista - These pics of Adam and Angela are fantastic!!! Great job Lisa!! And great job Adam and Angela for picking the best photographer in town!!!!!!!!!!!! Perimeter Institute is a really nice location too!

June 23, 2009 - 11:25 am Teresa Jamieson - Lisa, your shots are amazing!! Need to schedule some time for family pics. Best of Luck! Teresa

June 23, 2009 - 11:21 am Meghan - AMAZING FOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Keep em coming!

June 23, 2009 - 11:16 am Jessica - These are great!!! What a perfect looking couple too. That first loop dee loop is a fun shot and the wind added some nice movement in her hair.

June 23, 2009 - 11:00 am Andrea - You're so awesome friend! Great job! whoop whoop:)

June 23, 2009 - 10:18 am Wyatt - Another great bunch of pictures sister! Awesome work! You're starting to kick some serious butt!

December 16, 2009 - 6:57 pm Angela + Adam – Waterloo, Ontario » Lisa Kwan Images - [...] 15, 2009 was the hottest day of the summer I swear! But Angela and Adam didn’t let that ruin their outdoor ceremony at La Hacienda Sarria in Waterloo. They were both [...]

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Tuesday, June 16, 2009 Posted in DESIGN| Weddings

Wondering what the “e.c.” stands for? Electric Circus?! Nope…(although I wish that show was still on – don’t judge me people!).

The e.c. I’m referring to stands for Erin Carpenter. Erin is a talented makeup artist based out of Toronto, Ontario. She approached me about a year ago to create a corporate image for her business. I was so excited to work on her promo pieces because it involved two things that most women find important on their wedding day…hair and makeup! She has applied her artistic talents on many celebrities and is hired to be involved in many events like the Canadian Film Centre show.

Through the years I have witnessed her amazing skills on many brides and I have to say she makes natural beauties even more beautiful! So if you’re in need for a professional makeup and hair artist, she is the one to call! To find out more about Erin click here to check out her blog.

Below are the pieces I’ve created for her; logo, business card, comp card and stationery.

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June 23, 2009 - 6:58 pm anita.maly@scotiabank.com - Lisa, that is awesome. I love the design.

June 17, 2009 - 6:54 pm Emma - Um...LOVE it!

June 17, 2009 - 2:15 pm Erin Carpenter - Thanks again Lisa! You did an amazing job taking my business to the next level. Every time I hand out one of my/your cards people go nuts with the compliments. You are very talented!

June 17, 2009 - 9:20 am Jessica - Wow Lisa! Wicked design!!!

June 16, 2009 - 9:45 pm Adam - Love the clean look! Almost makes me want my own business so I can get stuff like that!

MELISSA + CHRIS – Toronto, Ontario

Saturday, June 6, 2009 Posted in SECOND SHOOTING| Weddings

This is the final blog post from second shooting with barebonephoto…and it’s fully loaded with pics!

Melissa and Chris were married at the breathtaking venue, Graydon Hall Manor. The day was sunny, beautiful and warm  – perfect for an outdoor wedding!

Scroll down to see my favourite pictures from that day. Enjoy!!!

Gorgeous, GORRRGEOUS venue!

Gorgeous, GORRRGEOUS venue!

Setting up for the reception.

Setting up for the reception.

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Don't these look deeeeelish? and le presentation c'est très chic! (yes, I randomly speak french sometimes)

Don't these look deeeeelish?!! and le presentation c'est très chic non?!! (yes, sometimes I just sputter out french).

I could not keep my eyes off of the cute cute cuuute flower girl so I kind of went overboard with pictures of her.

I couldn't keep my eyes off of the cute cute cuuute flower girl so I kind of went overboard with pictures of her.

Cute, cute!!!

Cute, cute!!!

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Chris having fun with the camera.

Gorgeous.

Gorgeous.

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June 9, 2009 - 9:01 am Jessica - Beautiful photos yet again Lisa! Your portfolio of work is stunning!!!

June 8, 2009 - 2:56 pm Krista - Your talent brings a tear to my eye!!! Fantastic work Lisa.

June 8, 2009 - 1:15 pm amanda - I think I found just the place pour moi!!!! You've made the place look stupendous. Gorgeous!!!!

June 8, 2009 - 9:26 am Wyatt - Everybody say...WOW! Good work sister. Non stop awesome pics!

June 7, 2009 - 1:33 pm Adam - Beautiful shots! Once again your work is like art! Wo I Nee!

DANIELLE + JEFF – Waterloo, Ontario

Tuesday, June 2, 2009 Posted in SECOND SHOOTING| Weddings

This is the second of three weddings I’m posting where I was a second shooter for barebonephoto.

I have to say that Danielle and Jeff are one of the most memorable and unique couples I have ever shot with Emma. They were both so sweet, nice and so relaxed – it almost felt like we weren’t even working! Danielle has an addictive smile and Jeff possesses a quirky sense of humour which was entertaining. Needless to say the day was filled with many laughs and memorable moments, one being where Jeff rapped his vows!!! It was quite the show and something I won’t forget. If you want to see the actual lyrics to his rap check it out on Emma’s blog.

Scroll down to check out some of the pics I captured from their special day. Enjoy!

Beautiful bride with beautiful light

Beautiful bride with beautiful light.

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Jeff's 'first look' at his bride.

Jeff's 'first look' at his bride.

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Jeff rapping his vows!!!

Jeff rapping his vows!!!

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A special moment with Dad.

A special moment with Dad.

I love Danielle's mom's face in this picture!

I love Danielle's mom's face in this picture!

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Quite a memorable day.

Quite a memorable day.

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June 24, 2009 - 12:00 am Matt Miller - Lisa; Your photographs are certainly professional. Your use of light is wonderful... But the thing that really knocks me out about your shots is how creative they are in every way. WOW! It will be very easy to pass on your name on to others. Atta Go Lisa! p.s I was at Danielle's and Jeff's wedding. We know the bride and her family very well All the Best Matt

June 5, 2009 - 4:05 pm lisakwan - Thanks Emma! Such nice words! And thank you to everyone else for your beautiful comments...it means so much to me!!! Thanks again!

June 5, 2009 - 3:33 pm Amanda - You're a natural LK. Love it all.

June 4, 2009 - 7:14 pm Emma - Lisa....every time I look at these pictures I think....."Wow Lisa has come so far!" This was the wedding that I realized that you were officially a "photographer". As hard as it was to loose you as my second hand :). I am so proud of you and what you have become! Watch out Ontario Brides and Grooms Lisa isn't going to be available for much longer! Book Her NOW!!!!!

June 4, 2009 - 11:14 am Heather - I love your work Lisa! Beautiful pictures!!!

June 3, 2009 - 2:15 pm Andrea - So talented friend! great job!

June 3, 2009 - 12:01 pm Adam - Killer shots Lisa! As always stellar work :)

June 3, 2009 - 11:45 am Wyatt - Another great post sister! Great shots of the newly weds.

June 3, 2009 - 11:07 am Jessica - Lisa these photos are stunning. I think you've captured some really special moments in this shoot.

LINDSEY + TIM – Toronto, Ontario

Wednesday, May 27, 2009 Posted in SECOND SHOOTING| Weddings

Here is the first of three weddings I will be posting where I was a second shooter under barebonephoto.

Lindsey and Tim were such a warm and welcoming couple. Their bridal party was funny and very comfortable having their pictures taken of them which made our jobs so much easier! We started off at their home downtown Toronto where the girls were and then headed to the Gladstone Hotel where the guys were getting ready. Their ceremony and reception was held at a great venue, the Steam Whistle Brewery. 

Be sure to check out Emma’s blog to see her pictures of this couple on their special day.

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Details at the Gladstone.

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Be sure to come back soon to check out another wedding I second shot under barebonephoto.

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May 28, 2009 - 8:41 am Rishi - Wow Lisa! Your photos look great. I love the contrast of the brick texture with the polished wedding party.

May 27, 2009 - 3:52 pm Wyatt - Awesome pics of the Brewery and wedding. I like Steamwhistle beer...

When Lisa met Emma…

Tuesday, May 26, 2009 Posted in PERSONAL

As some of you may know, for the past few years I worked along side a talented local photographer named Emma Smallbone. To give you some history I met Emma 8 years ago…in my underwear. 

WAIT!!! Before any of you get ANY crazy thoughts, I was frolicking willingly in my undies because the gym I went to was promoting “before + after” shots…so I signed up – Emma was the photographer who just moved into the area and was brave enough to capture my body in it’s ‘before‘ state. Gah!

Emma left her business cards behind that day and I started to follow her career through her website and blog. I fell in love with her work and I stalked her site for years. As my love for photography grew I wanted to work along side a skilled photographer to learn what the business was like. So I gathered up a lot of courage and contacted her to see if she needed assistance of any kind whether it be with design or fetching a camera bag when needed. She accepted.

Three years have gone by and I have learned a lot from her. The first year I was her assistant/second shooter, and the year after I was the second shooter of her company barebonephoto. Now I have created my own company but I won’t forget who gave me my first opportunity in the photography world – A big THANKS to you Emma and all your continued support.

The next few blog posts will be pictures from weddings I have shot alongside her.
Enjoy!

This is the only picture I have of the two of us in action!

Can you believe that this is the only picture I have of the two of us at work?!

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December 17, 2009 - 7:20 am Lee Anne - Lisa, I was a barebone stalker for a couple of years too! I finally got the nerve to call Emma this year for help with my new wedding business, booked a bareboneworkshop and my life hasn't been the same since - I truly cannot say enough about Emma. It's so wonderful to see your photos of Emma's weddings, they're absolutley gorgeous!! I'm now a Lisa Kwan blogstalker!

May 26, 2009 - 11:40 pm Emma - Lisa....your the best! I will certainly miss working together! But your going to be a dynamo photog and the world better watch out! Congrats on the leap.....I'm so proud of you!( wow I sound like a mother!) Plus your learned from the best....he he......were AWESOME!!!!! I am getting T-shirts made......did I just say that out loud! Now post some more pictures Dammit!!! I'm officially your first blogstalker!

May 26, 2009 - 7:36 pm Karrie - Here's another: http://www.facebook.com/photo.php?pid=5294038&id=734315600 :P

December 2, 2009 - 6:46 pm I’m back and married!!! » Lisa Kwan Images - [...] back to this post soon because I will be posting some pictures that Emma Smallbone from barebonephoto took of our special day! CAN’T WAIT for you all to see them! [...]

HOLA CUBA!

Friday, May 22, 2009 Posted in PERSONAL| TRAVEL| Weddings

Since the subject of my first post was about a wedding in Cuba, I thought I would continue with an additional Cuba post. 

While waiting for Amy and Damis’ special day to arrive, a group of us took an early morning day trip into the countryside which included our own rented jeeps! – that was one of the main selling features of the package! We all followed our tour guide off the main roads, made stops in small villages, schools and farms to learn about Cuba and their culture. Some of our activities included: a visit to a coffee plantation, horse-back riding, lunch on a hill-top, viewing of a Christopher Columbus landmark, and watching a historical dance ritual for marriage – just to name a few. Needless to say by the time we made it back to the resort that evening we were all happily exhausted and looking forward to a dip in the pool.

Here are a few pictures from that memorable day. Enjoy!

Oh yeah, I forgot to mention, I got kisses from a couple of the marriage show dancers...oooo la laaaa! ;P

Oh yeah, I forgot to mention, I got kisses from a couple of the dancers...oooo la laaaa! ;P

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May 26, 2009 - 5:19 pm Karrie - Gorgeous photos Lisa! They're so colourful and full of life! Really beautiful :)

May 26, 2009 - 12:48 am your favourite relative - WOW!!! Lisa you really ARE amazing - and not just cuz yo mama told me so (talent runs in the family!!! hee hee) Like I said in my email - makes me want to run out and find a hot guy so I can have a tropical destination wedding too. Hey wait a minute - hot guy, tropical destination ...that's all I need (I can drop the wedding part as I've been there done that!) LOVE IT!!! I'm already bragging to everyone about your talent and telling them about your site.

May 22, 2009 - 2:59 pm Jessica - Those are great! Those dancers are pretty cute too eh. I hope Adam didn't hurt them too badly.

May 22, 2009 - 12:26 pm Adam - Lisa gorgeous shots! PS I did beat up those dancers after.......

May 22, 2009 - 11:10 am Wyatt - Awesome pictures sister!

AMY + DAMIS – Playa Costa Verde, Cuba

Tuesday, May 19, 2009 Posted in TRAVEL| Weddings

This past January I was asked to be the photographer for my fiancee’s good friend Amy. When she asked me I was honoured! Not only was I flattered that she asked me but I was ecstatic because the wedding was going to be in Cuba! How exciting! Just as the winter blues set in, a trip away to a bright sunny, sandy beach would be the best fix.

Even with the sunny days and warm weather at our fingertips, the beach and sea still call to me. Here are some pictures I’d like to share from their wedding at beautiful Playa Costa Verde Resort. Needless to say, with a guest list of 90 and a hot looking bride and groom, the week in Cuba was amazing! Thanks for the great time Amy and Damis!  

 

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The hot couple!

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Damis and his handsome groomsmen.

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Amy and her sexy ladies!

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A wonderful wedding party.

A ring shot after a warm rain shower.

A ring shot after a warm rain shower.

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The kiss.

Guest list of 90! Such great company!

Guest list of 90! Such great company!

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October 28, 2009 - 2:10 pm Stenna - Hey Lisa, I've had the greatest time looking through your photos. Amazing work! Your composition and eye for detail is inspirational... not to mention getting see Sumo! Looking froward to see more.

September 7, 2009 - 12:11 pm Ben Brophy - Happy website Lisa, Lisa it's your website. Congratulations Lisa, this website looks so PRO. Hope I can book you for some events. Good luck in the future.

September 5, 2009 - 9:27 pm Susana - Congrats Lisa! Great site, beautiful pictures!!! I'm sure you'll be getting lots of work coming your way.

June 23, 2009 - 11:40 am Jeff - Love the photo's. You are awsome! Wish I had you for my wedding

June 7, 2009 - 10:37 pm Paula Kwan - Sister! I can't stop coming to your site to "creep" on your pictures. I absolutely LOVE them! Keep posting them because I know you have a ton of amazing ones on your wall and computer. So proud of you! Kid sister.

June 5, 2009 - 4:04 pm lisakwan - THANK YOU EVERYONE for all of your nice and encouraging words! You guys are the best!

May 29, 2009 - 8:27 pm Cathy Seed - Lisa, you have shown everyone what I already knew - that you are an artist that has just started to show the world you talent! Always remember that - you are one of the few to show us what is true!

May 27, 2009 - 12:16 pm Jennifer Keith - Congrats Lisa! It looks like you're well on your way and things are looking quite fantastic up here! Jen

May 22, 2009 - 6:39 pm Rebecca - Congrats Lisa! Your pictures are so amazing and I wish you all the luck pursuing your passion!

May 21, 2009 - 4:21 pm Linda - Great job! If I had known at the time, I would have loved to have hired you as my photographer! Keep up the good work.

May 20, 2009 - 8:01 pm Anita - The pictures look great Lisa and the website looks amazing. Nice job!!!! Can't wait to see Nicholas' pictures. Congrats!!!!

May 20, 2009 - 5:28 pm Heather - My friend Lisa!!! I am so completely proud of you!!! Your website is beautiful and your pictures are gorgeous!!!! :)

May 20, 2009 - 1:23 pm Adam - Wikked! its up...I cant wait to see what the future holds.

May 20, 2009 - 12:53 pm Deborah Black - Hey Lisa, Congratulations! Glad Jessica sent the link - so glad you are pursuing what you love -- it looks great - a perfect beginning. All the best, Debbie

May 20, 2009 - 11:32 am Jessica - Your pictures look amazing Lisa! I know this is only the beginning for you and it's so great to see that you've finally taken the plunge and pursued your passion. You have such talent. Can't wait to see more!!! I've already forwarded your URL for your contact info to an inquiring colleague of mine after she saw it up on my screen! Love you!

May 20, 2009 - 11:22 am Amanda - What can I say, you've gone above and beyond our expectations Lisa. This is only the beginning of a life long adventure. So excited to stay up to date with your career. Keep us posted!!!! xoxox Congratulations

May 20, 2009 - 11:13 am Andrea - You're awesome friend! Great site! love it!

May 20, 2009 - 10:58 am Wyatt - Great pictures sister! They are AWESOME! This is definitely a new chapter in your career. Keep it up!

May 20, 2009 - 10:38 am Calla - Hurray! Great to see this up!

May 20, 2009 - 10:33 am Emma - Great shots LISA! Can't wait to see more of your work on the site! Congratulations!

December 9, 2009 - 2:44 pm Welcome Damis Junior • newborn session » Lisa Kwan Images - [...] great watching the phases a couple goes through after marriage. If you remember Amy and Damis, I had the privilege to shoot their wedding in Cuba earlier this year. Well, we’re at the end [...]