Lorraine Marie Fotography

Valentines Day Mini Sale

Lorraine — Sat, 07 Jan 2012 16:18:19 +0000

Join us up at the Studio for a Valentines Day Mini Sale, Limited Spaces Available, $79 for a 30 minute Session

January colds

Lorraine — Wed, 04 Jan 2012 18:16:50 +0000

It’s the beginning of January, and I can’t believe how under the weather I have been. Typically, colds don’t like me so they don’t stick around for any length of time. This cold has been gracing itself since Boxing Day…just to say, I’m not a fan of it. Normally, it would be time to start dismantling the tree and putting away all the Christmas decorations, but the lack of energy and in my pursuit of seeing how many Kleenex boxes I can go through (currently on my fourth box), the tree will just have to wait. In the meantime, I want to let all my customers know it will be back to the studio for me, once I am well and not sharing my lovely germs with everyone, we don’t need little ones getting this cold (as I’m sure all the momma’s out there can appreciate that). Time to sip back more Peppermint tea with Honey and find that little blue jar of Vicks.

Blessings,

Lorraine

Goodbye 2011, Hello 2012

Lorraine — Sun, 01 Jan 2012 23:06:13 +0000

Another year has passed by and while I think about so many posts on Facebook that friends and family are posting, I am considering what it is I want from 2012 ( I say that like it already owes me something… maybe it does). Not that long ago I read a book by Don MIller, on living a better life, by living a better story . What I got most out of that book, was not to let life just idly pass by but to make living a better story, embrace life, put yourself into a better story, if you don’t like the way your life is going, change something. Make it Memorable. 2011 brought some wonderful rewards and Memorable Moments: I was able to go to WPPI, I attend an Alycia Alvarez’s class, met some amazing women from WPPI who daily enrich my life and encourage me in my walk of faith as a christian, we got a much needed new car this year (our Flex) after surviving last year with a van with no heat (the Flex was a much welcomed addition to our family), I found some AMAZING studio space this fall, photographed some wonderful couples and families this year for which I am truly blessed. 2011 also showed it’s ugly side but even with a little bad attitude I look at all the wonderful things it did bring and for that I am grateful.

2012, What are some of my goals for this year:

1. Attend an After Dark Education Workshop

2. Expand my client base becoming more specialized in children’s photography.

3. Go out on a Sail boat

4. Dinner Cruise on the Edmonton River Queen.

5. Travel through more of the States with the kids.

6. Be a better Blogger

7. Plan future Workshops and Retreats for Momma’s

8. Go Whale Watching

9. Go Hiking with the kids

10. Rent a cottage for a week

11. Get back to a healthy lifestyle

12. Complete 100 crunches in 100 days (Day One is complete!)

13. Spend more time reading my bible

14. Welcome in new clients

15. Be a better writer (joined P31 weekly writing challenge).

16. Go to NYC with Rod

17. Complete the Circus Camp writing course (working my way through it)

18. Enter a Print Competition

19. Read for enjoyment

20. Go on adventures , take day trips with the kids.

While it’s not an extensive list or exhaustive, they are some of my goals and desires I hope to complete this coming year. I’d love to hear some of your goals, dreams for 2012.

Blessings,

Lorraine

Sweet Tooth

Lorraine — Thu, 22 Dec 2011 05:12:14 +0000

This month we put together a styled shoot with the help of two local Sherwood Park businesses, Greenmunch.ca & Little Bo-Tique.

Little Bo-tique, provides like-new brand name designer clothing for men, women and children. The store carries Gap, Gymboree, True Religion and more! Definitely, stop by, have a look to see what’s new and you’ll find you’ll be saving more than a third less than what you pay for super cute kids clothes new.

Greenmunch, is an online eco-friendly store, carrying trendy and fun products that are reusable, natural and compost friendly. They are also…little insider secret here, one of my suppliers for those fun little goody bags I like pass out to all my younger clients at the end of their sessions. Thanks Greenmunch for providing all the wonderful goodies including the paper straws, bamboo cutlery, bakers string and so much more!

A big thanks to my super models for making the day a huge success, Miss K, for all your help, your giggles and songs. It was a joy to have you model for us. And to our afternoon model, Miss A, thanks for providing us with lots of excitement,and for hosting your own “cookie decorating tv show”.

And last but not least, thanks to the mom’s for bringing the girls to the studio! It was appreciated, beyond measure!

Blessings,

Lorraine

Models : Miss A, Miss K

Photography : Lorraine Stephanyshyn, Lorraine Marie Fotography

Credo Bags, Paper Straws, Bakers String, Polka Dot Bags, Bamboo Cutlery : Greenmunch.ca, 780-293-7805

All Clothing provided by Little Bo-Tique , 780-417-2508,
86 Athabascan Avenue (by Rosie’s Restaurant), Sherwood Park, AB

PhotoBooth

Lorraine — Mon, 21 Nov 2011 19:41:41 +0000

Have to share some of the fun photos from this weekends event at the Nellie McClung’s all girl Junior High craft fair, which helped to raise funds in support of the Grade 9′s spring field trip to the Bamfield Research Station. To support the girl’s trip we set up a fun photo booth for the craft attendees and raised by donation, $63.51 towards their trip ,which I am slightly envious that they get to go too, but I’m sure they will have an amazing time!

To see more images stop by the facebook fan page

Blessings,

Lorraine

LMF-Photobooth-26 LMF-Photobooth-65 Blog-Photobooth-1 Blog-Photobooth-2 Blog-Photobooth-3 Blog-Photobooth-4 Blog-Photobooth-5 Blog-Photobooth-6 Blog-Photobooth-7 Blog-Photobooth-8 Blog-Photobooth-9 Blog-Photobooth-10 Blog-Photobooth-11

Tarah+Graham Engagement Session | Edmonton Engagement Photographer

Lorraine — Mon, 10 Oct 2011 20:23:25 +0000

Graham and Tarah’s e-session took place at Tarah’s family farm, on a perfect fall day, I think the temperature was hitting plus 27 here in sunny Alberta. I don’t know how you could ask for better weather for the end of September and to be shooting their engagement session on the farm, just added to the day. Congrats Graham & Tarah, can’t wait for the wedding next June!

Little Miss “P” : Edmonton Family Photographer

Lorraine — Thu, 06 Oct 2011 16:20:21 +0000

Little Miss “P” and her momma, met up with me at a local city park back in July. It’s such a blessing to capture this little girl, she’s got that little twinkle in her eye that you know she’s up for an adventure. And she was sure to take us on one as we followed her around the park discovering new places to climb up, climb over and through. I also discovered , I don’t always fit through the same spaces that a toddler can. Thanks Momma “Z” and Little Miss “P” for another fun session with the two of the you.

Blessings,

Lorraine

Diane + Ryan’s Wedding | Edmonton Wedding Photographer

Lorraine — Sun, 28 Aug 2011 00:51:33 +0000

From that first moment that Diane adorned her mom’s wedding dress to having the opportunity to capture a “First Look” with Diane’s dad, a beautiful moment shared between sisters, the Bagpiper who ushered in the ceremony overlooking the Edmonton river valley along Ada Boulevard, this day was one to be cherished. Diane & Ryan, it was a pleasure to be able to have the opportunity to capture your day for you. Your love for each other is beautiful. Thank you, for your spontaneity and for all things Bollywood. I’ll never forgot your first dance!

Cristina + Wayne | Sherwood Park Photographer

Lorraine — Fri, 19 Aug 2011 19:26:45 +0000

First off, thanks Amy of AM Studios for the opportunity to second shoot, for Cristina + Wayne’s wedding! There were so many cute little details I loved , from the Love Notes they had written down on cute little hearts from a wedding shower, to Wayne’s stylin running shoes! The guys looked stunning in their black suits and the girls were, well Gorgeous!

Congrats Cristina & Wayne!

Shout Out / Edmonton Lifestyle Photographer

Lorraine — Mon, 08 Aug 2011 17:50:34 +0000

Have to give a little shout out for Don’s Photos on the West End. Often times as photographers buying equipment can be costly and while I’m in love with sooo many lenses, it’s just not feasible to buy every dreams lens. I’ve checked around a few sites and though there are companies that will deliver gear to your door it’s great to have an Edmonton resource like Don’s Photos to rent gear from. Their rates are extremely reasonable and if you are just starting out in photography it’s an economical way to try out a lens/ camera or flash before investing into a product that you may not be sure about or discover that you really don’t like at all.
For myself, I’ve rented the Nikon AF-S VR II 105mm f2.8 micro lens twice over the passed year, and while I realllly like/love the lens, it’s still not high on my priority list, so for the cost of the week rental of $75 or they have a day rate of $25, it just makes sense versus buying the lens for $900. Further down the road I’ll look into making that purchase but for now renting the occasional piece of equipment is a great option.
To get a hold of Don’s Photos you can call them at 780-930-1813.

Happy Renting!