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Fall Photos Make Great Christmas Cards!

I love this beautiful time of year!  With the leaves changing from green to golden yellows and oranges, there is a certain elegance that is portrayed in the scenery of our everyday lives.  Not only are these colours beautiful to look at, but they also make stunning backdrops for family photos.  Some of the best Christmas cards I have received were ones that included a family picture that was taken during the fall.

Need some inspiration for where you can take fall family photos?  Here are five location ideas for you to consider.  A professional photographer can help you find the perfect location!

In a park – Find a park with trees.  The leaves can still be attached or they can be on the ground; either way, the photos look great!  It makes it a lot more fun for kids when there are leaves to play in!

In a field – Wide open, grassy spaces can be great for group shots, or action shots, if the kids enjoy running around.  Corn fields are also fun locations to shoot fall photos!

By a river – The reflections of nature in the water create a beautiful backdrop for your photos.

At a farm – Live in the country or know someone who does?  Opt to take your photos in the country by a big red barn, with some horses, or simply along a wooden fence.

At a pumpkin patch – Some of the cutest photos are found taken at a pumpkin patch.

Where is your favourite place to take fall photos?  Let us know by submitting your response in the comments below.

Not sure what to wear for fall photos?  Check out this article for some tips.

Today I invite you to book your fall photos so that you can use them in this year’s Christmas cards!  Too book a session today, please contact us.

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Official Photographer for Womanition – New Magazine Release!

Cara FullertonOne of my favourite parts of being a photographer is the opportunity to photograph other like-minded women professionals.  This year, and for the past 5  years, I have had the amazing opportunity to be Calgary’s official photographer for Womanition.  Womanition puts out an annual magazine showcasing brilliant women and their businesses.  To grab a copy of the online version of this magazine, please click here.  You can also look for the hard copy on Magazine stands throughout the city.

If you have not checked out the Womanition events or the magazine, I encourage you to do so.  I had a fun time being around all these amazing women; hearing their stories, and capturing their true personalities through professional portraits.  Each Calgary business woman’s photograph in the magazine was taken by Miko Photography.  To book your own professional headshot, please contact us today.

Here’s a few pictures from the magazine.  To check out all of them, please go to the online magazine here.

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Don’t Just Post It – Print It!

When was the last time you took your digital camera to the store and actually developed photos?  With all of the technology available to us, we often forget or simply don’t feel like going to get pictures developed when we can easily scroll through our cameras or phones to browse those images that we took not once, not twice, but possibly three or more times to capture the perfect photo.  We have the luxury of capturing a photo and instantly seeing the results of our handy work, but what is the point of perfecting the ‘perfect shot’ if you don’t even print it for others to see?  We all know that a house simply does not feel like a home unless there are pictures hanging on the walls.  Simply posting on social media may gain some ‘likes’ and impressive comments; however, having those photos printed and on display or in a photo album for guests to browse through can be fun to reminisce, start a conversation, or simply brag about how great your kids looked at their graduation or wedding.  We are proud of our families and friends and the moments we share with them, why not share that happiness with printed photos?

Let’s not forget that technology can fail.  If you drop your camera or phone in water or if it breaks, then those 500 to 1000+ photos are all gone, taking away some precious memories that photos bring.  Printed photos leave a legacy of you, your family, and your friends.

Today, I encourage you to take time to organize and print your photos.  Don’t feel that your photos are of good quality?  I encourage you to hire a photographer to take some professional shots that you can print and proudly hang on your walls.

Book Your Fall Photos Today While Space Is Still Available!

What a wonderful summer this has turned out to be!  I trust you all are enjoying the warm, sunny weather and time with friends and family.  I am looking forward to August and any new adventures that may arise.  Are you still looking for a little fun for the kids this summer?  Check out some great ideas here on the Family Fun Calgary website.  Summer is such a short season, so take advantage of the beautiful weather by spending time with family participating in fun activities.

As we approach September in just a few weeks, keep in mind that it is a busy month with going back to school and starting many other activities.  September is also a favourite time for many families to have their family photos done out in the fall colors.  Remember, summer came in with a bang (a rather late bang no doubt) and fall does the same every year with the leaves starting to change in early September and the beautiful autumn glow in full color before we know it.  September & October dates are already starting to book up so call or email today to book your session!

Unsure of what to wear or how to look for fall family photos?  Here’s some easy tips your whole family can use.  Some parents like to go all out when it comes to taking back to school photos with their kids.  This is a great way to preserve memories with your kids. Check out these ideas for more back to school photo inspiration!

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