My Parents - Portrait

These are my parents. They were recently called to serve in the new Calgary Temple, for The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter Day Saints. Find more information HERE. In the Temple all the workers wear white, from head to toe. It's so pure and simple. My Mom happens to think that my Dad is handsome in his white suit and likewise my Dad of my Mom in her white dress. At my Dad's request we took some pictures for my Mom. Since it was such a great idea I weedled my Mom into the same style photo shoot with the dress she has worn since they were newlyweds, without my Dad knowing. Christmas Day it was so fun to see them surprise each other with the same gift!
I love these two individuals so much. I've always loved them. I love them so much more as MY parents, now that I have children of my own. I get why they didn't parent us equally, but instead they parented us fairly, to each of our needs. They have been so wise, and continue to be. I love these faces.
I must also add, how much I love having my loved ones in front of my lens. I love to take my time, more then I usually do, and really get it right. This is why I love photography. Capturing the expressions that call back moments in time, evoke feelings of love and remembrance. I am so grateful that my family appreciates me and allows me to photograph them. It really is so selfish on my part. This is what I love. Thank you for letting me grow and learn.

Love You,
Elizabeth

Dugdale's - Family

The Dugdale's welcomed me into their home just after New Years. A great session to start off 2013 with. Larry reminds me of members of my own family. I loved the friendly banter and genuine nature of this whole group! I was even treated to a musical number on the double base. Thank you so much for having me and I hope I see you all again in the spring when we can venture outdoors and explore your beautiful property.

Myles - Baby

 Myles is a Christmas baby. He is joining a special club of babies that have had the amazing honour of being born so close to the Holidays and reminding their parents, and others, of baby Jesus. Myles was so alert for me, those bright eyes didn't want to miss a thing. He is obviously a bright child already! Thank you for having me capture Myles.

Elizabeth

Birth Story - Giveaway

This birth story like all of the ones I have done was amazing. I am passionate about capturing the story of the hours that lead up to one of the single most life changing events in a Mom and Dad's lives. I love the tenderness, the excitement, the emotions and the sense of accomplishment as each contraction passes. There is an energy in the room that is just different then anywhere else. Wether being in the hospital or at home, those things stay the same. A miracle is happening. New life. It's a privilege to capture. I think it is so important to have these pictures to recall the moments that become blurry with pain and time. My hope is that the pictures remind you of something amazing that you did, when you brought someone amazing into the world.

I stay on call leading up to a labour (like a doctor or something). And I get up at whatever time is required! I really mean that. I'm in the room as little or as much as you want. There is still lots of time to have personal moments as needed and for me to just capture a progression.

That all being said. I am doing a 

GIVEAWAY!!!! 

View this birth story and see the details below!!

*Note this giveaway is closed. The winner is SKYE CURTIS.

So many of you spread the word and it is the Christmas season so I'm feeling the spirit of giving. I want to give some smaller prizes to the runner ups! I am giving you $100 discount on a Birth Story.

Paper Girl, Rebecca Bultsma, and Dorienne. I believe a couple of you entered on behalf of some pregnant ladies, so I'm excited to see who you pick!!

The GIVEAWAY

is a full birth story, Valued at $600  

One lucky person will win! 

This includes a pre-birth consult on your plans and expectations, The capturing of your birth story, editing, online gallery, and disc!! The whole deal!!

To enter you need to be pregnant or know someone that is pregnant that you are planning to enter in behalf of.

In addition anyone else that books a birth story before JAN 1 2013 will receive a $50 discount.

How to Enter

Entry #1 - Leave a comment as your 1st entry in the comment section below and include the due date of the expected mother. {Be sure to leave a valid email address in case you are the winner}

Entry #2 {Bonus} - Visit Lizzy Anne Photography on Facebook and "like" my fan page, leave some comment love that you saw the giveaway, then come back and tell us you did by leaving your 2nd entry in the comment section below.

Entry #3 {Bonus} - Share a link to this blog post on your Facebook Fan Page or Profile Page. Be sure to Tag 'Lizzy Anne photography' in the post by using the @ symbol before typing it { you will know it worked if it turns blue} and then come back and tell us you did by leaving a link and your 3rd entry in the comment section below.

Entry #4 {Bonus} - Pin It! Pin this Giveaway on Pinterest and include "I love Lizzy Anne Photography" in the description.

* You must enter by Dec 18th at midnight. The winner will be announced Dec 22nd just in time for the New Year.

To see other Birth Stories check out the 'birth stories' tab in my side bar or go HERE, HERE, HERE to see some of my favourites.

*Due to the unpredictability of labour and delivery, you do need to be within southern Alberta for the giveaway. If you are booking a labour delivery you can contact me and we can sort out the details of wether it is possible logistically.