Aug 25, 2013 | Uncategorized
Back in July I had the chance to meet a beautiful little baby boy named Thomas. At 5 weeks old, he was still so small and cuddly, and absolutely adorable! I went over to his house to take the photos and it was such a delight seeing his parents beaming with such joy – they are head over heels in love with him and it’s easy to see why! We took some photos inside the house, but we also went out in the yard for a few shots, and he was completely mesmorized by the bright sky and the tree leaves moving in the wind! What an absolute cutie, and together with his parents they make such an adorable little family.
Félicitations Nathalie et Scott, Thomas est un vrai trésor!
Aug 20, 2013 | Uncategorized
For the past 3 years I’ve had the pleasure of photographing Candace and Craig’s growing family and it’s been such a treat seeing their little boys grow up! This year, they chose a few spots around Wolseley as their backdrop and we had a ton of fun getting formal and informal shots of the whole crew. It was particularly hot an humid, but the boys did amazingly well (as always!). They love running around and having fun for the candid shots, but they also listen so well for the posed shots – so great!
Candace has also been following the progression of my growing family too, doing our family portraits over the past 3 years as well. It’s awesome having such a talented photography friend like her! Soon you’ll be seeing my photos online soon… I can’t wait to see what she pulled off with us at our shoot!
For now, here are some highlights from their photo shoot… enjoy!
Aug 19, 2013 | Uncategorized
I had the great pleasure of taking Lisa & Matt’s wedding photos back in July on a picture-perfect summer day in Winnipeg. These two guys were absolutely gorgeous together – Lisa radiated elegance and beauty, and her spiffy groom Matt was a perfect match for her! I spent the day with them and their wedding party, having fun with photos at the Legislative Building, the Hamilton Building and at the Winnipeg Art Gallery. Everyone was having a blast together and it was awesome to see their friends and family coming together with them to celebrate their love.
We started with a first look, followed by family photos and wedding party photos, and we finished the afternoon with a beautiful rooftop wedding ceremony at the WAG. Every little detail had come together so beautifully, and when the time came for Lisa and Matt to exchange vows, everyone’s eyes were glued on them. They are absolutely adorable to see together (couple portraits were my favourite!), but seeing them exchange their vows certainly didn’t leave very many people with dry eyes. Their love is deep, genuine and heart-felt – it’s hard not to get wrapped up in their story and celebrate alongside with them on their big day. They’re the perfect duo and I couldn’t be happier for them. Congratulations Lisa & Matt!!
Aug 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
Earlier in July I hopped in the car and headed a few kilometres out of Winnipeg to the Gross family home for a multi-family photo session. When I arrived I was greeted by a super warm and welcoming family in a huge house with an abundance of kids, activity and lots of love! Everyone had come together for a summer family gathering and it was the perfect occasion to get some photos of the whole crew (minus one person missing – but 26 out of 27 ain’t bad!). It’s always so special being able to get such a big family all in for photos, especially all the cute grandkids with their grandparents. It was a beautiful session and it was awesome to see them enjoying their time together so much. Here’s a snippet of the photos we took on that day!
Aug 1, 2013 | Uncategorized
Early July was packed with weddings and I’m so glad that I was able to fit Roslyn & Brett’s wedding into my schedule on short notice! Their wedding day turned out absolutely perfectly – no rain, which meant the ceremony at Fort Gibraltar was a go outside in an absolutely stunning setting. The guests arrived and the intimate ceremony played out beautifully on the East side of the Fort walls. The lunch reception followed immediately after and everyone enjoyed the delicious meal (and the hilarious speeches!). We then took some fun family photos just outside la maison du Bourgeois followed by “just married” photos of Roslyn and Brett in and around Fort Gibraltar. We continued the wedding portraits at the impressive Dalnavert Museum downtown and then we finished on the patio of Stella’s Café. Absolutely delightful! I loved every moment of it!
Not only were the locations fantastic, but Roslyn and Brett are such lovely people to spend time with and even more to photograph! It was such a pleasure being able to see them get married and to celebrate with their closest friends and family. There was a warmth and ease to the whole day, and the love that was felt was not just between the two of them – it was all around everyone at the wedding and it’s evident to see they have an amazing community surrounding them.
Roslyn and Brett – you are an impeccable match and I’m honoured to have been able to capture your wedding day! I hope you will cherish these photos for many years to come… congratulations!
Jul 19, 2013 | Uncategorized
Ashley and Matt got married at Fort Whyte – a beautiful marsh on the outskirts of Winnipeg – surrounded by close friends and family. It was a gorgeous setting, a beautiful hot summer day and I saw nothing but smiles and good moods all day long from everyone! We started the photos at Freshair Boutique where the girls were already having too much fun… meanwhile my second photographer Duncan was over at the guys’ house taking photos of the guys getting ready but also playing a game of giant jenga (why not?). We then met up at the gorgeous River Gate Inn on the Assiniboine River where we took more photos of the girls getting ready, followed by a first look with Ashley and Matt. The day continued on with more photos in the Exchange District and then off to Fort Whyte for family photos and their beautiful wedding ceremony by the water. The setting couldn’t be better (except for the aggressive mosquitoes!!) and everything came together so perfectly for their wedding day!
The highlight was seeing their adorable little daughter being a part of the wedding ceremony – there were a few planned parts, but lots of impromptu parts – such as her being held by her grandfather (also the officiator) as she held the microphone for her parents who were exchanging personal vows with each other. A-DO-RA-BLE! Melted my heart.
These guys and their wedding party definitely know how to have fun, enjoy every moment and appreciate the good things in life. It was a huge honour being able to photograph their wedding day after having done so many other great shoots for them in the past. Ashley and Matt are made for each other – and no, I’m not just being cliché – it really is true. I can’t imagine one without the other, and seeing their daughter Isla with them just completes the package to a tee. I couldn’t be happier for them and I certainly look forward to many more photo shoots with them in the future. Congratulations you two!!
PS: doesn’t Matt remind you of Tom Cruise?? Look-alike, I think!
Jul 16, 2013 | Uncategorized
I already wrote about this photo session for the sneak peek blog post here, so today, as I post the rest of the photos from this beautiful engagement session, I don’t have much more to add other than this: Manitoba has some spectacular outdoor locations and when you get the perfect mix of summer sun, fresh love and a super-cute couple who are head over heels for each other, there’s not much more that a photographer can ask for!
Erin and Patrick have found each other, and it takes only one look at them to see how crazy in love they are. I’m over the moon happy for them and consider it a huge honour to be able to photograph their journey to marriage. We started with a “Save the Date” photo shoot in April, made wedding invitations out of those photos, and now these engagement photos will be a part of their guestbook album which I’ll be designing for them later this month. So much love I can hardly handle it!! I love these two!!!
Jul 14, 2013 | Uncategorized
Jenelle and Joel aren’t just a super adorable couple, they’re also real troopers and super adventurous! That’s a great combo for me, especially since they were totally up for shooting their engagement photos in the rain. Usually engagement sessions are postponed if rain is forecasted, but these guys insisted the shoot go on no matter what! The rain did hold off for the first half of their session, but by the end, we got rained on and it was absolutely beautiful. Not only that, but the mosquitoes were out in full force and Jenelle and Joel kept smiling and laughing through it all!
We started the session in downtown Winnipeg then finished off at a lovely park in the heart of St. Boniface. The photos turned out gorgeous and I’m lucky to have them as clients. Their wedding is coming up soon and I can’t wait to see what’s in store for their big day! All I know is that it’s going to be gorgeous, fun and super romantic. These two were made for each other. 🙂
Jul 9, 2013 | Uncategorized
June came and so did the warm Winnipeg weather and the big dynamic summer skies – perfectly in time for Andrea & Rheal’s gorgeous wedding! Last time we did photos together was half a year ago in the cold (yet beautiful) snow, and now the time had finally come to tie the knot. I was so excited for them, but I think Rheal’s excitement topped everyone’s by a long shot! When he first arrived in preparation for the first look photos, he could not stop smiling and bouncing around – happiest groom in the world! And I don’t blame him – Andrea showed up and she was even more radiant than ever – an absolute stunner. Loved it!
The rest of the day was filled with lots of fun photos, gorgeous locations and a beautiful ceremony out in Springtein, Manitoba. Right after the ceremony, we had the chance to take some “just married” portraits along some train tracks with a dramatic blue prairie sky in the background. It was a perfect backdrop for the new joy they were basking in.
The evening reception was at Andrea’s parents’ farm yard. So much hard work and hand-made items had been put into it and it certainly paid off. Congratulations Andrea & Rheal! It was an absolute pleasure being a part of your beautiful wedding day! The love you share runs deep and is an inspiration to see. Thank you for sharing a piece of your story with me. 🙂
Jul 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
In May I met up with this super cute couple to make photography plans for their wedding, in June we did this adorable engagement session together and in just a few short days these two lovebirds are going to get married! I’m thrilled to be a part of it all and I can’t wait to photograph the wedding. The engagement shoot was not only a ton of fun but also SUPER gorgeous, so I can’t even imagine how much better the actual wedding day will be! Congratulations Roslyn & Brett – I’ll be seeing you two very soon!
Jul 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
Introducing little newborn Jude! This little cutie pie came into the world about a month ago and has been a ray of sunshine wherever he goes! His proud parents are absolutely beaming and it was such a treat taking photos of him at home. We got some cute posed photos along with some more casual family photos around their house. He did amazingly well – slept through most of the session, but also woke up for a few feedings. After a good bottle, his eyes would open and he’d quietly observe the new world around him. He particularly loved staring at his parents’ faces with such alertness and interest. It was so beautiful to see them connecting with Jude at such an early age! Congratulations you guys, he is a dream. 🙂
Jun 30, 2013 | Uncategorized
Last night I drove out to Lake Winnipeg (more specifically, Albert Beach) to photograph my brother’s engagement photos. The ride up was overcast and the sky looked boring, but I knew there was a good chance things would change closer to sunset. The beach sits at the south point of the lake, which gives way to an endless horizon of water and a huge sky. The water was a little choppy, the clouds were breaking, and the golden sun was illuminating everything just so perfectly! We lost track of time and took photos for almost 3 hours… Albert Beach is my favourite place in the world so having the chance to do a photo session there was absolutely wonderful! Here’s a sneak peek from the engagement session. More coming soon…
Jun 27, 2013 | Uncategorized
Ever wanted ideas on what to do with your photos after a baby or family photo session? I’ve recently fallen in love with these cute little photo album books so I made a sample one that I absolutely adore! The one pictured below is 5″x7″, includes 20 lay-flat pages, showcases about 30 photos and is covered in a beautiful grey linen fabric. Also available are photo-wrap covers, additional pages and larger album sizes. The fun thing is that you have a say in which photos are included in the album since I custom design every layout and include design feedback from my clients to make the whole book a personalized experience.
The books start at $285 and can be used for any session, even if you had your photos done with me months or years ago! For more questions or more photo printing inspiration, contact me at photo @ egabrielle.com.
The photos included in this album are from this super cute baby session earlier this winter.
Jun 22, 2013 | Uncategorized
These two lovebirds have been married for almost a decade and now their lives are just about to change drastically with the arrival of their first child! Even though I only met these two for the first time a couple weeks ago, I have a hunch that they are just as in love now as they were the day they met… if not more! It was pure delight spending an evening with them, watching their excitement about this new baby as well as seeing them so comfortable and happy together. This little baby is about to get some pretty awesome parents!
We started the maternity photo session at their house where we took some casual and relaxed photos using beautiful window light. We then headed out to Assiniboine Park to catch the golden sun as it was setting lower into the sky. It was a glorious evening and I’m so glad I had the chance to meet them both and to photograph these very exciting and beautiful moments in their life.
Congratulations you two – I wish you all the best as you embark on the wonderful journey of becoming parents!
Jun 19, 2013 | Uncategorized
Although I get to photograph some pretty fantastic people throughout the year and get to meet so many lovely families, nothing can beat the joy I get when I take out my camera for my own kid. I’m biased, so I think she’s the cutest kid in the world, and what makes it better is that she actually LOVES the camera! (at least for now…) So while she’s still into it, once in a while I get the chance to take her to the park to get a few photos. Chad came with us, of course, and was a huge help with keeping her happy and excited about the shoot – although it doesn’t take much for her. All she needed were some wide open spaces to run around in and a few branches and rocks to pick up along the way! Definitely my most favourite kid in the whole world! 🙂 Je t’aime beaucoup Élise!!!
Jun 14, 2013 | Uncategorized
Donna contacted me a few weeks ago and asked if we could schedule a family portrait session for them. The occasion? She was graduating from med school and moving away from Winnipeg for her residency. Huge accomplishment and big life changes! I agreed that it definitely called for a family photo session and I was more than happy to provide that for them. We met up at King’s Park and spent a lovely evening walking around, chatting and taking photos throughout the huge park. It was an absolute pleasure spending time with them – they’re a super fun & close family with lots of laughter and love. I especially saw how much Donna admires her kids – I know there is lots of love that abounds and it was nice to see the whole family together for a long over-due photo session. I wish them all the best as they continue on in separate ways and onto new and exciting ventures!
Jun 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
My friend Dean contacted me a few weeks ago in regards to a special photo shoot request for his dad, Butch. Turns out, Butch was being inducted in the Manitoba Agricultural Hall of Fame and needed a couple headshots. I’ve been taking Dean’s actor headshots for several years now so I was more than happy to also be Butch’s photographer for this honourable occasion! Dean’s mom also came along for the photo session and we also took the opportunity to do a few family photos for them. We even managed to squeeze in a few extra frames to update Dean’s actor headshots too. Quick session, lots of great shots and always a pleasure working with these guys! And a big congratulations to Wilfred “Butch” Harder!
Jun 12, 2013 | Uncategorized
So… I’m pretty excited about this: my little baby brother is getting married this Fall! He’s all grown up now and boy does time fly! I’m super happy for him, especially because he found the most perfect lady for him and they are over-the-moon in love with each other. It’s just about the best thing ever, and I couldn’t be more excited for them! Before they could even ask me, I had already decided to be their wedding photographer, and I think they were just as thrilled as I was to embark on this photography journey together.
Needless to say, I’m super excited to be able to photograph their wedding… the photographer really does have the best “seat in the house” at a wedding! I can’t think of a better way to experience their wedding.
And so the photo journey, as you can see, has already begun. We did a save the date photo shoot and more recently, I custom-designed wedding invitations for them using these photos. Next on the agenda is their engagement session, then the designing of their guestbook, and then of course their wedding day photography. The only thing better than doing my job is doing my job for a sibling! And so far, it’s been a blast!
Through our recent photo adventures and wedding invitation designing, I’ve gotten the chance to spend lots of quality time with them, especially with Erin, my soon-to-be sister-in-law who’s just about the best sister-in-law you could have. (she’s also proving to be an excellent “ma tante” to Élise!)
Here are their photos from their save the date photo session we shot in April. It was a cold, cold evening but these guys were real troopers. We started off at Thom Bargen on Sherbrook for some cozy café photos followed by multiple Winnipeg urban locations for some fun & romantic photos. Hope you enjoy! Coming next will be photos of their wedding invites and summer engagement photos at the lake… can’t wait. 🙂
Jun 7, 2013 | Uncategorized
At the very end of March, I had the great pleasure of photographing my first wedding of 2013 for the lovely Jane and Ivan. I fell in love with these guys – they were so much fun to be with but also super friendly and genuine people with huge hearts. Their generosity and care for their friends and family was obvious throughout their day and I was so honoured to be a part of it all. They met while studying theatre at the U of M some years ago so they decided to incorporate their passion for the arts and theatre into their wedding. They pulled it off so well! They booked the Cercle Molière building at the Centre Culturel Franco-Manitobain and had a lovely evening cocktail after a beautiful ceremony inside one of the smaller theatre rooms. Complete with theatre lighting, great decor by the amazing Deb Karpyza and some great readings & performances during the ceremony and speeches, this wedding was decked out and perfectly reflected Jane & Ivan. Congratulations you two, you’re a solid couple with love that is inspiring to all!
Jun 6, 2013 | Uncategorized
Winnipeg is home to a slew of talented musicians, but sometimes we overlook the kids music scene, especially if we don’t have kids… but it’s really hard to overlook these guys! Seanster and the Monsters is a zany kids band that entertains both young and old alike and plays some pretty catchy tunes. I’m proud of what they’ve accomplished and honoured to have photographed Sean Hogan’s musical journey in the last few years. He originally had started Alphabet Soup and now Seanster and the Monsters is his newest project. You don’t want to miss these guys, so make sure you check them out at the Winnipeg Folk Fest next month. You should come with or without kids, you’ll love them regardless! Here are some recent photos we took at the Millennium Library. Always a good time with these guys!
Jun 4, 2013 | Uncategorized
Welcome to the world Quinn! At just 8 days young, I went over to Sarah & Nick’s home to photograph their second child, the adorable little Quinn. He was as sweet as can be, and we had a quiet, relaxing morning taking photos of him in the comfort of their own home. We had a short appearance by his older brother Roger and we were lucky to get a few quick shots of them together! Roger did really well for the few photos we got with him, and then he headed out to the swimming pool with his dad while we continued the newborn photos. Congratulations Sarah and Nick – Quinn is the perfect little addition to your beautiful family!
Jun 1, 2013 | Uncategorized
Meet Cherrel: an aspiring actress with a gorgeous smile, an incredibly fun personality and a heart of gold. I met up with her at the Winnipeg Millennium Library back in March to take some photos for her professional portfolio. Not only was she a lot of fun to hang out with, she photographed super well and made this session an absolute delight! Thanks Cherrel for the lovely session – I wish you nothing but the best as you pursue your passions!
Jun 1, 2013 | Uncategorized
Earlier this Spring I put on a portrait workshop for some local photographers looking to learn a little bit more about taking photos of people indoors. The workshop was held at Level 3 Studios and I had the help of the lovely Sheldean and Marc who posed for us! It was a great learning experience from the feedback I got, so I’m planning on running another portrait workshop and also a Lightroom workshop sometime again. If you’re interested in signing up, e-mail me for more info (photo at egabrielle.com). Here are highlights from the photos I took while I led the workshop – aren’t these two just the cutest couple ever?? 🙂
May 28, 2013 | Uncategorized
Beautiful baby bumps are only with us a for a short period of time so it makes it so worth while to get some photos of it before it’s long gone in the past. Sarah had a beautiful baby boy named Quinn this past March, and a few weeks before her due date, we took some maternity photos of her with her lovely little family. We kept it soft and simple and used natural window light. Sarah was gorgeous and glowing – though the photos don’t reveal how she actually felt: tired and SO ready to have this baby out! The last few weeks of pregnancy are usually difficult, but capturing the beauty of it all in these last few days is so precious. So glad I had the opportunity to do this shoot with her… Congratulations Sarah – you are beautiful inside and out and I’m so happy to have captured this wonderful moment in your family’s life!
May 25, 2013 | Uncategorized
This sweet little girl made a trip all the way to Winnipeg from Saskatchewan to meet some family so we took advantage of the mid-February visit to capture some lovely family portraits! We started with a few casual portraits followed by a visit at the Forks for a few more fun family photos. Alice is the cutest little girl ever with a huge smile and eyes that brighten up any room. Her parents are absolutely in love with her and I was excited to finally meet their adorable little girl! Félicitations Jacqueline et Martin, Alice est absolument adorable! Quel plaisir de finalement la rencontrer! 🙂
May 24, 2013 | Uncategorized
Earlier this winter I had the chance to take photos of the Hidlebaugh family once again – this time, complete with extra cousins and grandparents. We decided to keep the shoot low-key and quick, so for that we opted for their home as the location. I always love doing family photos at home – the environment is familiar, comfortable and reflects the family in a natural way. I also can’t get over how cute these little munchkins are! So many adorable faces and cute little smiles. We had a blast, and it was especially heart-warming seeing how much the grandparents beamed when they were around their grandkids. Lots of love, lots of smiles, and a happy photographer it made me!
May 24, 2013 | Uncategorized
A few weeks ago this beautiful red album arrived at my doorstep full of Indira & Warren’s wedding photos! Receiving such gorgeous leather wedding albums never gets old… I always get just as excited and giddy about giving it to my clients. This one measures 10″ x 14″ and features a luscious red leather cover perfectly matching Indira & Warren’s wedding colours. This album is heavy and robust yet beautiful and elegant – it’ll stand the test of time and showcase their beautiful wedding for generations to come. Love it!
May 17, 2013 | Uncategorized
Ealier this winter, Donovan of Symbicore contacted me in regards to doing the photography for a website and marketing project he was heading up for Winnipeg realtor Benny Ryan Woligroski. Within a few days, we came up with a good plan for the photo shoot – starting off with some casual headshot photos at a local café (Make), followed by some interior shots at a show home in Winnipeg. The shoot turned out great, and it was a pleasure working with both Donovan and Benny. The photos are now online on Benny’s website – you should check them out, along with Donovan’s great design work too!
May 1, 2013 | Uncategorized
On April 20th a bunch of super talented Winnipeg wedding vendors came together to collaborate on a beautiful Fall-themed wedding styled shoot and today I’m excited to finally share the photos with everyone!
This styled shoot has been in the works since I first discovered the talents of a Winnipeg wedding decorator by the name of Kara Wiebe. She is the creative genius behind HEM design, who specializes in vintage wedding design and decor. Kara has been decorating children’s bedrooms and baby nurseries since 2011, and she’s recently expanded into wedding decor. She’s passionate about adding vintage appeal and rustic charm to weddings, and as soon as I saw her design work, I just KNEW I wanted to collaborate with her on a photo shoot!
We knew we wanted to add even more Winnipeg talent to the team so we started asking local wedding vendors if they wanted to come on board. We got overwhelmingly positive responses, and in no time we had built a great team of like-minded individuals to contribute to the shoot. A big THANK YOU goes out to everyone who jumped on board with us and shared our vision. The shoot was made perfectly complete by everyone involved and we are honoured to showcase their creative talents. Here’s everyone who joined our team:
Oak & Lily – florals
High Tea Bakery – desserts & cakes
Poppie Clothing – bride’s dresses
Whitney Dheilly of Style 11:11 – hair stylist for bride
Hunter & Gunn Barber Shop – hair cut & style for groom
Brie Tait – make-up artist
Craft Girl Designs – handmade jewelry (earrings for bride)
Barletta Beeswax – Handcrafted 100% Pure Beeswax Candles
maryandmaude – guestbook table illustration
Exchange Community Church – venue
Gabrielle Touchette Photography – photographer
HEM design – wedding stylist and vintage rentals
Make sure to visit all the vendors’ websites and like their Facebook pages. I’d highly recommend each one since they were all an absolute pleasure to work with (not only because of their talents, but also because of their lovely and fun personalities!). These are people you’d want to share your wedding day with!
Another thank you goes out to our models Erin and Mike who also happen to be engaged in real life! They were a delight to work with and we’re happy they let us doll them up for all these photos. Thanks guys!
Here’s the gallery of photos. Enjoy!
Apr 27, 2013 | Uncategorized
Last weekend my friend Kara and I put together a wedding styled photo shoot with the help of several super-talented Winnipeg vendors. One of the participants was Hunter & Gunn who contributed to our photo shoot by cutting & styling our model’s hair. I stopped by the shop earlier that morning for a few quick snapshots. I love the place – tons of character and personality, plus super friendly staff and some pretty talented barbers. Thank you to Mason who worked wonders with Mike’s hair! For a quick sneak peek at this styled photo shoot, check out a few photos on my facebook page here. And if you’re ever in Winnipeg’s charming West Broadway neighbourhood, stop by at Hunter & Gunn for a trim or even a hot shave!
For the complete gallery of photos from our photo shoot, check back at my facebook page & blog soon. It’ll all be posted shortly and you won’t want to miss what our team put together!
