“All that is Gold does not glitter, not all who wander are lost; The old that is strong does not wither, deep roots are not reached by the frost. From ashes a fire shall be woken, a light from the shadows shall spring; renewed shall be blade that was broken: the crownless again shall be king” – J.R.R.Tolkien
When the warmth of her golden glow sets fire to the winter snow, she comes alive with the power in her eyes.
I had an amazing time collaborating with Jennifer Marie last week, and in the midst of rain and snow she nailed an exceptional portrait session!
I have been watching the “Once Upon a Time” TV series, and this golden goddess felt like a page out of the old leather book full of folklore.
Jen Marie, Model, Chilliwack Portrait Photography, Fraser Valley Photography, Golden Portrait, slphoto, Stephanie Lauren Photography, January, 2016.Jen Marie, Model, Chilliwack Portrait Photography, Fraser Valley Photography, Golden Portrait, slphoto, Stephanie Lauren Photography, January, 2016.Jen Marie, Model, Chilliwack Portrait Photography, Fraser Valley Photography, Golden Portrait, slphoto, Stephanie Lauren Photography, January, 2016.Jen Marie, Model, Chilliwack Portrait Photography, Fraser Valley Photography, Golden Portrait, slphoto, Stephanie Lauren Photography, January, 2016.Jen Marie, Model, Chilliwack Portrait Photography, Fraser Valley Photography, Golden Portrait, slphoto, Stephanie Lauren Photography, January, 2016.Jen Marie, Model, Chilliwack Portrait Photography, Fraser Valley Photography, Golden Portrait, slphoto, Stephanie Lauren Photography, January, 2016.Jen Marie, Model, Chilliwack Portrait Photography, Fraser Valley Photography, Golden Portrait, slphoto, Stephanie Lauren Photography, January, 2016.Jen Marie, Model, Chilliwack Portrait Photography, Fraser Valley Photography, Golden Portrait, slphoto, Stephanie Lauren Photography, January, 2016.Jen Marie, Model, Chilliwack Portrait Photography, Fraser Valley Photography, Golden Portrait, slphoto, Stephanie Lauren Photography, January, 2016.
I had such a great time photographing Henry and Joka’s engagement pictures; constant laughter and a perfect afternoon glow blessed the session, and their hearts. I am so honored to photograph this lovely couple’s 2016 spring wedding, their love is a sight to be seen, and I cant wait for May!
I am so incredibly in love with this session with Kirsten, the little Disney princess inside me is gleaming from ear to ear humming “When you wish upon a star” as I pressed the shutter.
Show your little girls images like these, ones that inspire them to believe anything is possible!
Thank you Kirsten for being a spectacular subject to photograph!
Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.
Yes this was the moment, the expression that made the princess within her to come alive! I loved adding a fairy element to the scene.
Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.Kirsten Olson, Fairy Tale, Creative Portraiture, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Sardis, Chilliwack, Fraser Valley, British Columbia, Summer, 2015.
The sun was high in the city of the midnight sun. Yellowknife was a buzz as the weekend was fast approaching the Folk on the Rocks music festival, but the Thursday evening rendered some spectacular light and an equally amazing family.
Mellisa and her troop of boys came to the session in matching blues and matching smiles. I remembered the trail well and we talked and laughed from each spot we stopped to photograph at. I adored this session for the amazing connection between a mother and her sons.
Thank you Mellisa for inviting me to photograph your family photos!
Summer Love Session, Slphoto, Stephanie Lauren Photography, Fraser Valley Photographer, Chilliwack Portrait Photographer, summer 2015.
I wanted to officially announce that my photography business is operating out of Chilliwack again, for past and future clients I wanted to let you know I am here to photograph your biggest and smallest moments again. I know a lot of people are still asking if I am in town, and YES I am!
So to say hello again Fraser Valley I am doubling up my portrait sessions. More time, more photos, and half the price!
If you would like to book please feel free to contact me at 604.378.4678 info@stephanielaurenphotography.com
Have you ever been so in love, and had to say goodbye?
In January of 2014 I was a newly wed making the long move North from the West coast of BC to the frigid NWT. I had visited before during the winter months so I was emotionally prepared for the drop in temperature, what I wasn’t prepared for was the isolation I would feel being so far from my friends and family. With interesting jobs that never panned out I found a silver lining in each situation. I made sincere friendships with my coworkers. From Joel and Samantha (Saturday nights ordering takeout and playing games or watching cult classics or amine) to Paul and Nigit Stil (Our super mellow hangouts and inspired photoshoots) to the most random group of pop culture nerds and karaoke power houses, you know who you are. I was introduced to such an amazing circle of friends!
It wasn’t just the close friendships I made, but the incredible uniqueness of the city of Yellowknife and it’s amazing residents and causal traveler passing through. Each time I ventured from my doors I found new reasons to fall in love with this place.
I felt the comraderee of the arts community I was involved in. I have never come across a group of creative people so eager to pass on knowledge and lend a hand to another photographer as I did in Yellowknife.
Getting involved with Folk on the Rocks last year was the highlight of my summer. Photographing the events, musicians, and festival goers put me in the heat of the essence of what Yellowknife is to all those who find home here, it is family! Everyone is individual and unique, but together we weaved a diverse tapestry of beauty.
Having to move away last fall grieved my heart, I still long to be living in a place that saw me as I see myself, that grieved when I left too, I remember Nigit Stil clinging to me sniffling into my shoulder as she hugged me goodbye, I don’t think I have ever had such an emotional move as I did when we left. I left a piece of my heart North of 60.
Needless to say, I am over the moon about visiting this July from July 13th to 22nd. I am coming home, I can’t wait to see you!
The photography below was taken by me on my last Helicopter ride at GSH, I hope you enjoy the view from above!
