Malta is Calling :)

Well I just wanted to let everyone know that my husband and I will be going to Malta on Monday and won't be back for a couple of weeks. But don't worry, when I get back I should have some great shots and a lot of exciting things going on. To those who have been waiting for the results of the contest, the winners have been selected, but I am going to make you wait a bit longer. I am going to post the image that they submitted along with their shoot images once we get them done, but that won't be until mid-May...so hold tight until then!

Wishing everyone a great few weeks :) We'll be back in no time (Vacation always goes too quickly!!)

All the best,

Heather

Shayla

I met Shayla a few months ago at a "purpose driven lunch". She is an artist as well and she is coming out with a new CD shortly so we got some new images for her. She wanted some images to reflect the joy that is shared in her new music, and I think we were able to do that! Best of luck Shayla!

Anna

This is my cousin Anna, I often call her my twin cousin Anna. We look nothing alike but we are very similar, beyond having similar interests and hobbies we always show up with our new cell phones that are the SAME style and same colour (Seriously...last 3 phones!)! She is working on recording some of her music and needed some images so we got together yesterday afternoon to work on a press kit for her. We got some great images, and here are a few of my faves!

The Votes are In!

Well the contest has closed and I am almost ready to announce our winners. I just want to touch base with them all first to make sure that they understand the conditions of the shoot :) so the results will be posted in a few short days!

All the best,

Heather

Precious Baby Cameron

Here are a few pictures from a shoot on the weekend. This little guy is a favorite of mine, he had the best case of "bed head" I have ever seen!

Here they are!

Sorry everyone that these are a day late! I went away for a relaxing weekend and thought I would be able to post from my blackberry but had no reception (can you imagine that) I did get a book and a half read, something I love to do and never usually make time for) SO here are my favorite 9 quotes/stories etc. (one was submitted twice so if it gets the most votes BOTH people win...I wont tell you which one it was though)

Thank you all for submitting your quotes and stories. I hope you all know how beautiful and precious you are. I know as women its something we struggle with so please read the quotes and poems below and be encouraged, feel beautiful and cast your vote ;). I'm sorry if I didn't pick your quote but I picked the ones that most spoke to me, and thats all I could do. After the contest is over I will post the rest to let everyone be encouraged again...but for now...here they are...

ENTRY 1

Every night, someone thinks about you before they go to sleep. At least 15 people in this world love you in some way. The only reason someone would ever hate you is because they want to be just like you.
There are at least 2 people in this world that would die for you. You mean the world to someone. Someone that you don't even know exists, loves you. When you make the biggest mistake ever, something good comes from it. When you think the world has turned its back on you, take a look again. Always remember the compliments you received. Forget the rude remarks.


" You are God's Beauty:
beauty human, Beauty divine, Beauty supreme.
This lofty truth shall forever remain unchallenged. "

- Sri Chinmoy

Entry 2

'I think the quality of sexiness comes from within. It is something that is
in you and it really doesn't have much to do with breasts or thighs or the
pout of your lips....Sex appeal is fifty percent what you've got and fifty
percent what people think you've got.'

Entry 3

The Beauty Of A Woman

The beauty of a woman Is not in the clothes she wears,
The figure that she carries, Or the way she combs her hair.

The beauty of a woman must be seen from in her eyes,
Because that is the doorway to her heart,
the place where love resides.

The beauty of a woman is not in a facial mole,
But true beauty in a woman Is reflected in her soul.

It is the caring that she lovingly gives,
The passion that she shows,
And the beauty of a woman
With passing years
only grows.

Entry 4

Phenomenal Women

Pretty women wonder where my secret lies.
I'm not cute or built to suit a fashion model's size
But when I start to tell them,
They think I'm telling lies.
I say,
It's in the reach of my arms
The span of my hips,
The stride of my step,
The curl of my lips.
I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

I walk into a room
Just as cool as you please,
And to a man,
The fellows stand or
Fall down on their knees.
Then they swarm around me,
A hive of honey bees.
I say,
It's the fire in my eyes,
And the flash of my teeth,
The swing in my waist,
And the joy in my feet.
I'm a woman
Phenomenally.
Phenomenal woman,
That's me.

Excerpt from Maya Angelou's poem "Phenomenal Woman"

Entry 5

" No matter what a woman looks like, if shes confident, shes sexy!"

- Paris Hilton.


Entry 6
Beauty is not easy to define. I think there are many kinds of beauty, and it's truly in the eye of the beholder. When I was a teen I was envious of beautiful girls especially the ones my boyfriend thought were beautiful, but as I grew I realized because that girl is beautiful doesnt mean I'm not. If that girl with black hair is stunning it doesnt mean that you with blonde hair cant be gorgeous. So girls be confident in youselves and embrace who you are. You are beautiful to somebody so let your confidence shine through!

Entry 7

Confessions of a Beautiful Woman of God

I am a beautiful Woman of God. I am a capable, intelligent and virtuous

Woman. I am far more precious than jewels

and my value is far above rubies and pearls. Strength and dignity are my

clothing and my position is strong and

secure. I open my mouth with skilful

and Godly wisdom. The bread of

idleness, gossip, and discontent and self-pity

I will not eat.

The beauty of the world is vain, but my

Beauty come from reverently fearing

the Lord. Each day I will focus on the

present knowing that Gods grace is

sufficient for every task. I surrender all

disappointments, fears and

misunderstandings to the Lord,

forgetting those things which are behind

and laying aside every sin and weight

that easily entangles me. I press on to

the high prize of being a woman of God.

I am strong in You, Lord, and in the

Power of Your might. God, You are my

Father and I am Your precious

daughter. Jesus, you are my bridegroom

and I am Your beautiful Bride. I

am created in Your image; a picture of

Your love.

I am a Beautiful Woman of God.

Entry 8

Beautiful Woman
by Fion Lim

Beautiful woman,
come out and play,
reveal your inner treasures.

The sparkle in your eyes,
the natural swing in your walk,
you radiate excitement and enthusiasm.

You need no latest fashion,
No expensive hair cuts,
No blinding big accessories.

You glow in your passions,
passionate in your pursuits,
you know what you are made of.

You are not easily bothered,
by the mindless opinions of others,
you know very well where you want to go.

you are a joy to watch,
an inspiration to others,
your pure soul an endless marvel.

Beautiful woman,
let your brilliance shine through,
your eyes speak of true inner beauty.

Entry 9

“Be who you are and say what you feel because those who mind don't matter and those who matter don't mind.”

Dr.Seuss

Amazing Eyes

I did some photos of Paul yesterday in my new studio (which is still not 100% complete but worked for this purpose) Anyway the catch light in his eyes was amazing. I tweaked them a little bit but they were amazing to start with! Looks like a lot of joy in there ;) )

Have a great week everyone :)