Cuddly Mr. C – Coquitlam Newborn Photography

I had  the pleasure of having N and W back in the studio with their brand new little boy.  Mr. C was such a charmer, staying awake for quite a bit of the session, but just relaxing and being happy.  I always count my blessings when I get to shoot new babies in my studio, as I get my cuddles and coos.  It’s been 5 years since my youngest was a baby, so I’m always glad to snuggle with the little ones for the short time I see them.

Enjoy Mr. C’s sneak peek:

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Throwback Thursday – Coquitlam Newborn Photographer

It just came to me that I have only been photographing newborns for 3 1/2 years.  It’s such a part of my life and work now that, to me, it feels like I’ve been doing it forever. My spare room is stuffed full of baskets, blankets, hats, fabrics, and when I walk through stores I look at things and wonder, “Can I put a baby into that?”

Here is a look-back at one of my very first newborn shoots, and then a comparison to one from a few weeks ago.  I think I’ve come a long way!

Newborn then and now


Another year, another dream come true. Cariboo Chilcotin Guide

It has always been a dream of mine to have pictures published in magazines.  Last year I submitted 6 images to the Cariboo Chilcotin Tourism Guide and had 3 images published in their guide.  On Thursday a magazine showed up in my mailbox, and I was so surprised to see one of my images as the main double spread for the Chilcotin Region.  What makes it even more special is the fact that it’s a picture of my husband kayaking at Eagle Lake, the lake my in-laws call home.  This guide is distributed throughout British Columbia to tourism centres, as well as libraries, shops and restaurants.  As well, it’s got an online issue that you can see here.  My images can be seen on page 27 and 98.  If you haven’t had the chance to check out this amazing, rugged part of British Columbia, I urge you to do so.  It is wild, beautiful, and amazingly peaceful.

Cariboo Chilcotin GuideI’ll end this post with an excerpt from Fraser’s and my book, Capturing the Chilcotin… a haiku that Fraser wrote about the Tatlayoko Valley:

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A New Life – Vancouver Maternity Session

N & W are super excited to be expecting their first little baby, and I was super excited to have them join me in my studio to capture this wonderful time.  They were so fun, and I can’t wait to meet their little one when I do the newborn session.  Enjoy your sneak peek! maternity Nina


Winter’s Day in Port Coquitlam

 

Even though my business is taking portraits of people, I still love getting out into nature to capture her beauty.  A friend and I went exploring along the Pitt River, hoping for sun, but instead getting fog.  What a fabulous time to shoot, with the soft fog creating a watercolour background and the still waters reflecting. Pilingsbw  There were so many interesting shapes and tones that caught my eye, from the wooden pilings in the water, to an old tree, half submerged, to the reflected lines of an aluminum boat in the nearby marina. boatIn the afternoon, back in Coquitlam, my front yard had undergone a drastic change.  In the morning, the yard was covered in wet, white snow, but on return from our walk the snow had melted and the crocuses were back in full bloom.  I love colour, and the complimentary purple petals against green grass was begging for some shots.  Crocus 1Crocus 3 It seems I went from winter to spring within a matter of hours.  Both landscapes I find beautiful… such is the nature of Nature. Enjoy!


Simply adorable – Coquitlam Newborn Session

When Carla contacted me to do her newborn photos, I was excited. Then she told me she had two other children and I was over the moon! I love incorporating siblings into newborn shoots, and capturing the new addition with the whole family.  Her two older children were dreams… played in the playroom or my sons rooms with barely a peep while little Miss G slept peacefully on in my studio.

Here are some of my favourites from the session…

BabyG                                                                           love those newborn smiles

 

 

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brothersisters                                                                                    aren’t they just adorable?

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kim culbert photography goes bloggy!

I am so excited to be venturing out into the world of blogging.  I have always admired people who keep a blog, and can commit to making it an exciting place for others to visit.  This blog will be where I showcase my sessions with my fabulous families,  share insights and tips on how to take better family photos, and let you peek into my life with my husband and crazy two boys.

I’ll end with a picture of said boys… I am so thankful for these moments where all is giggles and hugs! My two boys