Megan Kelsey Photography: Blog

Park Lake Extended Family Session......................(Vandenberg Family)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 15 Oct 2022 21:15:00 GMT

October has been turning out the be beautiful!! The weather has been gorgeous. This sweet family wanted some updated family pictures as they have added another addition to their family. We headed to Park Lake provincial park for their evening session! Check it out below.

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Dieppe Blvd family session...............(Dyck Family)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 05 Oct 2022 20:45:00 GMT

I love when clients come back year after year! I have watched their 2 littles grow each year. I first started photographing this family when their littlest was a baby!! We did this session on a blvd in Lethbridge that has amazing trees on it! In the spring the trees have beautiful pink and white flowers. We also did this session in October and if you can believe it, I was wearing shorts and a tank due to it being so warm out, which is basically unheard of in October around here!!! Check out their session below.

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Beautiful Countryside Wedding...............(Brent + Kim Wedding)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 12 Sep 2022 20:30:00 GMT

I have known Kim, the bride for about a year. We play on the same soccer team together!! She got ahold of me due to her other photographer falling through. I was happy she reached out and I got to spend her special day with her, their family, friends, and the soccer girls!! They had their wedding at the Windy Rafters Barn Dance, just outside of Fort MacLeod. It was a hot day for September, but it was beautiful as there was minimal wind.

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A beautiful Engagement Session..........(Joel + Karly)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 23 Aug 2022 20:15:00 GMT

It was a beautiful evening in August when it wasn't too hot, but the mosquitos were bad. We started the session off down in the river bottom in Lethbridge and then headed up to the Bowmen Arts Center. I cannot wait to photograph their wedding in May 2023 at The Norland. Check out their session below.

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Castle Mountain Wedding..................(Jared + Chayse Wedding)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 09 Aug 2022 20:00:00 GMT

It was a beautiful day to have a mountain wedding at Castle Moutain Ski Resort. This was my first wedding there and I would love to do more weddings at this magical location, so if you are a bride, I'm available. It was a warm day, but not too hot which was nice for August. My husband assisted me with the wedding and I am more than grateful he was able to tag along. Check out the images below to see how their beautiful day went!!

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Unique Photo Session Ideas You’ll Love

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 04 Jul 2022 15:45:00 GMT

Unique Photo Session Ideas You’ll Love

There is nothing quite like capturing memories with your loved ones. Are you someone who enjoys taking beautiful pictures of yourself and your family? Then you are probably always on the lookout for inspiration for your next photo session. Below are some unique photo ideas that you’ll love.

Family history. Are you a fan of the photos that your grandparents or even great grandparents have taken? Why not replicate them yourself? All it takes is a bit of editing and you can achieve the same look and feel.
First and last day of school. For the first day of school, get some fun pictures of your child getting ready. You can then do the same on the day that they graduate from high school so that you can create an amazing “before and after” picture. You can even choose to add on college photos later.
Generational photos. Photos are one of those items that are passed down through generations so why not create one that future family members can treasure. Take a photo with your daughter, mom, and grandma to show the generations of women in your family or any other mix of family members that you want to place in a picture together.
Pregnancy pictures. There are many fun ways to show your progress through pregnancy and documenting it with photos is the perfect way to capture this time in your life. Years from now you’ll be able to take your child through your journey before you got to meet them and share that special moment with them.

Pet portraits. If your pet is a member of your family then capturing memories with them is just as important. There are so many great ways to take some amazing photos whether it’s outside at a park or in the comfort of your own home.
Save the date. Getting married in the near future? Taking a quirky couple photo where your wedding date is displayed is a lovely way to invite people to your wedding. You can do anything from writing the date on the bottom of your shoes to using chalkboards or balloons to display the date.
Gender reveal. Why not make finding out the gender of your baby a fun surprise for everyone by turning it into a fun photo that you can send around. Some cute ideas include releasing pink or blue balloons out of a box or you could incorporate a cute color frame to hold around your belly.

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Nicholas Sheran Family Session............(Vanee Family)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 20 Jun 2022 19:45:00 GMT

Happy June!!! Here is a session we did at Nicholas Sheran Park in Lethbridge, Alberta.

The boys were playing with their phones towards the end of the session and I caught them making some slow-motion movies ;)

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Countryside barn wedding............{Gurr Wedding}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Fri, 17 Jun 2022 21:30:00 GMT

This beautiful wedding was held at the Countryside Barn. It was decorated beautifully. We had nice weather the whole day. My poor second shooter hit a deer on her way to the ceremony but still made it in time, with her Dad coming to her rescue and driving her to the ceremony in Lethbridge. I felt so bad for her and her vehicle but am glad she is okay! Check out the wedding day.

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Nicholas Sheran Park Mini Session............{Ouwerkerk Session}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 08 Jun 2022 21:15:00 GMT

I have been fortunate enough to photograph this sweet family for the last few years! I love watching her boys get older each year and see how their personalities change. See if they are still into dinosaurs or trucks! But do boys really grow out of that? I know mine did not! Check out their session.

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Readymade 4-H Multi-Club Show and Sale

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 06 Jun 2022 21:00:00 GMT

Our boys were part of the Readymade 4-H Club this year and during the Show and Sale I took some photos of the kids doing what they do for the 2 days we were there! It was their first year and they had a blast! They got to chase sheep, had boot races, made new friends, danced, and so many more activities. Check out some of the fun they had below.

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Grade 1 next year...............{Mr. K Graduation}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Thu, 02 Jun 2022 20:45:00 GMT

I can't believe this guy is moving on to grade 1. I remember his first ever session as a newborn. He has grown so much in the last few years! His mom brought some of his favourite books to the session as well! Check out his fun graduation session.

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A Brief Guide to Professional Photo Restrictions

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Thu, 02 Jun 2022 15:45:00 GMT

A Brief Guide to Professional Photo Restrictions

The photos that a photographer hands over to you are part of their life’s work. It has their name or branding so there are a few important restrictions to note when it comes to the professional digital images that you receive.

1) Copyright. The digital images that your photographer provides you with have a copyright, which means the photographer has the option to use those photos to market their work and services anytime in the future. We are however also respectful of our clients so if there are any images that you would prefer to keep private, it’s best to let us know about it ahead of time so that we can honor your wishes.

2) Image type. We aren’t able to provide you with the original files or raw images. All images given to the client have been cropped and have been edited. If you do require further touch-ups we would need to provide you with a quote.

3) Image altering. While we appreciate your business and welcome the sharing of our photos on social media platforms, we ask that the images not be altered in any way as this is against our copyright policies.

What constitutes image altering?

Adding filters or editing photos in Photoshop
Removing our logo or studio name
Color correcting or including transitions from color to black and white
Clipping people or objects out of the original shot

So why do we have this as a restriction? Our photos are a representation of our work so when a customer alters an image it directly impacts our name and brand in the industry. When we present you with the final images, they have already been through our editing process and don’t require further alterations. When images are altered, the results are not always reflective of our original work and can then be mistaken for ours. We greatly appreciate your loyalty and cooperation in this matter.

We are happy to give a quote if you want images to be edited in a specific way or if you want further alterations made.

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Mother and daughter mini session...................{Robyn & Evie}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Thu, 26 May 2022 20:45:00 GMT

This sweet Mother and Daughter came to me for a mini session!! We had a great time walking around the river bottom and chatting about school and cats! Check out their session below.

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Senior graduation...........{Mackenzie Graduation}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 24 May 2022 20:30:00 GMT

Every year I love seeing all the different graduation dresses that the girls are wearing! I love to see the colour combinations, as well as the different styles! Mackenzie's dress was absolutely a beautiful green colour. It has so much sparkle in it!! We were lucky enough to be able to use her Aunt and Uncle's acreage for the photos Check out her session below.

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Class of 2022...........{Colby Graduation}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 17 May 2022 20:00:00 GMT

For Colby's session, we changed up the location and did a few different locations. Check out the images from the session!

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Graduate of 2022.........{Dick Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Fri, 13 May 2022 20:00:00 GMT

This gentleman and his family were my first graduation session of the year. I am excited for the graduates to have a more normal graduation ceremony this year. We headed down to the River bottom to do their session and it was a cooler than normal evening for May. Check out the images from the session below.

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Sparkle session............{Miss. A}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Thu, 12 May 2022 17:00:00 GMT

I love the idea of playing with glitter, not in the house of course lol! That stuff gets everywhere!! I had an idea of doing glitter/sparkle sessions in my garage! That way once I am done with the glitter, I can just sweep it outside and the wind can take care of the rest of it. My niece was more than willing to help me out with this session. It was a lot of fun and we definitely got glitter everywhere.

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Fun engagement session............{Jared + Chayse}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 07 May 2022 17:00:00 GMT

I had the pleasure of meeting these two last year. back when Jared's sister graduated and I did her graduation portraits. I was excited once they asked me to do their wedding photography. With the package they got, they had a complimentary engagement session and we headed to the river bottom for it. It was a beautiful evening and we even had a 5-minute rain shower. Once we got back to the car it poured! Check out their session below.

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Surviving a Family Photoshoot

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 02 May 2022 15:45:00 GMT

Surviving a Family Photoshoot

How to make your next family photo session a stress-free one.

Family photos are truly timeless and such a great keepsake for future generations. Getting the family together to take those perfect portraits can turn into chaos if not approached correctly. There is usually a lot more to consider when it comes to a family photoshoot since there are members of all ages, which means that there is some extra coordination involved.

Below are some family photoshoot ideas and tips to keep you and your loved ones calm and smiling the whole way through.

Timing is everything. If you have younger children involved in the shoot, try and arrange the photoshoot at a time when they would be well-rested. A rested child makes for happy photos. On that note, make sure that all family members have gotten enough sleep the night before as this helps with the fun and relaxation aspects of the session.
Dos and don’ts of bribery. Get your family excited about the photoshoot instead of offering a reward in return for their cooperation. This tends to lead to forced smiles and an irritated bunch of people. If you do have small children coming along it’s not a bad idea to give the photographer some bribery options in the form of toys or small food items to make those difficult moments a little easier.
Relinquish control. As much as you’ll want to direct your children on where to stand and how to pose, it’s best to leave that to the photographer as they know what works best. Not having this pressure will also make you feel more relaxed.
It’s not just about the posing. The best photos happen when you’re having fun so joke and play with your children, hold your partner’s hand and just let the moments happen.
Plan ahead. Discuss all of your requirements with your photographer beforehand so that the family photo session can just flow. Let your photographer know if you want specific pictures taken.
Keep those sugar levels up. If everyone is well fed, the photoshoot will also run a lot smoother. It’s also not a bad idea to take a few snacks and some water along for those who might need it.

Enjoy capturing your memories.

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Fort Macleod Wedding..........{Bredeweg Wedding}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 27 Apr 2022 16:45:00 GMT

My first wedding of 2022 was this sweet couple's wedding! The bride got ready at her parent's house on an acreage outside of Fort Macleod. The ceremony was done at the Netherlands Reformed Congregation church in Fort Macleod. After the ceremony, we headed down to the Wilderness Park in Fort Macleod to do their family and extended family portraits. Once the family portraits were done we headed into downtown Fort Macloed for their wedding portraits. Check out their wedding below as well as their vendors.

Florist: Twisted Hummingbird, Fort Macleod.

Wedding Dress: Chic Bridal Boutique

Bride's Shoes: David Bridal

Jewellery: Charms Jewellery

Groom's Suit and Shoes: Moores

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Choosing the Right Props for Your Next Photo Session

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 04 Apr 2022 17:15:00 GMT

Choosing the Right Props for Your Next Photo Session

Have you ever thought about adding props to your photo sessions? Props can add interest, depth, and an extra flair to your pictures. Get your children to hold coordinating flowers for a spring or summer shoot. Love sports? Then use baseball bats in your next family photo to bring out your passion. Here are a few tips for ways to incorporate props in your next photo session.

Avoid trends. While you might have recently seen a few photos that incorporate a specific prop, try not to use something that will not look really dated in 20 years’ time. Classic is definitely better and there are many fun options to choose from.
Be realistic. It’s easy to go wild when thinking of a theme for your photo session. You should decide on one that you can actually find props for. For example, if you want to use seasonal props, try and source them in that season as they’ll be easier to find, and before you decide to remake your favorite movie scene, think twice about whether you’ll be able to find suitable outfits for everyone in the photo.
Size matters. There are some larger props that work really well in photo sessions such as using your grandpa's farm tractor as a background piece. However, there are some larger props that can take away from the beauty of the photograph altogether. Make sure that your prop enhances the photo and doesn't detract from it.
Make it meaningful. If your child has a favorite stuffed animal or if you have a musical instrument that you treasure, try and incorporate it into your photos. This way your pictures will have more meaning to you and your family.
Use what you have. Make the current season work to your advantage by using what’s available. Leaves in the fall make for amazing props in photos and don’t cost a thing.

Remember, using props can be the perfect addition to your photos but make sure that they don’t become the main focus.

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A Guide to Posing for Your Family Photos

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Fri, 04 Mar 2022 18:15:00 GMT

A Guide to Posing for Your Family Photos

The key to taking genuine and authentic family photos is knowing how to pose in front of the camera.

If you’ve never taken professional family photos before or if you simply want to improve on your last session, here is some advice on how to pose that will leave you with exceptional images.

Get Close

The last thing you want is a family portrait that looks stiff and awkward. The secret to creating a beautiful, intimate family photo is to get close. Snuggle up with the people you love if you want the best photos. If there are people of varying heights in the photo, take a few photos on the same level so that you can get your heads close together too.

Have Fun

Your photos always look more authentic when your family is genuinely having fun and laughing. Spend time talking about your favorite vacation or a memory that makes you all laugh out loud. These candid moments always make for the best photos.

Keep it Natural

When you overthink posing, it takes away from the genuineness of your photos, which is why it helps to shoot your family photos in a setting where you’re all comfortable and where you can go about your lives as naturally as possible. For example, if you’re in an outdoor setting, take your little one for a walk. If you’re shooting at home, bake something together or snuggle up for a story.

Use Your Surroundings

Very often, standing upright in the middle of a room or garden will make your photos look and feel stiff. Use your surroundings to make yourselves more comfortable. For example, if there’s a wall in the vicinity, lean up against it. If there’s a couch available, pose on that for a few shots.

Make Use of Props

If you would like to change things up a bit or give a younger child something to do, you can also always incorporate a few basic props into your photos to get a few non-standard shots.

If you still have questions about your shoot and how to make the most of it, let us know and we will be happy to assist you with additional tips.

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River Bottom extended family session.............{Amatto Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 15 Feb 2022 17:30:00 GMT

I love doing extended family sessions. This family had everyone in town for the weekend and we were able to get together to have a session. Check out their session below.

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Sweet Baby Girl........{Miss. R}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 08 Feb 2022 17:15:00 GMT

February already, can you believe it? We are currently in the middle of a kitchen renovation and let me just say, I will be happy once it is done.

This sweet family contacted me to do their newborn lifestyle session of their sweet baby girl. I love doing newborn lifestyle sessions as it showcases your family in your environment. They had the sweetest pups as well. Check out the session below.

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Top 5 Tips for Making a Photo Session with Kids Easier

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 07 Feb 2022 18:00:00 GMT

Top 5 Tips for Making a Photo Session with Kids Easier

If you’re preparing for a photo session with your children, you may be feeling a bit apprehensive. Children aren’t always easy to deal with, which is why the below tips will definitely come in handy before your upcoming photo session.

1. Don't make a huge deal out of it. If you're stressed out and cranky, your kids will usually pick up on it and act accordingly. Their behavior will usually be better if you are relaxed and having fun. You may have to make some compromises to keep the peace such as letting your energetic daughter's hair stay straight instead of curling it because she won't sit still. Focus on the big picture and don't sweat the small stuff.

2. Make it fun. Let the kids have a couple of “fun pictures” where they get to pick their own pose or props. You get to keep the more serious photos while they get to keep their silly photos. This way everyone wins. If you are struggling to get your kids to sit still, turn the photo session into a game. Simon Says usually works like a charm.

3. Be prepared. If you're going to be out for several hours, ensure that your children are well-rested and have had their naps. Bringing some snacks and activities along is also a great idea. If you are having your own photos taken too then you might want to bring a babysitter or family member along to watch the kids. If you happen to be shooting in a remote location, you never know when you might need something like bug spray, tissues, or a first aid kit so bring that along too. Kaleb - Megan Kelsey Photography-0008

4. Be patient. Save your sanity by trying not to control the photo session too much. Sometimes the best photos come from kids just doing their own thing. Work with your photographer and your photos will look fantastic.

5. Have a chat. Get your children talking to both you and the photographer about topics such as school or their favorite songs. This allows them to feel more comfortable around your photographer and will also give your photographer a chance to capture a few candid and cute expressions.

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A New Addition.........(Baker Newborn Session)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 19 Jan 2022 15:30:00 GMT

Oh man, to say I was excited about this session is an understatement! I was so excited when Kelsie contacted me last year to do her newborn session! I have done their engagement and wedding, and now I get to watch their little one grow up!! We did the session when he was about 3 weeks old! He was born right before Christmas, but everyone knows that is a crazy time, so we held off into the new year. He was a darling during the whole session. We got some awake shots as well as sleepy shots. Check out their session below.

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How to Find the Perfect Photo Shoot Location

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 10 Jan 2022 18:00:00 GMT

How to Find the Perfect Photo Shoot Location

Choosing a photoshoot location might seem like a big deal but it really doesn't have to be difficult. A location usually drives some of the other decisions you will need to make about your shoot so it’s important to choose the right place. Here are a few questions to ask yourself before you decide on a location:

What kind of theme do I want? If a particular building or natural backdrop would work well with your theme, look around your area for spots that meet your requirements. If you don't know what kind of backdrop you want, take an afternoon drive around your city for inspiration. It's easy to overlook beautiful spots that are practically in your backyard. Ask family, friends, or your photographer for ideas too.

Are you allowed to take pictures there? Make sure that you can legally take pictures at the location that you have in mind. If it's not public property or available to the public you will need to get permission first.

Is it accessible? Consider that not all outdoor locations may be available all year round or you might not be able to get to them at all. Your safety is also an important aspect to think about before you decide on a location. Taking pictures on a mountain ledge may look neat but it’s best not to put yourself in harm’s way.

How do you get to your location? Will it be easy to walk to the session location and if not, are you able to change your clothing and touch up your hair and makeup before the shoot? You should also find out whether there is a restroom that’s close enough in case you need it.

Will the photo session be in a public place? If the location you have chosen has a lot of foot traffic, you need to ask yourself whether you are comfortable being photographed in front of others. If not, you might want to rethink your choice of location.

Make sure that your location doesn’t become a distraction and that there is shelter nearby if you need it. Your location tells a story so it’s worthwhile to choose a meaningful spot.

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Farm Family Session.........(Pike Family Session)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Thu, 18 Nov 2021 23:30:00 GMT

The last time I did a session with this family, they were actually expecting baby number 3! Well, he is no longer a baby, but well into his toddler years!! Cherise is from a small community in Sask. and was born and raised on a farm! Derek is from a small community here, and they wanted their session to have that farm feel to it! I knew the exact spot to go! I have shot a few times at this place and it is beautiful. The property has a big old red barn with lots of other little barns and grain bins. The backdrops are endless. Check out their session below.

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Fort MacLeod Family Session..........(Tompkins Family Session)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 06 Nov 2021 21:45:00 GMT

I love it when clients return the following year to update their family portraits. This family has been coming to me for a few years now, and it is amazing how much children grow in a year. I mean I have my own 2 boys, but I don't actually know how much they grow in a year, because I see them every day. Children are not little for very long so get those family portraits done.

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Baby makes 4............(Miss R Newborn Session)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Fri, 29 Oct 2021 16:45:00 GMT

Little Miss R is a sweet addition to this sweet family. Mr. K had been patiently waiting for her arrival for some time, as well as her Mom and Dad. She sure looks like her big brother did when he was a baby. I love doing newborn lifestyle sessions as everyone feels more comfortable in their own home, and siblings feel better about it too. They are able to go about their day and play with their toys instead of being stressed out in a studio-type environment for a couple of hours. Check out their session below.

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1 Year Old Session............(Pike Family Session)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 20 Oct 2021 16:15:00 GMT

I can't believe Miss. E is already a year old. I still remember when we did her newborn session in their family's new house! They hadn't even moved all their furniture in yet. She has gotten so big over this past year and she was a lot of fun during the session. Check it out below.

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Windy morning session................{Ashleigh and Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sun, 10 Oct 2021 16:30:00 GMT

It was a chilly, windy morning on thanksgiving weekend. I actually still can't believe we haven't had snow yet and there were still some leaves on the trees, but we had some beautiful fall colors. Ashleigh got in contact with me for this session, as they were gifting it to their parents for their wedding anniversary. It was a great time and we all had lots of laughs! Jeremy was taking all the kids on adventures through the bushes and trails down in the river bottom. Check out a few from their session.

Maternity session in the River Bottom............{Marlene Maternity Session}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 05 Oct 2021 15:45:00 GMT

Can you believe that we are heading into October and the weather has been beautiful and the leaves are still on the trees. This has been one of the best falls we have had in a long time. This session is a special one, as the family is my brother and sister-in-law and I am super excited that they are having a new little one in just a couple of weeks. I can't wait to meet this little one, and Mr. K, I think is super excited as well. Check out the session below.

Beautiful Fall Family Session...........(Plumb Family Session)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 02 Oct 2021 15:45:00 GMT

We had some great colors this fall. I met with this family earlier this summer for their daughter's graduation session! It was nice to see them again for the fall. Check out their session below. Family Session Family Session Family Session Family Session Family Session Family Session Family Session Family Session

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Old Farmyard Engagement Session..........{Kylee and Colten}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Fri, 01 Oct 2021 15:30:00 GMT

I'm so excited I get to do this couple's wedding next June!!! We headed to an old farmyard for their engagement session and it was a beautiful evening. I have done graduation pictures for Colten a few years back and was super excited when they both contacted me. Check out the session below.

A Fellow Photographers Family Session..........{Stacey Rae}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 28 Sep 2021 15:15:00 GMT

Since I have been a member of the Professional Photographers of Canada, I have met some really incredible people. Stacey is one of them!! I am happy to call this beautiful lady my friend. Her family is awesome and when she wanted some family photos done, I was honored, but slightly scared! It is always scary taking photographs of another photographer! The pressure is that much higher! Check out their family session below.

Backyard Family Session...................(Moltzahn Family Session)

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 22 Sep 2021 15:30:00 GMT

Did we not have a beautiful September!! I love fall family sessions. This sweet family had me over again in their backyard for their session, only this time there were a few more kids to add to the mix. We had lots of fun playing in the leaves. We raked the leaves, the girls jumped into them and we would rake again. We even got out the blower, to blow some of the leaves around. Family sessions don't need to be formal at all, we can play and have fun. Each session is all about you!

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Fall Mini Session..............{Dyck Family Session}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 21 Sep 2021 15:45:00 GMT

I have done a mini session with this family for the last 3 years. I love that I have been able to see the kids get bigger each year and their little personalities come through in the photos as well. We did this session on a beautiful BLVD in Lethbridge. I did my spring mini session there this year as well. Check out the session below.

Sweet 16 Birthday Session........{Miss. M}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 14 Sep 2021 17:00:00 GMT

Let me just say that everyone needs a sweet 16 birthday shoot!! Also, this sweet girl is wearing her Mother's wedding dress. This session was a lot of fun and we headed to the Nikko Yuko Japanese Gardens for the session. It was a beautiful fall evening!! Check them out below.

Baby makes 5....{Mr. E}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 11 Sep 2021 16:30:00 GMT

I was thrilled when Kaitlin contacted me once she had her little man. This is the second newborn of theirs that I have photographed. I have loved getting to know this family each and every year!! This little man is so loved by his two older brothers. Check out some of the images below from the session.

A small and intimate wedding....{Jeff and Jackie}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 04 Sep 2021 16:15:00 GMT

It was a beautiful September long weekend, with no wind! Can you believe that!! This small wedding was held just outside Pincher Creek on the family's property and it was just beautiful!! I don't know about you, but I am loving the smaller weddings. Check out the photographs from this beautiful day.

Sweet Baby Boy.............{Mr. F}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 30 Aug 2021 16:00:00 GMT

I was invited into this sweet family's home for a newborn session. Firstly, they have a beautiful home and all the natural light was amazing!! Mr. F was about 3 weeks old and was a champ throughout the whole session! Check it out.

An Overdue Extended Family Session..........{Kiers Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 16 Aug 2021 15:15:00 GMT

I was happy when this family contacted me to do their extended family session! The last time I took photos of them was at their son and daughter-in-law's wedding a few years ago. We headed to a beautiful yard in Taber. Check it out below.

A Fun Bunch..............{Melanie Extended Family Session}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 31 Jul 2021 15:30:00 GMT

I have photographed the one family a few times this year and I was excited when Mel contacted me to do her extended family session with the rest of her siblings and family members. We changed up the location and went to the Galt Museum this time. Check out the images below.

Photographers do their own branding session!!

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Thu, 22 Jul 2021 06:00:00 GMT

What happens when you get three photographer friends together after a long year and a half during a pandemic!! We take each other's branding photos! That's right, we all got together one evening and took each other's photos, just like we do to you. We felt uncomfortable, we got told what to do, but best of all we had fun. Check out Craig and Stacey's photos.

Branding Session.............{Iris}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 17 Jul 2021 15:45:00 GMT

The owner of the Iris in Lethbridge contacted me for some updated branding photos of her and a coworker. I have taken their family photographs in the past and was excited to do some branding photos for her. Remember get your eyes checked!!

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Sweet baby K........{Baby Kobi}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Thu, 08 Jul 2021 17:45:00 GMT

Baseball Themed Graduation Session.....{Nolan}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 06 Jul 2021 01:45:00 GMT

Where do I even begin with this session!! It was amazing, we headed downtown to take some around the older buildings, and then we got to head to Spitz stadium for the rest of the session as baseball was a huge part of Nolan and his family's life!! I also love baseball, so this was one of the best sessions I could have done. I could have kept shooting all night long!! Congrats Nolan and all the best to you in your future endeavors.

Graduation to remember.....{Kyla}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Fri, 02 Jul 2021 01:45:00 GMT

I love seeing all the different graduation dresses year after year and this sweet girl's dress was no different!! It was beautiful, I just loved the color and her nails matched her dress!! We had a beautiful evening for photos and I wish her all the best in her future endeavors.

Moving to Grade 1.........{Emily}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 19 Jun 2021 01:30:00 GMT

I had the pleasure of photographing this sweet girl's graduation photos at her school. She is moving on to grade 1 next year and her Mom arranged to have her pictures done at the school, she even got her teacher to come for a couple!

Kindergarten Graduate......{Marcus}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Thu, 17 Jun 2021 01:30:00 GMT

I can't believe this little guy is graduating kindergarten this year!! I have taken photos of him, his whole life, and it's crazy he will be going into grade 1 next year. Where does the time go! He came out to my house and we did the session in the yard.

Anniversary Family Session......{Vandenberg Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sun, 13 Jun 2021 01:15:00 GMT

I had the pleasure of taking photos of this lovely family for their wedding anniversary. They were celebrating this summer and wanted a session with all the kids in the family as it had been a few years since they had them done! I love going to clients' houses and using their space as it is more customized and they will treasure them a bit more as it was done in their own space. Check out the images below.

Soon-to-be Three...........{Tori Maternity}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sun, 06 Jun 2021 01:30:00 GMT

Awe, this sweet family was the best!! I have known Tori for a couple of years now through soccer! She is an amazing person and will be an even more amazing mom. I was so excited when she contacted me to take her maternity and newborn family photos! I can't wait to meet there new little addition in another month.

Cherry Blossom Mini Session.......{Addy}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 11 May 2021 01:15:00 GMT

OMG, this session was by far one of my favorites!! I had reached out to my friend Chantelle, she is a personal fitness instructor at Kinetic and I am happy to call her my friend, and I had asked her if her daughter would like to do a mini cherry blossom session! I found the perfect place in Lethbridge for them and I had to time it just right, as you never know when the wind will blow them all off the trees. Check out these images from this super fun session.

Spring Family Mini Session..........{Ouwerkerk Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 01 May 2021 01:15:00 GMT

I just love this family!! The last time we had a session was when the littlest guy was just born last January. It was great catching up with them as no one has really socialized during this whole pandemic thing!! It was great to get out shooting again and I love that the weather is starting to warm up.

5 Things You Need to Know About the Knap Creative Toolbox

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 24 Apr 2021 22:00:35 GMT

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Let’s just say I got a reality check pretty early on. It’s HARD to wear all the hats, and there are aspects to running a business I never even thought of.

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A Beautiful Spring Day.............{Miss B Turns 2}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Thu, 18 Mar 2021 20:15:00 GMT

It has been a beautiful March so far!! Vanessa contacted me to do a session with her little one who turned 2. We headed to Henderson park and boy did I get my workout in!! She was always on the move and loved to follow me around!! I did a lot of running backwards in hopes I would catch her pretty face!! I had a lot of fun with this sweet girl and her family!!

This is 40............{Morgan}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 17 Feb 2021 07:45:00 GMT

What does 40 look like for you? Are you where you were thinking you wanted to be at this point in time? Me I have no idea what 40 holds. My oldest will be 20, CRAZINESS!!! When Morgan contacted me to do a session for herself, I was happy to do it! We have been friends for the last couple years as we first got to know each other through soccer!! With COVID, we have not been able to play soccer in a year together!

Morgan wanted a boudoir session documenting her at age 40!! She has 6 kids and looks amazing. She is also the GM of a restaurant, soon to be opening back up, in Picture Butte!! Check out a few from her session!!

If you are looking at getting your own boudoir session done, click here and I'd love to work with you.

FaceTime Session.............{Baby Jaxon}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 04 Jan 2021 21:00:00 GMT

I had the pleasure of doing another FaceTime session over the Christmas holidays!! These sessions are a quick 30 minutes and don't involve too much prep work. All you need is a sturdy phone stand and some good window light!!

Check out their session below.

A Virtual Session...........{Baby Mylo}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Mon, 21 Dec 2020 21:00:00 GMT

I will say with COVID, it has pushed people to think outside the box in how they deliver their products and services. Just like other businesses, we photographers have had to adjust to changing situations, rules, and regulations. We are in the middle of a lockdown again and so is Manitoba, where this sweet family is from. Can you believe we can do a photo session over facetime! The pictures are nowhere near a DSLR camera quality, but they are a keepsake and you can print small prints. We did this session over Facetime, as well I coached them on how to take a couple of photos with their camera. It was a great time and I was happy we could do a session for their firstborn.

Check out the photos below from our Facetime session!

If you would like to schedule your own Virtual session click here!

A Wintry Session at Park Lake.........{Tompkins Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Fri, 04 Dec 2020 21:15:00 GMT

It was a beautiful evening at Park Lake. After the big storm in November we have been having not so bad temperatures lately. This family contacted me and wanted to do a bigger family session at Park Lake. We had the whole park to ourselves.

A Snowy Day on the Farm..........{Langlois Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 25 Nov 2020 20:45:00 GMT

It was a beautiful evening at our farm and my sister wanted to come out and do a quick mini session with her family. They have done a session in every season so far and just needed some outside photos in the winter!! It turned out to be a beautiful evening and it was right in the middle of the massive snowstorms we were having at the beginning of the month. There was no wind, but I will say it was COLD!!! Poor little Miss. A's hand were freezing by the end of the session, but the kittys made up for that!!

Check them out below!

If you would like to update your family photos and want to book a session, click here!

Just in time for the holidays..................{Pike Newborn}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Thu, 19 Nov 2020 18:30:00 GMT

This sweet bundle made her way safely into the world towards the end of October. I have known this family for quite some time and I was so happy to hear the news of their little one being born because that meant a newborn session was going to be done! We did the session in their newly built house, which they hadn't quite moved in yet. Check them out!

A Baby Girl.............{Dudas Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 10 Nov 2020 20:00:00 GMT

I just love newborn lifestyle sessions! I love being able to come into your home and photograph your family just the way it is at that moment!! That is what you will remember. This sweet family invited me into their home during a crazy time in everyone's lives, during COVID. Although having a baby during a pandemic, doing lifestyle sessions has also made things tough.

When I come into your home to photograph you and your family, I mask up, wash hands, and be sure to have the parents do most of the touching, dressing, wrapping, and posing! I try to stay as hands-off as possible so that we try and keep everyone safe as possible! I will give you directions on how to pose, sit, hold your hands, etc.

Check out a few images from this sweet family session.

If you would like to book your own lifestyle session, click here!

And Then the Snow Came..................{Greidanus Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 24 Oct 2020 17:00:00 GMT

Well we had a good run of beautiful fall weather!! The leaves have stayed on the trees so long this year, it's been great! This lovely family contacted me back in the beginning of the year and we finally got a date scheduled so that everyone would be able to attend. I got to go out to their Family farm out by Granum. It was a quick session as it was one of the coldest days we've had in October and they had a few littles that were in the shoot. They wanted some pictures by an old barn that was going to be destroyed in the next couple of months. Check out the session below.

If you would like to book an extended family session for you and your family, click here!

Designed to Dwell Family Session.............{Peters Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 21 Oct 2020 16:45:00 GMT

This fun Family contacted me as their original photographer had to suddenly isolate. I sure glad I got to meet them, as they were a fun bunch! We were going to do the session outdoors, but it was chilly and they had a little one. So I quickly phoned Designed to Dwell and they had an opening. If you've never been to this beautiful space you need to check it out! It's great for all types of sessions. Check out the fun we had below.

If you'd like to book your next family session, click here!!!

Thanksgiving Family Shoot................{Seward Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 13 Oct 2020 16:15:00 GMT

Happy Thanksgiving! This has got to be one of the busiest weekends. Everyone is together with their families and because they are all together it's usually a great time for a big group portrait! This year I had a wedding over thanksgiving and this lovely family's session. They wanted their photos done on a farm yard of their friends. It was a beautiful location and I'm so glad the weather held out, because as we finished up the session and I started driving home it started pouring rain!!! I can't remember the last time we had a good rain in October. It usually ends up turning to snow!! Check out this session below.

If you'd like to book your family session, click here!

Soon to be 3.............{Pike Maternity}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 10 Oct 2020 17:30:00 GMT

I can't wait to meet this little bundle of joy in the next few weeks!

A Wedding during a Pandemic........{Baker Wedding}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 10 Oct 2020 16:15:00 GMT

What does a Wedding look like during a pandemic? It's very small and intimate. I really like them!!!! I think this year was a reminder to everyone who was planning a wedding or who got married that you really don't need a really big party and all those fancy things, you just want the most important people there to share it with you. Throughout the year weddings have been able to have as many guests as 50 all the way to just 10! You figure out quite quickly who your special people are in your life. Don't get me wrong, I love a good wedding reception, but weddings aren't just about the party! It's about 2 people coming together to share and start a life together! The most important people you need there are the bride and groom, cause without them there is no wedding!

I was happy to see that Branden and Kelsie were able to keep there original day and they were able to celebrate it with all the people very close to them! It was also a beautiful day for Thanksgiving weekend. We usually get a snow storm around this time! We did the getting ready photos at the Brides house and the guys got ready at their Grandma's farm yard. That is were the ceremony was going to be held as well! Checkout the fun we had and I really hope you guys can still have your big party event in June 2021!!!! Congratulations!

If you'd like to know more about my wedding packages, click here!

A Birthday Mini Session................{Stacey Rae}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Tue, 06 Oct 2020 16:00:00 GMT

It's such a honor to photograph fellow photographers. It can also be nerve wracking. I photographed Stacey's children last month for my back to school minis, and this month she contacted me to do a quick mini shoot for just her! It is her birthday closer to the end of the month and she wanted to do something fun for her! I have loved getting to know Stacey a bit more and look forward to working with her more as we are both on our South Branch PPOC board. Check out a few images we took!

If you'd like to book a mini session for just yourself, click here! I'd love to work with you!

Once a Teacher now a Friend...............{Nishikawa Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Sat, 03 Oct 2020 19:15:00 GMT

Happy October! I can't believe the weather we are having this fall, its been beautiful. The leaves on the trees haven't stayed this green in a long time! We usually have had a snow storm or 2 by now. Anyways, this Family has a special place in my heart and Mel was my teacher and volleyball coach in high school. She was a great teacher and is still teaching today, just at a different school. I was honored when she contacted me to do her family's photos. Her oldest is graduating this year. Check out a few from their session.

If you'd like to book a Family Session, or a Graduation Session in the new year, click here!

Beautiful Evening for a Family Session............{Marshall Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 21:00:00 GMT

If you'd like to book your Family Session now, click here for more information!

Beautiful Fall Session...{Genswein Family}

(Megan Kelsey Photography) — Wed, 30 Sep 2020 01:00:00 GMT

This session was held in this sweet family's backyard just outside of Coaldale. They have a beautiful yard and I was happy they invited me out for their long-overdue family session. They said the last time they had photos done both kids were super little and now they are grown, adults. Let this be your reminder, that its never to late to have a family session done!