Vancouver Wedding Photographer | Teryn Lee Photography

I have moved my Blog!!!

2011-05-05T21:11:00.005-07:00

I have moved my blog to a new place!!!
the last few weeks have been busy, but I've finally finished building my new blog and website!
You can now view my blog here: www.terynleephotography.com/blog
The new website is here: www.terynleephotography.com

*I will no longer be posting on this site*

Thanks for following what I love and I hope the new blog proves more user friendly!
You can find me on Facebook here

Here is a little preview of the home page on my new website

Cake Smash

2011-04-26T21:58:00.004-07:00

I usually use natural light for all my photos and no studio backdrops, but there is one exception: a cake smash. In order to properly celebrate your birthday there must be cake, and for a 1 year old little boy this is a messy, delicious ordeal. Happy Birthday Weston!

Carling & Kia - Pet Pictures

2011-04-11T06:31:00.001-07:00

After I posted pictures of my good friend Lindsay and her dog I was contacted by her friend Carling about taking some pictures of her dog Kia. Did I ever think that pet photography would be a service that I offer? No. But I LOVE dogs. Would I want portraits with my dog? Yes. Do I already have a 'Wal-Mart' style self portrait with her on my fireplace mantle? Absolutely. Does my husband feel less loved? Probably.

Meet Kia:

Meet Carling:

Carling has a BEAUTIFUL smile

Kia has an intense love for her momma (Carling), kibble and passing cyclists

This is Kia's loving gaze at a cyclist, there was no breaking her stare once her eyes locked on a bicycle

Seriously. BE.A.U.TI.FUL smile

This is probably my fav:

Newborn Photos - Mission, BC

2011-04-07T12:18:00.003-07:00

A new baby is life changing. The love, the connection, the late nights... Babies are wonderful - you really can't help but adore them...

Especially when they sleep so peacefully

Their little fingers

Their little lips

Their ability to make everyone talk in funny voices that you only associate with babies (or in my case my little Madison boopsie[aka:my dog])

Or sometimes you were the former baby, but you've grown up to be a big boy. Your life changes too when the new baby comes along. Maybe you're unsure of this new addition and are not willing to get too close... yet...

How can you help but adore them? Every little thing they do is amazing.

Laura & Kevin - Engaged

2011-04-05T13:18:00.006-07:00

Sunday I was joined by the fabulous hair & makeup artist Celina for Kevin & Laura's engagement shoot. We sat around in my kitchen and chatted as she did Laura's makeup and styled her hair. Laura is ADORABLE and so sweet. I photographed her cousin Andrea's wedding last summer and I'm so excited to photograph Laura's!

At this point it started to rain, so we quickly did an outfit change and a change of scenery...

Thankfully they were willing to brave the weather

Even though we were rained out it was still an awesome day! Stay tuned for images from their upcoming July wedding.

Saar Banks Farm Wedding: a different angle

2011-04-03T11:42:00.006-07:00

I again had the pleasure of second shooting a wedding with Jamie and what a wonderful wedding it was! Laura & Kyle said their vows at the Chilliwack United Church and the GORGEOUS reception was held at Saar Banks Farm in Abbotsford, BC. I just love how much thought Laura put into the details of the day. Her bouquet was so special with a beautiful charm that framed a photo of her father who passed away a couple of years ago. And the reception? Oh the reception.... AMAZING. Just take a look through - you'll want to have your wedding in a barn!

Olympic Village Wedding - a different angle

2011-03-23T23:17:00.008-07:00

Second shooting is fabulous. I was grateful to be asked by Jamie Delaine to assist her with Shandelle & Britton's wedding. I'll admit I was a little nervous because this was the first wedding I've been a second shooter at since the very first 2 weddings I ever photographed with Damara. It was seriously such a great day. Trying to find different angles is a fun challenge and there is a lot less pressure being a second shooter! It was a fun day and a beautiful wedding. Thanks Jamie for inviting me!!!

Traveller

2011-03-22T18:13:00.006-07:00

The furthest I've gone is London & Paris. I would definitely move to London - except my husband is TERRIFIED of flying. Hates it. He was mortified when I booked a trip to Maui for our honeymoon. When we were on the plane together, if a look of concern even mildly brushed across my face, he was panic stricken.
On the way back from Maui the air conditioner was dripping on a little old man across the aisle from me and I made what I thought was an innocent look of concern for the man's comfort, but I might as well have told my husband the fuselage was leaking condensation from the atmosphere and he would shortly be sucked out of the plane. This was all interpreted from my 'concern for elderly gentleman's well-being' look. I think a lot of our vacations will end up being on cruise ships...
I recently met Kristi at a birthday party. Kristi is one of those people that is really outgoing and could easily make friends anywhere. She had been living in Japan before coming back to Vancouver and now she is leaving at the end of this month to start a new job over on Pender Island. The Poet's Cove Resort & Spa will be her new home as she continues her career as a Massage Practitioner there. I know Pender Island is only a short ferry ride, but I really admire someone who can just pack up and move to a new place. Kristi I wish you much success as you start this new chapter. xoxo - Teryn

Jay & Ashley - Engaged

2011-03-21T07:02:00.002-07:00

I am ready for summer. I am ready for hot weather and sandals. I want to roll down the window and feel like a blow dryer is blowing hot air on my face. I want to hang up my winter jacket and my scarves, put away all the sweaters, retire my socks. That's always when I know summer is ending - the awkward feeling of putting on socks. Their texture is foreign to my skin after the few months of separation. I just bought new socks yesterday, but I stared at them for a long time before committing to purchasing - thinking about how nice it's going to be to cast them away to the top drawer of my dresser. Bring it on SUMMER! I'm ready!
Jay & Ashley are originally from Alberta - so our mildly cold weather doesn't seem like much in comparison to their frigid winters. During this engagement session I was wearing multiple layers including a hoodie and winter jacket. Ashley was a total trooper and rocked a dress. Don't I feel like a wimp!

Cute Couple!

2011-03-16T11:00:00.000-07:00

I love it when things come together at the last minute. Waking up to a sunny day when the weather network said clouds and rain is my favorite. I had one of those mornings about a week ago and was able to call on this gorgeous couple to meet me that afternoon. I love it when people are willing to do something on short notice. That being said, I love a good detailed plan, but with our crazy weather sometimes you just have to throw something together in order to take advantage of what little sunshine is available. What an amazing afternoon it turned out to be with beautiful light. Thank you to my couple for being:
1) available so quickly
2) very attractive :D
3) superstars in front of the camera!
You guys totally rocked it! ~ Many thanks! ~ Teryn

Newborn Photos - Surrey, BC

2011-03-15T21:53:00.006-07:00

Family. It's something so important to me. When I'm invited into someone's home to photograph a new and exciting time in their lives I can't help but admire the connection they all share. Watching a little girl snuggling with her parents and new baby brother. Seeing such comfort and happiness on all of their faces. It gives me the warm fuzzies. The love a family shares is simply amazing!

This is a very special gift: "a big sister necklace"

And what goes better with a big sister necklace than a fancy dress that swirls when you do ballerina dance moves?

Very clear that someone is daddy's little girl...

I love this picture - both so smitten with the new baby

He was a month premature, but is healthy and happy - look at all that hair! - I'm jealous!

Each little part is so precious

Congratulations Daisy & Neil - you have a beautiful new addition to your already gorgeous family!

Thank you for inviting me into your home and allowing me to document this new and exciting time ~ Teryn

Cori & Conrad - Engaged

2011-03-15T00:40:00.003-07:00

I really enjoy engagement sessions. Photographing two hearts that have met their match is very special. An engagement is a big deal. It's a promise. It's a commitment. It is giving your heart to someone and asking for their heart in return. To me an engagement ring isn't just a piece of jewelry that says: Hey, I'm taken! It's the symbol and reminder of a promise and commitment made from your heart.

Cori & Conrad: I totally heart how fabulous you both are! You make a perfect match. Thank you for letting me photograph this time in your lives before you take the next big step! ~ xoxo Teryn

more to come on this couple!

2011-03-09T12:30:00.001-08:00

Just a little peek at what's all over my computer right now. Can't wait to get started on these! A full post is in the works!

Lindsay & Zack - Woman's Best Friend

2011-03-08T22:58:00.003-08:00

Lindsay and I have been friends since high school. We share a DEEP love for popcorn - we would eat it daily and sometimes do. When we were younger we would sit on my parent's couch in their games room and have competitions to see how many kernels we could stuff into our mouths. I'm not sure what the goal was, eventually it was to keep from choking, but it seemed like a good idea at the time.
We also share a love for dogs. Her boopsie's name is Zack. He is quite the handsome creature. He gets many compliments from passing lab owners while out on walks.

One of my favorite things that he does, besides eating everything possible, is the groaning noise he makes when you rub his ears. The only cool - or disgusting, depending on how you look at it - noise that Maddy makes is belching after inhaling her kibble. It honestly resembles a full on human belch. It's surprising really.

Here I imagine she is saying "who's a little boopsie?"

Lindsay, you truly do become more beautiful everyday

You are strong & ambitious

You are positive & encouraging

You are caring & kind

You are a great friend

Lindsay, you are so creative & artistic. I see so much success for you. Don't ever stop being you, because you are amazing.

Heart in Your Hand

2011-03-06T23:16:00.003-08:00

Just a taste of this sweet engagement session - full post to come soon!

Lindsay & Zack - more to come...

2011-03-05T19:03:00.003-08:00

Meet Lindsay:

Meet Zack:

See Lindsay and Zack being cute:
(more to come soon of these two friends!)

Newborn Photos - Langley, BC

2011-02-28T00:31:00.004-08:00

Corine & Clayton have had their gorgeous baby - it's a boy! He is so adorable! Sunday afternoon was spent photographing this little cutie. I love getting to photograph newborns. They are so precious in every way. Capturing this time for a family is always special to me and it is so nice to be able to do it for friends. Congratulations Corine & Clayton, he is beautiful.

Like me, they have a dog (Boomer) who is a part of the family. Boomer has been very accepting of the new addition, but was ready at any moment to take the baby's role and get in on the photo action - you'll see what I mean... ;)

Boudoir Photography - Langley, BC

2011-02-14T23:22:00.007-08:00

I've been holding out on you. Why? It was solely because of Valentine's Day. This Valentine's was to involve some special gift giving. When the gifts being given are your photos, you don't want to run the risk of the recipient getting a sneak peek of their present. Now that it is officially 'the day after', I'm assuming it is FINALLY safe to do a post on one of the last 3 boudoir shoots I have been working on! I was totally pumped for these shoots - hair, makeup, pretty things... what more could a girl ask for?! Thank you to my gorgeous gals for being so brave - for some, it takes a lot of courage to do this, but it was so fun and so totally worth it. I loved every minute of these shoots. Here are some from the first:

The gorgeous Miss ~S~

Where to shop: Miss S's attire can be found at Feminine Form

Maternity Photos - Langley, BC

2011-01-25T23:15:00.004-08:00

Corine is a friend of mine from highschool. I am so excited for her and Clayton to be welcoming their first baby into their lives. Now is the time in my life when my friends are starting to have children or are thinking about having children.
When I see a baby and the connection that the parents feel and the love they have, it is truly amazing. I really LOVE my dog and can't imagine how overwhelming and consuming the love for a child is, but it must feel truly spectacular!
Corine & Clayton: Thank you for letting me document this time in your lives. You are going to make wonderful parents! Can't wait to meet the little one!

I love black&white for maternity photos. It's my fav.

Corine has the daintiest hands

Perfect little baby bump

Is it going to be a boy or a girl?... We'll soon find out!

Nick & Stacy Engagement - Burnaby, BC

2011-01-22T01:20:00.005-08:00

The weather did not look promising on Friday. It was pouring that morning. I talked to Stacy and we decided to leave the decision until the last possible minute. At that last possible minute, the rain slowed. I grabbed my gear and started the drive to Burnaby. The rain had stopped but Mother Nature wasn't finished and slapped us with fog. There was fog everywhere, creating a light 'mist'. Not quite rain, but certainly not dryness. We met at the Burnaby Village Museum. I draped a plastic bag over my camera body and headed for an undercover location. About 15 minutes into the session, the 'mist' stopped and we were able to fly through the rest of the photos.

Nick & Stacy have such great personalities, and an awesome sense of humour. They were naturals in front of the camera. I can't wait to photograph the wedding!

Newborn Photos - Langley, BC

2011-01-16T15:25:00.004-08:00

I always look forward to doing photos for this family. I've had the pleasure of photographing them with their cute little boy and I was thrilled to photograph them after the arrival of their adorable little girl.

Kevin & Holli's Wedding

2011-01-12T01:42:00.004-08:00

So you might look at these photos and think you recognize Holli from somewhere... You might think she looks similar to the gorgeous gal in the 50's style photos I posted not long ago. You would be right. Holli is Cori's younger sister.
Holli is beautiful, caring and sweet. Seeing her marry the love of her life was so special. Congratulations Holli & Kevin! Thank you for allowing me to share in your special day!

Holli & Kevin - full post to come soon!

2011-01-09T23:30:00.003-08:00

Here are just a few from Saturday - Many more to come on the full post, which will be up on Wednesday!

Christmas Newborn

2011-01-02T23:18:00.005-08:00

So this is my first newborn session of 2011... and what a great way to start the New Year! This little cutie was born Christmas evening! With a full, glorious head of hair I might add. In between snapping photos I got to nerd-out with dad about cameras and lenses - he is big into photography too - so it was a fabulous day for me!
G. Family: Thank you for letting me photograph such a special time in your lives!
I enjoyed ever minute of our session :)

Cori & Matt

2010-12-13T12:42:00.008-08:00

On Sunday I had the pleasure of photographing my good friend Cori & her husband Matt. With their 5 year anniversary coming up and no photos of them since their wedding, it was time to do some fun photos of these two.
Describing Cori as stunning is an understatement. She is one of those people that wouldn’t have to wear any makeup and would still look beyond fabulous.
Matt was such a good sport and put up with us stylizing a shoot centered on his gorgeous wife. With the weather being so cold and miserable out we styled a shoot suitable for indoor use.
This vintage inspired session was SO much fun and wouldn't have been possible without the wonderful stylings of Celina - the hair and makeup artist. Amazing job as usual!

The yellow mixer making it's debut - Thanks for bringing it Damara!

Probably my favorite:

Thanks for the wonderful Sunday!

Engagement Photos - White Rock, BC

2010-12-05T22:15:00.006-08:00

I love, Love. I know I've said it before, but shooting a couple's engagement photos gives me the warm fuzzies!

My Niece & Nephew

2010-12-04T16:24:00.003-08:00

This morning when I woke up there was frost all over the ground. I put foot warmers on my socks to keep my feet warm as I headed out with my sister-in-law and her 2 adorable children. It was so cold out we could see our breath - (I had to ask the kids to hold their breath in a few shots, to keep the clouds coming out of their mouths to a minimum!) The location we picked had beautiful frost all over the leaves and with the sun beaming down on the ground below us, steam started to rise. It provided for some really cool shots with a foggy look all around them. The kids did an awesome job and it was so fun to photograph them. I only hope that when we take the next step we are blessed with children as amazing as these two!

Meet my niece & nephew:

My Favorite Things

2010-12-01T09:25:00.005-08:00

Ok so I've been super busy and haven't posted any of the more recent family photos. Instead of doing a bunch of separate posts I've amalgamated them into one with just 1 or 2 of my fav's from each session. If you've been waiting to see your lovely child's face appear on my blog please keep scrolling!

Favorite thing #1: a sister that loves her brother

REALLY loves her brother!

Favorite thing#2: Little muffins that look like they're getting into some kind of mischief

Favorite thing#3: Little button noses that are red from the cold

Favorite thing#4: New little babies with lots of hair! (I was bald until I was almost 2!) Having a cute hair accessory always looks a little nicer on hair rather than on fuzz.

Looking forward to 2001...or...2011

2010-11-26T15:57:00.004-08:00

Ok so I have been noticing that as of recent everytime I try to type 2011, it just automatically comes out as 2001. Do I want to travel through time and relive being 18 again? No. Seeing as the timeline of my life is marked by what haircut I had during a certain event I'm trying to recall, I believe right before I turned 18 I cut off all my hair into a pixie cut and dyed it almost white blonde. Don't get me wrong, it looked awesome, but the maintenance was insane for keeping that up. Going to the hairdresser every 6 weeks is too high maintenance for me! So why am I time travel typing? I think my brain subconsciously is having trouble processing the fact that this year is almost over and that a new year is quickly approaching.
Resolutions for the New Year:
1)Get more sleep - no more staying up until 2am editing because I am excited about the photos.
2)Eat cleaner - I really want to try harder to eat organically grown and local foods, especially after watching Food Inc.
3)Be active - I seriously HATE the gym. Everytime I go I ask when I was there last, it's usually in 11 month increments - seriously. I need to cancel that membership and just get doing some kind of awesome activity.

OR as my husband so succinctly worded it: "Basically stop being a lazy couch potato" and then he rubbed a little salt in the wounds with this little number:"Eating peanut butter cups and moving your hand towards your mouth does not constitute exercise" HAHAHA what an idiot! Peanut butter has protein and moving my hand DOES burn calories... Please realize that he is sitting beside me as I write this and we are laughing at how funny/sarcastic we are together!

Thank you to everyone that I have worked with this year! It was great to get to know all of you and photograph such special times in all of your lives. I am now completely booked until the end of the year. I am looking forward to what the new year holds!

hugs - Teryn

Well Dressed for Winter Weather

2010-11-21T17:34:00.016-08:00

Saturday was a crazy day for me. I had planned 2 shoots that day and then spoke to my sister-in-law and was invited to join her on her shoot which happened to fall perfectly in between my other shoots. I made it out half way through - and the time I did get there did not disappoint!

With the onset of the cold (freezing!) weather I’ve had a lot of people ask me what they should wear, so today’s post will also serve as inspiration for 2 different winter appropriate looks. I prefer a non-monochromatic look. I like punches of colour or pattern – don’t over do it and wear a Bill Cosby sweater - but a little here and there can look amazing.

This couple did it just right. There was colour, pattern – sometimes at once – and to top it all off they are a gorgeous couple. Looking at them through my lens makes me love Love. Seeing two, well dressed, happy people who are clearly in love gives me the warm fuzzy feeling. The kind of warm fuzzies you get around Christmas when you know delicious food and presents are coming. I might put up my tree tonight to keep the warm fuzzies going!

Please check out Damara’s site for her angle from this day.

California Ice Queen

2010-11-16T23:01:00.006-08:00

So I haven't posted anything in awhile because I've been on vacation with my hubby in sunny California. After several days in Disneyland, and about 10 lbs gained in junk food, I am back to reality. Now for some reason when I go on vacation I never bring a camera anywhere. This must seem totally strange. Maybe it's because I don't want to be that person that is dragging around their huge camera and lens (sometimes even a tripod) through the line of a ride in Disneyland. When I see these people I think they're crazy - lugging everything onto the Peter Pan ride to snap a quick photo of the back of your kid's head. I'm sure I will enjoy being this crazy person once I do have children, but for now while I'm childless - I will also be cameraless on vacation. I did bring my camera which sat in the room the entire time only to be unleashed on the Saturday before I left. Glorious Saturday. I got to spend the whole day with Kamee, a wonderful person and photographer based in Corona, CA. Kamee is A.MA.ZING. She is beautiful inside and out and is a fabulous photographer. She and Katrina from Kitsch coordinated a shoot of a beautiful couple. The inspiration behind the look of our model Maria, was an 'Ice Queen'. Bright, soft, a bit whimsy, but with a touch of cool. (Check out the icey looks she can give - those beautiful eyes!) But instead of snow there was sand, beautiful white sand. I love California. Only there can you get beautiful light like this. Plus it's an added bonus that our model Maria is absolutely stunning!

Child Photography - Langley, BC

2010-11-02T09:17:00.003-07:00

My wonderful friend from Bub Love
and I decided to brave the windy weather last Saturday and photograph her Bubs playing outside.

Happy Halloween!

2010-10-28T21:56:00.001-07:00

Yup. This just happened.

My Little Lady

2010-10-26T21:12:00.003-07:00

Little girls, they grow up so fast. Madison has brought so much joy into my life. Her terrible breath, incessant barking when the door bell rings, and an inability to refrain from licking your face when within your general vicinity. Other than these minor issues Maddy is my little boopsie and I love her SO MUCH. (I'm talking about my dog if you haven't already figured it out) She is the best snuggler when you're sick, guard dog at 4am when a raccoon is rummaging through your garbage, tattle tale on the cat when he jumps on the counter, and pretty much the best little muffin ever. Maddy has just turned another year older and I'm hoping that someone comes up with some life extending drugs for pets or a cheaper price on cloning soon. I'm totally kidding. The love we share is enough to last a million dog years!

Maddy's favorite toy is this little hedgehog. Her toys (or dollies as we like to call them) are well cared for. She only gently chews them until their noses are just hanging by a few threads.

The last time we took her in to the groomer they left her tail obnoxiously long and it has only become more ridiculous. Here Maddy is flaunting her exotic plumage.

Here Maddy is asking me with her eyes if we can make popcorn with loads of butter & salt on it and watch The Sound of Music. We are going to sing all the words to every song and afterwards we will most likely look into changing our legal name to Von Trapp

Halloween Candy – My Nemesis

2010-10-26T15:05:00.001-07:00

Dear Halloween Candy,

Please stop being so delicious. – SERIOUSLY!!! What is it about a mini Mars bar that makes it significantly better than a normal sized one?! I would never crave, let alone purchase a Mars bar. I’m more of an ‘eat a whole large bag of Smartfood Popcorn to myself’ kind of a person. However, after you read the ingredients and caloric value you realize there is absolutely nothing ‘smart’ about it.
This mini Mars bar addiction started after the wonderful woman working in the Grocery store line-up let us in on a little secret: “when you purchase $100 worth of groceries, you get a free box of Halloween candy”. Now this was no simple, crappy box of candy we walked away with. It was 100 pieces of the good stuff. There is (more like was) Twix, M&M plain and peanut, Snickers, Mars, etc. When we opened the box to just have a few and save the rest for trick-or-treaters, it was never my intention to eat 30 mini Mars bars.
Now I’m like a junkie searching for another hit of Mars bar. Piling them up in front of me and devouring them one by one, only to be left with a sad looking mound of empty wrappers. It must be the chocolate to caramel to nougat-stuff ratio.
A large Mars bar has an inadequate amount of chocolate to each bite of other aforementioned stuff. When given the smaller portions of caramel and nougat, one would assume that it would taste just like a regular Mars bar BUT, if you consider the mini bars to be ‘bite size’ (and you shove the whole thing in your mouth like I do) then technically each bite is coated in chocolate, therefore making it a more delicious result. I can't fit a whole regular size Mars bar in my mouth, so it can not be considered bite size. If we consider deliciousness to be the only true unit of measure in this case,
then: caramel+nougat/chocolate= delicious
Now if you eat as many as I did, the above equation would look more like this:
caramel+nougat/chocolate x 30= I need an intervention

Cathy & Lorne - Fort Langley Wedding

2010-10-20T11:44:00.008-07:00

Cathy & Lorne have known each other for a long time and by a long time I mean a loooooooooong time. Let me just say that this wedding has been about 13 years in the making. I knew my husband for not much longer than 6 months before we were engaged. Then I married him a year and a half later. Cathy & Lorne started dating in high school. I love that they have such a long history with one another. All of their family and friends have watched them grow as a couple over the years and watching the expressions on their faces as they witnessed this marriage was priceless. The weather was beautiful, the speeches were exceptionally entertaining, and the couple looked stunning to top it all off. Married life has finally arrived! – enjoy!

This is the 'we just got married' pose

I know I already posted this one, but I felt like it deserved to go up again

Fort Langley Wedding

2010-10-19T07:52:00.000-07:00

Many more to come soon on this... but just one that I loved.

My Last Name(s)

2010-10-19T07:35:00.001-07:00

My last name is Lee. Not my middle name. It’s my last name… well it's technically my maiden name. My married name just doesn’t have the same ring to it: Teryn Moe Photography vs. Teryn Lee Photography. That’s right. MOE. Is it just me or does Moe sound a little gangster? Maybe I should keep it straight street and officially change my name to T-Moe, recycle an old Beatnuts song and lay down a track called Teryn From The Block. I will wear tight pants with bling on the pockets and a big faux fur jacket, with sunglasses that have the snowboard goggle effect when I smile. It will be epic.
Unfortunately, this is just wishful thinking. What will happen in reality is: people will start calling me Moe, like Moe from the Simpsons. That’s my husband’s nickname. Everyone, besides family, calls him that. My good friend didn’t even know his real first name until months after I had met him when I was talking about this guy Damian and she was like: “Who is that?” Honestly.
I’ve tried to convince my husband to take my last name but he doesn’t seem to fall for my tricks. Telling him things like: “Damian Lee sounds like a movie star’s name” just doesn’t seem to work.
I’ve decided not to worry about it until we start thinking about having kids. Then maybe I will consider changing it so that my kids don’t pester me with a question that I don’t want to answer. Why their last name is different than mommy’s? Well kiddies, it’s because mommy doesn’t want to sound too gangster-ish, but you’re going to have to deal with it. I can just picture it now… me unloading them from a mini-van… they’re walking towards their elementary school - with a giant clock on a chain around their necks, Kangol hats and Adidas track suits to polish off the look. That’s right. My kids will look like Flava Flav.

Family Photos - My Best Friend

2010-10-12T23:14:00.006-07:00

Amy is my best friend. We went to the same school, we are the same age and have known each other since we were 7. Amy is that kind of friend that it doesn't matter if you talked to her 2 days ago or 2 weeks ago, you always just pick up right where you left off. Amy is married to Wes. Wes is the same age as my husband. When we hang out together Amy and I sit and talk and Wes and Damian go and make plans to wreck different areas of the backyard with a dirt bike track. Now, the dirt bike track building hasn't actually taken place yet but it certainly doesn't stop them from testing out the dirt bikes down the street at an inappropriate time of night for such volume levels.
Damian came with me to photograph them ("only because Wes is going") and in an effort to convince Cameron of the safety of the teeter totter, they both ended up on that thing. I have a hilarious picture of them on it, but have spared them the embarrassment. I will however plot to make one of those Christmas ornaments that you can put a picture in that will suddenly appear on the tree this year.
I treasure our friendship. See you soon for an evening of Avatar and popcorn!

So Grown Up - Child Photography

2010-10-04T13:15:00.004-07:00

This family was one of the first that I photographed when I started my photography business. Over the years I have had the pleasure of photographing different phases in their lives. This little girl not only gets bigger with time, but she also gets sweeter. There just isn't enough room to describe all the cute little things she did and said on Saturday. Here are some photos to show it...

Showing us how it's done...

More to come on Monday

2010-10-02T17:22:00.000-07:00

Vancouver Wedding

2010-09-07T12:05:00.001-07:00

Here is a sneak peek from Saturday's wedding. It was a gorgeous day. It was the perfect temperature - warm. Not hot, not cold.
Thank you to the bride & groom, and your wonderful families, for letting us share in your special day.

The ceremony was at Immaculate Conception Church

The bridal party photos were taken in Yaletown

A special thank you to my second shooter Miss Damara. Isn't this photo she snapped priceless?

What a beautiful bride

And a gorgeous couple

Newborn Photography - South Surrey, BC

2010-09-03T22:36:00.003-07:00

So Momma from our last maternity shoot (pictured below) gave birth to a beautiful baby boy! This is their first baby and I was more than thrilled today to photograph this little guy. Thank you for letting me document such a joyous time in your lives!

There were a lot of smiles during this session

He is such a little snuggler

I can see in this one that he wants to turn it up to 11

Whonnock Lake Wedding

2010-09-01T00:15:00.004-07:00

Here are the rest from Janelle and Joel's Whonnock Lake Wedding. To the bride, groom and family: thank you for being so warm and welcoming, and letting us share in your special day!

Just a Few... More to Follow...

2010-08-30T06:00:00.000-07:00

Here are just a few from Sunday's wedding. I am going to try and have the full 'sneak peek' up on Wednesday. Have a wonderful Monday everyone!

Hart House Wedding

2010-08-25T06:15:00.000-07:00

What a gorgeous day it turned out to be. The weather network kept saying it would rain, but it was nothing but sunshine with the occasional cloud passing by with no threat of a downpour.
The Hart House was a great setting for this small and intimate wedding. Thank you so much for letting me be a part of your special day. It was wonderful to watch you take this step surrounded by those you love.

Just a Few...

2010-08-23T07:00:00.000-07:00

Here are just a few images from Saturday's Hart House wedding... more to come soon!!!

Bub Love for Bridal

2010-08-22T03:29:00.000-07:00

Here they are!!! The photos for BUB LOVE's new bridal jewelry!!!
My wonderful friend and creator of Bub Love has further expanded and is now creating handmade bridal jewelry! Check out her blog here: http://www.bublove.ca/

Thank you to Bub Love for providing the AMAZING jewelry!

Thank you to miss Celina for doing a stellar job (as always) with hair and makeup. Please visit her at: http://celinaseib.blogspot.com/

A special thank you to our beautiful model, who did beyond a fabulous job!

Details:
Dress: Lisa's Bridal
Flowers: were done by Flowers & Co.
Props: all props were purchased at Homesense
Veil: Treat Bridal

Bridal Jewelry - Bub Love - Sneak Peek...

2010-08-20T01:05:00.000-07:00

This is just a little look at what I have been up to - with the fabulous Bub Love...

More to come soon!!!

Newborn Session

2010-08-17T23:50:00.000-07:00

My babysitter has had another baby! As you may remember in a previous post I took some family photos for the beautiful young lady who used to have the unfortunate job of babysitting me and my sister when we were kids. She just had another beautiful baby girl (who looks so much like big sis!) and I had the privilege of photographing the recent addition. Thanks for letting me document such a special time!

This one is probably my favorite:

an attempt at an m&m mustache:

Waterpark

2010-08-17T23:35:00.000-07:00

This little guy is so sweet and smiley. He is totally brave too! He ran through that spraying water like nobody's business! It was great to watch him play and experience the benefits of the hot weather.
Might I recommend extreme caution when photographing a child at a waterpark... chasing a child around with your eye watching through a lens can result in a suddenly wet camera!
I am loving all the heat we've been having lately! I don't want it to end.

So much swagger

My Best Friend's Babes

2010-08-17T00:45:00.000-07:00

So the other day my best friend (we've been friends since we were seven!)asked me to snap a couple pics of her little ones. Now, children as they get older, don't like to stay still. There is no "we'll put you in a basket" anymore. It comes down to making the right distracting noise, comment, or mention of a treat. Fortunately we had the right combination of those things to get a few quick snaps.
C & L, I love you guys! You are so beautiful! I enjoy watching you grow and change into little wonderful people...

This one is probably my favorite:

Cake Smash

2010-08-08T01:01:00.003-07:00

Wedding at Chateau Cargill

2010-07-26T17:08:00.000-07:00

This weekend was crazy. I had a wedding Friday, a Cake Smash Saturday (and that evening I catered a wedding with my lovely friend and chef/owner of Savoury Chef), Sunday I went on an editing binge, and today I had a Shoot at the waterpark with an 18 month old. Amongst the craziness I managed to edit some of the photos from the wedding. Friday was bright, sunny and smokin hot out. I was sweating in the shade. I think I may start wearing one of those camelbak things that runners use. What's one more contraption to hang off my body during a wedding?

Maternity Session

2010-07-13T07:52:00.000-07:00

Mondays are usually dreaded at the very least by myself, and I'm sure many others, but this last Monday was different. This last Monday I did a maternity shoot at this couple's lovely home. I wish the week always kicked-off with a maternity shoot. Thanks for allowing me to capture this new stage in your life... I can't wait to meet the little one!

Look at that little peanut.

She has the most beautiful blue eyes...

Engagement

2010-06-21T22:03:00.000-07:00

A few from the weekend's engagement session

Engagement

2010-06-13T11:44:00.000-07:00

When I photograph a wedding its nice to have a second shooter. They have a different perspective, see things from a different angle, and can help you multi-task like crazy. I am lucky enough to have started out second shooting for my sister-in-law, which was how I got into doing weddings. Now, whether she likes it or not, I make her second shoot with me. I can't say enough great things about her. She always has some great ideas for posing, rocks it with the detail shots, and obviously captures some beautiful moments as well. As an added bonus - she's super fun to work with!

Yesterday I had the privilege of taking her engagement photos. It was a great day and I got to eat fish and chips - so I was extra happy. So many great things: Photos, friends, and greasy yummy food. She however, had a salad. BORING. Gotta look svelte in that wedding dress though... props to her - I can't deny the deep fried.

Congratulations on your engagement! I am so happy for you both!

Newborn Session

2010-05-15T17:30:00.000-07:00

So remember the maternity session with the chair and gold shoes? (if not, I so conveniently posted an image from it below this paragraph) Well J & T had their beautiful baby boy, and today I got to photograph the little cutie!

SMILES!!!

Wedding - Part 2

2010-05-13T00:52:00.001-07:00

Ok so turns out there are a few more pictures I wanted to share from this wedding...

Vintage Inspired Engagement Session

2010-05-09T23:50:00.000-07:00

an engagement shoot for a couple of old souls... gotta have the style and the vintage processing to match! Can't wait to photograph the wedding!

Basket Case

2010-05-04T17:44:00.000-07:00

I love my best friend's kids, they are so happy and pleasant. Its great getting to watch them grow up and document different stages in their young lives. Thanks for the great day yesterday!

She actually did this all on her own!!! Practicing for a career as a model? I think so!

Then big brother wants in on the basket action. Obviously the shirt must come off as well:

Then cousin Maddy wanted to join in on the basket fun. Well... maybe more like forced into the basket. Fun. Maddy took off her top too, but left her collar on as she gets embarrassed easily in her naked fur.

My Hubby's Best Friend's Wedding

2010-04-26T10:03:00.000-07:00

Well it was an amazing wedding! Even with rain, its hard to get a bad photo of these two lookers. I had so many photos I wanted to post - I really had to pare it down - I didn't want to entirely ruin the element of surprise. I was thinking I wanted to 'tell the story' and show a few of my favs, but in doing so I realized a few turned to 36. So here is the short version...

Happy Face

2010-04-18T19:17:00.000-07:00

The little guy from this morning was so sweet and all smiles. I had a great time photographing him. I'm thinking he must have found my crazy hair mesmerizing because there was no need for distracting toys to get his attention. Either that or I had some food stuck in it I didn't know about...

Beautiful Bling

2010-04-11T21:36:00.000-07:00

All jewelry worn by the 'bride' is custom designed and handmade. This is awesome stuff if you are looking for something special for your big day. I know I had a hard time finding something substantial enough, but still simple and classic looking - these pieces are perfect.
You can find more of these sweet pieces at: www.sweetpiece.com
Dress: Nicole Miller
Bouquet was made by: Flowers & Co. - Langley, BC
Special thanks to my gorgeous model - Celina

Frosting Mustache

2010-04-03T11:47:00.000-07:00

My good friend (and the creative mind behind Bub Love) has a little one with a birthday coming up. So obviously we want to celebrate this occasion by capturing him with frosting all over his face.

I love the Blue Mustache

Big Sis getting in on the sugar action
OK she actually did this without any coaching. I think all we had to say was: "If you're good, you can have cake too" - and then this pose happened.

Wedding - Coquitlam, BC

2010-03-21T21:42:00.000-07:00

I was a little concerned when I woke up this morning to rain pouring down. It was miserable for hours... and suddenly the rain stopped... just long enough to take this beautiful couple's wedding photos!

Expecting

2010-03-15T21:06:00.000-07:00

I always expect to have fun when photographing this family and yesterday was no exception. They were some of my first clients when I began photographing and its so nice to watch their beautiful family grow. I can't wait to meet the new addition!

comparing bellies
there will soon be one more at this table... celebrating with plastic cake

So Dreamy

2010-03-14T15:47:00.000-07:00

This newborn was off in lala land immediately and it lasted pretty much the entire shoot... so awesome. There's just something about a sleeping baby... so peaceful.

Big Sis

Fabulous Freckles

2010-02-22T18:28:00.000-08:00

I love freckles. They are such a gorgeous rarity. I wish mine went beyond the bridge of my nose. I would also like to be 12 again, but I think freckles are somehow more attainable than a time machine...

Animated for Argyle

2010-02-16T22:07:00.000-08:00

Now, those of you that know me realize that I am quite sarcastic. Or if you have read any of my other posts you would have caught on. It runs in the family ("thanks mom"-said with sarcasm)I also love doing things that would at first, to the untrained eye, appear ridiculous. However despite this photo-shoot's odd flair, it captures the essence of: a) my love for the Boopsie, b) the nerdy argyle sweater that was purchased by my mother at Superstore, and
c) the tacky portraits that are proudly showcased among the dusty shelves in my grandmas condo across from the Bingo Palace.
At the bottom of each photo I will write what I believe was taking place at the time each photo was taken. These are all self portraits taken on a tripod.

Just a lot of loving and laughing. We are both thinking about what great friends we are and what we will eat for dinner later.

In this one I have told a funny joke and Maddy is looking for a tissue to dry her eyes because she has started crying from laughing so hard. I am delighted.

In this unforseen family photo, the cat has lept at me with rage and is trying to swallow my body whole, like a man eating snake. Maddy winces with fear, but I have sensed his plot, and managed to free my arms which, documented in unseen photos, pry his large, hairy, snake-cat body off of my glorious sweater.

Marshmallow Bandit

2010-02-15T16:04:00.000-08:00

Today I walked to the park with my best friend and her 2 little ones. Her son is at the age where they know to plead for what they want and if they don't get it... well, a meltdown ensues. Today it was marshmallows that he wanted. Once he saw them we were doomed. "Can I has a Marbewo?" "Pweese?" "Pweese?" "Come on..." I love kids at this age (I'm serious). Their ability to basically black-mail you really starts to shine: Give me the marshmallow or everyone at this park is going to witness an intense breakdown. I'm sure once I have my own children I may change my mind and opt for a different favorite age. He has also taken to calling me Auntie Boopsie, so obviously I don't care what he does because that's just awesome.

"GIVE ME ALL YOUR MARSHMALLOWS LADY!!!"

Clearly wanting a faster spin than the one required for this photograph: 1 mile/per hour.

This is a sliding professional if I've ever seen one.

Here's the other little one - too young to have tasted sweet marshmallow goodness.

The Boops

2010-02-12T17:10:00.000-08:00

As many people know, I love my dog. She is the best! Who wouldn't want to come home to someone super excited to see you no matter how long you've been gone? 20 minutes, 2 hours, 2 days... the boops doesn't care. She still has the same amount of excited freak-out when I get home. So, with Valentine's Day just around the corner I guess someone had the idea that everyone on Facebook should change their profile pic to one of them with their significant other and in their status write how long they've been together. Well if you've seen my profile picture in these past few months it is a picture of me holding my dog. So hopefully people haven't taken notice and will think that I've posted a picture of me and Madison in honour of Valentine's Week on Facebook. If you haven't been creeping through my blog and found the pictures of Madison, here is a picture of the fluff:

The poor little fluff is in need of a trim. Note the centre part and I think those are officially bangs. Yes, that's right, my dog has bangs.

Evening Wedding

2010-01-19T00:20:00.000-08:00

Right after getting back from California I had a wedding shoot at the Chan Centre in Vancouver. If any of you remember... Saturday was a beautiful day EXCEPT this was an evening wedding. Just having come back from Cali was like going from one extreme to the other - outdoor, sunny - to cold and dark - and it even started to rain (of course!)on my way out there. Well what do you do when you shoot with less than desirable lighting?... you put that giant sippy-cup looking thing called a Light Sphere on your flash so that people will for sure smile in the pictures because they are all laughing at you. Despite the funny looks, I highly recommend it:

http://store.garyfonginc.com/lsu-cloud.html

Pics 4,5&6 are with just ambient lighting for a more grainy effect. Anyways here are some pictures from that evening. PS: the groom got up with the band and sang to his bride! Priceless!

Strawberry Sunshine

2010-01-17T14:32:00.000-08:00

So today I learned a valuable lesson: if you sit nicely with your brother - you get to go to Wal-Mart and pick out a giant chocolate heart. Sounds like a good deal to me! Unfortunately I wasn't in the photos, but this little miss did such a good job she must be making any passer-by children jealous with her treat right now!

Wedding Workshop - Orange County, CA

2010-01-16T15:26:00.000-08:00

This past week I flew to California and dragged my husband along (his only reason for coming was a day promised in Disney Land). Well I ended up getting a cold a few nights before we left and was mostly miserable the whole time, however I tried to suck it up and not be too much of a princess - do they allow princesses on Space Mountain? The result was that I was able to attend what I had flown down for: an amazing workshop in OC with the wonderful, Jessica Claire. My brain is full of knowledge (and cold medication) so now I will take this new found knowledge and sneeze it all over this blog - figuratively speaking. Enjoy!

Special Thanks To:
Jessica Claire, http://www.jessicaclaire.net

Event Design, Production, Vendor Coordination, Bride & Bridesmaid Styling, Graphic Design: Lollipop Events & Designs (www.ilovelollipops.com; www.ilovelolliblog.com)

Floral Design & Groom Styling: Isari Flower Studio

Hair & Makeup: Vivian Tran, All Made Up: http://www.allmadeupteam.com

Rentals: Fete Accompli (www.feteaccomplievents.com)

Dinnerware, Flatware, Flutes & China: Bloomingdales (www.bloomingdales.com)

Gowns: Joan Shum Bridal (www.joanshum.com)

Groom Suits: Bloomingdales (www.bloomingdales.com)

Cake Designer: Erica O’Brien Cake Design
(www.ericaobrien.com)

Upcycled Vintage Bridal Jewelry, Accessories & Heirloom Jeweled Bouquet:
Noaki Jewelry (www.noakijewelry.com and www.noaki.etsy.com)

Bridesmaid Dress: Swoon (www.swoondress.com)

Bridal Headpieces & Bridesmaid Bolero Jacket: Alisa Benay (www.alisabenay.com)

The gorgeous model: Troy & Aimee Grover: http://blog.troygrover.com/

Message Box Favors: Lucky Bug Handmade Paper Delights(http://www.etsy.com/shop/HBeliveaux)

Other thanks to: Be Inspired Public Relations: (http://www.beinspiredpr.com/)

First Shoot This Year...

2010-01-03T14:28:00.000-08:00

Well it's January 3rd and I'm back to work... the holidays came and went, too quickly, but I'm happy to be behind my camera again. Today was my first maternity shoot of 2010, and I thoroughly enjoyed it! What a great family - I can't wait to meet the new addition!

Bub Love's Bubs

2009-11-28T15:23:00.000-08:00

My good friend, who happens to be the creative mind behind Bub Love, came over this weekend with her beautiful family to have some photos taken. Here are some samples of my fav's.

Guy Smiley

2009-11-21T19:21:00.000-08:00

This little man was so happy the whole time! He did so well - so did his mommy... She should get an award for being one of the best baby entertainers!

Brown Eyed Beauty

2009-11-15T15:27:00.000-08:00

Fun Family!

2009-11-14T17:38:00.000-08:00

My husband's childhood friend has grown up from the days of when they would explode dog doodoo with firecrackers and started an amazing family that would never get into such trouble! Oh the childhood stories they have... lots of laughs today!

BUB LOVE

2009-11-11T00:50:00.000-08:00

Teryn Lee Photography is proud to join forces with BUB LOVE!

The owner of BUB LOVE is a very talented and creative close friend of mine. She hand makes all of her products and uses only the finest quality designer fabrics as well as custom makes beautiful sterling silver bracelets.

With all Teryn Lee Photography packages, you receive $5 off your next purchase of $40 or more from BUB LOVE!

Nursing Covers, Blankets, Sterling Silver Bracelets - Custom Infant & Child Sewing & More!

Contact: bublove.forbabies@yahoo.ca / 604-838-0088 http://bubloveforbabies.blogspot.com

Contact: bublove.forbabies@yahoo.ca / 604-838-0088

Babysitter

2009-11-08T08:40:00.000-08:00

Its hard to believe that time has gone by this fast. It feels like only yesterday that this lovely lady and her sisters were babysitting me and my sister. Now everyone is all grown up with kids of their own. What a privilege to take photos of this beautiful family!

CASTING CALL!!!

2009-11-05T14:14:00.000-08:00

Hey Everyone!!!

I am looking for a little one (child can be any age) to work with me on a fun idea I have for a photo-shoot!

I'm looking for someone with FRECKLES!

If you or anyone you know is interested, please send me an email with a recent photo of your little one to: info@terynleephotography.com

As with all casting calls, the session fee is waived and prints are 50% off for the chosen child’s parents or family.

Casting Call will close on November 8th/09 @ 11:59PM

THANKS!!!

Teryn

Cuties from this weekend

2009-11-01T22:57:00.000-08:00

These two have grown so much since I did Avery's newborn photos. They are really starting to look alike! They both have the same beautiful blue eyes. Gorgeous kids!

Born on Halloween

2009-10-26T00:29:00.000-07:00

How cool is it to have your birthday on Halloween? You always have an excuse to have a costume party! This little guy was all smiles. I would be too if I got to wear his super awesome Halloween costume!

Friendliest looking Lion I've ever seen...

I wish I had her engery...

2009-10-26T00:20:00.000-07:00

Now I know that most children have tons of energy, but I've never seen anything like this before... She could have jumped up and down for a full hour. Non-stop. No joke. She didn't say much though, so it was more of an interpretive jump. Everything she wanted to say in the form of jumping. What a great little girl! I had so much fun photographing her!

Give us a twirl

Full of giggles

"my future is so bright, I gotta wear shades"

Sweet Little Sisters

2009-10-24T17:41:00.000-07:00

Team Sugar!

Sugar induced dancing

Searching for treasure

What a gorgeous girlie!

Milk Induced Slumber

2009-10-18T15:49:00.000-07:00

Lil' Lily

2009-10-18T15:17:00.000-07:00

Seeing Spots

2009-10-12T10:34:00.000-07:00

Little Princess, Big Throne

2009-10-11T17:23:00.000-07:00

Rub-A-Dub-Dub a Sweetie in the Tub!

2009-10-05T21:40:00.000-07:00

Seriously who wouldn't want to splash around in a giant tub filled with bubbles? Its as though you can make a giant mess but it equals nothing but cleanliness. I was jealous. Next reno I want a big soaker. Remember how fun it was to make bubble hats and beards when you were a little kid? If anything, this will inspire good hygiene.

they smell like they should taste good...

taking things seriously now, the cloth comes out

trying to blow the never ending bubbles off

just making a bubble hat and dress... notice the detail in that hat. Its more of a beret.

towel time

Engagement

2009-09-27T23:48:00.001-07:00

My best friend's little sister is all grown up. She is getting married next summer and I had the privilage of doing her engagement shots. Great job today guys!

Delicious Sugar

2009-09-26T19:34:00.000-07:00

How green can you make your tongue?

Delicious ice cream. nom nom nom

I wanted these to have an old-school feel. Like they were out of an old ice cream ad from the 50's.

Pretty in Pink

2009-09-21T14:41:00.000-07:00

These are just a few of my favorites from yesterday's shoot. She was so fierce in that tutu...

Family Photo Shoot

2009-09-11T00:03:00.000-07:00

Here are some pics of my cake smash girlie pre-frosting face.

Caelynn wanted nothing more than to just play with the rocks. If only they were safe.

First Birthday - Cake Smash!

2009-08-30T17:57:00.000-07:00

What better way to celebrate a birthday than snarfing some delicious cake?

Delicious cake nom nom nom!

CASTING CALL!!!!!

2009-08-26T21:13:00.000-07:00

Hey Everyone!!!

I am looking for a little one (age 2-3 years) to work with me on a fun idea I have for a photo-shoot! I have a few ideas that I would love to try with a little cutie patootie, so if you or someone you know has a child within or close to that age range, please send me an email with a recent photo of your little one to: info@terynleephotography.com

As with all casting calls, the session fee is waived and prints or a digital collection are 50% off for the chosen child’s parents or family.

Casting Call will close on September 6th/09 @ 11:59PM

THANKS!!!

Family shoot

2009-08-23T22:16:00.000-07:00

I definitely sang 'Baby Beluga' while holding my camera in one hand and an Eeyore stuffed animal in the other. I think I'm going to add that to my services offered: will sing Baby Beluga to ensure your child smiles.

Amy - Maternity Shoot

2009-08-23T21:38:00.000-07:00

Here are some pics I took of my best friend Amy. She is pregnant with her second child. Her son is almost 2, so she is going to be one busy girl once the baby is born!

Lilies are her favorite.

Cameron was a little grumpy so this took a bit of coercion... kisses