Laura Reive Photography Blog

Happy Mother’s Day

Laura — Fri, 11 May 2012 21:53:02 +0000

Noah came home from school today cradling a decorated paper bag and pretty much bursting with excitement. He hinted that the object in the bag was “sort of alive but not a furry pet” and said it would “need water on Sunday morning.” His smile, the fact that he literally could not wait until Sunday for me to open it, how he insisted I peek right away and rocked side-to-side beaming as I exclaimed over my new flower, the way he proudly carried that pot into the kitchen, pulled out a chair and placed it up on the window sill – this is why I love Mother’s Day, whatever day it happens to fall on.

For all the mamas, I hope your day is as sweet as a leftover foil-wrapped Easter egg gifted in the palm of an outstretched hand, a plate of chocolate chip cookies as breakfast in bed, a peanut-buttery kiss on the cheek. I wish you the best kind of gifts on the planet: a crayoned picture of stick figures with their mouths attached to their eyes, a hug, a handful of dandelions, a carefully scripted acrostic poem…or perhaps, a petunia in an “I love you” pot that will tug on your heartstrings forever.

Orchard Mini Session Event

Laura — Sun, 06 May 2012 17:57:56 +0000

I am so excited to be offering Mini Sessions (for the first time!) in our exclusive orchard location this year and I’m crossing my fingers for lots of blossoms on the trees! Fun, easygoing sessions (for baby, child, couple or up to 4 family members) will take place in the afternoon on Saturdays, May 19th and 26th. Perhaps you’ve been wanting to invest in a full session but haven’t been ready or you’d like to have some beautiful, updated portraits in a gorgeous setting ~ now is a great time to book. To reserve your spot for the Orchard Mini Session Event, contact me soon. Spaces are limited.

One Year Cake Smash | Barrie Baby Photographer

Laura — Wed, 02 May 2012 12:34:54 +0000

“How time flies.”

“They grow so fast.”

“It seems like yesterday…”

The thing is, as parents, we can’t get away from constantly being reminded of how short a day is, how fast a few weeks slip by. Our little ones are rulers when it comes to measuring the passage of time, from their first haircut, first taste of sweet potato, first “bye-bye,” first car (think plastic wheels and smaller than a grocery cart…for now), first steps, first day of school…and countless more. Baby’s 1st birthday rolls around in a blink after a year of whirlwind firsts; it’s a great time to capture his/her growing personality. These images are from last year of Miss Lauryn very daintily digging into her cake. It wasn’t her style to smash it to bits and that was just fine, just as memorable, and so very Lauryn. She recently became a proud big sister (images to come!) and will soon turn 2. Time flies. I can’t help saying so!

If you’d like to book custom portraits of your little one’s 1st, contact laura@laurareivephotography.com ~ I’d love to hear from you.

Cameron | Barrie Baby Photographer

Laura — Sat, 28 Apr 2012 13:47:48 +0000

Cameron came to see me when she was almost 7 months old and beginning to get the hang of sitting up. She has the cutest cheeks ever, the most suiting heart-shaped birthmark and such a gentle, inquisitive personality. Cameron was definitely a serious little one but gave me plenty of cheeky grins too. Sheila and Brandon, it was such a pleasure to reconnect and spend the morning with you and your beautiful baby girl.

Carmen | Collingwood Newborn Photographer

Laura — Mon, 23 Apr 2012 13:00:07 +0000

“Wonder of wonders: so soft, sweet, and small.” ~Helen Steiner Rice

Beautiful Carmen Hope was 8 days old at her session. She was pure sugar.

Charlie | Barrie Newborn Photographer

Laura — Sun, 15 Apr 2012 23:07:48 +0000

Oh sweet, cuddly Charlie. He had just a bit of soft, light hair and lovely features. Calm filled the room as he closed his eyes and slept, warm, secure, so deeply loved.

Adele | Elmvale Newborn Photographer

Laura — Tue, 10 Apr 2012 13:30:43 +0000

Oh how I love newborns, each one so unique, born with their own special story. Miss Adele was 8 lbs 13 ounces with gorgeous dark hair and the-best-ever squishy, beautiful lips. Her dad brought some very meaningful props to celebrate his daughter’s Cree heritage – sweet baby girl, brand new addition to the Eagle Nest clan. Sarah and Joey, thanks so much for choosing me to capture Adele’s newborn portraits. I look forward to watching her grow.

Brothers | Toronto Family Photographer

Laura — Fri, 06 Apr 2012 15:03:51 +0000

Gavin and Oliver were two of the sweetest brothers I’ve ever had the pleasure of photographing. At about a month old, Oliver was bright and calm, content for our whole session. It was easy to see that Gavin adores him…perhaps almost as much as he loves trains.

Adrian & Addison | Barrie Baby Photographer

Laura — Wed, 04 Apr 2012 01:45:24 +0000

Lucky me to spend a morning with these sweet siblings, big brother Adrian, almost 2, and little sister Addison, nearing 4 months. Little charmers, the pair of them.

Jeron ~ Little Dragon | Markham Newborn Photographer

Laura — Sat, 24 Mar 2012 01:37:52 +0000

Did you know that it is currently the Year of the Dragon? A lucky year, a year of opportunity and positive change. The dragon is a symbol of optimism and strength; people born under this Chinese zodiac sign are said to be full of energy – perfectly suiting for Jeron’s arrival. He came to see me for one of my newborn model sessions and I was so pleased to meet this amazing little soul. He was feisty, alert, and definitely a contender for one of the strongest. For most of his session he preferred to be stretched out…and wide awake with a beautiful, intense gaze. When he did close his eyes for just a few moments of very light snoozing, he smiled at us…as if asleep on a pile of treasure.