I can honestly say that 2009 was probably the best year of my life in terms of growth and maturity. It’s been a blessing to meet the people I have and the relationships I’ve gained as a result. The many lessons I’ve learned and insights insights I’ve acquired along the way to me feels so invaluable that I wouldn’t trade anyway of it away for the best camera equipment on the market. And now as I think of what lies ahead for 2010, I can’t help but smile because I know that it’s going to be awesome.
As far as photography goes, this year was nothing short of amazing. I feel like I’ve shot more amazing images this year than the previous 3 years combined (not to mention spending more hours in front of the computer touching up photos as a result), and I’m loving my craft more and more with each and every photography related experience, whether it be s photo shoot, photography book or blog entry I’ve read, work from really amazing photographers I’ve looked at, or mentors I’ve spoken to. After all, in the end it’s not about the equipment you have or even how much you know about the rules of photographic composition. It’s about how much you love your craft.
In the same spirit as another photographer friend of mine whose work I follow closely, I thought I’d share with you guys some of my favorite images from this past year. Images that have been branded with the Vivid Moments logo belong to our wedding website which can be accessed in the “links” section.
Definitely one of the best actor's headshots I've taken this year. His eyes say everything.
I love the softness of this image. The only thing missing from this image is some wind to lift her hair.
Definitely one of my favorite images taken in a studio. The soft mood of this image evokes a feeling of almost complete innocence
This was from a Japanese Kimono style creative shoot this past summer. I remember that I walked away with about 27 mosquito bites at the end of the night. Since then i always carry a can of Off-Spray for photo shoots.
This adorable little girl saw my pilates ball and just went for it. It made for a nice prop!
Cutest baby I've shot with my camera to date.
I was taking pictures of the entire family and out of nowhere she comes running to me! I was able to steal this shot right before she fell in front of me.
My favorite image from this set. The idea to kneel was the groom's. This was taken at Stanley Park.
The minute we ran into these colorful leaves we knew something had to stop by for pictures. Taken at Minoru Park.
My favorite engagement shot from the set I took with this couple. The weather, colors, and moment was just perfect. Photo taken at Trout Lake in Vancouver.
I made an entry about this picture alone a while back. I hope to capture another image like this one day.
Well that’s all! Bless you all and happy 2010!
Boy were we relieved!
