Jacoba Rose Photography by Renee Robinson

Life got Crazy

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Sat, 08 Oct 2011 16:45:00 +0000

In case anyone is wondering, I am still planning on updating this little ol' blog. I've just been busy getting caught up from this crazy summer. The most insane summer of my life so far. It started off with us moving from Vermilion back to our home town St. Paul, making a (long) trip to Saskatoon, and shooting my first wedding of the year... all in one week! We tried to squeeze in as much fun and family time as possible between all the weddings and other commitments and we did manage to really enjoy it. :) Then the summer ended with our daughter Kyra starting kindergarten! Any mom (or parent) knows how huge that is. This summer brought many big changes and I've been so fortunate to have met so many wonderful people and shared so many memories.
Until I'm caught up and all my clients receive their images, this poor little ol' blog is gonna have to wait. Until then, have a peek at what to expect coming up. And you can always "like" my facebook page at https://www.facebook.com/JacobaRosePhotography to see what I've been up to.

Huge HUGE thank you to all my awesome, amazing clients for trusting me to capture some of the most important moments of your lives. Thanks to you, my business has grown much much quicker than I ever expected. Which leads me to thank you for your patience & understanding as I'm finding my groove with all the new changes in both my personal & business worlds.
THANK YOU!!!

Michelle & Jamison - Edmonton Engagement Photography

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 19:24:00 +0000

I had a great time getting to know this couple. And they did so great despite being shaken up from being in a car accident shortly before our session. Don't worry, no one was hurt, but it's never fun!
This session took place on the same crazy-windy day as Heather & David's session. I was hoping the wind would die down a little bit, but I think it actually just kept getting worse. At one point, as I was kneeling & leaning to get a photo, it actually blew me over. No joke. Tiny bit embarrassing, but at least we had a good laugh about it! We first headed to the Legislature where Jamison works. Despite living in/near Edmonton for nearly 10 years, I don't think I've actually been to the Legislature grounds since our school field trip (in grade 6 maybe?). No wonder so many people get their photos done there, it's beautiful! Then we headed downtown again to hide from the wind by the tall buildings.
Thanks again Michelle & Jamison! I can't wait for your August wedding.

Heather & David - St. Paul, AB Engagement Photos - Edmonton

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 00:08:00 +0000

I met up with Heather & David in Edmonton back in May on probably the windiest day.... ever. I think the wind blew me the whole way to Edmonton. I was a tiny bit worried how the shoot would go with that crazy wind, but we managed to get a little creative, wait for the right timing between gusts and find a little shelter. We started in their back alley at their condo near Whyte Ave, then headed to the river valley, where the wind was just a little too insane,and lastly, we went downtown where the buildings helped us out a lot!
I'm looking forward to their August wedding in St. Paul!

Raynelle - St. Paul, Alberta Family Photography

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Sun, 10 Jul 2011 04:29:00 +0000

My beautiful sister-in-law Raynelle...
I'm so excited to have a new niece or nephew very very soon!
We did this "session" a few weeks ago, super super quick. And by super quick, I mean in about 10 minutes... and it reminded me again.... there are very good reasons why I don't bring my kids to sessions with me! We had them over for a BBQ and thought we would try to get a few maternity pictures in. We were all outside with too many toys so of course Deklyn didn't want to sit still for pictures! Anyway, we managed to sneak a few at least. I cannot wait to meet the new Robinson Bundle :)

At least we got one with Deklyn! You can see how enthused he was about photos. haha. love him!

My life - St. Paul, AB Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Wed, 22 Jun 2011 19:29:00 +0000

We are finally getting settled into our new (and old) home in our new (and old) town ;)
Everything is still a little coo-coo crazy with our schedules and (lack-of) routines. So while I'm a little behind, I still make sure to keep my family first. My absolute #1 priority is my girls. All the giggling, screaming, hugging, whining, goofiness, messiness, cuteness & beautifulness that are my girls. I'm so thankful to have clients who understand and have been so patient while I'm catching up after the move :)
I will be posting sneak peeks of the family/children/engagement sessions and two weddings as I catch up in the next few weeks. Stay tuned! In the meantime, I thought I would share a little of the craziness that I call my life ;)

Noel's - St. Paul, Alberta Child Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Wed, 11 May 2011 20:46:00 +0000

Angela contacted me awhile ago requesting 9-month photos of her little guy Ryan. After a few failed attempts at getting together due to crazy weather and crazier sicknesses and skin rashes, we finally managed to arrange it..... but it turned into a 10-month session instead ;)

I'm reminded once again how quickly time passes. Last time I saw Angela was at Janelle & Greg's wedding last June when she still had little Ryan in her beautiful baby belly! Both Ethan & Ryan are just adorable. I love all Ryan's many facial expressions. And Ethan was such a polite, happy little guy. It was a fun morning with a fantastic family. Looking forward to getting together again :)

Carley & Curtis Engagment - Vermilion, Alberta Wedding Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Wed, 04 May 2011 19:19:00 +0000

It was such a pleasure to meet Carley & Curtis for their engagement session. We chatted over email and phone over the last few months, but it was so nice to meet them in person :) They were really easy-going and a lot of fun. Oh, and I love love love Carley's very unique ring (I think they said they got it in Jamaica?)

I'm looking forward to their June wedding in Hardisty, AB. It's coming up quick!

Stephanie & Corey Engagment Session - Elk Point/St. Paul, Alberta Wedding Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 20:41:00 +0000

Corey & Stephanie's wedding in May will kick off my 2011 wedding season! We met in Lloydminster for their engagement session. We wandered around Bud Miller Park with their boys Nathan & Brayden... who were so well behaved and (mostly) listened when asked not to splash in the puddles ;) hee hee.

It was a beautiful day, but still pretty wet & snowy at the park! Silly me was a little too excited for spring and decided to wear my "breathable" runners instead of boots. Meaning my feet were SOAKED, haha. So I made a quick stop at Walmart (squish squish squish) on the way home for some fresh socks ;)
Even with my babbling, they still made it to the mall in time to pick up Corey's wedding band before heading back to Meadow Lake, SK.

I love this family and I'm so excited for their wedding in Elk Point/St. Paul in May!

Reception Books - Lakeland Alberta Wedding Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Tue, 08 Mar 2011 21:03:00 +0000

I received my sample reception book yesterday! I'm so excited to now offer these to wedding clients. The standard "sign on the line" guest books are so often left neglected after a wedding. With these books, your guests can enjoy looking through your engagement photos, then leave a message and signature right inside it. After your wedding, you can enjoy reading all those messages and share the beautiful completed album with friends & family.

a few details:

customized photo cover
customized design, colours & wording
thick, strong pages for long-lasting durability
lay flat pages (no gutter or groove in the middle)
quick turnaround
10-20 page spreads (this one is 10)

Deklyn is one whole year old!!! - Lakeland Alberta Baby Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 16:17:00 +0000

Our little nephew Deklyn celebrated his first birthday in January already. Man, do I love taking his photos! Those eyes.... oh, those eyes.... Now if only you could hear him. :) LOVE this kid :)

Helping Hearts - Lakeland Alberta Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Sun, 06 Feb 2011 18:53:00 +0000

I am so honoured to be a part of Helping Hearts. They (we) provide free photo sessions for families with a sick child. The family will also receive a disc of images and an 8x10 print.
If you know of anyone that could benefit, please direct them to www.helping-hearts.ca.

Thanks!

Kari & Zack - St. Paul Alberta Engagement Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Sat, 29 Jan 2011 00:12:00 +0000

I met up with Kari & Zack this past weekend for their engagement session at Kari's parents place north of Mallaig, AB. I was really looking forward to meeting them both. Kari & I had emailed back & forth making arrangements and discussing ideas for their shoot. It was their first ever session with a photographer so even though they were excited for it, they admitted they were a little nervous, but they did fantastic! It was a little different and definitely slower trudging through 4 feet of snow with crazy winds, but it was a blast!

Kari & Zack, thanks for being awesome ;) I can't wait for your wedding in July!

Favorites of 2010 - Lakeland Alberta Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Sun, 16 Jan 2011 05:14:00 +0000

Check out my facebook page for the Favorites of 2010 Contest!
The contest ends on Jan 31st.
1st place: 20x30 gallery wrap canvas (winner may choose their favourite photo from their session)
2nd place: $100 gift certificate
And one “voter” from each of the winning photos will win a $50 gift certificate towards a future session.

Sarah & Derreck - Elk Point Alberta Wedding Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Sun, 09 Jan 2011 23:21:00 +0000

Sarah & Derreck had a beautiful winter wedding on December 11th in Elk Point. Prior to the wedding, I was only able to meet with Sarah as Derreck lives in Virginia. I liked her immediately, she has such a kind spirit and warm heart :) I only met Derreck about 5 minutes prior to the ceremony, but could tell right away that they are so good together :)
After the ceremony, I noticed the bridal party & family were all introducing each other... the groom's friends & family who came from Virginia (& I believe Pennsylvania?) didn't arrive in time for the rehearsal! Their flights were delayed so they didn't make it on time. But the ceremony was perfect and you never would have guessed it.

I was disappointed we couldn't get any photos of this beautiful couple and their bridal party outside. If everything went exactly according to plan, we would've only had max 10 mins to do some outside, but, the ceremony started a little late and ran a little late, so by the time we got outside it was already pretty dark. I don't think they minded too much though, it was COLD! So we did the best we could indoors.

I love this. Her eyes were LOCKED on her man :)

coooold! and dark... but at least we got one outside ;)

This is actually how they were standing together just waiting for family members to arrive for photos... just so happy to be together, and well, so happy to be MARRIED! :)

Wow. Sarah, you're stunning! (I'm pretty sure that's what I actually said at this moment too)

So, once again, congratulations Sarah & Derreck! Thank you so much for letting me be a part of your day. I wish you all the best!

Valerie & John-Marcel | Vermilion Alberta Wedding Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Tue, 26 Oct 2010 04:33:00 +0000

John & Val had a beautiful fall wedding, and it was a gorgeous day for a wedding yet again! We headed to the provincial park and managed to find a few spots with some colour still there :)

I loved the colours in her bouquet

Thanks again John & Val for choosing me to share your day!

Meagan & Tim | Lloydminster Alberta Portrait Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Sun, 17 Oct 2010 22:05:00 +0000

I met Meagan & Tim at Budmiller Park in Lloydminster in the afternoon of an absolutely gorgeous day a couple weeks ago. I think everyone else in the whole city was also there, haha. I got there a little early and walked through the crowds to find some nice places for photos. Meagan & Tim have been married for 2 years and wanted a couple's session in time for Christmas. Thankfully a lot of the crowd left before we got started so we were able to use the beautiful locations without hundreds of people in the background. I only had to edit out one bystander! :)

Caitlin & Ian | Elk Point Alberta Wedding Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Wed, 13 Oct 2010 18:34:00 +0000

I was absolutely delighted to photograph Caitlin & Ian's perfect, beautiful day. They are a completely sweet, sweet couple and I am honoured to have shared a part of their day with them!

Catilin, you are simply beautiful!

There was ONE tree left that still had some leaves at our location. We had to get a little creative, but... I LOVED this one little tree!

We were pretty much done and thought we would get just a couple more by the fence.... so so glad we did!

Catilin & Ian, I love how you love each other :)

Kenna & Caybrie | Vermilion Child Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Mon, 04 Oct 2010 17:47:00 +0000

I got to have Kenna & Caybrie in front of my lens once again! I love photographing these two. We had some fun just hanging out for a bit and being goofy :)

Toran & Will | Vermilion Family Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Fri, 01 Oct 2010 23:16:00 +0000

Just a quick little post of two of my favorite little guys. Carmen & I have been friends since, well, forever (In fact, I thought we made up the term "BFF" a gazillion years ago, haha!) and when you've been friends with someone for a gazillion years, their family is like your family :) Love you tons!

Hanes Family | Vermilion Alberta Photographer | Sherwood Park Family Photos

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 15:38:00 +0000

I stopped in to visit my friend Candace and her beautiful family in Sherwood Park a few weeks ago. We took a stroll to a nearby pond and got a few photos of her gorgeous kids. Candace & I worked together for 6 (six!) years in Edmonton, it was so great to see her again!

Meet Ryley

and Alexa

They were just a little tuckered on the way back home... that's quite a little walk for those little legs, hee hee :)

Thanks again Candi & Matt! Hope to see you again soon and next time I'll bring my own crazy kids to hang out too! Love ya!

Tom & Katie - Edmonton Wedding Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Mon, 13 Sep 2010 22:04:00 +0000

Katie & Tom were married earlier this summer in France. How romantic! So they planned a reception in July once they were back home from their 10 month trip. I am so honored they chose me to capture their memories from this day!

First I have to say, that Katie looked absolutely STUNNING. You'll see in a minute! We had fantastic weather with beautiful light in downtown Edmonton. We started at the new Edmonton Art Gallery, then headed to the fountain at city hall. I would have been happy to keep taking photos for hours in that beautiful setting with that beautiful bridal party!

Now, anyone who knows me well knows I have a little obsession with shoes. However, over the past 4ish years carrying car seats, diaper bags and two kids have really cramped my shoe style, that, and it's kinda hard to find sexy stilettos in a size 4 (yes, I have freakishly small feet) So, for now, I will live vicariously through my gorgeous clients who have awesome taste ;)

So, congrats Tom & Katie! Thank you again for choosing me to share your day :)

when I said "stunning" I wasn't kidding...

Now just for fun, Often in wedding parties, there's one groomsman that's a total goof.... and makes the slower parts of the day a little more fun ;)

Beaudette - Vermilion Family Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Sun, 05 Sep 2010 22:00:00 +0000

I'm so excited to share this little session! Rolanda had contacted me way back in March about a family session and finally, after a few failed attempts due to crazy schedules and crazier weather, we were able to get together! This family is sooooo much fun. The boys were... well, boys :) Goofy, excited & fun! And even though Dad assured me he was a reluctant participant, he did great (and maybe, just maybe had a little fun too?)

Melissa & Bryan - Lakeland Alberta Wedding Photography

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Fri, 03 Sep 2010 14:47:00 +0000

What a beautiful day to get married! Melissa & Bryan were married on August 14th, after weeks of crazy unpredictable weather and rain almost every day, this day was perfect for their outdoor wedding!

We'll start with their beautiful daughter Laila, she did such a great job!

Yay!!! They're married! :)

Classic "jump shot" for this fun group

a short stop at the playground...

Congratulations Bryan & Melissa! Thank you for letting me share your day with you and your families.

Deklyn 6 months - Vermilion Child Photography

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Tue, 24 Aug 2010 05:28:00 +0000

Our adorable, perfect nephew, Mr. Personality Deklyn is 6 months old already! Check out these faces...

50th Anniversary - Vermilion Family Photographer

noreply@blogger.com (Renee Jacoba Robinson) — Fri, 13 Aug 2010 21:56:00 +0000

Daisy and Glen came from Grande Prairie to Derwent for a small family gathering for his parents' 50th anniversary and asked me to do some family photos for them. It was such a pleasure to meet them all and and honour to capture these memories for them. Happy 50th Anniversary!