CJ Photo~Christy & Co.

Bye Bye old blog...

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Fri, 25 Feb 2011 15:43:00 +0000

NEW BLOG!!

I'm excited to announce my new blogsite is up and running!!! At this exact moment there isn't too much on it but I am working away at it and will be only posting there from now on.

So farewell old blog, I am sad to leave you but just know that it isn't something that you did at all. It is just time to move on ;)

Much Love, Christy

Here is the link to the new blogsite: Click here to see the new site!

Long time no talk!

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Tue, 04 Jan 2011 02:05:00 +0000

Well Hello!!! It has been over two months since I blogged anything!!! I've been putting it off because I'm working on a fabulous new blogsite, but due to many glitches along the way it has been delayed. Soon it will be here, and I'm hoping everyone will love it.

So for now I'll use this one for all announcements. Here is #1:

Bringing Sexy Back {boudoir marathon}

Treat yourself {or your partner} to a sexy & fun photo session with Christy!

Sessions include professional hair, make-up, mini manicure & pedicure and your photo session with Christy. The whole event is at our office/studio space with a variety of sets including an awesome claw foot bathtub.
Snacks & refreshments will be provided.
Albums or prints will be here in time for Valentine's Day!!!
All sessions will take place on January 8th. Allow 2-3 hours for your pampering and special photo shoot.

Session & disc of 10 images to print/share as you like $400
Session & 25 4x6 inch prints in gift box $400
Session & both the 4x6 prints and the disc of 10 images $450
Session & an 8x8 custom album with 30 images $550
3 sessions will be available without the hair, make up and nails, at the beginning of the day, for $120 off the above pricing

Sessions will be booked in groups of 3 so if you want to you can book at the same time as your girlfriends and visit during the pamper portion of your time. The photo shoot will be done one-on-one with Christy only...unless you want a friend to boost your confidence. You can, of course, book all by yourself but will be hanging out with some new friends during the pampering part.

Email Christy with any questions at all or to book your time!

I actually announced this session on Facebook and via an email promotion so I only have a few spots left, one at 11 am and some at 1pm as well as some without hair and make-up first thing.

And announcement #2 is that the Owen Sound Bridal Show is next weekend Saturday January 15th from 10-4 at the Bayshore Community Centre. Come visit me there!!

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Mon, 01 Nov 2010 20:00:00 +0000

Baby M is no longer a baby! {Owen Sound Family Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 19:43:00 +0000

I've been following/photographing this little guy for a while, a year to be exact. Melissa did his newborn and baby portraits and I finished up his first year of photos ending with this session at the park. It has been great to see him grow and change...almost makes me want more, almost.

We started off by taking advantage of a hillside of wildflowers. Then we moved around the park a bit ending with the playground for a quick play.

It was great to see you guys again, keep in touch!

Keith & Sarah's Big Day! {Owen Sound Weddings}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Mon, 27 Sep 2010 03:07:00 +0000

I'd been looking forward to this wedding for so long now. I did Keith & Sarah's engagement last fall and had a great shoot with them, even though one of my cameras decided to die that day (always carry at least 2!). I was also excited to be shooting at Stone Tree in Owen Sound for the first time since they've done some major upgrades on the property...it looks awesome!

The big day finally arrived and this gorgeous couple did not disappoint!

Love the new garden ceremony site at Stone Tree! We had some iffy weather with rain all morning on and off. It cleared for the ceremony but if you look close at the end of ceremony photos you will see rain and lots of it. There was a downpour immediately after they were introduced as man and wife.

After doing the family formals indoors due to crazy rain we headed over to the More Estate for some wedding party shots. It is a great spot for photos, in fact so great that we weren't alone that day. We came across a second wedding party with their crazy fun photographer {Nat} and decided to fight it out....soooo funny! The other group even had the same colour for bridesmaid's dresses!

We left the others behind and ventured a bit further into the gardens for photos of the love birds alone.

I had a great time despite the stress of rain, Thanks guys!

Cottage Family Session {Port Elgin Beach Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 14:27:00 +0000

What a perfect beach cottage session! Great family, cute kids & an awesome location!

I love the cobble stone sides on the path leading to the cottage. Such a great part of the beach too.

Thanks for having me over guys, it was great to meet you all!!

Fall Portrait?

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Wed, 15 Sep 2010 02:25:00 +0000

Looking to do a portrait session during the fall season? Now is definitely time to book, especially if you are hoping for a weekend session.

I offer {premium} and {mini-sessions}. A premium session is a longer event and I come to you or meet you at a location of your choice. It includes all of the fully-edited digital files to print as you wish. A mini-session is quick session, on a set date, at a set location and includes 10 digital files to print as you wish. I try to have mini-sessions throughout the year.

This fall my {mini day} is September 25th at Harrison Park. I have 1/2 hour slots available throughout the day, email or call {519-470-3686} asap to book your time. This session also includes a digital Christmas Card to email or share with your friends and family and the option to purchase printed Christmas Cards.

These sessions are great for family, maternity, engagement, kids, baby, leaving the nest {teenager} sessions, couples or friends.

Tim & Stephanie {Owen Sound Wedding Photography}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 20:40:00 +0000

I was so excited to do this wedding for a few reasons. For starters I know most of this crew, especially the guys. We've done two of the other groomsman's weddings so I knew exactly who the trouble makers were going to be ahead of time. The other reason for excitement is that Steph has great style...so classic!

We did a few photos at Steph's grandparents place out at Cobble Beach before heading to the ceremony site down the shore.

After the ceremony we headed to one of my favourite locations for photos...I've been there a lot this season but I'm still loving it!

I loved the dresses, my favourite fabric and POCKETS! Even the brides dress had pockets!

We really took advantage of the huge gardens and were only a few minutes late for the reception...sorry Tim and Rob (wedding planner)!

Rob & crew at Wilma's Flowers did a great job of transforming the Bayshore for Steph & Tim. Amazing cake & cupcakes, gorgeous chandeliers and yummy food by The Green Door Cafe!

Thanks for having me, more to come soon!!

Cheers, Christy

Durham Ontario Wedding {Wedding Day Photography}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Sat, 04 Sep 2010 04:14:00 +0000

I don't get to Durham area very often so I had to spend some time scouting locations for Lisa & Blake's Big Day! Lisa was planning the wedding from Nashville, she is a singer/songwriter, so there was a lot of internet communication between the two of us. We weren't sure where to do the after ceremony photos so I did some driving and happened upon a lovely farm that had a sold sign on it. A little investigating and we contacted the owners who were so pleased to let us use their new farm for photos...Thanks Heidi & Peter!

Some detail shots for the musician bride.

Lisa's little pup helping her get dressed!

One of the other locations I loved in Durham with the guys before the ceremony.

Then out to the farm!!

Love, love, love this field for their photos.

My favourite!

I had a great time guys, Thanks for having me!!

Sunny Walters Falls Wedding {Grey-Bruce Wedding Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 15:39:00 +0000

Our area has really become a destination for weddings! So many of the couples I meet are not local and some don't even have ties to the Owen Sound area. This couple was definitely and example of this new phenomenon. Although Chanelle does have family in the south end of Bruce County, she and Quinton currently live in Flin Flon, Manitoba. Quinton is certainly not local coming from South Africa! So in this case and many like it I didn't really get to spend much time with them until the big day. Gotta love technology as it makes the process of planning via the internet (or interwebs if your a Bush fan) very easy.

The two of them decided on the lovely Inn at Walters Falls to host their big day.

Beautiful sunny and oh so HOT day. Good thing Meg and the crew had just installed their new air conditioning unit!

Up near the meadow.

The brave wedding party...that 'bridge' always makes me nervous.

Love this one of them!

The Falls...

This is Holly's photo, she was my second shooter for the day and did a great job as always.

We even had time to venture a bit which rarely happens on a wedding day.

And...the food....mmmmm, so good!!

Quinton is so far the best dancer that I've seen for a first dance!!!

Thanks for having Holly & I for your big day, enjoy!!

Laura & Travis {extended} {Owen Sound Wedding Photography}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Thu, 19 Aug 2010 03:35:00 +0000

Lovely Cobble Beach Wedding {Owen Sound Wedding Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 20:33:00 +0000

I love this couple! They are some of the sweetest and most sincere people that I've ever met. We had a great time at their winter, and very snowy, engagement shoot I just knew the wedding was going to be so much fun.

Melissa helped me out by starting the day...then I stayed later into the evening. She started with the guys.

Then the girls in the Cobble Beach Suite.

Then I arrived and checked in with the girls before the ceremony.

The beautiful bride!!

The grounds were great as always and had lots of wildflowers.

Love these two.

Oh and these two!

CANDY!!! Lots of CANDY!

Such a great location.

What a backdrop for the speeches.

I had a blast shooting for you guys, hope you love them as much as I do!

McCullough Lake Session {Owen Sound Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 19:36:00 +0000

Stop two on my Sunday of portraits was to McCullough Lake for this big family.

Supposedly this was the first time 'Dad' had gone in the lake for years!

Watch the camera gear!

Fun times at the lake!

Two brave souls jumped in for me...Tammy's idea!

You guys have a great spot on the lake, vacation everyday.

Balmy Beach Family Portrait {Owen Sound Portrait Photography}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Thu, 22 Jul 2010 06:35:00 +0000

Spent a lovely Sunday morning going from family to family capturing them at this moment in time. Here is the first stop of the day, a gorgeous property overlooking the bay.

My favourite of everyone.

First grandchild! Sure to be spoiled!!

Thanks for having me out!

C family shoot by the sea shore {port elgin and owen sound photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Tue, 20 Jul 2010 17:52:00 +0000

A wee while back I got to spend a very windy morning at the beach with this family over in Port Elgin. They were great sports and we tried to go with the windy weather.

Lady killer!

Oh, so sweet little miss!!

We moved to another location as the kids weren't digging the windy beach....

...but in the end we did a second shoot just to be sure we got a great one of the family. The wee man just wasn't into it so sometimes you just have to try another day. Notice his new hair-do!

Thanks for popping over to Owen Sound guys!

Baby M is 1!

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Tue, 13 Jul 2010 13:56:00 +0000

Baby M and I have been hanging out since he was just wee, can't believe that he is already 1! It has been great to see him grow over the year and do so well, I think he weighs the same if not more than my Luke who is about 4 months older. Here are some images from his big birthday bash!

Here is the birthday boy looking happy to see me!

Grandpa & the boys.

The one-year old drooly chin...teeth, gotta get them but oh do they hurt.

Bit of a soccer family...

M's cake made with love by his great-grandma.

mmmm, cake!

Checking out his new toys.

Lots of friends & family to help celebrate.

Love his eyes and his chin dimple!

Thanks for having me to your party!

My Favourite Boy...

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Mon, 12 Jul 2010 18:21:00 +0000

Still catching up on my own personal photos, just like the cobblers kids...

Luke had his 1st birthday waaayyy back in February! Here are some photos from that weekend.

'Auntie' Joan came up for the weekend which as I recall now was kinda chaos. Thanks for all your help that weekend Joan! She even had to show a couple some of my albums because I was late from shooting a boudoir session.

Joan brought up a gift for Miss Madeline as she wasn't able to make it up a few weeks before for Madeline's party. A big huge Playdo ice cream sundae machine...every parents dream. It turned out to be a lot of fun and not nearly as messy as I had envisioned. Madeline sure likes it!

Sometimes you just have to use your tongue when sculpting a masterpiece.

Lucas got in on the Playdo action also...only ate a wee bit!

Then came THE CAKE! What a fabulous job Christa {Christa's Cakes~Southampton} did. Really I just said jungle and that I liked the blades of grass on Madelines and ta-da! WOW!

I love the giraffe peeking out the top of the jungle.

Luke's 'smash cake'....much more of this to come soon!

Hugs from big sister.

Big eyes and loooong eyelashes...and drool.

Such a big man in his button up shirt.

"Get out of my room!"

"Is she hugging me again?"

Um, read the sign people! Luke made out pretty well for a one-year old!

Bye, bye monkey!

Papa & Luke under the jungle leaf.

King of the jungle!

Not sure what these 3 were up to...couldn't be good.

Luke got a play table and loads of farm and truck type stuff for it. This is my Nana showing him how to run the farm equipment.

Later that night, still lovin' the new toys!

Happy Birthday {about 1/2 a year ago} my perfect wee man!

Announcing baby D {Owen Sound Baby Photography}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Fri, 09 Jul 2010 19:02:00 +0000

Introducing sweet little Declan...love the name! I had the privilege of photographing this new family about a month ago at their place. What a sweet family.

Already smiling!

Proud new Dad.

So serious!

Declan has great hair.

Baby D loves geography...just like Dad!

Thanks for having me guys!

My Favourite Girl...

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Tue, 22 Jun 2010 06:28:00 +0000

I always tell Madeline that she is my favourite girl, she says that I am her favourite mom which is nice.

Playing a little catch up on my own personal photos...these are from her party in January!!!

A perfect cake by Christa. Madeline decided on a Tinkerbell cake this year.

I love the blades of grass and all the vines.

Miss Claire brought her baby blues for all to adore.

The birthday girl, very excited for the party to start.

The Kennedy's got her a snowboard, I'm not sure she actually knows what it is at this point but she looks amazed!

No way!

I love it!

YUMMY!

Waiting and listening so well, what a lady.

Luke already has Nana wrapped around his pinky finger.

Oh, I think I'd like some more.

Hallway balloons were a big hit with Hannah and Madeline.

Trying out the snowboard later on that night...with her new feather boa.

Happy Birthday {1/2 a year ago!} You are so my favourite girl!!!

One of my favourite families! {Owen Sound Portrait Photography}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Mon, 07 Jun 2010 18:48:00 +0000

When I held my {helping hearts} fundraiser earlier this year I was overwhelmed with the support from everyone especially my past clients. I was excited when the winner was drawn and it was this super cute and expanded family. I had photographed 3 of them, plus pup, in the past but hadn't met the newest member. Here is their family now...

The new big brother!

M and her boys by their own personal river.

I love this one in b&w.

Nice view! Their farm is in the valley below.

Thanks for having me out again and congrats on winning the contest!!!

New Shuttermamas Dates!!! {a workshop for the camera-happy mom}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Tue, 25 May 2010 18:12:00 +0000

Finally some new dates for shuttermamas! We are now offering two levels, see details below.

Email Christy to sign up or if you have any questions.

Wedding Inspiration from Etsy.com. I {heart} Etsy!

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Mon, 17 May 2010 17:58:00 +0000

I love online shopping!

Maybe it is out of necessity with my wee babes but it also is for variety. I love finding unique items for me, my family and for gifts. By far my favourite website for finding treasures is Etsy.com. Etsy features handmade and vintage goods from all over the world. You can also shop 'local' from hundreds of sellers in Ontario...even a few right near Owen Sound like Krafty Creations.

My favourite find so far...

Stamped Jewelry, there is tons of it on there. I have a necklace for my kids and get tons of compliments on it.

They have some wedding finds also, I particularly love the beach theme!

Etsy Wedding Finds

More Wedding

Okay, back to editing photos for me!

Happy Shopping!!!

Spring Mini-Sessions {Owen Sound & Area Family Portrait Photographer}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 18:39:00 +0000

Well, I finally had a chance to nail down a date and location for this Spring's Mini-Sessions...and I'm also finally announcing it.

This spring I changed the way I price portrait sessions. There are now two options, Premium and Mini! I've been finding that most clients want the digital files from their session so now I'm including these files with the session fee!! If you don't want the files I can give a print credit instead.

Both sessions include my time and talent, basic colour correction and an online gallery for 3 months.

The Premium Session {$500} is a custom photo session lasting about 1.5 hours at the location of your choice. This session also includes full artistic editing of the photos, all digital files {about 60} to print and share as you wish, an 11x14 art print of the artists favourite image and 15% off mini-sessions for 2 years to catch all the little milestones in your life! You can combine premium sessions, 2 for $700 {belly & baby}, 3 for $900 {baby's 1st year}.

The Mini-Session {$150} is offered a few times per season at a set location and date...like this one at B&G Orchard. It includes a 1/2 hour session with Christy, the digital files {about 10} to print and share as you wish, an 8x10 fully retouched art print of the artists favourite image and the option to purchase additional boutique items. These sessions must be booked ahead of time.

I'm hoping the new pricing works well for clients and my family! By booking a day of mini-sessions all at once I won't have to run out as often and it is a great savings for you!!! The Mini-Sessions are a great way to capture a milestone in your family or to get THE shot for Holiday or Thank-You cards.

So after that loooong winded explanation here is the info on the first Mini-Sessions of 2010!! Please give me a shout if you have any questions at all or to book your time.

Email - chris@owensoundphoto.com
Phone - 519-470-3686 {foto}

{if you are wanting to book a Premium Session and need it to be on a weekend, now is the time to do it as summer weekends fill up fast with weddings, portraits & camping!}

Cheers, Christy

Fashion Guides for Spring & Summer {Owen Sound Family Portrait Photography}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Tue, 27 Apr 2010 14:50:00 +0000

Need a little help with clothing choices for your session? Here are some great options to make the family co-ordinate without being too matchy-matchy!

The whole family option 1:

The whole family option 2:

The kids:

For couples:

Maternity:

Hope this inspires you!

Happy Spring, Christy

p.s. if you are hoping for a spring or summer or even fall portrait session on a weekend give me a shout asap as they fill up fast.

The other Baby M is on the move {Owen Sound Baby Portraits}

noreply@blogger.com (Christy Carson) — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 19:53:00 +0000

Two Baby Boy M's in a row!

This little guy has been photographed by Christy & Co. 3 times now...he is a pro. Up until this session Melissa had been his photographer but this time round it was up to me.

I think he misses Melissa...

Well, maybe I'm okay...

Love, Love, Love this one, and the next one too!

I like how he cuddles right in to mom & dad's faces.

Yay, the snow is gone! Some outdoor pics for the first time with him.

Look at the wee teeth, so cute.

Grass, I swear M you are going to love it!!! Oh and probably dirt too.

Can't wait for Melissa or I to see you for your 1 year session!!!

Cheers, Christy