Lauren's New Beginning =)

A quick recap to make sure everyone is on the same page; in May I collaborated with Isabella of Ella Photography to launch a contest to celebrate hitting 100 fans on my facebook page.  I was really happy with the response in terms of entries but boy was it ever hard to select a winner.  At the end of the day, with the help of Isabella, we were able to narrow it down to two winners!  So get ready to read one of the winning stories and get a sneak peak of some behind the scenes action; meet Lauren Scott and her awesome pup Vito.

Lauren and Vito  Photo by Isabella of Ella Photography

A Few Shots from Prell's Shoot

Wanted to share a few photos I loved from this uber fun shoot with Isabella of Ella Photography and contest winner's Prell and Kate.  Keep in mind, that the following pics are the ones I took but I will share Isabella's photos when they are ready.

Prell is such a natural in front of the lens. 

Beat the Heat Makeup Ideas! - Face edition

Holly hotness! Talk about heat wave! I love this weather but your makeup may not.  It's only natural that your body reacts with sweat to help keep you cool, but it doesn't mean your makeup has to wash away with it. So enjoy a few easy tips to keep your face in check.

Take time to prime. Yes, this simple step helps prolong foundation and keeps color rich.  All you need is about a pea-size amount of this lightweight serum to cover your whole face.  Things to consider when deciding which primer to use (yes, there are many to choose from), what does your skin need?  Is your skin oily or more mature? Prone to breakouts or really sensitive? My favorite brand, Cover Fx, actually addresses these needs. It's a two-in-one deal for awesome makeup and fabulous skin.

A matte finish that helps treat acne

A nourishing primer and anti aging formula

A day of Winners!

With temperatures hitting over 30 degrees today in Montreal and TWO photo shoots planned with Isabella of Ella Photography, needless to say it was intense! However, it was the perfect day to hit the parks and celebrate a couple of fabulous contest winners, Prell and Lauren, with their loved ones.  So here are a few teasers from today's fun-filled adventures.

Meet Vito and Lauren with the awesome Isabella of Ella Photography hard at work!

A Peak at Katherine & Eugen's Engagement Shoot

Montreal's weather has a reputation of being unreliable and considering the last few outdoor shoots planned with Isa of Ella Photography were postponed due to rain, we had to have a serious talk with Mother Nature.  Luckily for us, our shoot was actually two hours out of the city, in Sutton and negotiations were a success.  We had INCREDIBLE weather (the drive home was a different story, but hey! we weren't taking pics of that hehe). Imagine the excitement when we arrived at the beautiful Vignoble Chapelle Ste Agnès Vineyard and had nothing but blue skies and beautiful landscaping!

Share your Love Story Update!

So June was an extremely busy month, not only with photo shoots but with contests too!  I had an awesome opportunity to be a part of a MAJOR prize for one lucky couple.  No seriously, this contest was like hitting the jackpot for any newly engaged couple; check out the prizes!

1. A 2-hour planning Consultation with Jaime at OVER THE TOP EVENTS 
2. 100$ credit off Custom Wedding Invitations by Over the top Events* (she makes amazing Invitations!)
3. Engagement session with Ella Photography 
4. A planning Consultation by Coup de Fleur for their “Something Sweet” products. + 15% off their buffets and/or Bonbonieres.
5. A planning Consultation with O.XIDE Floral art stylists + a FREE Bridal Bouquet when you use their services*
6. Make-up on the day of the photo session + 25% off on the wedding day by Janet Persaud 
7. Hair on the day of the photo session + 25% off on the wedding day by La Coupe Coiffure Cavendish Mall

Featured on the Thirty-Something Bride again!

That is right! Another awesome boudoir shoot, this time with Bethany and fab photography courteous of Ella Photography, was featured again on The Thirty-Something Bride!

Check out the feature and be sure to leave a comment!