{st thomas and london ontario | family photography} kiss me with rain on your eyelashes

Wet. Cold. Miserable.  That was the weather exactly on the day the Sheldrick's family portraits were scheduled.  The forecast called for breaks though, and because they were coming from London and really wanted some portraits before Christmas, it was hard to know whether rescheduling would be the right thing to do.  Sophie is also a fellow photographer (check out her work here) so her creative and spirited nature won out and we went ahead!  The Dalewood Conservation Area session, although fun, unique and special, also came with wet, soggy hair clothes.  We re-booked a second, smaller shoot at Pinafore Park the following week and were able to capture some additional, this time dry, photos with some amazing light. Two completely different atmospheres + one adorable family = a one of a kind family photo session. Thanks for being up for anything Sheldrick family!

*title quote credited to Edwin Morgan.

a sibling is a friend given by nature {st. thomas and london | family photography}

Robin, Rich, Christine, Shanda and Amie booked a sibling photo session with the intention of giving the photos to their parents as a Christmas gift.  A sweet and perfect idea I thought! Unfortunately we had already rescheduled our first date due to rain, so when it was raining on our second chosen date, the siblings decided to brave it! I'm so glad they went ahead because the weather gave us a substantial break and we were able to get some great photos at Springbank Park in London, Ontario.  What a great idea for a gift guys! I hope your parents were happy and surprised and that your family will cherish the photos for years to come!

*title quote credited to Jean Baptiste Legouve 

Easter Mini Sessions! {st. thomas and london ontario | family photography}

Spring is finally here! Celebrate the warmth and sunshine with a family photo session! Contact me (519.631.3424 sarahwestp@yahoo.ca) to book your spot!

cool of night, warmth of my life {st. thomas and london ontario | family photography}

I've always loved children's photography, but this late fall session with the Pettits really drove my passion for it home!  We met at Waterworks Park in St. Thomas and started our shoot in amongst the birch trees. The kids were not only willing and so much fun, but they were all so photogenic (as you can see!)! All three were just so at home in front of the camera.  Extra credit has to go to Mom for doing such a great job co-ordinating and dressing everyone!  Thank you Pettit family for making my job super easy!

*title quote credited to Jacques Prevert