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A couple holding hands walks along a lakeside path surrounded by greenery and mountains. The text above reads Session Style Guide. Captured by a Calgary photographer, the photo has a soft, natural outdoor elopement setting.
A photography session flyer featuring a woman in a black hat in two posed portraits, with text expressing excitement about capturing special memories in Canmore or Calgary. The design has a clean, modern look with handwritten accents.
A smiling woman in a hat and a man stand together in front of a wall, above a Table of Contents with elegant black and white text, featuring topics like colors, layers, couples, elopement, maternity, casual, men, and tips.
A couple holding hands walks along a lakeshore with mountains in the background, perfect for an elopement in Banff. The top of the image features text about choosing clothing colors and paint swatches in cream, green, brown, blue, and gray.
A couple sits outdoors in tall grass facing each other, with a forest and mountains behind them. Above, text explores how a wedding photographer uses textures and patterns to add visual interest, offering examples and styling tips.
A couple walks hand in hand up a snowy Banff mountain slope, smiling and dressed warmly in winter clothing. Snow-covered trees and mountains fill the background under an overcast sky.
A black and white photo of a smiling woman in a sleeveless top being embraced from behind by a man, standing by a calm body of water. A Canmore photographer notes how showing skin in photos adds intimacy, perfect for an elopement moment.
A couple embraces on rocky ground beside a lake with snow-capped mountains near Canmore in the background. The man wears a brown jacket and black pants; the woman wears a white dress. Text about contrast in photography appears above, perfect for any photographer.
A couple stands close together outdoors by a lake and mountains in Banff, holding hands and gazing at each other. Text over the image gives outfit advice for engagement, elopement, or couple photo sessions.
A family of four—two parents and two children—walks hand-in-hand through a grassy field near Calgary, with trees and a mountain in the background. White text above them gives tips on choosing outfits for family photo sessions.
A pregnant woman in a light dress stands outdoors by a lake and forest near Canmore, smiling as her partner embraces her from behind and cradles her baby bump. Text about maternity photos by a photographer is overlaid on the image.
A couple poses for a formal photoshoot by a mountain lake near Banff. The man wears a white shirt, dark pants, boots, and a cowboy hat; the woman is in a green dress and wide-brimmed hat. Snowy peaks and trees complete the photographer’s scenic backdrop.
A CASUAL style guide featuring a person in hardy casual wear standing in a grassy field near Canmore’s lake, with mountains and pine trees in the background; below are tips for achieving a comfortable and authentic casual look.
A smiling couple embraces outdoors—she in a floral dress, he in a checked shirt. Text overlay reads: Style Tips for Ladies with a tip about dressing up for photos by a Calgary wedding photographer.
A smiling couple sits close together in a grassy field of yellow wildflowers in Banff, with the man hugging the woman from behind. Both wear casual clothes; the woman is in a flowy dress and the man wears a light shirt and scarf.
A man and woman walk hand in hand by a lakeshore with mountains in the background, evoking the laid-back charm of Banff. Text on the left offers tips for creating “casual outfits,” including balance, themed looks, and layering for added style.
A couple stands by a lake—perhaps in Banff or Canmore—the man kissing the woman's forehead as she holds a hat. Behind them are mountains and pines. Text on the left shares elopement photo session tips, like using accessories and natural skin tones.
A smiling couple stands outdoors in cold weather attire near Canmore. The man wears a plaid jacket and glasses; the woman wears a beige hat and coat. Snowy mountains and pine trees appear in the blurred background.
A pregnant woman in a fitted green dress stands outdoors in Calgary, gently holding her belly and looking down, with soft sunlight in the background. Text beside her discusses the benefits of professional hair and makeup for maternity or elopement photoshoots.
A man and woman embrace closely, smiling with their foreheads touching. Text overlay reads: Style Tips for Men from a Canmore wedding photographer, with advice about men paying attention to their appearance for photos.
A couple stands on a lakeshore in Canmore, holding hands and gazing at each other with mountains and trees behind them. Text on the left gives men's fashion advice for wedding photos, suggesting fitted pants and neutral colors.
A man and woman walk hand in hand by a lake and mountains in Canmore. He wears a plaid jacket over a sweater; she’s in a long beige coat, light jeans, and a hat. Both are smiling, styled in layered autumn outfits—perfect for an elopement photographer's lens.
A man in a cowboy hat and jeans holds hands with a woman in a green dress and hat, standing on a rocky ledge near Canmore with mountains in the background. Text about accessorizing mens outfits appears beside them.
A woman sits on a rug indoors in Calgary, hugging two young girls in matching dresses and a boy in a yellow shirt, surrounded by flowers and shelves. Text overlay reads STYLING CHILDREN.
A smiling family of five poses outdoors by mountains and a lake near Banff. The parents kneel behind their three young children, who wear different outfits, illustrating the idea of coordinated but not matching clothing.
A young family smiles together in Canmore; a man carries a small child on his shoulders while a woman holds another child in her arms. Text on the left gives tips for preparing kids for a photo session, whether it’s an elopement or family shoot.
A woman with long hair holds a smiling baby dressed in yellow near green trees in Canmore. She nuzzles the baby, creating a joyful and candid moment. Text about capturing natural moments appears on the left.
A cream-colored infographic titled Tips + Tricks for everyone features four sections with text and small photos. Sections include advice on eating, prep, haircuts, and outfit choices before your Canmore wedding or elopement photoshoot.
A couple stands closely together in a forest near Banff, embraced, while a photographer captures their photo. Text below explains what to expect from a photo session, emphasizing natural, comfortable poses and open communication.
The words LAST NOTE in large font, with a message about remembering memories from an elopement session, overlaid on a sepia-toned photo of a flowing dress outdoors. The bottom text reads See you soon!.

More tips from the journal

A couple sits on gray rocks outdoors near Banff, surrounded by trees. The man wears a plaid shirt and jeans, while the woman wears a light coat, hat, and jeans. They appear relaxed and close, enjoying the natural setting together.