Mélanie Driedger Photography

I think it’s baby season because I’m surrounded by pregnant women and/or babies… I’m loving it, for many reasons, but I especially love that I’m getting all this ‘baby-picture-taking’ practice before our little guy Eli makes his debut on our blog!!

Back in January we were hanging out with Aaron & Kariann watching the superbowl with some of our old school wedding clients and friends Jesse & Sarah (well THEY are NOT old-school, but we’ve known them for a long time now ).  Of course, Olivia was so small and only 2 months.  Sarah talked to me then about setting up a time to take some beautiful photos of their first child.  So last night, Olivia arrived awake and ready with her big smile and blue eyes.  She did wonderfully, as you can see from the following photos!

I love when babies are cute

oh oh… I see a few tears!!

I SO love father-daughter photos!

And now, they’re 3

definitely a few of my favourites!

there are NO WORDS…

The first few months of a baby’s life are so precious… Thanks Sarah & Jesse for trusting me with capturing some memories of Olivia!

14 kids + 11 adults + balloons + bubbles + park + playground = fun family photos!

I knew this was going to be a unique family shoot when Natalie (Donna’s daughter) first contacted me.  She went on to tell me that since her aunt passed away, Donna (her mom) has taken over the role as everyone’s mother.  So I was pre-warned of the amount of people involved and I was so looking forward to meeting this beautiful family.  On top of that, Natalie informed me she was bringing bubbles and RED balloons for the kids… I KNEW we would get some great photos with those fun props!

Let me tell you, children photography is no easy feat.  It takes an incredible amount of patience and a fun personality to be able to have fun with them while shooting… because it really is all about going at their pace!

I hope you enjoy this short lifestyle film and these fun-filled, colourful photos!

I love this shot!! Here’s Donna giving the kids a little bit of an incentive to behave for the next 3 hours!!

Donna’s smile says it all… “I’m so rich”

I think that’s everyone

Oooooh so cute.  This little guy wanted to “see” the back of my camera!!

You’re NEVER too old.

bubbles = joy

I pretty much fell to the ground laughing when I took this photo…

As he was karate kicking the bubbles he was singing “everybody was kung-fu fighting”

One VERY popular mom

Precious

the oldest of the kids… and a really big help!

Justin’s shot!

I was wondering why this little one kept on leaning over… but then her mom told me she was actually copying me and my angles!

this is what your kids do when you’re not looking!

cousins

Isn’t she lovely with her beautiful smile

Only a few months ago we had the chance to fly out west to take photos of Julia’s baby bump and now the bump is gone and baby Ethan has arrived.  When Ethan was born I was so excited because we were heading back west for Jeannine & Glenn’s wedding, which meant I was gonna get to see him…  I knew we needed to take a few minutes out from the crazy wedding festivities to snap a few shots of this beautiful family of THREE!

Even though Ethan was having a little bit of a bad day and we only had a few minutes with them, we managed to capture a few great shots of this little guy!!

It’s always our delight to meet up with you Mike & Julia (and now Ethan)… next time it will have to be longer!! xox

it’s ok Ethan everythings going to be alright

…and minutes later, after a few kisses and snuggles from Mike & Julia (they’re quite the team!!) Ethan is feeling better.  *sigh*

I love photos of momma & baby… so beautiful!

love the ripples in his back

love the little ears

love love love

“Our” little Carter is growing fast.  He’s 9 months now and as cute as ever!  You may remember him when he was just a few weeks old!  I love when we have the chance to journey with a family.  It’s always OUR privilege to be able to capture the growth of a life.  So thanks Aaron & Kariann… we really love and appreciate you three

Enjoy this short film of Carter.  Justin picked the most appropriate song for this blue-eyed boy – “Baby Blue” from the new Dave Matthews!!

Carter’s dad Aaron is going to love the following shot.  His only “requirement” was that we show off his baby blues

Carter’s first taste of a lemon.  He didn’t seem to mind it actually!

Beautiful light and a beautiful baby… what more can I ask for?

I love when I start feeling like I’m part of the family.  It’s a great feeling!  I’ve had so much fun photographing some special moments for the Rowntree’s.  I photographed Sarah & Jesse’s wedding in 2007… Aaron & Kariann’s newborn Carter back in December… and now their WHOLE family.  As you scroll down, you’ll see grandma and grandpa!  They made us laugh so much! So cute!

can you feel the love?

You wouldn’t remember Sarah & Jesse because I shot their wedding before I started blogging!
It was so nice to see you guys again!

By far my favourite shot!

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On a side note.  Although my twitter says: NO COMMENT today.  I couldn’t help myself. It’s April 6th and it’s supposed to be SPRING.  But… spring this year is looking a whole lot like winter!!  I looked out the window this morning and saw THIS:

Is this going to last foreveeeeer???