Ajax,Durham Region child Photographer, Petra King :: mine and the outdoors
I am sure I am not the only one who finds it difficult to get updated photos of our own children. Well this afternoon was no different. We venture out and go exploring in the woods, love that the 4 of us got to hang out and spend some "quality family time" together. So of course I bring along the camera! It will be fun right? ( insert sigh here lol)
It's too sunny, I can't see...I don't want to stand there.. :D
We've all heard it before. We know every trick in the book ( if we haven't played that card ourselves at one point in time) and 50 clicks later, we may get 1 or 2 half decent ones of the kids! Seriously, I find it SO much easier doing photography sessions with my clients kids! Haa..
At any rate, it's time well spent with "our family" and I know that ONE day, the kids will totally catch me off guard and an impromptu session will materialize. But for now, I am grateful and oh so proud to call these MINE. They are not perfect portraits, nor do I want them to be and that's why I love them. Love you with all my heart...mummy. xoxo
Heartwarming:: Ajax, Durham Region, Newborn Photographer Petra King
Images from sessions that still make your heart melt and that leave a lasting impression on you are those that make my job that much more rewarding.
This is why I do what I do...
This is what keeps me motivated...
This is a fruit of my labor...
Bringing you back to basics and what is important in your life ( and mine)...
Celebrate Summer:: Ajax, Durham Region Photographer Petra King
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Goal accomplished! :: Ajax, Durham Region Photographer, Petra King
Way back in March I decided to set a goal for myself. While I have been active most of my life, I have never ventured into running. I just didn't "get it" Didn't appeal to me, nor did I want to have anything to do with it. Unless I was running for ice cream that was ( major weakness lol) SO...in comes my goal! You see my hubby completed the Toronto Marathon last year and I was on cloud nine for him. He really inspired me to reach out, work hard and you too can do anything. I started training pretty easily. First started doing the intervals, me, my feet, blasting the tunes on the ipod and loving my nike.com app!!! I over did it often and injured my knee 3 times since and hated being benched! I couldn't WAIT to get back out there. However, 3rd time lucky I guess. I paced myself ( one can get so frustrated at times) and decided to keep at the pace I was comfortable with. Then slowly increase. Well my hard work, and 78K's ( recorded since day 1) later I made it LOL.
Saturday June 12th I completed my 1st 5K run! I did the Ajax Run The Lake and although it was a lot tougher than I was used to, I managed to kick it up a notch and complete it just about 20 seconds longer than my norm. I was chuffed with myself. I am used to running on a semi flat surface but the lake was gorgeous ( although stinky due to humidity haaa) and had hills...who knew! Not like I've lived in Ajax, most of my life! Funny how you know areas like the back of your hand until the time you are being put to the test ( with yourself) I must have giggled at myself and cursed quite a bit! Apologies to my fellow runners LOL
So despite this being not a HUGE ordeal to most. I consider it a BIG accomplishment for myself and yes I am tooting my own horn! I'm allowed to dammit, I worked hard for this. :D
Here are a few snaps from Saturday morning.
So who's with me for the next? 
Digital Files :: Ajax, Durham Region, Newborn, Maternity, Family Photographer Petra King
I came across a great read recently and would like to share it out with my followers, blog stalkers, friends and clients. I hope that it sheds some light on the "Digital Age" when it comes to the consumers expectations. This article was posted on babyphotographers.com and featured a guest speaker named Lauri Baker.
With this being said, I'd like to thank all my past and current clients for their loyalty with me and my passion. YOU are why I LOVE what I do. Your trust in my work and faith in my business allows me to continue to make beautiful memories for you and your family.
For those wondering if I do sell Digital Files, why yes I do thank you! ;) Don't be shy, drop me a line at petraking@rogers.com. I'd love to hear from you!
All the best,
P