Laurie MacBrown Photography

06/01/2026

There’s something about stepping into something a little different…

A little more bold
A little more you

And realizing it fits.

This is what happens when you give yourself permission to try.

05/29/2026

“In the midst of her battle, you made her feel like the most important person on the planet.”

I read this message from Kerry with tears in my eyes.

Her wife, Michelle, had been through so much… and to know that, even for a single day, she felt seen, celebrated, and like herself again, that means everything to me.

We often think we need to wait.
Until we feel better.
Until life slows down.
Until everything is “just right.”

But the truth is…
those are the moments that matter most.

The photos they created together are now part of their home.
Part of their memories.
Part of the way Michelle is still felt and remembered every day.

This is why I do what I do.

Not just for beautiful images…
but for the moments, the connection, and the legacy they leave behind.

If you’ve been thinking about doing something like this, don’t wait for the “perfect” time.

05/25/2026

One thing I love about portrait photography is capturing people in moments of transition.

Not just major milestones, but the quieter shifts in confidence that happen as someone grows into themselves.

The strongest portraits aren’t always the most posed or polished.

Sometimes they simply capture someone feeling comfortable in their own skin, and that authenticity is what makes an image timeless.

05/22/2026

“She went above and beyond to create a personalized and luxurious photoshoot.”

This isn’t a one-size-fits-all experience.

Before we ever step into the studio,
I take the time to get to know you, your story, and what matters most.

Because your photos shouldn’t look like anyone else’s.

From styling…
to location…
to the overall feel of the session…

Every detail is chosen with intention.

So what you walk away with isn’t just beautiful images,
but something that feels personal, meaningful, and completely your own.

That’s the difference between a photoshoot…
and an experience you’ll never forget.

05/18/2026

You only turn 40 once.

She wanted to do something bold… something just for her.

Sometimes the bravest thing we do is finally take up space in our own story.

Have you ever done something completely outside your comfort zone?

05/06/2026

Congratulations to tonight’s winner Believe in the Gold - Childhood Cancer nominated by 100 Women Who Care Calgary member Jennifer Dickinson!

04/24/2026

4 images.
Selected for Canada’s National Image Salon.

But the real story is not the award.

It’s what these images represent.

The women who thought they were not photogenic.
The ones who almost didn’t do it.
The ones who did anyway.

And the moments that made me stop and feel something before I even pressed the shutter.

If you want to see the full story behind these images, it’s in the link in my bio.

04/24/2026

4 images.
Selected for Canada’s National Image Salon.

But the real story is not the award.

It’s the range of what drew me in.

The women who thought they were not photogenic.
The ones who almost didn’t do it.
The ones who did anyway.

And the moments, like a storm rolling in over Italy, that you feel before you even press the shutter.

See the images and the story behind them here:

Calgary photographer Laurie MacBrown has 4 images selected for the Professional Photographers of Canada National Image Salon.

03/17/2026

Honoured to be a finalist for the Professional Photographers of Canada's Best in Class award for Pictorial!

While I am better known for my portraits, fun fact: my first accreditation from the PPOC was actually in Pictorial.

The image in question is currently travelling the province as part of the Best of Alberta exhibit and it should be back in Calgary for display at the Calgary Stampede in July!

I shared the story behind the image on a blog post if you're interested: https://www.lauriemacbrownphotography.com/blog/finalist-alberta-commercial-photographer-of-the-year

02/06/2026

Check out the Best of Alberta exhibit currently on display at the Calgary Central Library! Normally both of my images would have been on display but one was sadly censored by the library so I only discussed my scenic shot of Civita, Italy during the presentation tonight. It’s called Sanctuary in the Storm. Please go check out all the stunning images created by Alberta photographers from all over the province and thank you to the PPOC for making this happen and to for organizing the event tonight!