Visual Hues Photography

05/29/2026

9 friends. All graduating today from Western Canada High School.

They decided to have their grad photos right back where it all started — where most of them first met over a decade ago at William Reid School. Some of them I hadn’t seen since I was taller than them… as you can see, things have changed just a little bit!

A couple buddies were added through the years, and I love that they wanted to do a photo session together. The result was a super fun evening of all of them hanging out, looking incredibly handsome and, of course, capturing memories. They played on the yellow spin-ny thing and swung on swings. All the things they did as little 8 year olds.

After WR, we headed over to River Park to give them a different look and one more view of the city that many of them will be leaving come September.

I have so much fun hearing where everyone is headed next and the different plans they have going forward. Such a great group of young men, and I can’t wait to see the paths they carve for themselves in the years ahead.

Moms, you got to give me the updates!!!!

05/29/2026

Another Western Canada High School grad that I have known since the first days of elementary school. ⁠
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I still have a photo on my fridge from around Grade 4 of Nolan with my son Reuben and another buddy. They were great friends and spent so much time together through endless playdates and adventures.⁠
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I remember one day driving through Marda Loop and spotting him walking with a friend. By then, he and Reuben had been at different schools for a couple of years, so I didn’t see him very often anymore. But he rushed over and gave me a hug through the car window. It absolutely made my day. I think as parents, we sometimes miss some of the friendships our kids had when they were younger — especially as schools and life start taking everyone in different directions. Lucky for me, I've seen him every year for photos!⁠
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I was super excited to photograph his grad session here at cSPACE. We had done family photos here a few years ago, and since it’s close to his house, it felt especially fitting. I just love the mix of architecture and trees here — it has such a great feel for grad photos.⁠
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And doesn't he look handsome?!?⁠
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Congrats Nolan! Have a wonderful time celebrating today!!!⁠
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05/29/2026

Congratulations Kayla and the 700-some other Western Canada High School graduates celebrating today!!! ⁠
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Being the biggest high school in Calgary, I’ve photographed quite a few grads from this school this year… so I’ll be spreading out WCHS photos out over the next few days!⁠
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I love how grad season in Calgary coincides with blossoms and greenery. The colours add so much energy and life to the celebration!⁠
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05/29/2026

What fun with these six Bowness grads who have known each other for YEARS!! Three of them have actually known each other since preschool and I am so glad they opted for a friends session! ⁠
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We just took these photos a couple of days ago, and I couldn’t wait to get a few edited for them to smile at today. The rain was definitely threatening for a while, but in the end we ended up with an absolutely gorgeous evening and the best light. ⁠
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Today is their grad, and I wanted to make sure to send them a huge CONGRATS!! Hope you're having an amazing celebration!!⁠
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05/28/2026

This grad season has been SO MUCH fun!!! I have absolutely loved photographing high school graduates. It's been a little hard to keep up with the editing side, but I'm going to try and share lots over the next few days as many of these grads are celebrating over the next week.⁠
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The season started with Naiya’s session on Britannia Ridge and at the Sandy Beach bridge. I first met her family when our kids started at the same elementary school over a decade ago, so this one felt especially full circle. ⁠
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And my goodness, what a pleasure to talk with her again and hear about her high school years and what's ahead for her.⁠
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And in truly amazing mom fashion, Tina created a handmade 2026 sign that was absolutely fabulous to use in their backyard photos. Be sure to scroll through to see it — it was such a fun and personal touch!⁠


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05/25/2026

Imagine yourself here!!!

Blooming gardens.
Beautiful pathways.
Hidden little corners.

Garden Sessions at Vale’s Greenhouse are available for June 14 and I can't wait!!!

This sweet oasis in Diamond Valley is an unique backdrop for family photos, kids photos, branding images, or grad photos … and this space is going to be absolutely magical in June 🤍

Morning and afternoon sessions available.
Details + booking info available here: https://visualhues.pixifi.com/booking/jun14-2026valesgreenhouse/

Receive $100 off if you book before end of day May 25th with the code JUNE14

05/22/2026

Come to my gorgeous Spring Garden Photo Nook this weekend. Its right in my backyard!!! I have availability both Saturday and Sunday morning.

More info in profile link!

05/22/2026

05/21/2026

Light and shadow.
Gotta love it.

Oh… and I love the person in the light and shadow, too.

Kelly Jo Higgins

05/20/2026

This summer, I want to photograph kids and families IN their summer — not just in front of a pretty summer backdrop.⁠
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I want to capture the places that matter to you.⁠
The things your kids are obsessed with right now.⁠
The way your family actually spends time together.⁠
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Doing what you love… where you love. ⁠
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Like these two.⁠
Photographed on their property near Ladysmith, where life revolves around horses, fresh air, and lots of time together outside. How fun is that?!?! One of them couldn’t even ride because of a cast on her arm — but honestly, that just becomes part of the story too!⁠
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So now I want to hear from you…⁠
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If I photographed your family in your summer, what would that look like?⁠
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A lake?⁠
Camping?⁠
Ice cream walks?⁠
Your acreage?⁠
Baseball diamonds?⁠
Sidewalk chalk creations?⁠
Backyard bonfire?⁠
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Tell me what your family loves doing together lately. I would LOVE to create sessions that feel personal, meaningful, and truly you.⁠
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So… who’s going to be my first one?!?⁠
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05/19/2026

A sweet mom invited her daughter’s two best friends to join a Spring Garden Photo Nook session… and honestly, it was SUCH a fun idea.⁠
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I absolutely love friendship shoots — for kids or adults!! 💛⁠
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This trio of energetic 7-year-olds arrived at the nook full of giggles, big opinions, endless energy, and the kind of friendship that feels completely magical at that age. Honestly, it took me right back over 10 years to when Hailey was this little.⁠
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There was climbing, laughing, whispering, “7-year-old-style” posing (always a treat 😂), and running between the flowers. They came up with so many ideas themselves, and the whole session was just pure fun.⁠
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These are the kinds of photos I know they’ll look back on years from now and remember not just what they looked like… but what it felt like to be together.⁠
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We had SO much fun.⁠
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Gorgeous fuschia planters purchased at ⁠
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