Open Lens Photography

Open Lens Photography A photographer dedicated to capturing and artistically portraying moments of “your one wild and precious life.”

About me:
I have always found joy in paying attention to the details around me, but it wasn't until I fortuitously landed a photo-journalist position on the East Coast that I discovered how rewarding it is to capture them with a camera and turn a moment into timeless art. As those around me started enjoying and commenting on the photos I posted weekly, I was soon asked to photograph a wedding, an

engagement, then a family portrait, and another. Over the period of the next few years, I was privileged to work and learn under the talented Michael Rosengard of North Island Photography in New York (check out his page at https://www.facebook.com/NorthIslandPhoto), and my passion quickly grew for this craft called photography - writing with light! I now reside in the beautiful Fraser Valley in British Columbia, Canada, and am actively exploring the rest of the world with my camera in hand as often as I can. Currently I am inspired and challenged to keep learning and growing as an artist through participating in the Abbotsford Photo Arts Club (APAC) and I am eager to see the images I have yet to create, to meet those I have yet to have the honor of photographing! What to expect:
There is great value in spending time with people during a photo shoot and not rushing the process; making sure you feel as comfortable as possible is a vital element in the process of artistically portraying who you are. Using a blend of candid and traditional techniques I patiently wait for moments to naturally unfold, and also guide you into the positions and poses that will translate into an attractive image. I work mostly with natural light either outside or inside the homes of those I am working with, and am always willing to travel to far-off places to document part of your story! In a pre-session consultation, I like to gain an understanding of what you are hoping for in your photographs and discuss details like wardrobe selection and location. Also, if possible, it is fun to sit down with you in my studio when your images are ready to present them to you for the first time! With me as your photographer, you’ll experience an easygoing, enjoyable photo session while I work tirelessly behind the camera to capture moments of “your one wild and precious life" (excerpt from one of my favorite poems The Summer Day by Mary Oliver).

Cultus Lake is my favourite! Add this dynamic, gorgeous couple and a perfectly calm day and it was heavenly!
12/07/2017

Cultus Lake is my favourite! Add this dynamic, gorgeous couple and a perfectly calm day and it was heavenly!

This beautiful family keeps growing! First shoot with Axie on the most gorgeous fall day 🤗
10/22/2017

This beautiful family keeps growing! First shoot with Axie on the most gorgeous fall day 🤗

Always a blast shooting these two beauties!
10/09/2017

Always a blast shooting these two beauties!

A beautiful day (a long time ago now) to celebrate the upcoming arrival of Emery's brother Roman! I love this beautiful ...
08/20/2017

A beautiful day (a long time ago now) to celebrate the upcoming arrival of Emery's brother Roman! I love this beautiful family so much! Leah and Regan

Christina & Chris, Maggie and Hannah were a dream to photograph and this gorgeous evening set the stage perfectly! The l...
05/31/2017

Christina & Chris, Maggie and Hannah were a dream to photograph and this gorgeous evening set the stage perfectly! The light! The smiles!! The joy!!!

A perfect fall day at the river to spend with this lovely family which includes my adorable niece! So much fun!! Regan ...
11/06/2016

A perfect fall day at the river to spend with this lovely family which includes my adorable niece! So much fun!! Regan Lavallee Leah Lavallee Cheryl Britton Courtney Lavallee Alexa Lavallee

Love my family - I think these photos speak for themselves, this kid has brought so much love and laughter into our live...
10/31/2016

Love my family - I think these photos speak for themselves, this kid has brought so much love and laughter into our lives! Amberly Thiessen Martz Nathan Martz

Such an awesome location to capture the energy of this beautiful family! I had so much fun with all the colors and lines...
10/27/2016

Such an awesome location to capture the energy of this beautiful family! I had so much fun with all the colors and lines, and they were game for anything! Robyn Harold

What a gorgeous day to be out in the fall colours with this dear friend and glowing mother-to-be! Tamara Dianne Smith
10/15/2016

What a gorgeous day to be out in the fall colours with this dear friend and glowing mother-to-be! Tamara Dianne Smith

I LOVE farms and I love this family! So much fun capturing the excitement they have for their new home... Sheryl Neetz
10/07/2016

I LOVE farms and I love this family! So much fun capturing the excitement they have for their new home... Sheryl Neetz

I could have spent all day behind the lens with these two and their parents:) Such a gorgeous family! Marie Acle
09/03/2016

I could have spent all day behind the lens with these two and their parents:) Such a gorgeous family! Marie Acle

It's so much fun when models are up for anything! The lovely Carla Swope bravely dove right in and reflected her passion...
08/31/2016

It's so much fun when models are up for anything! The lovely Carla Swope bravely dove right in and reflected her passion for nature and precious stones in these promo shots for her jewelry design!

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Chilliwack, BC

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