These past few weeks have been amazing and exhausting. I've served so many amazing families this year. The walls of my client's homes are so full of memories. And now it's time to take a short break for the holidays. All too often we look at our days and think to ourselves we don't have enough hours in the day. When really we need to…

Surround yourself with people who dream as big as you do. It's so important that when you look for the right photographer, you find one who's vision lines up with yours. Someone who's excited to work with you and dreams just as big. When it comes to working as a photographer, I realized early on how important it was to connect to the…

When I'm not running my photography business, I'm caring for my children, plants, or animals, a cup of tea in hand. Balancing between being a photographer and a parent is no easy task. It does make this journey even more fun though. Although it always feels like a balancing act, they complement each other in a beautiful way…

I haven't introduced myself on here for a while so I thought I'd do that again. A big warm hello to you! My name is Karen (but not the annoying kind 😉) and I'm the dreamer behind Reflections of Life Photography. When I was in elementary school I fell in love with photography after bringing my 110 mm camera to school and documenting…

I’ve been photographing families since 2005. I’ve learned a LOT during that time. One big lesson I’ve learned was how to help people to be themselves. How to get real smiles and laughter in front of the camera. You’ve got to create an environment that makes them comfortable. A huge part of that when outdoors is light and temperature! Here are…

Here are 3 things that I’m grateful for this week. God, for always watching over me and giving me grace, my adorable family and their need for hugs, and jumpsuits (I basically live in them)! But the biggest thing I’m thankful for today is... YOU! Not a day passes that I don’t give thanks for my community, and for all of you. Today, a client & subscriber sent…

There is something about holding the hands of an infant. Wondering what those hands will create and whose they will hold. Thinking about that brings to life that their lives are unfolding before us. Even now, that potential bursts through every corner of their existence. And if we lean into it, we can see their dreams being awakened in each…

The Reflections of Life photo studio is located at 42 Debora Drive in Grimsby, Ontario, Canada. It’s bright, open and newly renovated. This space is used for newborn, maternity, baby and family photoshoots. I also have wardrobe consultations and image reveals by appointment. There are a few words I would use to describe each wonderful…

This was one of those photoshoots that photographers dream about. Everyone was so happy to be there, the kids behaved well, and there was nothing but love shown by everyone the whole time. While mama and baby were getting ready for newborn photos, I started photographing the older siblings while they waited patiently. Then dad jumped…

You impact people wherever you go. You leave a legacy in the relationships you have and the love that you pour out. Everything that you do counts. Every smile. Every hug. Every encouraging word. Every cuddle. Invest your love in the lives around you because you’re creating a legacy that goes way beyond you. You impact people. You are a…

I know you’re out there comparing yourself to the other moms. I know you’re checking out how parents are making this at-home, all day, every day thing work during the pandemic. I know this because I’m doing it too. Depending on the ages and stages of your child, special needs and preferences, there are challenges. And…

With the government recommendations for social distancing, we can feel so alone. It’s been just over a week for our family without visiting a family member or friend, but it feels like it’s been longer. Even with all the internet capabilities, I still feel lonely. When my son Henry climbs down the stairs into our basement, he’s…