Ajax,Durham Region,Whitby Photographer Petra King:: Tiny Light Foundation
So what did YOU do this past weekend? Get caught up with the family, running errands, housework and family time? Yup same here :) BUT I also spent some of my time with such a wonderful family in Whitby. You see we got connected via the wonderful new non profit foundation I am proud to be a memeber of: The Tiny Light Foundation.
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Sunday morning I shared it with a sweet happy and adorable little boy named Liam. Here's Liam's story! (*used with permission)
"When we discovered in October of 2008 that we were expecting our 3rd baby, we never could have imagined what was in store for us. At 20 weeks pregnant, we learned Liam would be born with a cleft lip and palate. We were crushed! We didn't know then, but Liam had more surprised for us. By the time I gave birth, we had come to terms with Liam's cleft diagnosis and realized it was something that could be 'fixed'. On June 18, 2009 our third son Liam made his appearance into the world. When Liam was 5 weeks old we were told he had bilateral PHPV, a rare eye condition leaving him blind in both eyes. What seemed insurmountable a year and a half ago seems almost 'normal' to us now. I can't imagine my life any other way! Liam has taught us so much in such a short time. We truly see the world in a different, more positive way. It's been a difficult road, one which we never could have imagined we'd be taking, and I'm sure to many when I say we're so blessed it may seem strange - but we are! Dave and I have been together for 13 years and married for the past 8. We have 3 sons together Lukas, 6 years; Brady 5 years; Liam 18 months, as well as Dave's son Nathan, 16 years. We have our ups & downs, but really - don't we all! Liam truly is a 'tiny light' - he brightens the hearts of every person he meets! He's had 14 surgical procedures in just 18 months of life. He's a strong little boy and he fills me with a little more pride each and every day!"
Liam clearly stole the show yestarday morning. I knew our window of capturing some images of him in his home would be small, BUT as you can see he's such a sweet little guy and what a ham! I love it :)
He has 3 loving sweet older brothers and what a handsome bunch they are. Just look at those rockin' mohawks! Kristina,Dave thanks very much for welcoming me yestarday. It was a pleasure and a special thanks for the thoughtful gift you sent me home with Kristina. So sweet of you. Not needed but very gracious!
Looking forward to seeing you all again in spring/summer for a family session outdoors.
Here are a few images of your Tiny Light. What a ray of sunshine he is indeed!
Meet Liam.
Love this one..
Ajax Durham Region On location lifestyle Photographer Petra King:: The Tiny Light Foundation
How WONDERFUL!!! I am so excited to have been asked to be a part of this FANTASTIC foundation.
The Tiny Light Foundation is a new non profit organization that provides professional photography to families that are going through life altering diagnoses. More information can found on the Tiny Light Website and please take a moment to read some of the amazing stories from our Tiny Lights!
The website can be found here: The Tiny Light Foundation and share it out with anyone that you think may benefit from this.
Giving back to the community gives me such a HUGE warmth in my heart. It's such a bonus for us that it is Canadian too! Awesome job ladies!
Special shoutout to Melissa DePape for inviting me to be a part of the Tiny Light Foundation family! Thank you and I look forward to the year ahead!
*I have my first Tiny Light Session coming this week. I can't wait to meet this special family!
Ajax, Durham Region, Maternity,Newborn Photographer:: connecting
I've been inspired to blog today about how photography connects us. In today's saturated media world we are bombarded with images. Thousands of images that we see daily. Images that we glance at but pay no attention to. Images that we don't really focus on. Then... there are images or photographs that draw us in. These photographs emmulate the way our mind freezes a significant moment.
Photography is powerful! It stirs an emotion in us that allows us to relive a moment, tells a story and connects us.
Being connected to a photograph be it someone you know, a stranger, a landscape, portriat or whatever meduim you desire, aids in telling a story that allows us to understand what life is all about.
All the challenges, the obstacles and the success that the world deals with daily are told in photographs. So I encourage you to get connected with some of your favorite images!
Get inspired and allow your emotions to connect you!
If you'd like to book a session with Petra King Photography, please contact me at petraking@rogers.com
I look forward to meeting you.
Till next time.
Petra
Ajax,Durham Region,Maternity,Newborn,Family Photographer:: New Website Launch!!
It's FINALLY here! February 1st and a BRAND spanking new website! I am so in love with my new site, I have been so excited to share it with you all! Thanks SO much for all your support, love and comments! You provide a constant srouce of inspiration for me! I can't wait to grow in my new HOME! The last 4 years have been awesome and the start of 2011 has been nothing but AMAZING! I can't wait to see what it brings for Petra King Photography!
Come check out the new diggs! Petra King Photography. Fresh new home, and brand new look!
While on the topic of celebration, let's do a Giveaway! Book a newborn session from February 1st, 2011 through till March 1st, 2011 and you will receive a complimentary materntiy session!
Sessions to take place before September 1st, 2011! Sessions to take place in Ajax, Pickering,Whitby or Oshawa, all on location, indoors OR outdoors! Your choice.
For my current clients, any referrals received for this giveaway, you will get a $50 print credit! Just for spreading some good old fashioned chit chat!
So go on, spread the word! I can't wait to work with you and your family!
Ajax,Brooklin,Durham Region Baby Photographer Petra King:: He's one!
Happy Birthday little man! I ended my busy week with another wonderful session and my goodness it was a laugh! Many of you may remember this adorable little guy from six months ago! How he's grown! You can see him and his GORGEOUS family HERE! My favorite little blonde haired dude turned ONE! OH my goodness so sweet! Not to mention quite the ladies man already..Mr. Flirty ;) We celebrated with a cake smash session today. Well least that's what it was supposed to be. You see Merrick didn't know what to make of the cake, but that quickly changed when he tasted the total yumminess. This beautiful and tasty cake was created by a very talented lady named Siobhan. You can find her over at Hey Sugar! Go check her out! Not only was the cake perfect, it was SO GOOD! ( she's in my neighbourhood and that's not a good thing if I am going to keep on running in 2011 lol)
Michelle, Dave, thanks a million for today. It was awesome to see you all again. Enjoy the sneak peeks and I'll be in touch soon! Love, P
