56 Today Feb 5th DO IT!

Thought this might be a good day to blog about trying something new and yes scary..like having your "picture taken". Yes even for me it can be nerve wracking as one who has their "vision" of what they look like, then reality comes a knocking and then you have to realize that the two may not entirely line up quite the same. Now I know that it takes a great photographer to really get it together - the angle,lens,lighting and the ability to make one relaxed to get something even close to our "ideal self"  but i know that you have to "let go" to really enjoy the whole experience to truly get inside of a person.Jen Rozenbaum was the photographer I went to last summer when I went to New York for the first time and asked her for a boudoir session. Hair and Makeup was done there in the same room as the shoot - a daylight session that lasted about an hour.
The Main point I want to share with you is  "do it" what ever that "it" is. Don't put it off when I......whatever.
Yes I wish I was a slim trim thing but I am not nor probably ever will be but at the moment I am who I am and love that .  So whether that is a Family portrait or business or boudoir or beauty session call your photographer and book it. And if that happens to be me you do this with I will make sure you shine and have a positive experience which let's you look back and have an image you would be proud to say really let's your soul shine and truly looks like you!!

Family Gatherings...Plan A Portrait to Keep those memories longer

When my friend Erin of Dandy Lines called to ask if I could possibly photograph her family who were gathering this past weekend to celebrate her Dad's Birthday, I was delighted as I was staying in town on the Long holiday weekend this year.
You know I often hear after the fact that people forgot to get a photo after all the planning that goes into getting together for such wonderful occasions, to NOT have a photo is such a missed opportunity.
Not so in this case.We got to do a little something for everyone and let them continue with their family gathering.
So this summer if you are planning a special event don't forget to put your photographer's name on the list of to dos and really relive those moments over and over.

Prom 2015 with My Daughter

For so many parents these last weeks of spring are filled with our teens tittering not about only their soon departure from high school (and groaning about exam hell)  but of what to wear to prom.  Hairstylists,makeup artists along with several shopping trips are consulted and the frenzy of the day can hardly be remembered other than in photos.
 This is our second and last child to be going through this and seeing it through the eyes of our daughter is certainly much different then with our son. "Being a photographer comes in kinda handy at this time I am told".
 Our day started  at 7am for her  ( I had already walked the two dogs an hour earlier!)  as we went to her friends home, who did her makeup, next was Salon Spice before reaching our studio. It really was fun to work with my daughter and create her memories.  Hanna had a  lovely prom dress she ordered on line ( turns out from Australia) beware shipping makes it incredibly more expensive then you might originally think! But it really was a bargain two piece and she was the only gal with that style so an even more important at PROM right. The day carried on for her but stopped for us as it really was about being with friends for photos and going around the city on a bus for more pics ( one does tire of this event going on too long). We are so grateful for all those in her life who have got her to this day particularly herself. Hanna is a wonderful,funny, articulate confident young woman who brings out the best in people. I truly am so so proud of her and how hard she has worked to get to these days that I hope she can find joy in seeing herself years from now in these images and remember it fondly.

I see so many people with these amazing dresses and suits on and just hope that they all get a pro image of them for their families as it really is such a rite of passage that it would be a pity to miss out on a photo that really reflects all the work that went into making Prom memorable. Thanks to Caitlin ( makeup) and Rebecca (hair) and I guess I get a little credit too. Next is Grad..but we have a month to prepare !!

I have one more on Instagram if you want to see it go to philomenahughes and you will find me..or go to our website and click on the Instagram link there. Maybe you will be there one day!
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Modern Love..Video

Lots of fun was had when we created this session for our clients .

So to help you think of what you can give him or her ..we made a little

video for you.

Watch for more videos as we would love to photograph you .

Time to drop a hint a BIG hint by giving a session to the one you love

and that can be for yourself too btw.

Call us at 564-3033

or email phil@phughesphotography.ca

Its less than 2 weeks till Christmas!! Yikes.

Hope we see you in 2015.

Christmas Ideas.....looking for one??

Sharing these before and after pics is one of the most popular blogs we get feedback on.
This gal came to us for a gift for her groom to be for her wedding in Sept. Now that the wedding is behind us
I can share these with you.He was thrilled to receive them and she was super happy with his response!! 
We sent Our Client to have Her hair and makeup done by Analise of Pinups Punks & Pretty Things Hair Lounge.  (250) 960-9305 if you are looking for an awesome stylist/makeup artist.
 
She was really happy with how it looked that she wanted to repeat the look for her wedding!
Keeping her images private of course is our promise so unless you know this gal this is all you will see. We have makeup and hair included in our sessions for your glamor or Boudoir session.So
keep us in mind ....Christmas is coming! You will need to book NOW though to have it ready on time to slip under the pillow!!

B&W Soiree & Burlsesque Show Plus Fundraiser

Philomena Hughes Photography was one of the 15 vendors who came out for the B&W Soiree Cancer Fundraiser organized by SHINE and SSShhh.....and we were so glad we got to meet so many old friends and many many new ones.The Venue was spectacular ( held in the  Newly rennovated Hart Crown Banquet Hall) as were many of the outfits and stilettos  (there was a competition for the best stilettos) that Julie, my studio assistant and I were in awe at how stunning  you all looked .So many beautiful woman - 350 of you came out to enjoy not only the Burlesque Show - a troupe from Quesnel called " Bottoms Up" who  were A M A Z I N G..but  got to see the new outfits from  THE Shagg. 92 items were in the  Silent Auction Items ( including one of ours)   The Food was  also Spectacular from the appies to the desserts.  Dana Mandi my fav. Indian Restaurant in town,owns this Venue and cater it as it has  a huge kitchen there too. So when you go inside of this place you are blown away!!Definitely a night to remember, I stayed till midnight and that is when the dancing just started!!. Well done Jacki and Shannon. and team. You rocked this event.

Maternity, An Outdoor Session

Maternity is such a beautiful time in a couples life.

  We met this couple through their Mom who also came out for a few pics with her First Grandchild to be.

They wanted to be outdoors and with their dog and we wanted to be safe so off we went to a friend of mine's farm . Their dog Murry,was a very happy to be the centre of attention.

 Mom is due around Thanksgiving so we will be thinking of you around then!!

Couples...Sensual Look

There are Many ways to photograph the one you love..and we have a super session for you.It doesn't have to be "traditional" by any means.
We are kinda far from those days.(But if you want one for Mom and Dad we can do it.

Give us a call and book this amazing session..which includes hair and makeup.

You can see Christine here ( from Shine Hair Salon) is just stunning with her man Rick..and this isn't the half of it!! You'll have to come to our studio to see the rest .!!!

Hair and Makeup by Christine...herself!!

Lauren & Tara Team up with Salon Spice

Doesn't every woman find a hairdresser and follow her to the ends of the earth ok..well where ever she goes in the same city right? Me too..Lauren has been MY hairdresser for several years and I would follow her even if she moved to Quesnel..maybe Williams Lake too!! ( Ps please don't!) Tara has also been around where Lauren has gone as well from La Tienda - Craze  now to  Salon Spice.So if you are looking for either of them because they are already your hairdressers now you know where they are.Or maybe you are looking for one.I can recommend MY Hairdresser ( and she can recommend Tara!!)

Just like I said she is MY Hairdresser (and I don't go to anyone else) we welcome you to call me  to be YOUR Photographer ( and yes we hope you only come to us but we know that isn't always the case right...but maybe....things will change when you come here!!) Love to be Yours!

Business Women Updates

 

Women in business also need to have their sessions of course and Camille came to us for hers.We like to have you come in after you have had your hair and makeup session as well .A consult is essential to knowing what kind of a look you need and the places you need to place your "face" in your marketing campaigns.It isn't just one look and we know that making the most of your time with us really adds value.Our business sessions are booking now in mid July so give us a call and get on top of things before the Fall comes!!

We love working with Men too

From time to time I get asked ...do you work with men cause you sure do alot of women it seems.!!
Well simply put yes...I do work with men..just more women hire me...and then we sometimes get the boys in when their spouses "bring" them. We would so welcome the fellas to call and book us and "bring" their wives in any time!!!! Hint Hint boys!. Richard came to us but it was for his corporate casual look as well as business look. Do you need an updated Business Portrait done? Give us a call and let's do it for you.

Welcome Back

Diane came back to us with her family after a number of  years since her last session and alot of changes in their family . She looked even more radiant and that was probably because of her grandchildren.. You can see how gorgeous they are.

 Thanks so much to those that hired our studio and brought us back together again quite by serendipity.

For our past clients we sure would love to see you again too!

Hair and Makeup done by Razor's Edge.Beautiful job.

Women Graduates.University of Northern B.C.

So Congratulations to all the grads in PG..either high school college or like the gals here University

It was a pleasure working with each of you and hearing your stories of hard work and perseverance.
May you all know how beautiful you are and how very proud so many people are of you.Thank you for
choosing our studio to make these images for you.               

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Sister Love..and Grad

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Jodi's ( former owner of Craze Hair Salon)  little sister graduated this past weekend and when I ran into  Jodi at the DQ a couple days before.She mentioned it so we planned to have them drop round that day after the ceremonies..and we did this shoot to celebrate all their relationships. The two in the centre are sisters as are the two on the Outside!! All gorgeous women.Would love to work with them all again. Love to see people accomplish their goals!!!

INSTAGRAM...Thrill to be followed by........J.A.

So I H A V E...to tell you ALL...that I am super thrilled as I posted a couple of pics this am and noticed a new follower  - following  me. Now   I am have been following for her for several months enjoying her pics.
I have also been following her for YEARS as her music pulls at my heart and soul .Topped by a sense of humor I ADORE...and yes seen her live Once in concert ..but would love to have another chance one day ..ok ok her initials are J.A...but if you look in the middle of the pic you will see Who I am talking about..
( ok enough name dropping right!)

Happy Mother's Day

Mother and Daughters relationships

are one of our most popular sessions these days which have been even more pleasure since we

introduced the hair and makeup included in our sessions.Double hair and makeup that is.So when Rebecca purchased a session with us she couldn't wait till her Mom came . Mom doesn't live in town so it was a really great chance for them to spend time together being pampered and coming for their session. If you want to have a session with your Mom you don't have to wait till next Mother's Day.Start planning it now and make any day Mother's Day...as the best time to do something is Now. Happy Mother's Day everyone. 

GIRLS' NIGHT OUT at our Studio

 

GIRLS' NIGHT OUT

What a great idea for you and your girl friends to do.A little wine & cheese, fruit dish or sushi and 5 - 8 of your best gal friends and a photo shoot with us. It was a lot of fun for these enthusiastic women who are mainly friends from the soccer club.They get together once a month when each one of them takes a turn to plan the event and it was Jaylene's turn this time.(Sorry to the other two friends that were missing this night)

Jaylene( girl in black in the center!) is one of the owners of CHINOOK YOGA who came out to our Spring has Sprung event a couple weeks ago.

Call us if you have a group you'd like to have do the same with us.

Senior Portraits and Graduation Memories Captured by Philomena Hughes Photography

Most of us can remember the joy and excitement of our senior year of high school or college in vivid detail as the looming graduation ceremony takes us that much closer to the person we aspire to be. Even with all of those memories in the back of our minds, it’s always nice to have the photographs to look back on and remember that young and excited version of ourselves as the years go by.

Then again, on a less serious note, getting your senior portraits done is just plain fun! You get to pose in your favorite outfits, maybe even taking the opportunity to show off your interests in a few shots. Then at the end of it all, you get to show them off and exchange with your friends.

At Philomena Hughes Photography, we can tailor your senior portrait session to suit your personal and unique style. During our consultation we can help plan the entire day; whether you prefer a studio session or a special location outdoors, your photo session will be custom designed to create gorgeous lasting memories.

At Philomena Hughes Photography, we ask that you book your consultation 2-4 weeks prior to your session, so that you can relax and have fun on the day that the photos are taken. Everything will be planned out in detail – all you need to do is sit back and allow us to capture the moment.

Senior year and college graduations symbolize a time of joy and growth, and we can honestly say that there is no other time in life that will be celebrated quite like these moments. Philomena Hughes Photography can ensure that the shots you walk away with will have you feeling great about yourself and eager to show them off!