HELP Portrait 2016 PG Participated

Prince George has alot of heart...the pic of the little girl with the Heart in her Hair who came with her family of 17 in total, was taken by me at our HELP Sessions here this past Saturday as we here  we were able to once again put on 
HELP PORTRAIT . What is HELP?

Each December, photographers, hairstylists and makeup artists all around the world will find people in need, take their picture, print their picture and then deliver it—free of charge.

We did it  at St.Michael and All Angels Church Hall, who provide the use of their hall for free to us. We like to thank Peggy from Loxx Academy and all her girls who come out each year to do the hair and  this year makeup too, for our participants. And many thanks to Bill from WD West Studios who provides the Free 8x10 print for each family that we delivered later the same day to all. Where would we be without all this acts of kindness. To those who gave coffee and cookies thank you. To each of you who gave of your time and talents thank you but most of all Thank you to those who came out to spend time with us so that we could Give you A Portrait.

A Mother & Daughter Portrait to Cherish

A Mother and Daughter session is always lovely to do, but  this one was also emotional.  Lucy and her Mom

will be separated in January  when she leaves to live in England, for her gap year. Though  both of them are prepared  and agreed that with the Internet it doesn't seem as difficult we also know that it will have its impact ..Letting go is easier said than done.I too will be experiencing this when our 15 year old

daughter goes to France to live for 6 months  in Jan. 

Your comment Collette that we caught the essence of Lucy and of your relationship really says it all to me.

Thanks so much for coming back to our studio and letting me be Your Photographer.
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GrandPa and Granddaughter

Proud Grandpa and his Granddaughter who stayed awake a long time...not wanting to miss anything.This was a newborn session with Mom Dad and GrandMom too.She was under 2 weeks old but very very alert!

Any Day Now.

Oh I LOVE Boudoir and double that when it is for a new Momma to be.
This was such a beautiful session that we did for our Bridal Winner from Storybook Wedding Show back in

January. She looked radiant as you can see.Thanks so much to Renata at La Tienda who did her hair in this very 50s ish style and to Crystal of Blessings Studio who did the makeup.Both ladies put their talents in with us to give a wonderful experience which she just can not say enough positive things about.She said "everyone should do it , even my Mom!!" Hear that Mom ...or soon Grand Mom (for the 3rd time!) I think that would be super!!  And we are super excited because in a couple weeks we will be seeing her back again with her little bundle of joy!!Our Winner's Boudoir Sessionhttps://www.facebook.com/crystal.desharnais.9?ref=ts&fref=ts

Maternity Fun

You know when a couple come to just enjoy themselves you are so pumped and it just brings out some great images.
Well it did with these two!! what a fun session for me.Ryan was joking with Trish's hair on his head and the super energy just continued. Thanks so much for asking me to do this for you.Can't wait to continue the fun with you when the baby comes!!!

Pretty in Pink Plus

Introducing one of our newest sets!! Pretty in Pink.How cute is this?
Our first session on this set and boy did she have fun.It is a surprise for her husband so if you know her
please keep it to yourself until after the end of August. She didn't think he'd be looking here ( but he will after!!) Hair done by Erin at Contours and Makeup by Les Beaux Visages - Linda. Beautiful job everyone!!

Little Holiday Time

Hope you all had a break...of some kind this long winter.
I was with friends in Mexico who flew in from Ireland.
We met up on St.Paddy's Day!!
It was So Good to be in the sun all day.
On our last day I did some pics of them on the beach.
And yes it may be strange that I show this as one of my favorites ..being out of focus but honestly it is. It is like a dream - not quite visible but evokes a great memory. Just thought I'd share this with you. Now I am back, full of vigor and enjoying myself doing a variety of sessions..and spring cleaning.

Prince George Photographers win at BC Photo Salon

Our Imagequest 2012 was alot of work for many of us but it surely paid off to see old friends and make new ones.Our speakers were so inspiring. Storey Wilkins and David Anthony Williams from Toronto,Chuck Arlund from Kansas City,USA ,Wendell Phillips from Vancouver and Gina Yesnik from Saskatoon,Sask.gave us solid tips,ideas and inspiration.

Running simultaneously were the people running the 67th Salon Print Show. Many people put countless hours into preparing the show,judging results then the actual Salon Awards Presentation. A dinner to celebrate together with our peers and talented photographers was followed by dancing to the sounds of one of our Vancouver photographer's band "Since When".

I had only one image accepted but it just shows you the "power of one"! It won for Best Press.
Debbie Malm was for Best Child and Tina Cyr was a finalist for Photographer of the Year,which went to Chester Gossen of Vancouver.

The North continues to rock

STORYBOOK WEDDING BRIDAL SHOW JAN 22,2012

Yes, we are going to be out at another bridal show...love em!
You won't miss us as we will be the first thing you see when you come in....Do stop by for some sweet things we are going to be giving away.BOUDOIR of course !
Sunday Jan 22 10am -3pm Civic Centre here in Prince George.
tickets are $20 from Storybook on 3rd Ave(across from the Northern) 614-9178

Hollywood Glamour

What a stunning woman! Pampered by having her hair coiffed by Renata at La Tienda in the morning, then followed up with a beautiful makeup session with Heather at Les Beaux Visages, she came to us for her session.Our client Dana won her session from us at the HOMESHOW and patiently waited while we worked on our new sets.It sure paid off!
Here are her words:

I really can't thank you enough for this wonderful prize. What a wonderful boost to the self esteem, and a beautiful and personal gift for my husband. Every woman in the world should experience boudoir in your hands. You certainly have a gift. Thank you for sharing it with me.

GALA NIGHT AT THE BAY Nov 30 FACE TIME

Well Christmas is in the air and we are nearing the completion of several exciting projects.
Meantime we are out to spread the "Boudoir Dreams Come True" word.We have been asked to once again be at the Bay for their GALA Night November 23 6pm-9pm.
TICKETS AVAILABLE FROM THE BAY$10 ( and as in the Spring $8 goes towards your purchases) Included in your ticket will be yummy food & refreshments as you are entertained by a fashion show and maybe even a bit of a dance if you are so inclined.Otherwise consultants will be there to give you some tips on fashion & beauty.And we will be there to explain more about our news. Sure makes Christmas shopping with the girlfriends more exciting!! So come on out!
Ps
If you join our Facebook BOUDOIR DREAMS COME TRUE ..your name goes into a draw so join us now.
You can still book a session to give as a gift that will never be forgotten for Christmas.
Or you can purchase a cute gift card and let them find that in their stocking!!

Northern Diva PG Oct 14 15 & 16 Civic Centre

Hey Ladies and Sensitive Men, here is a show that is a something we can relate to .... the "Diva" in all of us. Come on out $5 gets you a weekend pass to wonder through the booths 30 of us there and check out the Angel Pole Dancers and more. Drop by our Booth #31 and see what goodies we are showcasing.Boudoir ladies Boudoir..Christmas is just around the corner so get a jump on your gift idea for your partner and book your session and see what "extra" you will get . (Men - you can book a gift session for your partners as well and pop it in her stocking!!) We will be talking about our news there so hope we see you out there .

SEPT.15TH PRO NIGHT 6-9pm Books & Co.

This is definitely a night you will NOT want to miss.
5 local photographers answer your questions about professional photography . Its the real truth about our careers.Maybe you are considering it as a career yourself or you know someone and you have always wanted to know what it is really like to be a Professional Photographer.Here's your chance.It will be another year before we hold another one.Free but you need to reserve a seat.PRIZES to be handed out.ARTSPACE (above Books&Co) PG. email bobbicarpinostudio@gmail.com and bring a friend! See you there.

HOMESHOW 2011 Winners...Announced

Well,it took a bit of time for us to announce the winners..as we had to contact them first! It is
wonderful to say that both of them are previous
clients of ours so Our Grand Prize winner is Dana
whose twins we photographed in 2008 (and we
also did their maternity images) so she is thrilled
and can't wait to do her session...which includes
her makeup with Les Beaux Visages Salon...and
hair up do..with La Tienda!! Our second prize
winner...was in today having her session and received
another set included and as this is a surprise for her new
husband we can't release the name..but congrats anyway!

AT THE BAY MAY 3RD...see you there!!

The Bay is doing a promotional fund raiser for Canadian Women'Foundation Girls Fund evening on May 3rd from 6-9pm and they have invited our studio exclusively to be there to show our products and service! It will be all about Boudoir so come on out and support this event,get in on some great deals and help raise money for the foundation.

HOMESHOW 2011 April 29 - May 1s t Fri-Sun

It is Homeshow once again and what an auspicious day the 29th April is !! Wills & Kate's wedding of course which I will be up at the crack of whatever to watch that day! Then it's a full weekend of meeting new people and visiting with clients and friends the rest of the time. I am so excited to share the BOUDOIR experience with
Prince George ( though I am sure not everyone is as crazy to hear or see it!) i can't wait and we have another chance for some lucky gal to win a session with me. They will also have their Hair done by La Tienda ( thank you for sponsoring that Wendy!) and then their makeup done by Les Beaux Visages Salon (thank you Heather for sponsoring that part). We have a couple of other prizes to win (but you have to actually
prebook and pay for a boudoir session to qualify for the draw!! Save $50 off any of our package deals!
We also have something for our families too....we have a special which includes this year a $75 credit towards their order. Again these specials only happen once a year at the HOMESHOW so if you were planning to have a boudoir experience or need a gift for Mother's Day and are doing it in the next year this is a SUPER deal to Pickup.
PS.you could also prepay for a boudoir session for your wife or girlfriend and give it to them as a gift ( for both of you!!) See you there BOOTH #213 Kin 2

I will be wearing my "wedding hat"!!!!

Audrey Hepburn Inspiration

This Boudoir session for the love of her life was such alot of fun today.We did most of the work in lingerie but then on the next set it
was this dress he had bought for her that we worked with.So glad she brought it in.
The inspiration for this image was from an old Audrey Hepburn image my client had seen. Are you inspired enough to come for your
boudoir Plus session?

Tops & Bottoms Boudoir Session

What alot of fun we had again today starting when Susanne,owner of Tops & Bottoms (Bras that fit) came to start the session off with her employee in this shot. Her employee was absolutely nervous but look at the amazing image we were able to create. Can you believe she is a mother of 4 girls from age 6 -15?!! Wow.
We are now creating the book that you can see when you go for your bra fitting at Tops & Bottoms on 2nd Ave here in Prince George. Tell Susanne you saw her picture here!!

And the Winner is.....Valentine Day Razors Edge Draw

Finally - Our Valentine's Day Draw at Razors Edge was drawn today and the winner is
Francine Redford!! Francine said she enters draws all the time and wasn't quite sure what it was
she won..but is delighted to come for her session on Saturday!! Hair and Makeup is sponsored by RAZORS EDGE and the photography by us ! Congrats Francine!
If you were waiting to see if you were going to win your session my apologies! So now you can book your session and have your amazing boudoir session!

WIN A BOUDOIR SESSION AT RAZOR'S EDGE

In a day or two you will see a New Draw box at RAZOR'S EDGE. Enter for your chance to win a Valentine's BOUDOIR SESSION with us!
Hair and Makeup will be done by the gals at RAZOR'S EDGE. The Photography will be of course be done by ourselves - Philomena Hughes Photography.
So make your appointment at RAZOR'S EDGE HAIR & DAY SPA. 562-1239 and enter to win.

The Draw Date is February 14th Valentines' Day!! how sweet is that when I call You !

Also pick up a Our New BOUDOIR Cards at RAZOR'S EDGE and check us out if you are not the winner but you sure will feel like a winner after having your Boudoir Experience with us!!!