You know what’s great? Finding an excellent deal or sale when you’re in need of a little retail therapy (or just for fun!) And do you know where to find exceptional deals of beloved brands such as Levi’s, Suzy Shier, Guess, Aldo Shoes and Nine West? Dixie Outlet Mall in Mississauga! It has been such fun shooting for this mall and discovering all sorts of amazing clothes, accessories and products at killer prices — like 30%, 50% and even 70% off! If you have a moment, pay this wondrous place a visit. You won’t regret it! (more…)
TORONTO BLOGGER: 21 THINGS I WISH I HAD KNOWN BEFORE STARTING MY BUSINESS
Running and relying on your own business is exciting, but also petrifying, which is why today I would like to take a moment and share 21 things that I wish I had known before starting my own business many moons ago. In other words, this is a list of things that I wish my younger self had been told. So here it goes! (more…)
TORONTO BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHER: WEDDING DRESS LOOKBOOK
There are some photography projects that are just a dream come true and being asked to create White Studio Bridal‘s wedding dress lookbook was once such dream! The requested aesthetic was soft, modern, minimalist and dreamy, which is exactly what we cooked up in the studio! It was a gorgeous afternoon of twirling, laughing, dressing in hand-crafted Canadian designed gowns and lusting over the exquisite high end fabrics. Be sure to visit the link above for the complete collection! (more…)
TORONTO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER: A WINDY THOMPSON HOTEL WEDDING
It’s always lovely when Toronto love stories incorporate iconic Toronto scenery on the wedding day. This beautiful couple celebrated at The Thompson Hotel and we had a glorious time capturing one-of-a-kind moments with the majestic Toronto skyline lingering in the background. It was a windy day. It was a chilly day. But it was a magical day through and through as well! Lots more from this celebration to come! (more…)
WELCOME TO GOOSEBERRY STUDIOS: WHY I REBRANDED MY BUSINESS
Welcome to the new and improved LLB Creative, which from now on will be known as Gooseberry Studios. Moving forward, the fresh bright and bubbly banner, Gooseberry Studios, will be home to my photography studio, my fine art print shop, my branding services and my lifestyle blog.
This rebrand may come as a surprise to you, because it came as a surprise to me. About a week ago, my websites were hacked and I lost all sorts of content which placed me in a rather pitiful position. But I made a decision… (more…)
TORONTO FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER: CHIC SPRING PHOTOSHOOT
You wouldn’t guess it to look at this shoot, but this was a freezing day! However, partnering with the warm, energetic personality of popular Toronto Instagrammer, Nafisa’s Closet, made this an exceptionally fun photoshoot! Her website will be launching this fall with all sorts of incredible fashion finds and couture garments! It is always a pleasure creating a shoot that captures various aspects of a client’s personality and this chic spring photoshoot brought together vibrant colours, comfortable clothing and superb styling! (more…)
TORONTO FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER: MINIMAL FASHION THAT STANDS OUT
There’s a new fashion blogger on the block and her name is Minimal Animal. This fancy lady is all about minimalist fashion, art from the heart and self discovery. Be sure to follow her on Instagram to keep up to date with all of her latest blogging and life adventures! (more…)
TORONTO LIFESTYLE BLOGGER: 8 DOS AND DONTS TO WRITE A GREAT SMALL BUSINESS PLAN
If there is one piece of advice that I cannot stress enough to budding and established entrepreneurs alike it’s this: write a business plan. Even if you aren’t actively looking for investors, a business plan is a fantastic exercise to help you understand your company inside and out, as well as its position in the marketplace. (more…)
TORONTO FASHION PHOTOGRAPHER: TORONTO BLOGGER JEM CASTOR IN PINK!
Goodness I do love me a fashion photography project, especially when your blogger client (in this case the fabulous Jem Castor Marketing) shows up with an awesome confidence, edgy style and contagious energy! As Jem is the ‘marketer in pink’ we of course had to scope out this gorgeous bright pink brick wall for our shoot. (more…)
TORONTO WEDDING PLANNER: VANESSA WEST EVENTS BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY PROJECT
If you’re a small business owner with an online presence, you have exactly 3.2 seconds to capture a potential client’s attention with your website or social media channels. If your photography isn’t compelling, you can bet your bottom dollar that that person will be clicking away to other sites (after all, wouldn’t you?) (more…)
TORONTO FASHION BLOGGER: 5 SUPER SIMPLE TIPS TO HELP YOU READ MORE
It’s somewhat ironic that I have no words for how much I love reading. However, finding time to curl up with a novel is a challenge when you’re running multiple brands, which means the stack of titles collecting on my nightstand recently started to resemble the leaning tower of Pisa. This year I am resolved to get back into a regular reading rhythm and thought I would share a few tips to help you also rekindle your love of literature, if you’re interested. (more…)
TORONTO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER: COLETTE GRAND CAFE WEDDING
Wedding season began early this year with a romantic and intimate evening celebration held at Colette Grand Cafe in downtown Toronto. Surrounding by flickering candlelight, Parisian decor and 70 loved ones, this couple exchanged vows and started their life together as husband and wife. (more…)
TORONTO WEDDING VENUES: THE BEST TORONTO WEDDING VENUES YOU DON’T KNOW ABOUT
Choosing a place to get married is an enormous decision. Here are the 5 best Toronto wedding venues that I’ve had the pleasure of shooting in. Each of these offers a unique experience, impeccable service, dreamy decor and a sprinkling of magic to celebrate your love in true style. (more…)
TORONTO NEWBORN PHOTOGRAPHER: NEW BABY SISTER MAKES FOUR
I adore natural Toronto newborn sessions where the sweet little baby is being welcomed home by a proud older sibling. This little one is a doting big sister who loves to hold the fresh bundle of joy and follow mama about the house with her doll firmly in tow. This was a wonderful sun-drenched afternoon spent capturing snuggles and gurgles (and soaking up as much of that wonderful baby smell as possible!) (more…)
TORONTO FASHION BLOGGER: HOW TO FALL IN LOVE WITH FITNESS
Today I would like to share with you a mental shift that I experienced last fall which completely transformed my sedentary lifestyle and lack of passion about fitness. I hope that today’s post may inspire you to pursue a more active lifestyle as well. (more…)
TORONTO WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER: U of T WEDDING
A beautiful wedding at the University of Toronto completely captured my imagination (and heart!) Who knew that there was such a gem of a venue hidden in downtown Toronto. It was like strolling through a storybook and discovering a whole new pocket of the city. Here is a little sneak peek from this gorgeous day! (more…)
TORONTO FASHION BLOGGER: THE SECRET TO ENJOYING WINTER
Winter. Oh winter. We meet again. Every year I swear that we’re finally going to become friends, but inevitably I end up under a mountain of blankets whimpering into my fireplace. Well, no more! This year I am resolved to rediscover the extraordinary joys of winter by following these self-imposed guidelines. (more…)
TORONTO FASHION BLOGGER: HOW TO SET (AND ACHIEVE) GOALS
The tantalizing sense of possibility that lies in the fresh year ahead is intoxicating and it’s easy to get swept away by that warm and fuzzy feeling when setting your goals.
Creating goals that are attainable is something of an art form in and of itself, and while there is no right or wrong way to go about this, here are some tips that I’ve gleaned from my years running my own business that I hope will help you to achieve yours. (more…)