Coquitlam Family Photographer

Yes. I'm based in Coquitlam and photograph families anywhere in Greater Vancouver. Around the Tri-Cities, I love the open fields at Colony Farm and the forest trails of Mundy Park, and Deer Lake in Burnaby and the Pitt River Dike are close by too. A $20 travel fee applies only to West Vancouver, Richmond, UBC and Spanish Banks.

Of course. Tell me a little about your family - your children's ages, how far they're happy to walk and the feeling you'd love in your photos - and I'll suggest a few settings that fit the season and the time of day. If you'd rather be indoors, I can book a studio; studio rental is additional and starts at $50 per hour.

Choose two or three colours that sit well together, then mix textures and patterns within them rather than dressing everyone alike. You'll receive my family styling guides and inspiration boards, and you're welcome to borrow selected pieces from my client closet at no extra cost. The Family Classic allows up to two outfits, and the Family Story up to three.

Absolutely - these are often the photos families treasure most. Immediate-family sessions are included in the package price; extended-family sessions cover up to six people, with $25 for each extra person. Tell me your group size when you get in touch, so we plan enough time for every grouping.

Outdoors, the hour or two before sunset gives the softest, warmest light, and early mornings are lovely too. With little ones, though, the best time is often the one that fits their routine - a happy, well-rested toddler matters more than perfect light. We'll find a time that works for both.

That's completely normal, and you don't need to worry. Children don't have to sit still or smile on command - I use simple prompts, movement and play to help them relax, and follow their energy rather than fighting it. Some of the most loved photos come from the moments in between.

Yes. We'll plan a short list before the day - the whole family, each parent with the children, siblings together and a few individual portraits - so nothing is missed. The Family Story's extra half hour gives more room for groupings, especially with a bigger family.

Your edited photographs are ready within 12 business days, delivered in a private online gallery with files for printing and sharing. The gallery stays open for one month, so download your favourites early. All images listed in your package are included - no separate purchase required.