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Because it was Nelson’s birthday, and because I cannot seem to put my camera down this weekend, and because it’s been too long since I’ve blogged a dinner party, I bring you this. It’s these evenings. With my camera. Holding memories. It’s these times. It’s these I love.

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victoria bc portrait and food photographer

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victoria bc portrait and food photographer

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  • jennifer armstrong - June 10, 2013 - 8:31 pm

    your love of food, good friends & all things photographic shine through in these. Beautiful captures of what looked like a fabulous gathering. Thanks for sharing.

  • Melanie - June 10, 2013 - 8:39 pm

    So beautiful….what a talent you are.

  • Danielle - June 10, 2013 - 9:27 pm

    AMAZING! As always – stunning.

  • Megan - June 13, 2013 - 3:26 pm

    Where did you find so many photogenic people (and food) under one roof?!!
    And they were REALLY having a good time (not just mugging for the camera)…
    Thanks!

  • ruth - June 15, 2013 - 11:34 am

    Great, as usual, Rebecca…everything, and everyone, looked so good!

  • Diane - June 18, 2013 - 1:44 pm

    Lovely photos, Rebecca.

It is a sad state of affairs when I find myself racking my brain to remember the last time I was on Quadra Island. A sure sign of it being far too long. I look back on my last QI post and find that it was 2 years ago. Where does it go? I am at a loss.

On a somewhat thought out but spontaneous trip, I joined my brother et al for New Year’s Eve. To leave the civility of gowns and glitter behind in favour of cold fingers and campfires is OK with me. Preferred really. Replacing sparkles and champagne with gumboots and plaid just works. Well, there was champagne actually. But our glasses didn’t match. Truly barbaric.

And while the thought of the possibility of running into Mother Mother in their homeland was on my mind, it wasn’t the main reason for going. I swear. So, I hit the road and looked forward to time with family, fresh air and serious R&R.

It’s always a challenge to decide which image to start with, but I will settle on this one, because they’re so darn cute.

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Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Warning: Do not try this at home. It turns out that balancing on a shaky log, while looking straight down through a lens at moving water and trying to focus does not lend itself to the guaranteed protection of expensive camera equipment.

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For some reason, I’m really loving jumping shots right now. To make someone look as though they’re floating like a rogue balloon, a flyaway umbrella, a kite. I’m into it.

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Here’s another one in case you didn’t believe me.

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Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

So, this really happened. When I posted the left image on Instagram, I had people asking if it was for real. Yes. It was for real. With real hot water, real heavenly steam, real glass of wine. ‘Twas divine. (Taking your camera into the bathtub. Also not recommended).

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And then the eve of the New Year was upon us. Cool darkness fell, warm lights rose. We gathered, opened champagne. Steamy breath, twinkly eyes. Kids full of beans. It was exactly what we needed. No dropping balls, no confetti. Just a smooth transition into a brand new year.

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Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

The next day, in full gulf island regalia (colorful layers of wooly fabrics, striped socks, gumboots, toques), we traipsed over to the  neighbor’s to see something cool.

They took these (the band).

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(the lead singer)

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 (the backup)

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(The manager)

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Made it into this:

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And did this:

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I love that! The beautiful simplicity of it. The warmth. The full resourcefulness. Love. Also. Look at this face. You just want to kiss it! You know you do.

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Victoria BC commercial food photographer

Victoria BC commercial food photographer

 

  • Rylan - January 6, 2013 - 8:51 pm

    I LOVE these photos! So cute! I love the one with all the kids sitting in a row. Everyone looks so happy in it :)

  • melanie - January 6, 2013 - 9:52 pm

    Gorgeous family, gorgeous location, gorgeous shots…..and GORGEOUS photographer!!

  • RTW1 - January 7, 2013 - 12:28 pm

    Awesome pics Becs! Love having you there! Thanks, T.

  • jennifer armstrong - January 7, 2013 - 11:02 pm

    SO beautiful. Timeless. True. I loved following you through this journey. Thank you for sharing. For your gorgeous captures. For you. Happy new year, my friend! xoxo

  • Charmaine - January 16, 2013 - 9:05 am

    love it! what a great way to spend your New Year! Your talent is one of a kind.

  • Goldi - January 17, 2013 - 4:10 am

    What lovely pictures. I am the sister of R. – and I am feeling – I was there. Thank you so much.

  • ruth - January 22, 2013 - 4:21 pm

    Finally, saw your pictures….again, I wish I was there with you all. What a beautiful way to start the New Year! Love you Sweetie

  • pippa - January 23, 2013 - 9:40 pm

    love your photographs Rebecca! What an eye, great technique, and they are so styling and full of feeling. Thanks for sharing with us at our wee farm. P C and R

  • Rebecca - January 24, 2013 - 6:55 pm

    My pleasure, Pippa! it is always a delight to come and see what newness your little farm brings.

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