Princess Dreams + Storybook Adventures

Little girls are full of dreams. They are all about discovering the magic and glamour in life.

Recently MAK Studios was graced with the presence of a real live princess. Princess Alison embodies a young girls fantasy world. From her gentle demeanour to her sparkly personality, it was our pleasure to capture her spirit.

Check out http://www.bookaprincess.com/search/label/Princess%20Alisons%20Story to read her story. Or better yet, come out to Seaway Mall in Welland on Aug. 20th & 21st to have your picture taken with Princess Alison.

Bring life to your little ones dreams!

MAK goes Rock & Roll

What do you get when you mix two very cool parents with the most adorable little boy ever!

Check out this shoot! Lets’s face it, there’s a little bit of rock & roll in all of us. So you can imagine our excitement when one of our clients asked us about a rock & roll family shoot. And what a great time we had! We really rocked it out on this one.

High fives to our MAK mom for letting us get a little creative. We even had time for a little outdoor relaxation. Who would have guessed?

What’s your idea for your next shoot? Lets see how crazy we can get! Crazy fun that is!

Fantastic Trends for 2011 weddings



Beautiful vintage lace

We absolutely love our job! Whats not to like? We have the best clients and are honoured to have the the pleasure of capturing and preserving a bride and grooms most romantic event of their lives. We are a mother and daughter photography team and we shoot fabulous weddings for fantastic people. Check out some of the trends we have noticed for the 2011 season...

Vintage glamour-If you have been anywhere near media in the last few months, the wedding of the year definitely belongs to Will and Kate. From Kate’s beautiful Chantilly lace bodice to the sprig of myrtle directly passed down from Queen Victorias very own bouquet. Vintage glamour and Hollywood drama is IN! As the fashion world trends this way, so does the bridal world. From the detail shots to the posing, our business has definitely been mirroring the runway and creating Fashion inspired weddings. 



Heirloom treasures



First look – Wedding photography has definitely moved away from the traditional to a more relaxed romantic photojournalism with a touch of fashion. Brides are no longer looking for the way things were done in the past and are deciding to blaze their own trail. Remember when superstition dictated that it was bad luck for the groom to see the bride on their wedding day until the ceremony? Not the case any more. For some couples they are opting for the more contemporary “First Look”. This is a great opportunity for the photographer. The first look takes place just before the ceremony in a private location. The purpose is to allow the couple a time where they can drink in the magic and romanticism of how they arrived at this beautiful moment and to dispel nerves often heightened by not seeing each other. This way, they can share the time alone as possibly the only private time they will share in that day.

Painted pumpkins for centerpieces

Eco/green weddings – Maybe its due to the recession or possibly our heightened awareness of the world we live in, but brides are definitely trending towards reduce-reuse-recycle. Green weddings are in! Right down to reusing wedding gowns and renting flowers. As photographers we are seeing the incorporation of family owned heirlooms and the desire to create new heirlooms for generations to come!

Same day slideshow – Well, maybe not such a new trend but it is definitely something that our couples still ask for. We are living in a time of social media with instant result. The same day slide show gives the bride and groom the opportunity to see their guests’ reactions to their memories from the day. It is always a crowd pleaser and our way as photographers for getting great feedback for upcoming trends.

Remember that ultimately it is your special day, and it does not belong to anyone else. Follow your heart and you will have no regrets. We could go on and on with our ever changing industry. If you would like to discuss any more trends, please feel free to contact us at info@makstudioimages.com

Fairytale endings forever

MAK Studios photography



Midwifery inspiration + Creative Mom = beautiful memories

When I found out we were expecting baby #2 last summer my first thought was that I have to get to the midwives right away!  I had heard such wonderful things about them and wanted the opportunity to experience it for myself. 

We were welcomed with open arms into the Renaissance Midwifery here in Welland.  They were so caring with much thought going into each appointment.  Their beautiful building is nestled in the downtown area with tons of warm and inviting character.

My mom must have been inspired by the midwives as she came up with a grecian/renaissance idea for one of my maternity sessions.  We had a lot of fun doing that session. We even wrapped up my 2yr old daughter toga style so she could join in the fun!  We showed it to the midwives and they thought it was great, so they decided the print could find a home in the lounge area of the office. 

We were very happy and delighted to be able to become a part of their space!  Here is the picture that is currently on display.  I totally recommend the Renaissance Midwifery to any of you moms to be. Their level of care is second to none.

Have a great week and enjoy the wonderful summer weather!