Smilin Eyes

The Weekend to End Breast Cancer

I've had alot of people emailing me asking if Smiling Eyes will be putting in a team again this year.

 This year the run falls on my 10 year anniversary weekend October the 5th. (Anni is the 3rd, babe lol) Needless to say we will be celebrating the fact that we have made it this far in this day in age. Go team Chris and Rich!! Love you honey!

 So in lou of the fact that I will not be able to make the run Click Photography will be donating 10%of sales from all photo shoots done in the months of September and October.

 If interested in booking a portrait shoot I only have 6 spaces available for those two month so email early if interested.

 Thanks again to everyone for your continued interest and support with Smiling Eyes!

Chris

Sam's Smiling Eyes

and smiling they are.

Too cute is this little guy who is a cancer survivor now of 5 years!

Smiling Eyes brought me to Burlington in the month of May to celebrate with Sam's Family. Sam's Day a community fundraiser which happened June 7th in Burlington raised $45,000.00 for cancer research.

ROCK ON!!

I can't resist the family dog!

Mikayla's Smiling Eyes

Another Smiling Eyes shoot by Sandra Regier. Sandra met 15 month old and smart as a whip, Mikayla.

Tonight I had the pleasure of meeting little Mikayla. At 15 months old she has quite a vocabulary and a fabulous smile! More than once she offered me a flower to smell. The love inside her melted my heart. Mikaya was diagnosed in January with Retinoblastoma which is a cancer that causes tumors in her eyes. It only affects 25 children in Canada each year. She has completed her 12 weeks of chemotherapy and now will have some laser therapy treatments.

Mikayla's fist experince with lake Huron!

Cindy's Smiling Eyes

Sandra a frequent photographer for Smiling Eyes met this amazing women Cindy thru Smiling Eyes.

Tonight I had the pleasure of meeting Cindy and Steve as well as their 3 beautiful daughters, for a photo shoot. It was a beautiful evening to take photos of a beautiful family.

Holly Schnider's Smiling Eyes shoot

Holly  met up with Brian and family in Uptown Waterloo on the weekend for a Smiling Eyes shoot and had a great time. ''Seeing the genuine love and comfort they had for each other was so awesome - support and encouragement is what we all need!  Brian, your grandson is super-cool! :) And YOU are a wonderful husband, father and grandfather... I can just see it. I'm sending special thoughts your way...

Rowell Photography for Smiling Eyes

Here is a recent shoot from the amazing team at Rowell Photography for Smiling Eyes. Check out there post below!

A few months ago we (Rowell Photography) were asked to be apart of a really special group of photographers called Smiling Eyes. Smiling Eyes is a non-profit group of photogs who lend their services to people fighting cancer or who are celebrating beating the disease.

We got a call from the Nardi family asking us to visit them at the Toronto Ronald McDonald house to photograph Kyle and the family.  Kyle is 4 years old and like most 4 year olds he loves hanging out with his brothers and baby sister, playing games, and turning invisible at the drop of a hat. Here are some of our favorites shots from our time with the Nardi Family.

At first Kyle was pretty shy, but we can’t blame him we were in the small games room at Ronald McDonald house and there were 8 of us packed in there, there was no way of being discreet. But Kyle did flash us a quick smile before he turned invisible.

Kyle and mom

Kyle kicking butt at Fuzball

This photo was taken of Kyle when he was invisible, he was convinced cameras couldn’t see him, but these photos prove that cameras can see invisible kids!

This one is our personal fave.

We would like to thank the Nardi family for inviting us over to the House, we hope to photograph you guys all again soon when you go back to your Home!

Grandpa Grant

The whole family got together to build a ramp for Grandpa Grant. Erin with A Simple Photograph was there to capture Grant and his family that day for Smiling Eyes.

The Great Ride and Stride

What  a fantastic day it was last Sunday for the Great Ride and Stride! Thank you to all of you who helped me raise close to $500.00 in pledges in 1 week for Cancer !!! You all Rock!

Just had to share a pic from the walk that my girlfriend sent me. We walked the first 1km because it was soo congeested and then broke free and ran the last 5 kms!! We chatted and shared pushing strollers!

Thank you also to Liam for such a cool shirt!! I now too have a Cancer Sucks shirt! If anyone is interested in one here is the link.!! http://www.cafepress.com/cancersucks3

Jean Pierre

I was welcomed into Jean Pierre's world for Smiling Eyes. An amazing family full of love. Jean Pierre and his brother both had their rooms decorated by the Wish foundation. Coolest rooms I have ever seen!

I swear Angel the Dog is smiling!   

SUPER COOL

I'm soo from the seventies using that phrase! lol

Any who. I thought it was super cool when Sue a customer of mine and also friend and old neighbor, (Yes, all those titles belong to one person) asked me to shoot her getting her first Tattoo to celebrate her beating breast cancer this past fall. YIPPPEEEEEE!

Sue, it was such a great experience for me I so appreciate you trusting me and asking me along. Im almost tempted to get myself another one!

Jamie with Tora Tattoo was awesome!! We 3 chatted about everything from politics to education to health and relationships! Jamie you rock!

Jamie can be found at Tora Tattoo in Waterloo owner and artist  www.toratattoo.com

The Great Ride and Stride!!

Its that time of year!

I was so happy when Helen, a good friend of mine, asked if I would join their team  Hope Springs Parent Support Group for the Great Ride and Stride to beat Cancer! Its happening this Sunday in Wloo at 1pm at University Stadium!

I'm running for Helen's son Liam, my Dad, Grandma and all of my Smiling Eyes recipients!

A huge thank you to all of my friends, family and customers who have already stepped up big time to support  me by pledging!!

You guys all rock!!!

To make a pledge see here http://convio.cancer.ca/site/TR/GreatRideandStride/GRNS_ON_Waterloo_?px=1397264&pg=personal&fr_id=2525&fl=en_CA&s_tafld=10405

Krista Jefferson

Krista Jefferson shot these heartfelt images of Sharon this past weekend for Smiling Eyes.

Anna

Here are some of my favourite shots from Anna and Andre's family photos, shot for Smiling Eyes. Henry their son is way to cute! s.

Fundraising

"Bumps on the Road to a Cure”

Invite you to join us for a Family Fun

Fundraising Skate & Bake Sale

in support of 'The Weekend to End Breast Cancer'

When: Sunday, April 6

2-4 pm

A donation of $10 per family, or $3 per individual is suggested.

Where: The Albert McCormick Arena (East Pad) Waterloo, Ontario

Thank So Much!

The Somers Family

The Somers Family welcomed me into their beautifully bright loving home that just enveloped me.

Pete and Jenn your love for one another touched me to my core. I think of you all, all the time and am praying for the best outcome possible!  

Books!

I just had to share with you a photo from last week when Smiling Eyes donated $600.00 worth of Usborne Books to the Children's Oncology Unit of Grand River Hospital.

What a great feeling that was!!

Mary the Child Life Specialist in the photo has already emailed me to share that the books have already been very helpful to the children.   "Especially a joke book to a little girl who was having a particularly rough day."

Thanks Mary, for sharing that. That is exactly why Smiling Eyes did it! 

Chris

A Simple Photograph

Erin captured Rod's beautiful family for Smiling Eyes.

Networking

The power of great people is amazing.

Last week we ran into an issue not having any Smiling Eyes Photographers in the Barrie/Orillia area so an email was sent out to all the current photographers asking for help.

Well I'm happy to say that we now have a fantastic team from Barrie that has joined the Smiling Eyes team!

Welcome www.rowellphoto.ca

C.

The Little things.....

I donate to the Canadian Cancer Society regularly and have founded Smiling Eyes but its also the little things that make a difference in someones day.

Book have always been a passion of mine. I love to read.

I was asked to host an Usborne Book party back in January. Well, I decided that my household has enough books to start its own library, so I thought it would be a great idea to turn it into a fundraiser and raise books for the Children's Oncology Unit at our local Hospital . Grand River.

A huge surprise to me when we were able to raise close to $600.00 worth of books!! Books from newborn to teenager!

We received all of them last week and we will be delivering them to the Hospital on Tuesday!

These brand new amazing books will be handed out to all the oncology kids while there for treatment  or check ups to have and keep 

A HUGE THANK YOU BELOW TO ALL OF YOU WHO HELPED MAKE SOMEONES DAY A LITTLE BRIGHTER! 

SAM's Day!!!

SAM'S DAY 2008, the fourth annual family fun event! Brant Hills Community Centre, 2255 Brant Street (Burlington), Saturday, June 9th . 1-4:30 p.m. . The Lack family invites you to celebrate the fifth birthday and 3^rd year of cancer remission of their son, Sam, at an Olympic themed, community event organized to raise money for pediatric cancer research. This popular event offers something for the whole family: live entertainment, children's games, craft stations, balloon animals, face painting, an extensive silent auction and more! Lunch and snacks are included, and all event proceeds go to The James Fund for Neuroblastoma Research at SickKids. Great value, great fun, and all for a great cause. Order your pay-one-price tickets today: $10 adult admission or a $25 family pass!  For more information, visit www.samsday.org. For tickets, contact Andrea Lack at 905-632-4471, or email andrea@samsday.org.

Thanks a bunch!

Jill

Website is coming...

Ive very excited to announce that www.smilingeyes.ca is coming soon.

The website will feature all the photographers donating their time to the Smiling Eyes project as well as a gallery of images from all photographers. Links and other contributors.

Stay tuned!

Travis you Rock for doing this for us!

Smiling Eyes in the Record

Check it out here!

http://news.therecord.com/Life/article/313284

Samantha's Glow

Samantha is such a beautiful person to work with. Caroline with Blossom Make up Design loved working with such a stunning palette.

Surrounded by loved ones, this was a night of celebration for Sam.

Thanks for allowing Smiling Eyes into the celebration. I hope you all had a wonderful evening!

Cheers!

Sandra Regier

Sandra, a regular photographer for Smiling Eyes had an extra special photo shoot when she photographed her grandmother and great niece who are both battling cancer.

Supporting one another thru this battle really shows in this beautiful shot by Sandra .

More of Sandra's work can be seen at www.sandraregier.com

Welcome Aboard!

I'm soo excited to welcome award winning Photog Emma with barebonephoto to the Smiling Eyes team.

Emma is offering her services to Smiling Eyes, offering 2 complimentary photoshoots a month to people facing cancers battle.

You can contact her directly at www.barebonephoto.com or find her link under Photographers located on the sidebar,

Emma you are an amazing photog and person, we are lucky to have you on board!

Darlene's Family

I'm soo excited to share Darlene's photos with you.  These photos came from the amazing Krista Jefferson of Krista Jefferson Photogtaphy out of Hamilton who is a photographer shooting for Smiling Eyes.

To read more of Darlene's story click on Krista name above.

Darlene had a fantastic collection of glasses that she brought to the shoot. I agree with Krista they couldnt have been more perfect for Smiling Eyes!! Thanks Darlene for sharing your story and obvious spirit!!! We love it!

Ben's Smile

Last week I was welcomed into Ben and Sharilyn's home to shoot for Smiling Eyes.

I just love your boys and all their energy. Love this one! 

Faye's Family

Sandra Regier photographed Faye's family for Smiling Eyes just before the holidays.   

Christine's Family

I was welcomed into Christine's home to shoot for Smiling Eyes after Christine was nominated by many of her friends.

It was such a pleasure to work with you guys . Thank you sooo much for the super cool U2 coffee table book! You really shouldnt have. I'm fighting my husband over it! Caroline from Blossom Makeup Design working with Smiling Eyes to help make you feel beautiful!    

Michael's Family

Sandra Regier is a proud member of Smiling Eyes and shot Michael and his beautiful family .

Doreen Koopmans

With the season of giving upon us. Smiling Eyes is continuing to give back.

Erin with A Simple Photograph shot this amazing family this month for Smiling Eyes up in Goderich.

Doreen's children all came together to celebrate their mom!

It takes a community....

to raise  a child.

What an honour it was to photograph Kaylen's amazing family. She is surrounded by love and support and that is why I love this first shot.

Four of Cailyn's biggest fans are her amazing mom Ann, sister Lauryn and her grandparents Chip and Gail whose house we got to photograph at!

Thanks for inviting me in!

   

Making Grounds

Smiling Eyes is certainly making grounds. From being featured in the Grand Magazine www.grandmagazine.ca to the Goderich Signal Star newspaper to being featured on the main sign in page for TypePad Blogs  www.typepad.com

We now have two international Photographers that have signed on to be a part of Smiling Eyes. Catherine from England at http://photocatseyes.typepad.com and one from Australia I'm currently connecting with. Thanks for seeing the greatness in what we do!

Download ND_Grand_Smiling.pdf

Smiling Eyes in the Press

Look for our article in the London Free Press, The Goderich Signal Star and the Huron Focus!

Smiling Eyes making memories for families living with cancer
“Cancer makes you realize how important family is,”

By Gerard Creces
Signal-Star Staff
Wednesday November 14, 2007

“Cancer makes you realize how important family is,” said Erin Samuell of Simple Photo in Goderich. “As a photographer, I am able to put that into a very tangible light.”
Samuell and fellow photographer Sandra Regier of Zurich are Huron County’s additions to the Smiling Eyes team - a project where photographers provide their services free of charge to those battling cancer.
“Basically what we do is go out and do a family photo session for a family recovering from or living with cancer,” she said. “We’re the two Huron County ones... so far.”
Smiling Eyes began in November of 2006, when founder Christine Kufske provided a neighbour with a complimentary photo session prior to her chemotherapy - a gesture that was graciously accepted.
The idea took wings and Kufske began doing non-profit shoots for others who were suffering from the disease. In a very short time, demand was high enough that the call was placed for other photographers to donate their time for a noble cause.
“Chris is a good friend of mine and that’s where I heard about it,” said Samuel. “It was a good opportunity to use my photography skills and to give back to the community.”
Regier said she decided to get involved because of a personal interest. She said she learned first-hand of the loss and regret associated with cancer with the passing of her aunt two years ago.
“We didn’t have a single picture of her,” said Regier. “I felt bad because we hadn’t taken the time for it.”
She said while there are families who could take advantage of the service, they may not always be comfortable asking for something like a photo shoot, due to the sensitivity and serious nature of their situations.
However, she said as part of Smiling Eyes, it’s their mandate to provide the opportunity to capture a cherishable family moment on film as a way to make the most out of a tough time.
“As we sign on to join the organization, we also volunteered to do two photo sessions per month,” said Regier.
However, as Smiling Eyes is still a relatively new entity, both photographers are trying to spread the word as much as possible.
“There is no set criteria,” said Samuell. “It’s anyone that would like to participate. It’s the whole family going through the process, not just the person afflicted.”
She said that while many of Kufske’s clients have been closer to the end stages of their battles with cancer, the photo sessions are open to anyone who has been touched by it.
“It’s an important time to embrace your family,” she said.
Both photographers say the best way to set something up is to contact them directly, though friends are welcome to nominate people they feel would benefit from the photo shoot.
“The point I want to get out is that I’m available,” said Samuell. “Sandra and I are just eager to get started.”
They are also eager to answer any questions people may have about Smiling Eyes.
“If they just want more information just please give me a call. I’d be more than happy to just discuss the opportunity,” said Regier. “If you have a family member you’d like to refer that would be great.”
However, should the project take off in Huron County, there are always opportunities for more volunteers, both photographers said.
This past weekend, Regier held her first Smiling Eyes session in Zurich.
“It went really good. It had been almost 10 years since they had a family picture taken,” said Regier. “I think they have photos that will be cherished for years.”
For those interested in learning more, the Smiling Eyes blog can be found at: clickphoto.typepad.com/smilin_eyes/. To book your photo session, Samuell can be contacted through her Web site at www.simplephoto.ca or by calling (519) 440-1295. Regier can be reached either through her site at www.sandraregier.com or by calling (519) 852-4892

Look for our article in the London Free Press, The Goderich Signal Star and the Huron Focus!

Smiling Eyes making memories for families living with cancer
“Cancer makes you realize how important family is,”

By Gerard Creces
Signal-Star Staff
Wednesday November 14, 2007

“Cancer makes you realize how important family is,” said Erin Samuell of Simple Photo in Goderich. “As a photographer, I am able to put that into a very tangible light.”
Samuell and fellow photographer Sandra Regier of Zurich are Huron County’s additions to the Smiling Eyes team - a project where photographers provide their services free of charge to those battling cancer.
“Basically what we do is go out and do a family photo session for a family recovering from or living with cancer,” she said. “We’re the two Huron County ones... so far.”
Smiling Eyes began in November of 2006, when founder Christine Kufske provided a neighbour with a complimentary photo session prior to her chemotherapy - a gesture that was graciously accepted.
The idea took wings and Kufske began doing non-profit shoots for others who were suffering from the disease. In a very short time, demand was high enough that the call was placed for other photographers to donate their time for a noble cause.
“Chris is a good friend of mine and that’s where I heard about it,” said Samuel. “It was a good opportunity to use my photography skills and to give back to the community.”
Regier said she decided to get involved because of a personal interest. She said she learned first-hand of the loss and regret associated with cancer with the passing of her aunt two years ago.
“We didn’t have a single picture of her,” said Regier. “I felt bad because we hadn’t taken the time for it.”
She said while there are families who could take advantage of the service, they may not always be comfortable asking for something like a photo shoot, due to the sensitivity and serious nature of their situations.
However, she said as part of Smiling Eyes, it’s their mandate to provide the opportunity to capture a cherishable family moment on film as a way to make the most out of a tough time.
“As we sign on to join the organization, we also volunteered to do two photo sessions per month,” said Regier.
However, as Smiling Eyes is still a relatively new entity, both photographers are trying to spread the word as much as possible.
“There is no set criteria,” said Samuell. “It’s anyone that would like to participate. It’s the whole family going through the process, not just the person afflicted.”
She said that while many of Kufske’s clients have been closer to the end stages of their battles with cancer, the photo sessions are open to anyone who has been touched by it.
“It’s an important time to embrace your family,” she said.
Both photographers say the best way to set something up is to contact them directly, though friends are welcome to nominate people they feel would benefit from the photo shoot.
“The point I want to get out is that I’m available,” said Samuell. “Sandra and I are just eager to get started.”
They are also eager to answer any questions people may have about Smiling Eyes.
“If they just want more information just please give me a call. I’d be more than happy to just discuss the opportunity,” said Regier. “If you have a family member you’d like to refer that would be great.”
However, should the project take off in Huron County, there are always opportunities for more volunteers, both photographers said.
This past weekend, Regier held her first Smiling Eyes session in Zurich.
“It went really good. It had been almost 10 years since they had a family picture taken,” said Regier. “I think they have photos that will be cherished for years.”
For those interested in learning more, the Smiling Eyes blog can be found at: clickphoto.typepad.com/smilin_eyes/. To book your photo session, Samuell can be contacted through her Web site at www.simplephoto.ca or by calling (519) 440-1295. Regier can be reached either through her site at www.sandraregier.com or by calling (519) 852-4892

So Great!

I got to work with this great family in October for Smiling Eyes. You guys are so great and I love the hair . We got some great wind blown shots I love those!

Smiling Eyes Featured in The Grand

Be sure to check out the latest issue of The Grand Magazine featuring Smiling Eyes! Download ND_Grand_Smiling.pdf

Website Designer!!!

Yippeee! 

We have found a fantastic web designer who is offering his services to Smiling Eyes!!!

Travis Beatty will be developing the Smiling Eyes website for us!!

You soooo ROCK Travis!

I so look forward to working with you on this project!!

Stay Tuned......

The Bilitz Family

I had the honour of meeting the Bilitz family and shooting Ewald with his family for a Smiling Eyes shoot.

Looking for......

Hi Everyone!

Smiling Eyes is making ground as we help to service more and more people. We are also welcoming on Photographers weekly!

I am looking for a Web Designer that would like to donate some time to helping design a website for Smiling Eyes. We are currently operating with a Blog http://clickphoto.typepad.com/smilin_eyes/ but I feel a website would help to reach more people! Advertising your services would certainly be promoted for doing this!

If you are interested please contact me at clickphoto@rogers.com

Have a great day!!

Wigs Unlimited

I was amazed when I recently photographed a beautiful women for Smiling Eyes, and she told me her hair was a wig. 'No way', i said!

She told me she loves this company and that they are not that expensive. She said she has around 20 of them to play with. What an opportunity to have as many hair styles as you want!!

Thanks for sharing this with me Susie. Now I can share it with all of you!

www.wigsunlimited.com

HopeSpring Cancer Support Centre

I received this from a Smiling Eyes Recipient  and wanted to share it with all of you!

Samantha's Journey

Samantha and her family were one of my Smiling Eyes families that I had the honor to work with.

Samantha has recently undergone her 7th round of Chemo for Breast Cancer.

Her story can be found at www.samanthasbattle.spaces.live.com

Samantha you are amazing and I can't believe how well you are doing thru all of this! You are always in my thoughts!

Her boys love her sooo much and it was so cool to see boys soo affectionate and not embarrassed.   

These boys were soo darn sweet I even got a flower at the end of the shoot!

Little man Liam

What can I say about this little man, other than He's my hero.

My girlfriend Helen and her husband Kyle gave birth to Liam a beautiful blue eyed little boy , 3 years ago.  Little did they know that he would be diagnosed with stage 4 Neroblastoma at 3 months of age.

Liam went thru numerous surgeries and tests. There were many sleepless nights for all members of the family.

Running around laughing and being a typical 3 year old boy, you would  never know that he had to fight such a battle!  He's now healthy and happy and has fought this ugly disease.

You are right bud, Cancer does SUCK!

Y ou are my hero little man!!!

Blessed!

I just want to give a big shout out to my Developer Jim Rooney and his right hand women Melanie of Images in Colour www.imagesincolour.com   for their gracious offering of donating all the proof sheets for my Smiling Eyes customers.

From now on, not only will my Smiling Eyes customers receive a free photo shoot and CD of all images shot in high res but all their proofs printed on an 8x10 page with 12, 2x3 images on them.

You guys rock and I can't tell you how much this means me!

Darrel

I get to meet some amazing people doing what I do......

This is Darrel ,he was 7 years old. He was diagnosed with Stage IV neuroblastoma in September of 2005.

I got to meet Darrel and his wonderful family this summer. Amazingly strong family, we had fun thru our Smiling Eyes shoot.

Im am blessed to have known Darrel.

Darrel you will be forever in my heart little man. I know you are smiling down right now on your beautiful family and lady, your buddy.

Rachel

  Beautiful  Rachel and her mommy and brother were soo great to work with.

Her mom being a fellow artist loves colour and you all know I loove that!! Here are some of my favourites from their Smiling Eyes Shoot! 

sOO PUMPED!!

Soo pumped!!

The Grand Magazine will be publishing an article in the November/December issue about Smiling Eyes Efforts.

The fantastic writer of the article, Arlene Barr seen below, blew me away when she was paid by The Grand for the fantastic article, then turned around and donated the total paycheck to Hopespring Cancer Support Center here in the K-W region.

Thanks soo much Arlene for paying it forward!! I loooove knowing people like this!!

Here are some fantastic Photographers

Photographers donating  2 photo shoots a month and the high Res CD Rom with Smiling Eyes can be contacted directly.

Here are their websites:

Christine Kufske (me) with Click Photography www.clickphotography.ca (K-W and area)

Erin Samuell with A Simple Photograph www.simplephoto.ca (Goderich and surrounding area)

Krista Jefferson with Edison Photography at www.edisonphotography.com (Hamilton/Niagara and Area)

Sandra Regier with Sandra Regier Photography at www.sandraregier.com (southwestern ontario)

Holly Schnider with Holly Schnider Photography at www.schniderphotography.typepad.com  (K-W and area)

Claire Kugler with ClaireK Photography at www.claireKphotography.ca  (K-W area)

Kim Car with Kim Car Photographic Art Studios at www.kimcarphotographicartstudios.com (K-W area)

Heather Fritz with Boulevard Photography and Fine Things at www.boulevardphotography.com (K-W area)

Catherine Duyck at http://photocatseyes.typepad.com located in London, England

Emma Smallbone with barebonephoto at www.barebonephoto.com Toronto and surrounding area

The Rowell's at www.rowellphoto.ca  (Toronto and area)

Zelia Bester with www.zeliabesterstudios.com (Cambridge)

Amanda Stratton with www.livingproofphotography.ca  (Listowel and area)

If you are a Photographer wanting to join Smiling Eyes please email Christine Kufske with Click Photography at clickphoto@rogers.com

If you know of a friend  or family member who you think would benefit from a complimentary photoshoot please email Christine at smilingeyesclick@yahoo.ca   or a photographer listed above at a location nearest you!

PHOTOGRAPHERS!!!!

I'm so happy to share with you that Erin with A Simple Photograph www.simplephoto.ca and Krista Jefferson with Krista Jefferson Photography at www.kristajefferson.com have joined Smiling Eyes's efforts!!

More photographers will continue to join the list shortly!

Thanks you so much to both of you, for caring about this as much as I do!!

Please feel free to contact either photog thru their website to make a Smiling Eyes appointment with them.

Photos from shoots will continue to be posted on the Smiling Eyes Blog!

Have a great weekend everyone!

Susie's boys

Susie is surrounded by the love of her 4 boys!

I had the pleasure of shooting her and her boys last month.

Hockey is a huge part of their life so I thought, lets incorporate that into the shoot!

Susie, you are an amazing woman and Im so glad I have met  you.

P.s. you looked pretty darn hot!!

The Run for the Cure!

Thank you to all the Smiling Eyes Run for the Cure Team members!!

We had 6 walkers and 5 runners and 2 strollers!! I already have people saying they want to do it again next year!! Yippee!

You all helped to raise almost $1800.00 toward the Canadian Breast Cancer Foundation in just 4 weeks!

It was a beautiful day and tons of enthusiasm!

Here are some pics from our event!

Can't wait to see you at next years, which is Sunday October 5th 2008!!

See you all there!

Our homeboys even wore pink!

Did we run with a camera ? But of course. My husband snapped this one of Nadine and I coming up to the 3km mark!!

Beautiful hilly course that Walter Bean trail!