Nicci & Bobby

My beautiful Step-Sister and her ruggedly handsome boyfriend Bobby called me up and asked me if I wanted to do a photoshoot for them.  Obviously, I was more than happy to oblige.

Nicci, Bobby and I had a great time playing around in the rain.  We captured some very cool shots with the help of Mother Nature.  The raindrops in some of these photos sparkle like little diamonds.  These two had such a great chemistry and it was easy to see how much they love one another.

I really enjoyed getting to spend some time and have some laughs with my little sis, and of course Bobby too.  I also had the pleasure of meeting their new puppy Cici, a 10 month old rescued Rottweiler.  She was an absolute sweetheart.  Except for all of the drool...

Here are the photos from our shoot.  Enjoy!

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Kristin & Jeff's Engagement Shoot

Earlier on in the year, I donated a photography package to a fundraiser for the Breast Cancer Society of Canada.  The fundraiser was held at the River Rock Casino, in Richmond.

Kristin and Jeff were the recipients of the package and contacted me to do an engagement session.  

We me up at Steveston's, Garry Point Park.  There, we captured some beautiful moments in the rain.  It was great to meet this lovely couple.  It was their first ever photoshoot and they were very warm and wonderful.

This song is for Kristin & Jeff:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=j82FBbgpUy4

Here are some of my favorite photos from our photoshoot...

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Tegan & Sara Live at The Peak Performance Lounge

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So you know how 12 year old girls feel about Justin Bieber?  Well that's sort of how I feel about Tegan & Sara.  I have been to 7 of their concerts over the years and I absolutely adore them both.  These Calgary raised Canadian girls, broke out into the Indie music scene in 2004 and have been getting some serious radio play ever since.  Their hilarious combative banter on stage, combined with their raw emotional performances truly set Tegan & Sara apart from other artists.

While at work, I was listening to The Peak radio station (102.7).  They were giving away 50 spots for The Peak Performance Lounge to watch the girls play a 4 song set, followed by a meet & greet.  Well yours truly here was the lucky caller on the last day of the contest give away.  I called up my good friend Carly and asked her if she would be my date.  She loves T&S too so we were both thrilled and grateful to be able to share the experience.

A big thank you to The Peak for such a great experience, and an even bigger thank you to Teagan & Sara for continuing to be awesome and keeping my ears happy.

Their new album "Heartthrob" is to be released Jan 29th, 2013!  Get it.

Here is my all time favorite Tegan & Sara song:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9B-MluGscaE

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Yoga with Kathryn

I had a lovely shoot the other evening with Yoga instructor, Kathryn Turnbull.  She teaches at the Roundhouse in downtown Vancouver.

She has been practicing yoga for 30 years and recently in the last 3 years, started teaching.  She teaches a beginners "namaste" class where people can learn to endure the physical challenge of yoga.

I myself have tried Bikrams and other yoga routines (such as the one provided in the P90X program).  I must admit that I do not have the physical or mental stamina to practice these routines on a regular basis.  The challenge that yoga provides over other forms of exercise is the sustainability of each pose.  I have never sweated so hard in my life as I have while doing an hour and a half of yoga.  It was the butt kicking of a life time!

So if you yourself are a "yogi", hats off to you for being a powerhouse.  Anyone reading this that thinks yoga is a sissy sport, I DARE you to try it.  If you're a beginner wanting to take on this challenge check out Kathryn's website and sign yourself up for a class! 

Kathryn's Website: http://yogaliving.ca/

Here is a song that I chose for Kathryn's shoot: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHe1PvKALaY

Enjoy these photos. :)

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Contest Giveaway Winners - The Neil Family

Vanessa Neil was the winner of my photography package giveaway back in September.  
I met up with her and her beautiful family in Steveston to captures some fall/winter photos.  It was a cold day that started out with pouring rain but cleared up just in time for our shoot!

The kids had already endured a full day of photos while meeting Santa prior to our photo session.  I wasn't near as exciting as Santa, nor did I have a big white beard and crushed velvet red suit but nonetheless, the kids cooperated nicely with me and were absolutely adorable to photograph.

I had a great time shooting with the Neil Family.

For future contests, updates and more, find me on facebook and "like" my JH Photography page:  https://www.facebook.com/jennicahookstraphoto?ref=hl

Here is a song to get us in the spirit for Christmas/ Holiday Season:  http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=fJxi0zCdGEY

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