Family Photos Archives

A family photographer: the true meaning behind it

Today, a family photographer generally refers to a photographer who takes family photos. However, I believe that being a family photographer involves more than just that. To me, a family photographer is a photographer who is capable of capturing more than just one style of photography. Essentially, a family photographer should be able to provide coverage for more than one type of occasion: a wedding, birthday, family reunion, or arriving to a new bundle of joy. Beyond the Big Day: Why Transitioning to Family…

Post published:May 3, 2024
Post author:Dragi Andovski
Reading time:14 mins read

Contributing to the Neighbours of Hanlon Creek Magazine

Although I had yet to become a photographer for The Neighbours of Hanlon Creek Magazine, living in that neighbourhood, I was familiar with it as I received it at my door monthly. This magazine features stories of residents and connects those living in the Hanlon Creek, Kortright East and Rickson Ridge neighbourhood groups in Guelph. I have been photographing the amazing people featured in the Clair and Gordon magazine articles and Exhibition Park neighbourhood magazine for a while now. However, mid-last year, I…

Post published:March 22, 2024
Post author:Dragi Andovski
Reading time:10 mins read

Family Reunion Photos and the hidden benefits of doing them

Whenever the topic of family reunion photos comes up in conversation, everyone agrees that they are long overdue and should have been taken years ago. The conversation then turns to planning, and although everyone agrees to prioritize taking family reunion photos, no further action is taken. While it makes everyone happy to have agreed on the importance of taking pictures, unfortunately, the planning process stops there.During the planning process of family reunion photos, there is always one family member who is willing to…

Post published:March 15, 2024
Post author:Dragi Andovski
Reading time:16 mins read

Becoming a Guelph Neighbourhoods’ Photographer

Here is how my local Guelph neighbourhood magazine assignments became one of many ways for me to contribute and give back to my terrific community. Since moving to Guelph in 2016, I have been constantly amazed by what this city has to offer and how it has made us feel. Undoubtedly, we have only had good memories so far. Therefore, I wanted to ensure I helped welcome other families lucky enough to relocate to this amazing "royal city" and feel how we felt. How I…

Post published:March 29, 2023
Post author:Dragi Andovski
Reading time:22 mins read

Dressing up for winter family photos

Dressing for winter family photos can be tricky. Understandably, these seasonal images are often missing from family photo albums. Canada is a country that endures four months of winter with so much snow and perfect, white-covered places. I cannot say enough how beautiful these scenes can make your family photos look. When completing your winter family photos, you will first and foremost need some determination. If you already have your mindset on the photo session, this is really all that you need. A…

Post published:March 24, 2022
Post author:Dragi Andovski
Reading time:15 mins read

Family photos at Nottinghill Gate Park in Oakville

I absolutely enjoy taking family photos. I thoroughly enjoy each session and connecting with my many different clients. Over the past couple of years, Reto's family photos stick out as being one of my favourite sessions. This is a couple with an amazing little boy that truly represents to me what Canada is and what family means. This little family has such a great personality and outlook. Fun, excited, relaxed, happy and easy-going are just some of the words I would use to…

Post published:September 22, 2021
Post author:Dragi Andovski
Reading time:12 mins read

Alderlea Family photos for this young family of three

While living in Brampton for over 8 years, I never had the chance to do Alderlea family photos. Alderlea is a historic house located in downtown Brampton. It is full of unique features and offers indoor as well as outdoor paid options for photographers as well as other clients. I have regularly photographed right next door in Gage Park or in the houses surrounding it. However, I have never actually had a session at Alderlea. Just as the famous saying goes 'good things come…

Post published:August 12, 2021
Post author:Dragi Andovski
Reading time:14 mins read

Guelph Arboretum photos session with local lifestyle photographer

If someone told me 5 years ago that taking Guelph Arboretum photos would be a weekly experience for me, I would have never believed them. This amazing location is only about a 10-minute walk from our house. It has quickly become a part of our daily life as we explore and enjoy it in many ways. Our personal connection with Guelph Arboretum photo locations The Arboretum is a popular location for me to bike with my boys. On weekends, we explore the trails…