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Posted on January 25, 2012
As always, I’m too involved in the juggling act that is photography and my life to blog and write about it so this a bit late. This wedding was is Orillia on what should have been the perfect October fall day but turned out to have hurricane like weather. It was a challenge but Alexis MacDonald, my friend and second shooter, was remarkably strong holding up an oversized umbrella for me to shoot outdoors in such gusty winds, even Dorothy would have been proud!!
I just love the intimacy of a small wedding. By the time the engagement session is complete and the wedding into full swing we are so familiar with family and friends that we able to capture some of the greatest moments ever.
Posted on August 12, 2011
Perhaps you love to do a professional photo session to record each year in your child’s life or like me you needed an alternative to the school photos you don’t really like but feel quilted into buying. The concept came from sheer necessity and the bravery to not write that check for yet another year of disappointing school photos. Naturally I knew that I was playing with some of the most dangerous stuff out there – a mothers quilt. But really – the photographer didn’t notice my son was wearing soccer goggles and looked like David Bowie tripped out circa 1972?? Or what abut the year he was put in front of a “natural outdoor romantic backdrop” but had what appeared like a stone railing going in one ear and out the other?? Seriously?? My girl, well, it doesn’t get much better. If you know her, well, most say she’s a pretty darn cute kid. Last year I didn’t even recognize her!! The image was so distorted I wondered if the photographer knew the difference between a 10mm and a 85 mm. Just so you know, you really don’t want to shoot a portrait with a wide angle lens. Think kid looking into a fish bowl. Get the picture?? And finally …how many times did you say to yourself, upon seeing those school images blown up…”What the ????… how is it that my lovely child who went off to school on picture day so clean and neat, suddenly at picture time had a mountain of boogers and wacky hair??? Well mom, this time you will be there, kleenex in one hand and brush in the other for any sudden appearance tornados!!!
Last year I took my own photos and bought the class photo only. It was a real shocker… I surprised myself because instead of guilt I felt liberation!!
In honor of the glorious feeling of freedom from the “school photographer”, I’m holding a {Back 2 School Mini Session} event on
Sunday, September 11th, 2011 in Thornhill Woods
Bring your little ones to get their photograph taken outdoors and document the beginning of their school year in a different, more natural setting! Each session will be 20 minutes, starting at 4:00 pm and going until approximately 7:00 pm.
This session is perfect for individual kids or sets of siblings. This session is not intended for family photos, newborns, graduating seniors or individuals who want multiple clothing and/or location changes (contact me to schedule a standard 1 hr session in these situations). After the event, 10-15 images from each individual session will be uploaded to an online proofing gallery for you to select the pose for your package. Please allow at least 3 weeks for editing.
My packages for this event are heavily discounted from regular session fees and print prices so that you have the opportunity to have a beautiful, quality portrait at prices similar to what you’d pay a school photographer. Each package will be created from ONE (1) of the poses you pick from your gallery. If more than one child is being photographed, choose TWO(2) packages. If you would also like to have your siblings photographed together book a second mini session, and order a third package . (unless you want them photographed together only).
What to wear?
Select clothing that’s colourful, vibrant and fun! Choose colors that are deep, rich and intense! Use patterns, textures and layers to add visual interest. Textured fabrics, such as denim, cable knits, linen, and corduroy, photograph beautifully. For fun clothing ideas for boys think golf shirts, jeans or linen pants, cute hats and button up shirts. For girls, think wispy dresses or jeans. Or just come in whatever makes your kid happy! Most importantly, we want everyone to be casual and comfortable.
Available Time Slots:
4:oo pm – booked
4:30 pm
5:00 pm
5:30 pm
6:00 pm
6:30 pm
Reserve your spot now, there are only 6 mini session available!
Print Packages
A: $40 2-5×7, 3-3×5, 8 Wallets
B: $50 1-8×10, 2-5×7, 8 Wallets
C: $65 1-8×10, 4-5×7, 16 Wallets
D: $110 1-10×13, 2-8×10, 4-5×7, 16 Wallets
Digital Packages
Each package will include a number of retouched, fully finished images on disc in colour, b&W and low-res watermarked versions for social media sites . Please note the higher cost of these packages is due to the fact that you are able to print multiple copies with copyright permission. May be used for one child or siblings! Create cards or send copies to family members!
Packages are as follows:
E: $185 TWO retouched digital images with copyright permission
F: $260 THREE retouched digital images with copyright permission
G: $400 FIVE retouched digital images with copyright permission
** A $20 retainer is required to reserve your session.
**No substitutions on packages.
**Additional prints (of the same image) from the portrait price list are 20% off with a package purchase.
**Tax is not included in these prices.
Email me at ricki@rickihorowitz.com and please let me know the number of children and if they are a boy or girl. I will send you additional information about the session and my mini session contract once you sign up for a time slot. In case of inclement weather, sessions will be cancelled and rescheduled. Individual sessions cannot be rescheduled. If you have any questions about weather the day of your session, please call me at 647.401.1742
Posted on June 22, 2011
Why am I posting this almost 2 years after Irene’s party?? For one thing, I’m on a birthday party blog blitz this week. I just finished production on a 45th Birthday Celebration, and finally got the time to post “J’s” 1st Birthday party from May. I also did not have a platform to share my work back then , but mostly, truly, I love …love …love this slide show!!! The kids were so involved with the art work, held at Klim Art School in Thornhill, that I had total freedom to roam around and capture the true nature of what they were expressing through art, without them feeling or acting self conscious. Kilm reminds me of the art classes and camp I went to at the YMCA at Baview & Sheppard in the 70’s when the building was a old weathered farm house that was totally engulfed in paint, clay, paper mache and candle making wax. Thanks for making such a great and memorable party Dee, it was a good year and a good age. Enjoy!
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Posted on June 22, 2011
There is just something so wonderful about 1st birthdays. Mom & Dad take such loving care on details that trust me, you never ever do again. Well…maybe the wedding!! ; )
Enjoy this sweet little’s ones 1st Birthday . She handled the long afternoon like a trooper!
xoxo little J
Posted on May 10, 2011
I have started shooting Bar & Bat Mitzvah’s a lot in the last year and I am not kidding when I say that Magen Boys Entertainment is everywhere!! With kids who started Hebrew school this year and who are in pre-comp hip hop – this video makes this mom crack up!!! OY!
Posted on November 27, 2010
Last Sunday I had an absolute treat & thrill photographing and hanging with the families at the Starlight Children’s Foundation Holiday Party. I have never seen so many children excited and entertained on this level. I overheard a boy telling the woman who was spray painting his arm that he looked forward to this day all year and its the best day of his life!!! The spread of joy was double as the parents watched their families laughing, screaming and literally jumping with joy during the various shows dances and activities happening throughout the day.
Once again a HUGE thanks to Kristina Laukkanen of Sugartree Photography for including me and the talented Jennifer Fudge of Fotojennics to photograph these wonderful children and families during this soul satisfying afternoon !!
Posted on November 1, 2010
Its always a pleasure to photograph a family’s celebrations and milestones, especially when so many friends and family have come out to enjoy and cheer on this very busy family. The twins one year Birthday Celebration was in August but its taken a while to catch up on sharing after a very busy season, so forgive me as I take the next few months to catch up on the summer and fall events and sessions. Many thanks for Sugartree Photography for bringing me in to photograph this wonderful family and the beautiful boys!!
Posted on August 6, 2010
Hello Sweet Mama’s..Back in February on a bright warm sunny afternoon, I was invited along with my super hero photog friend Kristina, owner and principal photographer of Sugartree Photography to photograph Elaine who was so radiant and beautiful just weeks before she was to give birth to her first. There is no doubt that this sweet baby is going to be just as beautiful as mama !!!
Posted on June 26, 2010
On Thursday May 27th, I had the privillage of photographing the 16th annual Mike Glazer Golf Classic. Thanks to all the contributors at ORT Toronto for creating such a wonderful event on such a beautiful day for such a worthy cause. I appreciate you me letting me be a part of your tournament. You were all so wonderful to photograph and work with.
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Posted on May 20, 2010
I was one of many who returned last Wednesday from Jo’burg and Swaziland from the Grandmothers Gathering which was sponsored by the Stephen Lewis Foundation. It was truly incredible to witness 500 African Grandmothers and 42 Canadian grandmothers gather in solidarity for the purpose of support, learning and sharing in their relentless mission to, as the 2010 Manzini Statement reflects, Turn The Tides of Aids in Africa.
I’ve been asked by many friends and family to see the pictures I took in Africa and inquire about the gallery I’ll eventually post for everyone. On a practical note let me say that I have booked off the next 4 days to get my images edited and hand them off to The Stephen Lewis Foundation. From that point, because there are privacy issues concerning public figures and sensitive issues that we need to respect on behalf of the grannies, only after the foundation gives me the go-ahead will I post the images that are mutually agreed upon. As soon as the gallery is up I will notify you all and be happy to answer any questions regarding my experience or refer you to the support work of the The Stephen Lewis Foundation and the African Grandmothers are doing as caregivers, activists and experts dealing with issues such as gender based violence, pensions and security from their governments, education, health care, financial management, and housing to name just a FEW!!!
From an emotional perspective, its important for me to be honest with you and confess that as a mother I was particularly hit hard upon my return to Canada being swept back into kids schedule with school drop off, making lunches, bath time and dance class etc. I came to the full realization with a huge dose of sadness, exhaustion and a bit of defeat that in order for me to “work” and take the pictures I had unconsciously detached myself from some of the emotionally harder truths to face. Such as meeting wonderfully happy and very much loved orphaned/HIV positive children living at an amazing community run agency Cotlands . One dynamic and playful 3 year old boy laughed joyously and giggled relentlessly when I showed him a picture of himself in the back of my camera and then looked at me inquisitively, as in a fact finding mission to validate his own experience in life, asked boldly and cheekily “Where is your Mama?”. It was a question and a statement and the same time and I was left without words. Another experience that has left me profoundly changed as a person and mother was the meeting of two children between the ages of 4-12 that had been molested and were now HIV positive and living with their granny who housed 8 family members in her two room “house”. Yet while I was there, yes there was sadness in telling of the very deep, personal and painful stories the grannies were so strong and brave to share with us, but mostly I witnessed the resilience and unwavering love the African grannies have for their grandchildren and their determination to protect and nurture their families. The totality of the burden that has been placed on them hit me hard as I looked around in my community and thought, hell, we as Canadians could NEVER EVER survive in the way the Africans have. The Africans group together in song and dance in celebration, in sorrow, in mourning and in ACTION !!! We simply have human rights and privileges that protect us from that kind of grief and hardship. What I’m left with is the absolute understanding, for all of us in 1st world countries, our duty and social responsibility to support children and families all over the world who need support to feed, educate, medicate and advocate!!!
My thanks and appreciation to all of the awe inspiring team members of The Stephen Lewis Foundation and the Canadian Granny’s for their unwavering devotion to Turn the Tides of AIDS in Africa and allowing me this life changing experience. I also want to mention the contribution and commitment Aeroplan, (see Areoplan in Africa by Christa Poole via Strategyonline.ca), and its members made by donating more than seven million miles to the Stephen Lewis Foundation to fly 42 Canadian grandmothers to the African Grandmothers Gathering in Manzini, Swaziland. (Aeroplan’s Beyond Miles program invites members to join Aeroplan in supporting eight Canadian charitable organizations through the donation of Aeroplan Miles including The Stephen Lewis Foundation). I mention it because you can continue to contribute on an on going basis to Aeroplan’s Beyond Miles Program to support the incredibly meaningful work being done by the Stephen Lewis Foundation. Stay tuned as I post more pictures and information surrounding the incredible Canadian Grannies and the work they do!! Cheers to you all!!
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