Alysha Sladek, Author at ALYSHA SLADEK PHOTOGRAPHY

A new year already?

January 25, 2012 By Alysha Sladek

Dear Internet,
Is it really a new year already? I apologize for my lack of posting. Things have been, well, a little crazy. I found out this summer that we’re expecting baby #5! Bit of a shocker, seeing as I gave away ALL of my baby everything. Go figure, right? hahah We’re all super excited and the girls are hoping for another girl, the boys another boy. I’m now 32 weeks and cannot wait to feel somewhat normal again (and I have to admit I’m hoping this little one decides to come a little early. I can always hope, right?)

So here are just a few of the fun photo sessions that took place over the last few months. Be prepared for a LOT of photos!

I love photographing Lexi. She’s the sweetest little girl and her smile is infectious.

Such a sweet little family. These were Caitlin and Jordan’s engagement and soon-to-be family photos.

One of my favorite families and I love that Roberta and I found out we’re both expecting within a couple weeks of each other.

This was a beautiful wedding and we headed to Sundance Lake for some family photos.

I love it when families come back to me for photos. It’s so fun to see the kids grow and these boys are a blast!!

Nothing sweeter than a sleeping baby. This little man is #4 in his family and the first boy! I loved watching his sisters with him – you could tell how much they simply adore him.

Later in the summer was Caitlin and Jordan’s wedding and it was wonderful. She made such a beautiful bride

The day after the wedding we headed out for family photos before some of Caitlin’s sisters headed back to the states and northern Alberta. It was a big, but super fun group.

I have had the pleasure of photographing this little guy every 3 months since shortly after he was born. I have loved being able to see him grow up over the last year. Hard to believe he’s a year old already!

Another fabulous family. I think I say this about all the families that I photograph, but they truly are.

My last family session of the year! And what a way to finish it off with this beautiful family. We lucked out and we were able to take some without the snow. I think it ended up snowing a TON just a couple days after we took these. I don’t know what it is, but I’m loving the look of black and white photos lately too. What do you think?

I also did a couple newborn sessions. Both babies decided to join the world 4 weeks early. This little one came in weighing 5 pounds 3 ounces. So little but so sweet. Aren’t they the cutest little girls?? and those headbands… love!
I wonder if her dark hair will stay or if she’ll end up with that beautiful blond hair like her older sisters?

The last little munchkin was my niece. She came 4 weeks early weighing a whopping 4 pounds 3 ounces. SOOO TEENY! My sister’s initial plan was for me to come in and take delivery pictures for her, but because she ended up being high risk they had a hard time even getting my mom in the delivery room. Instead they let me into the NICU where I was able to take a few pictures of her there. These pictures do not do her size justice at all – she was soooo tiny! Thankfully she’s healthy and currently up to just over 9 pounds!

My last session was with my wonderful partner in crime, Heidi. She gave birth to a beautiful 8lb 12oz baby girl at home only a few days after our little session. I wish I could look like Heidi when pregnant!

So that’s the last little bit in a nutshell. I hope to be able to pick things up again after baby and I have a little time to get a schedule down. Thank you for your patience and I look forward to getting back into the swing of things later in the year.

Burnham Family – Edmonton Family Photography

June 30, 2011 By Alysha Sladek

I had the pleasure of going up to Edmonton a couple weekends ago to hang out with some fabulous ladies. While I was there I was able to take family photos for one of my dearest friends. Her kids are SO cute! My Livie still talks about Jackson and how she’s going to marry him. I love it.

You can see why she still talks about him right? Total stud!

And this little guy – Maren, can you imagine all the trouble our two boys would be in if we still lived up there? haha

Ok, this little missy steals my heart. I got to spend some time with the kids that weekend, but Ellie and I became best buds during that time. I love that she would snuggle up to me, jabbering away like I could understand. Oh how I miss them!

Graduating – Calgary Senior Photography

June 23, 2011 By Alysha Sladek

Every year about this time I think back to when I graduated. On one of the last few days of classes my English teacher read us “Oh! The Places You’ll Go!” by Dr. Seuss. I still get a little teary eyed to this day as I read it. The end is probably my most favorite part…

” So be sure when you step. Step with care and great tact and remember that Life’s a Great Balancing Act. Just never forget to be dexterous and deft. And never mix up your right foot with your left.

And will you succeed?
Yes! You will, indeed!
(98 and ¾ percent guaranteed.)

Kid, you’ll move mountains!”

That being said, it was an absolute pleasure photographing these youth (and needless to say, brought back some fond highschool memories). The girls looked beautiful in their grad dresses. And oh how I LOVED the location – it was AWESOME!! I loooooove the old truck.

29 Down, 11 to go… – Calgary Maternity Photography

June 17, 2011 By Alysha Sladek

My beautiful sister in law is expecting baby #2 in August only days before my younger brother’s birthday. We’re all so excited to find out what this little munchkin is and my kids can’t wait to have another cousin to play with. We went out for a half an hour before the sun set and I’m SO glad we did! I’m glad I convinced Ashley to do photos – hope you like them Ash!

“The family is one of Nature’s masterpieces” – George Santayana

May 9, 2011 By Alysha Sladek

I love this family. I know I probably say that about all the families I photograph, but I truly do. I met Natasha back during my Edmonton days while my hubby was in law school. I have so many fond memories with her and we’ve had some fantastic photo shoots together. I felt very honored that she and her family were willing to make the drive down from Edmonton for me to take their family photos.

And I just want to give a little shout out to Laura for her help and all the props that day. Thank you!

The kids were starting to get a little restless so we hopped in our vans and drove to McKay’s Ice Cream Shop. The twins had their first ice cream cone ever and I’m so glad to have been there to catch their reactions. They LOVED it! Little Gloria wasn’t quite sure what to do with it and kept trying to eat the cone first. They were covered and enjoyed every second. Wesley was so sweet and would come and share his with Laura and I. I just love these kids.

And really what can I say about Natasha… She is simply stunning. A photo I took of her a few years back won an International photo contest – need I say more. I love love love photographing her. She knows exactly what to do without any direction and makes my job that much easier. And Glen, you were great also 🙂 Thanks for being awesome you two!

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