Annya Miller Photography

Another Round of Headshots...

2009-06-10T13:09:00.000-07:00

"K" and I had so much fun doing our first round of headshots that she came back for another shoot. This time she brought a hair and makeup stylist and we really glammed it up and went to town, going for a more edgy look!

I had so much fun doing this sessions, I might just have to start booking for headshots as well! (Not that I will ever give up my maternity and babies!!!)

About a month after doing these sessions with "K" I found out that at her convention she not only won the runway competition but received call backs from ten different agents! I am confident that this beautiful young lady will do very well for herself in the industry and am so excited to see her doing well! Congrats girl!

Girls Having FUN!

2009-06-08T16:06:00.000-07:00

I have always loved how much fun young girls tend to have given a little free rein, a couple of friends and a camera! A few weeks back I popped by a long time friend's (who happens to be a photographer as well) home and did a photo shoot with my friend's niece, a very special little lady named "K". After a little while of shooting a couple of "K"'s friends popped by and we had a blast taking silly and beautiful pictures all night! Here are a few from that evening:

The three girls being silly.

My friend Kelly taking a break from behind the camera and patiently allowing me to snap a few of her and her beautiful niece. (Thanks Kelly!)

After doing all of the fun group shots, I had each girl take a few by herself. I think its nice for every young girl to have a photo of herself that she KNOWS she is stunning in.

Headshots

2009-06-07T13:46:00.000-07:00

A few months back I worked with a young girl named "K" who was interested in getting into modelling and needed headshots for an upcoming convention.

Normally I just stick to babies, maternity and animals - comfortable and familiar, but it sounded like a fun opporunity so I decided to give it a whirl. As it turns out, it was an absolute BLAST and I think we both thoroughly enjoyed ourselves! Here are the results of our first two sessions:

Father's Day Specials!

2009-06-02T14:35:00.000-07:00

This month, to honour all of the wonderful Father's out there, I am offering a $75.00 photo credit to everyone who books a session before the end of June.

This a great opportunity to have beautiful custom portraits created, without completely breaking the bank!

Whenever I offer any sort of special the sessions just fly, so please contact me ASAP if you are interested to avoid disappointment!

647 272 5450
info@annyamillerphotography.com

Fun Family Shoot

2009-05-27T13:18:00.000-07:00

This spring I was lucky to meet "V" and his beautiful wife "M" and their two children "S" and "A". What a busy household they have with two little boys running around, but I just loved their family dynamic. Mom and Dad seem like such a great team and their children seem to be thriving!

"S" is such an energetic little thing! We had a great time checking out all of his toys and boy was it ever tough to get him in the picture, smiling and still for a family photo - so we made it into a game of peek-a-boo!

Look at that face! How can you not fall in love with this baby boy?!

I love the affection that Mom and Dad have for their kids and each other. It seemed like such a pleasant and happy household...

Little "S" loved any attention that came his way and was more than happy to ham it up for the camera!

Thank you to this wonderful family for allowing me to spend an afternoon with them!

Now on Facebook!

2009-05-24T14:13:00.000-07:00

Recently I decided to give in to the whole "facebook" approach to life and created a group for Annya Miller Photography and a group for Equine Eye Photography.

I will be using these groups to keep people updated with the going ons and specials being offered for each, as well as I will likely be giving special discounts and offers at different times to the member's of the group. So if you too are a facebook junkie please look up the group, add yourself and pass along to any friends you think might be interested and you can be the first to know about some of the great opportunities and specials that will be happening this summer!

Baby Blue Eyes!

2009-05-21T16:46:00.000-07:00

When I had the pleasure of going to meet baby girl "M", I could not get over her gorgeous blue eyes! They are just so bright. She is an adorable little thing as you will see from the pictures and I had a great time photographing her with her mom, and dad. They were great people, with great senses of humour and we had a ton of fun!

Here are some shots from her gallery:

I love the little "daddy's girl" shots!

Adorable little baby bum....

Being so cute is such hard work!

While mom and dad were off comforting and changing little baby "M" their striking cat sauntered up and sat down on the backdrop as if to say, "ok I am ready for my closeup!" and I just couldn't resist! Isn't he handsome?

New Options For Digital Files!

2009-05-20T06:05:00.001-07:00

Over the last few months the pressure from clients to start offering options for digital files has been impossible to ignore! I have always hesitated to provide the digital negatives to my work because I really do prefer to retain creative and quality control over the prints being made from my negatives, however due to the overwhelming number of requests I have been receiving, I have decided to bend to change and embrace the new formats. In all honesty, another problem that I have had with the digital files is that I find that some, NOT all; people feel that they should be able to obtain the full resolution files for almost nothing. Unfortunately this is just not something that will be possible as the reality is that it is just as much work (in some cases more) for me to create a beautiful, fully retouched set of digital images as it is to create the prints.

That said, I am excited to announce that I have come up with some new digital options, and would be more than happy to hear any feed back that you might have or suggestions of products you would like to see in the future! Please check out the rates page at www.annyamillerphotography.com to see the new options.

Thanks for reading!
Annya

The Wating... And The Result!

2009-05-19T19:33:00.000-07:00

My next featured client is "A", "M" and "Baby Girl M". Our first session was scheduled on the day of the biggest snowstorm of the year, and because it was about a 1 and a 1/2 hour drive in GOOD weather we decided to postpone. "M" was very sweet and understanding and we ended up having a wonderful maternity session together! As you can see she was just beautiful in her pregnancy!

I was delighted about a month and half later to recieve an excited email from "A" announcing the arrival of little baby girl "M". I could tell from the email that "A" was over the moon and could not wait to go and meet their new baby girl.

"M" was just adorable in person and was very good considering she had such a long day with visitors from all over popping in and a photoshoot! I'm sure Daddy was pleased at her modesty as well, as little "M" refused to cooperate as long as she was naked, but settled in quite happily once she had her little pink outfit on! Just adorable!

Baby J and "Sister" Ophelia

2009-05-18T18:28:00.000-07:00

Due to the fact that life gets busy, and quite frankly I tend to forget to provide regular updates, I am going to go through the last year of photo shoots over the next few weeks and show off some of the adorable babies, children and beautiful bellies that I have had the pleasure of photographing over the last few months.

The first of these sessions is Baby Girl J. She was only a few days old during our session and her proud mom and dad were more than happy to show her off. She has since become quite famous on ww.annyamillerphotography.com as one of the poster children for my portfolio! Here are a few of her images:

Her "older sister" Ophelia was grateful for the oppourtunity to get up close and personal with her new sister. I love the way she is watching over her here! So peaceful!

So peaceful!

Of course we couldn't have Ophelia feeling left out, so she got in on the action too!

The Month Long Celebration of Mother's Day!

2009-05-18T18:25:00.000-07:00

Happy Mother's Day to all of the wonderful and fabulous Mom's out there!

For the entire month of May I am celebrating Mom's with some special offers! For the new and expectant mother's out there I am offering free newborn and maternity sessions. This is a great opportunity to have beautiful pregnancy or newborn images created to document this very special time forever, without having to worry about the cost of a session fee.

For all other mom's who have older babies, toddlers and children I am giving away a free CD of websized files with each child and baby or family session for sharing with your friends and family online through facebook, your own blogs or for making beautiful slideshows on the computer.

Contact me at info@annyamillerphotography.com if you would like more details or to take advantage of the May specials. Please, please PLEASE though, contact me quickly if you are interested as they move VERY quickly and I don't want to disappoint anyone when I run out of session dates!

Thanks for reading,
Annya

New 'Links' Page

2009-02-16T14:51:00.000-08:00

Well this is going to be one busy week, but hopefully at the end of it (one I finish playing catch up) I will have tons of great photographs to share with you of all of the little munchkins and their families that I will be meeting this week.

I just wanted to let everyone out there know that there is a new page on the website "Links". I have been compiling a list of helpful resources for expecting parents, new parents and those that have been around the block a few times alike. There are doulas, mommy baby fitness classes, stores with some really unique baby items and lots of other great stuff! So check it out under the links section of www.annyamillerphotography.com!

Welcome to the NEW Annya Miller Photography!

2009-02-11T21:31:00.001-08:00

Welcome to the new and hopefully much improved Annya Miller Photography site and blog! I do apologize that I have not stayed even remotely on top of this blog, in fact I would say that my attempts were actually quite pathetic. I am however now putting it out there now into the internet universe that I am going to do my very best to post regularly with updates and images of all of the adorable little darlings that I get to meet on a regular basis!

Please check out the new site - I would love to hear what everyone thinks! I am hoping that you will find it more user friendly and aesthetically pleasing. I have also begun to add a few new packages and price point options as I was getting a fair number of request for it. I will be continuing to add new options as the next few months go on.

Also don't forget that I am continuing to run my no sitting fee special! So if you were thinking of having your little ones (or if you are expecting a little one!) now is a great time to book your appointment and save yourself some $$$!

Introducing....

2007-11-13T20:56:00.000-08:00

Not too long ago I did a maternity session for my cousin Gavin and his lovely lady Shannon. They were expecting their first child and we were all excited to find out that it would be a baby girl!

Well she has arrived! I am pleased to introduce the newest (and quite possibly the cutest!) member of the family, beautiful baby Breeanne!

Ten tiny toes!!

Starting to get pretty sleepy, this modelling business is hard work!

And finally she gave in! Isn't she adorable?

Emily

2007-11-12T21:03:00.001-08:00

Alright, so a little more catching up!! In September I got to meet with little Emily at the gardens in a local library where we did a little mini session. It was a great time because boy does she have personality!

How could anyone not love that face? So adorable - Thank you Emily and Mom Kristin for our fun day in the park, I hope we can meet again soon!

"Trash The Dress!"

2007-11-05T14:59:00.001-08:00

As promised here are a few pictures from the "Trash the Dress" session that I did a few weeks ago.

Melanie and her mother had approached me earlier this year about doing this session after seeing some pictures of girls in beautiful gowns riding and posing with horses in a magazine. They decided right then that they just had to take advantage of this oppourtunity and get some pictures of Melanie and her friend Michelle in their dresses! (AFTER the dresses had made it safely through prom of course!!)

Although it was a little chilly and the skies threatened to open up on us all afternoon we had a great time during this session!

Aren't these two an elegant pair? I couldn't believe how perfect Melanie's dress was for this type of session, you would almost think she had planned it when picking her dress!

Sharing a quiet moment with Abby...

Another moment, though not so quiet!

Michelle and Diesel - Aren't these two a stunning pair? I just love how her pink dress contrasts with Diesels rich black coat!

I just love how relaxed Michelle looks in these pictures, such a great relationship with her horse and such a natural model.

At the end of the session the girls brought out Spice and Rosie - these were the ponies they rode during their "pony careers". I thought that was such a sweet ending for their session.

Old Friends

2007-11-04T21:43:00.000-08:00

So first off my sincere apologies! When I started this blog in August I had resolved to post at least once or twice a week - or not.... Life unfortunately just keeps getting in the way! So over the next few days I am going to buckle down and try to get caught up on the last month or two.

In September I payed a visit to a few old friends of mine, including one VERY special friend named Harvey. Harvey was the horse I rode during the teenage years of my life. To this day I have never had the privelege of sitting on a nicer horse. He is by far the coolest , kindest creature I have ever met on four legs! (Although my Phinn is a close second! ;) )

He is photographed here with Vanessa who took over the ride on him when I moved on, riding him to much success in the jumper ring. He may be a little past his prime, but the boy has got some serious get up and go!!! - Read - good luck getting him hauled back!

Here are a few shots from our informal session together:

Of course a trip to the farm would not have been complete without a couple of snaps with Karlyn! Karlyn is my photo buddy who used to help me out by taking a few pictures of ME now and then with my horses as I was feeling a little left out about always being the one behind the camera! ;) This young lady and aspiring photographer is just in general great to be around and a huge help, there whenever you need her! For this mini session she brought out one of the farms elderly ladies Spice who just like Harvey may be well into her golden years but still has spunk!

(Spice was letting us know just how she felt about being brought out and not being allowed to get down to business! (in other words GRASS!) )

As always it was great to go back "home" and spend a little time with some old friends. I actually got to go back and do an awesome "trash the dress" session the following week, check back for pictures from that session!

Foxy!

2007-09-26T22:33:00.000-07:00

A couple of weeks ago I did a fun session with beautiful and incredibly talented ladies - my friend Sarah and her gorgeous mare "Foxy Cleopatra". We got lucky with gorgeous fall weather, and beautifully soft late afternoon light and managed to snap some great shots! Here are a few to share...

Now that is trust!

Look at that scenery! What a great location for a photo shoot!
Cleo was VERY interested in these pretty and apparently tasty flowers!

Cleo striking a pose (she knows she's Foxy!)

Fall Fair Fun!

2007-09-21T23:40:00.001-07:00

This month I was very happy to be the official photographer for the Orono Fair. This annual horse show is a soft spot for me, as Orono was my hometown growing up, and this fair was my very first ever horse show. I remember that day so clearly - all the hard work and effort getting ready (my poor pony "Albert" stood in the cross ties for 5 HOURS the day before while I polished his coat right off!) and then the nerves and excitement of the big day. Possibly not the most glamourous of horse shows, but definitely a fun one!

These two ladies and their family were some of the nicest people I have met in a while! The lady leading the horse was part of the young riders team, and her sister who is pictured riding the mare was at her very first horse show, and boy was she excited! They shared the ride on that lovely mare and both did exceptionally well!

Look at this boy move!!!! Ok I will admit I am a little biased as that is my sister and her horse Vincent. This was her first horse show as a child as well, and we decided that it would be fitting to bring Vince here for his very first hunter show! He was such a little pro they took Reserve Champion for their division and he even won his hack class! (and the best part is that he is only 4!) Congrats Nat!

I don't think even the fairest of judges could resist this little face!

Another set of champions - aren't they a great looking pair?!

My New Model!

2007-08-29T17:44:00.000-07:00

Well, after about 15 years of waiting, wishing, and hoping - I finally bought my own horse! I am ecstatic and looking forward to loving him (and of course photographing him) for many years to come!

Here he is!

That's all for now - I am sure everyone will be seeing plently more pictures of this guy in the future - I already told him he needs to learn to model! :P

End Of The Season @ LHA

2007-08-26T22:08:00.001-07:00

It's been another great season for all of the participants of the Lindsay Horsemans' Association Shows, myself included! The LHA shows are always a guaranteed good time with great people, great horses and great food! ;)

Here are a couple snaps from the last show of the season - the full collection can be seen in the proofs section of equineeyephotography.com

The Participants:

The Spectators:

Best wishes to everyone from LHA for a safe off season - I look forward to seeing you all again in the spring!!

A Horse of a Different Colour

2007-08-16T15:39:00.000-07:00

Or in this case many! This week I had the oppourtunity to attend and photograph my first RPSI Inspection at Blazing Colours Farm. It was a great day, complete with gorgeous horses, friendly people and a delicious lunch. Blazing Colours Farm had quite a few horses being inspected (they all passed with flying colours - no pun intended) and there were a couple of horses that came in for the inspection as well. After the inspection had taken place the foals were given their RPSI brands and then April brought out two of her stallions; Sato and Mirabeau.

This is Mirabeau - he was the sire of most of the foals I saw at the inspection.

Sato, another one of April's stallions. This guy was my personal favourite of the day - so much presence and look at that colour!

This was the first time I had ever witnessed branding. I was surprised (and relieved!) at how little most of the babies reacted, and how quickly they recovered.

This little colt had the sweetest, quietest temperment.

April's foals all seemed to be well handled, well mannered and they knew who their other "mom" was!

This mare was more than happy to show off for the liberty phase of her inspection - maybe a little too happy ;)

A pretty mare from Rivendell Arabians, I just couldn't resist snapping this headshot!

A Couple Of Old Friends

2007-08-10T14:17:00.000-07:00

Last weekend I was lucky enough to have the oppourtunity to go vist and photograph and old friend of mine and her lovely horses Jypsy, Poly and Diablo. Melissa got Diablo recently and will soon be separating her horses so she wanted to get some pictures of them all together one last time before the move - as well as some cute shots of her new boy!

Here are a couple from the session:

Jypsy

Diablo (Melissa's newest edition and man is he BIG)

Poly

These two have been buddies forever!

Cricket is a pasturemate to Melissa's horses - of course I couldn't resist such a lovely model!

The New Site!

2007-08-08T13:46:00.000-07:00

After an equal amount of procrastination (but a little, actually WAY MORE effort, sweat and hair pulling) the new site is up and running on the web! Check it out at http://www.annyamillerphotography.com/ . This site if for my portraiture work with children, babies, and expecting mothers.

Be sure to take advantage of the special introductory offer of no sitting fee for children's and maternity sessions! This is a great oppourtunity to have beautiful portraits created for your children and it won't last long!

Here are a couple samples of the work from annyamillerphotography.com:

Isn't this baby girl just the cutest, most adorably chubby baby you have ever seen? This is baby Ella, whose picture you will see featured a few times through out the new site!

Another adorable little one, poor little Noah couldn't keep his eyes open for the whole session - which was perfect because we got to catch these wonderful peaceful moments!

This fine young man was kind enough to demonstrate just exactly how challenging it can be to photograph and very intelligent, and very busy 2 year old! He had so much to show us and so much to do which made for a fun and entertaining session!

The New Blog!

2007-08-08T13:29:00.000-07:00

Welcome to my new blog.

After much procrastination I have FINALLY taken the 2 seconds out of my day that it has taken to create this blog. I am looking forward to being able to share snipets from my recent photo shoots and events, tips for better pictures, contest information and all kinds of other great stuff.

I will try to blog often, so check back!