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Noemi Hedrick

Welcome!

Thank you for coming to my blog and website! It means a lot to me. The world of blogging has become a part of my every day life and I love it. You will see everything on my blog...some of my recent photo shoots, some of what's going on in my world and some of what's happening in other peoples lives. It is a true reflection of me well, minus the spelling mistakes.

I started blogging a couple of years ago thinking it would be a great way to give my clients instant gratification. (who doesn't want to see their pictures ASAP after a shoot?) I never expected it to get as personal as it has...life took a turn and right after I started blogging one of my friends got pregnant with Sextuplets and I walked through the pregancy, birth, loss and triumph with their family...my blog became a place to share and meet friends! I've never turned back.

Of course, when people are getting to know me my name is a big topic. It is actually pronounced "No-Amy" (and yes, I've heard every joke running through your head right now!) Here's the story: I was born in Montevideo, Uruguay and my parents were trying to be nice to me by naming me a Spanish name but then changed their plans and moved back to Canada 16 months later. I've had to explain my name ever since. It's me and I wouldn't change it for anything but, I am sorry for the inconvience...it's worth it though!

I'm passionate about a lot of things but I have to say there's nothing like weddings. Have fun going through the galleries and slideshows on the blog. I hope it inspires you to call me, or pick up your camera and start shooting.

These are a few of my favorite things:

I love my husband Matt. My soulmate and perfect match. I was made for loving him.

Taking the perfect shot and showing it...seeing the person light up melts my heart every time.

I love my little girl Adriah. There's no one in the world like her. She inspires me to be kind.

I love to sing and sing loud! I'm a front row girl so i can belt it out and no one cares!

I love my little boy Leyton. I could into those eyes forever. Just thinking of him puts a smile on my face.

I love Musicals and I'm not ashamed to admit the I own quite a few!

I love the Starbucks drink "London Fog." If you haven't tried it yet...now is the time.

I love my family...there's nothing like family.

I love jeans the fit.

I love friends that are family!

I love spicy food and traveling anymore to try it!

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Back from London, England!

i arrived thursday and most of the day was spent getting to where we needed to go (Heathrow to Eltham) and then resting because it took so long to get there! Friday we went touring in Greenwich…it poured but that didn’t stop us.

Here’s a link for the grounds we walked while in Greenwich!

For me England is all about the details of anything old. I love everything! So I see beauty everywhere. This is the top of a gate.The French Bakery in the market!

shopping...

Beautiful buildings...even in the pouring rain!



This stunning location will be used for the 2012 Olympics!

Loved this sculpture. Seriously...it's cool right?

Obviously made an impact on me since I'm posting 3 pictures of it! LOL

Can you see how big the smile on my face is? That's because I'm in England and with my sister!

Sometimes you just have to jump for JOY!

My tribute to Canada!

We took public transport everywhere...it was crazy fast!

The town we stayed at had lovely gardens near a tudor barn. STUNNING!

Do you write to process things that are going on in your life?

For as long as I can remember I have kept a journal and have loved writing my thoughts on paper. As an adult, I go in and out of seasons where I still keep a journal only now my fingers hurt from writing because I type so much and don’t use those muscles. The end result is the same…I have this need to get what’s going on inside me out. What do I write about? I pray. I whine. I shout. I cry. I laugh (mostly at myself). I just talk only I write it all.

I have been blogging for years and at different stages I have written more (and then less) from my heart. Mostly, depending on the business of life.

I’m in a great place right now. i have so much to be thankful for and today i decided to write out my thoughts on the blog instead of my journal…so here goes…brace yourself for random:

I miss my sisters. I have 2 and the live in Canada and England. Most times it’s fine but, lately it’s not. I miss them. I wish I could help them with their kids, let them go on date nights and sit down for a cup of tea…but I can’t. I see them 1-2 times a year and it’s hard.

I have incredible friends. Friends that are like sisters. I don’t deserve the amazing women that surround me. I could turn to them ANYTHING! For help, prayer, guidance, hugs and support…they would help me. These relationships have not come easy but they were definitely worth the fight.

I love the stage of life I’m moving into. I’m sleeping and so are my kids. Life is systematic and I love that. I’m at home learning my kids and trust me, that’s a full time job!

I feel settled in photography. I know who I am: a mentor, a visionary, a relator, and a business woman. When I went to WPPI with a couple of close photographer friends I came up with a way to describe my photography style. I am a romantic-comedy story teller. I have a little cinema drama in my images but the essence of my photography captures the love and joy of relationships. What do you think?

I love that we skipped winter this year. Can we do that again next year?

I married the most incredibly hard working man. He does well with…most things. And no matter what is thrown at him he is faithful to complete it. I’m so thankful to be his wife.

I’m so glad I bought a couple of plants this week. I love looking at green stuff in my house!

I love having a blog. A place where other women come to be encouraged and sometimes challenged. I’m not the greatest writer but I put my heart into everything I do! What are you putting your heart into right now? I’d love to hear.

Using perfect light to enhance a family portrait shoot!

So, you want to learn how to shoot family portraits better? It’s no secret that the best times to capture sunlight is when the sun comes up in the morning and as the sun is going down in the evening. this sunlight is softer, warmer, and coming from a better angle then straight down. Sometimes it’s hard to time it perfectly…especially when young children are involved, but the results make it worth it!

Photography is not hard! Look for the right light in the right space and focus. :) Pick an open field and a pile of rocks, put the sun behind the family and expose for the faces of the family…shoot fast and do crazy things to make them laugh!

PS. The previous post I featured the youngest of this family and this was is all about their oldest! SHE IS SO FUN TO CAPTURE…the blowin’ curls in the open field totally suits her personality! I love my job. ENJOY!





wild Jane.


I love this picture...Sara, you are beautiful!



I couldn't resist turning this to B&W...it's such a perfect quiet moment!

Here's the color version for the Momma...she prefers color in pictures! :)

KONY 2012

Do you know who Joseph Kony is? You will by the end of this post.

I watched this video last night and I was moved beyond words. A few weeks ago I shared how I’m starting to put the wheels in motion towards adding a second blog revolved around the issue of human trafficking. My heart for the children involved in this evil system of buying and selling growing daily.

I love this video for two reasons:
1. It does make a different when we stand up and say something!
2. People do care about the poor and broken.

We’re learning together. Click here to read more.