Photography Blog - Paula Gerein Photography Edmonton

A teen girl sits on a wooden swing hanging from a tree as she pets her dog, taken during a documentary family photo session with Paula Gerein Photography.

From Tweens to Teens: Why It’s Important to Capture These Transformative Years

Our culture is obsessed with fresh starts - newborns, 1st...

The owner of a fitness clothing label works out in a gym in Edmonton during a personal branding photo session with Paula Gerein Photography.

How Documentary Photography is Perfect for Small Businesses and Personal Branding

The documentary approach to photography is a game-changer for small...

A family of five gets ready to play baseball together in their neighbourhood school field, taken during their documentary family photo session with Paula Gerein Photography.

From Ballet to Baseball: How to Include Your Child’s Activities in a Documentary Family Session

Whether it’s ballet class or soccer practice, these activities define...

Girl throws snow - from an Edmonton Family Photographer

How Smartphones Affect Our Memory—and Why an Annual Documentary Photo Session is the Best Way to Preserve Yours

Smartphones have become the go-to device for capturing every adorable...

A teen girl walks with her horse in a pasture during a documentary family photo session on their acreage.

Capturing the Last Big Moments at Home: Graduation Parties and Family Photography Before University

Family photos aren’t just pictures; they’re portals to the past...

While parents make supper at the stove with their backs to the room, their daughter hangs upside down from the kitchen counter.

The Evolution of Family Photography: Trends and Innovations in the Field

Family photography has come a long way since the stiff,...

A blind child smiles towards his brother while rolling cookie balls together with his brother and mom. During a documentary family photo session with Paula Gerein Photography.

Why Documentary Family Photography is Perfect for Families with Special Needs

Family photos aren’t just pictures; they’re portals to the past...

A mother snuggles her newborn baby moments after they finish breastfeeding

10 Reasons to Have a Documentary Family Photo Session Right After Bringing Home a New Baby

Ten reasons why a documentary session is easier, more enjoyable,...

Brothers laughing with slip-n-slide - from an Edmonton Family Photographer

Why Pink Shirt Day Matters: How Photos of Kids on Your Walls Boost Confidence and Inclusion

February 28th, Pink Shirt Day, is a day to stand...

During a documentary family photo session in the winter, Alberta photographer Paula Gerein captures sisters sharing space with one doing a handstand, and the other playing the piano.

5 Quick and Easy Ways to Capture Family Memories in Everyday Moments

Amidst the whirlwind of daily life, it's easy to forget...

A woman's feet are elevated on a recliner next to her wheelchair, during a palliative photo session with Paula Gerein Photography

Documentary Family Photography: Capturing All the Highs and Lows of Life

Family photos aren’t just pictures; they’re portals to the past...

Adult sisters laugh at a table surrounded by children and spouses

Stress-Free Family Photography: How to Fit a Session into Your Busy Schedule

Life is busy, but preserving your family’s memories doesn’t have...

Family of six read together on couch - from an Edmonton Family Photographer

The Impact of Family Photos: Preserving Memories for the Next Generation

Family photos aren’t just pictures; they’re portals to the past...

A father helps his daughter skate on an outdoor rink in Canmore, Alberta during their winter documentary family photo session

The Purpose of a Photograph

Photographs are everywhere. From phones bursting with selfies to curated...

Boy makes a silly face - from an Edmonton Family Photographer

The Absolute Beauty of Black & White Photography

There’s something about black and white photography that’s simply magical....

During an extended family winter photo session in Canmore, Alberta, a woman chases her mother in the snow while the rest of the extended family watches and laughs.

Capturing the Joy of Family Gatherings Over the Winter Holidays

Whether it’s Christmas, Hanukkah, Kwanzaa, or any other special celebration,...

The CN rail train blurs past in a prairie landscape

The Journey Home: Exploring the Emotional Impact of Returning to Familiar Places Through Photography

There's something uniquely powerful about returning to the places we...

Ideas for a Winter Documentary Family Photo Session: Embrace the Chill!

Life isn’t lived in just one season, and neither should...

A teen girl sits on the grass with soccer balls experimenting with photography.

2024 Gift Guide for Memory Keepers: The Perfect Gifts for Photography Lovers

Whether you're gifting to a friend who’s a shutterbug, a...

During bedtime storytime, a mother and her child look at each other with surprise from the plot twist of their book.

Breaking the Mold: Why Traditional Posed Photos Aren’t for Every Family

Let's face it—traditional posed family photos can be a bit,...

Mother helps daughters brush teeth - from an Edmonton Family Photographer

Why Moms Need to Be in Photos Too: Capturing Memories with Your Kids and Partner

Moms are usually behind the camera, but who's capturing you?...

husband and wife cuddle on their front porch in Edmonton

Don’t Wait to Book Your Family Photo Session: Every Day is the Right Time

If you wait for everything to be ‘just right’ before...

The Beauty of Unposed Photography: Capturing the Real Moments with Your Newborn

With your newborn there's a love that's raw, unfiltered, and...

Mother son together in lake - from an Edmonton Family Photographer

Lake Life: Capturing Your Family in the Sun and Sand with Summer Family Portraits

In this post, I'll explore the joys of lake life,...

A girl in an orange inner tube chases a ball in the lake water during her family's documentary photo session with Paula Gerein Photography.

How to Photograph Your Own Family on Summer Vacation and Keep Your Things Safe at the Beach

This post provides practical tips for taking great photos of...

mother and son roast hotdogs over a campfire next to the North Saskatchewan River

Capture Your Family’s Camping Adventure: Why You Should Document Your Outdoor Escapades

Remember those epic summer camping trips with your family? Now,...

Two teen siblings and their mom play Just Dance on the Switch during their documentary family photo session with Paula Gerein

Teens: Why You Should Absolutely Let Your Parents Document Your Last Summer at Home

Hey - University Student! Before you pack your bags and...

Adult sisters laugh together at their campsite during their extended family summer photo shoot with Paula Gerein Photography

Why You Should Hire a Documentary Family Photographer for Your Family Reunion

Summer is the perfect time for a documentary family photo...

A mother and her son take photos together on a walk outside during their documentary family photo session.

Using Photography to Entertain Your Kids While Camping and Exploring the Outdoors

Fun and educational photography activities that will keep your kids...

June is Pride Month: Embracing Authenticity and Celebrating Unapologetic Love

Pride Month is a time to celebrate the LGBTQIA2S+ community,...

Ideas for a Summer Documentary Family Photo Session

Here are ideas for a family photo session during the...

Introducing Paula Gerein Photography and the Documentary Approach to Family Photography.

What is documentary family photography? Allow me to introduce myself...

From Tweens to Teens: Why It’s Important to Capture These Transformative Years

How Documentary Photography is Perfect for Small Businesses and Personal Branding

From Ballet to Baseball: How to Include Your Child’s Activities in a Documentary Family Session

How Smartphones Affect Our Memory—and Why an Annual Documentary Photo Session is the Best Way to Preserve Yours

Capturing the Last Big Moments at Home: Graduation Parties and Family Photography Before University

The Evolution of Family Photography: Trends and Innovations in the Field

Why Documentary Family Photography is Perfect for Families with Special Needs

10 Reasons to Have a Documentary Family Photo Session Right After Bringing Home a New Baby

Why Pink Shirt Day Matters: How Photos of Kids on Your Walls Boost Confidence and Inclusion

5 Quick and Easy Ways to Capture Family Memories in Everyday Moments

Documentary Family Photography: Capturing All the Highs and Lows of Life

Stress-Free Family Photography: How to Fit a Session into Your Busy Schedule

The Impact of Family Photos: Preserving Memories for the Next Generation

The Purpose of a Photograph

The Absolute Beauty of Black & White Photography

Capturing the Joy of Family Gatherings Over the Winter Holidays

The Journey Home: Exploring the Emotional Impact of Returning to Familiar Places Through Photography

Ideas for a Winter Documentary Family Photo Session: Embrace the Chill!

2024 Gift Guide for Memory Keepers: The Perfect Gifts for Photography Lovers

Breaking the Mold: Why Traditional Posed Photos Aren’t for Every Family

Why Moms Need to Be in Photos Too: Capturing Memories with Your Kids and Partner

Don’t Wait to Book Your Family Photo Session: Every Day is the Right Time

The Beauty of Unposed Photography: Capturing the Real Moments with Your Newborn

Lake Life: Capturing Your Family in the Sun and Sand with Summer Family Portraits

How to Photograph Your Own Family on Summer Vacation and Keep Your Things Safe at the Beach

Capture Your Family’s Camping Adventure: Why You Should Document Your Outdoor Escapades

Teens: Why You Should Absolutely Let Your Parents Document Your Last Summer at Home

Why You Should Hire a Documentary Family Photographer for Your Family Reunion

Using Photography to Entertain Your Kids While Camping and Exploring the Outdoors

June is Pride Month: Embracing Authenticity and Celebrating Unapologetic Love

Ideas for a Summer Documentary Family Photo Session

Introducing Paula Gerein Photography and the Documentary Approach to Family Photography.

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