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2010-01-06T07:49:00.003-06:00

If you've stumbled across this blog we've moved.
Our new blog is at:
Tinholt Photography Blog.

Also please check out our main site at:
Winnipeg Wedding Photographers - Tinholt Photography

Ian & Beverley... smoke'n Hot!

2009-05-18T11:04:00.005-05:00

You two are probably the most precious couple I know. You both so pure, so devoted, so deeply loving of each other and those around you. Just thinking of the two of you warms my heart. I'm so excited to watch your lives unfold and the joy that will fill every moment of it. Here's step 1 and an amazing life together!

- Mike

Chelsey

2009-04-30T20:51:00.004-05:00

I was recently contacted by an old friend from childhood... we connected over coffee... which led to a fun/creative photo shoot this April. A big thanks to Chelsey for being so fun and responsive - you rock!
- Zarah

Weddings in Winnipeg - New Magazine

2009-04-28T21:30:00.004-05:00

Weddings in Winnipeg has launched an amazing new magazine. Your number one planning resource in Winnipeg has just got even better. Check out their site, www.weddingsinwinnipeg.ca for all your planning needs. Then register to receive helpful emails full of great resources, articles and planning tips, and now a free magazine every month. You can't beat that. And hey, we've got a great ad in there to.

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LePage Family

2009-04-28T21:20:00.005-05:00

That old carriage and the vintage dresses were too much. You've got a beautiful growing family and its so great that Steph gets to spend this time together with the kids. What a gift for a young family. The government sure treats its employees well. Enjoy it!

- Mike & Zarah

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Sarah, Dave & Little Alexandre

2009-04-24T18:16:00.004-05:00

Its so fun to see our friends getting married and having kids. We watch our own lives evolve as those around us take those same paths. Its an exciting life. Your little Alex is a cutie.

- Mike & Zarah

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Natasha, Peter, Jeremiah and Chloe

2009-04-24T18:05:00.006-05:00

The family was magic. It sure helps having kids to shoot kids... especially when they play together to keep them occupied and in the game. They were great, you've got such a beautiful family Natasha and I look forward to next time.

- Mike & Zarah

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Attention Photographers: David A. Williams is Coming to Winnipeg!

2009-04-01T15:27:00.010-05:00

If you haven't heard of David A. Williams, here is a bit of info:
In 1992 he achieved the very rare distinction of Associateship and Fellowship of the Royal Photographic Society of Great Britain (FRPS) on the same day. Through the annual Australian Professional Photography Awards’ system, David has demonstrated excellence in his craft and achieved the level of Master of Photography (M.Photog.) with two gold bars, the equivalent of a triple master.

In 2003, he was awarded the “Accolade of Lifetime Photographic Excellence” from the Wedding Portrait Photographers International organisation (W.P.P.I.)
Competition results include over sixty awards for excellence in wedding and portrait photography in Australia, New Zealand, Austria, America and England. He has won the Grand Award for excellence in portraiture at the American Wedding Portrait Photographers International convention in Las Vegas 1997, 2000, 2002 and ‘Grand Award – Wedding Digital’ in 2003 – always from a considerable field of world-wide entries.

He was chosen by Kodak (Australasia) Pty. Ltd. as the Australian ‘Mentor’ for the testing, devising and shooting of the advertising, promotional and comparative photographs for Kodak Professional. He has done likewise for Fujifilm Australia, with their pro-digital cameras. He continues to work with Epson promoting the ProGraphics printer series.

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... Need more reasons to come to the seminar? Jen and Steve Bebb (listed under American Photo's Top Ten Photographers in the World) credit David's seminar as the flame that lit a fire under their business. David is RAVED about by photographers across the world. He is a very well-known international speaker (who has spoken at all the major conventions), and often leaves his audience in tears. The number of photographers who have credited him with turning their businesses around are too many to count.

His seminars are small, intimate, and unlike other high-quality seminars, he doesn't charge much at all. Each student will also get one-on-one time with David. When we kept hearing rave after rave from other photographers (including other top international photographers we have spent time with), we decided that we HAD to invite David to Winnipeg. He was gracious enough to accept our invitation. The seminar will be June 9-11 2009.

The info and registration page can be found here:

http://www.davidwilliamsseminars.com/2009Winnipeg.htm

If you are a wedding photographer looking for new inspiration, you won't want to miss this one! Class is limited to 12 students.

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Mexico Part 2

2009-03-26T10:00:00.002-05:00

It had been a while since we had taken time to do a photoshoot of each other... so... Before Mike returned to Winnipeg, I was able to get him to do a mini photo shoot for me. It was a lot of fun, and a great way to cap off another wonderful week! Enjoy!

(Thanks Mike!!!)

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Mexico Part 1

2009-03-26T09:54:00.010-05:00

We were blessed to be able to return to Puerto Vallarta during one of the coldest spikes in Winnipeg... and thoroughly enjoyed connecting with our family (and bathing in the sun)! We love being in Puerto Vallarta, and no trip to PV is complete without a visit to the Botannical Gardens. This time, we had the opportunity to meet Betty (the founder of the Botannical gardens) who, along with her son, have created a beautiful paradise in the mountains. Addie loved Betty's parrots, and we also enjoyed visiting Sayulita (a surfing town 45 minutes away). Here are some of the photos!

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Beverley & Ian - Engagement

2009-03-07T13:26:00.004-06:00

May 9th, its coming up so fast!! Your engagement shoot was probably the most laid back I've ever done... but thats what can happen when we throw the clock away and decide to just hang out for the whole afternoon. You two are some of the most wonderful people we've ever met. I can't wait for the big day.

- Mike

Domenica

2009-02-08T14:06:00.008-06:00

Bands are a lot of fun for us because they are so different from most of the weddings and portraits we do. There is a whole different look, and different emotion to them. You guys kept my assistant laughing with all the funny poses and jokes. You might have corrupted her sweet little soul ;). I'm glad to hear how much you liked the photos, we look forward to next time.

-Mike

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Wedding Show Secrets & An Article Worth Reading!!!

2009-01-23T22:39:00.007-06:00

Last weekend was a TON of fun and we really enjoyed getting to know everyone at the Wedding Show. Many of you told us that you liked our display booths more than every other display you saw at the show... so I figured I'd let you in on a little secret: We couldn't have done it without Geri Zalitach and her design team at Creative Solutions.

Geri specializes in home staging (she's already staged 2 homes beautifully for us and we're hooked)... but she also does corporate and special event staging, on request. I asked her if she'd be interested in doing weddings (since her taste is always first-class), and she said yes. So ladies, if you need high-end, elegant, beautiful, creative staging for your wedding, give her a shout! Her website is http://www.cshomestaging.com/ and her phone # is 284-2205. I will definitely be using her team's design and staging services again next year, at the Wedding Show. Prepared to be wowed... again!

(Oh... and if you were one of the people who asked about our couches, she's the one to contact)

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... On another note, I would like to encourage every bride-to-be to read a fantastic wedding-planning article that can be found here:

http://samanthaaldayphotography.blogspot.com/2008/12/no-regrets.html

The author is Samantha Alday and her insights are invaluable.... No wedding should have regrets afterwards, and the story she shares is very similar to my own experience during & after my wedding. Let me know what your thoughts are!

Have a great day!!!

- Zarah

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Wonderful Wedding Show

2009-01-21T18:23:00.008-06:00

Hi to everyone who paid us a visit this weekend at the Wedding Show. It was so busy and I ended the weekend exhausted, but an excited exhausted. I appreciate all the comments and how you all loved our work, I especially remember the looks on a few faces as jaws dropped to the floor when they turned and first noticed our prints. I look forward to meeting many of you again over the next few months as you plan away for the big day.

- Mike

Lilly's Bridal Album

2009-01-16T20:23:00.000-06:00

It's taken us a while to actually post this in the blog (it's already on our website, LOL)... but here it is!!! It was so much fun spending the day with Lilly in Puerto Vallarta. We literally went all over PV and the surrounding area, exploring secret spots and beautiful beaches and just hanging out. She even introduced us to the best Mexican restaurant there - one which I actually hadn't known about before!... So Lilly, if you're reading this, thanks for being so adventurous. We certainly look forward to seeing you whenever the next opportunity arises :)

The full album can be found here:

http://www.photobiz.com/slideshowbiz/slideshow.cfm?slideshowID=45858&photographerID=6517

- Zarah (and Mike)

Katie & Michael

2009-01-04T13:45:00.006-06:00

What a picture perfect day in paradise! Mike I'm so happy that being dragged out to meet us for some boring engagement photos didn't ruin your last day of vacation but turned out to be the funnest day of the week. Puerto Vallarta was beautiful, the weather was perfect (although anything beats Winnipeg in January) and it was fun watching you laugh as the waves swept your fiance away. I can't wait to do it all over again in June. Love you guys!

- Mike

Angela's Bun in the Oven

2008-12-22T23:15:00.002-06:00

Wow that was a beautiful morning. You did so well in front of the camera, your husband's going to be delighted with these photos. Hope he doesn't find this before Christmas... and I hope to see you again with the new born :)

-Mike & Zarah

Lauren & Sam's Wedding Album

2008-12-22T13:57:00.002-06:00

This one has been a long time in the making... and we are excited to have this album in our hands for the upcoming Wonderful Wedding Show (Jan.16-18 2009)! Here it is:

http://www.photobiz.com/slideshowbiz/slideshow.cfm?slideshowID=43394&photographerID=6517

Chris & Jodi's Wedding Album

2008-12-22T13:48:00.002-06:00

Here it is!!! We had lots of fun at this wedding... and the album is finally here! Check out the link below to view the finished product:

http://www.photobiz.com/slideshowbiz/slideshow.cfm?slideshowID=43392&photographerID=6517

Mark & Lori's Engagement Photos

2008-12-21T14:51:00.000-06:00

We were really privileged to have this beautiful couple drive in all the way from Brandon, especially on such a snow-filled day! With coffee & exploring at the Forks, a quick shot near the Waterfront, and fun in the studio, we had a great time and captured some wonderful memories. Mark and Lori, we can't wait for you wedding day!

- Mike

Rick & Michelle

2008-12-19T23:05:00.000-06:00

It was fun to have you in our new studio. I had a lot of fun with you and you did great! I can't wait for the big day when we get to explore the outdoors in some beautiful summer weather. Have a Merry Christmas!!

-Zarah

Toni & Oral's Wedding Album

2008-11-16T14:04:00.003-06:00

Hi guys, your album is finished and I expect you'll be as excited about it as we are. I can't wait to see the finished product!

View It Here

-Mike

Perry Family

2008-11-03T15:48:00.006-06:00

Hope you are having a great time visiting all your family is Saskatchewan. You can thank them for these photos of you and your cute little son. Babies are so much fun (except at 3 AM but that gets better). Thankfully ours was so good and added to the fun of the morning. Talk to you when you get home and we'll go through the rest. We got many more really cute ones!!

-Mike

Dallas

2008-11-03T14:59:00.003-06:00

Along with a much-needed vacation, we really enjoyed working with the Sallee's (award-winning US/international photographers) in Dallas last week... and we learned so much! The Sallee's have done a lot of work with textures & designs, and so we had a lot of fun turning beautiful pictures into works of art. Here are a few of many, many photos... enjoy!

- Zarah & Mike

Jodi & Chris

2008-11-02T00:15:00.005-05:00

Wow you guys had a big wedding party!! I've never seen the wedding party spread out all the way across the front of a church. That being said there were a lot of jokers that kept it fun and it make the photography easy when everyone is laughing all the time. Y'all did great.

Love
-Mike

Manjit & Carey-Anne

2008-10-20T19:57:00.004-05:00

What a big and long wedding. Two days is enough for anyone. It also meant lots of great photos and lots of fun. This made for a big album, enjoy it!! I can't wait to see it in print.

Click Here to View the Album
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-Mike

Venice with Yervant

2008-10-20T12:21:00.002-05:00

I've just returned from an amazing week in Venice. I had the opportunity to work with one of the best wedding photographers in the world and my head is still spinning at how much I've learned and I can't wait to put all to practice back at home. We did a lot of photography and a lot of photoshop work, that and getting to toddle around Venice all week... its a hard life ;). Here are just a few of the dozens and dozens of amazing photos I got. I can't wait to put together the 'Venice Album' for showcasing.

-Mike

Joanne & Family

2008-10-19T23:57:00.002-05:00

What a beautiful morning and a beautiful family. I'm sure those four can be a big handful but there is also so much love and joy in your family. I really enjoyed the time in the backyard and watching the kids be themselves and have fun. Enjoy the photos!!

-Mike

Knoxley Family Photos

2008-10-13T16:00:00.005-05:00

After running into Michelle in the mall a few months ago, I was thrilled to get an email from her, asking about family photos... so we set a date, packed up the studio equipment, and headed out to her family's lovely home. Michelle, your family is wonderful, and I wish you all the best! Thanks for letting me take part in such a special time of your life!

- Zarah

Arbor Live!

2008-10-06T22:48:00.004-05:00

Wow, what a long, challenging, and really fun job. I was doing the photography for the reality TV show Arbor Live. Arbor Live is a TV show about these bands that have made vs these bands that are trying to make it. Look for it on APTN in the new year. We had 7 days straight of shooting, usually well past midnight (rock stars live on a different clock than everyone else). I got meet some really cool people and get some great shots. It was an awesome change of pace, at least after I had a day or two to catch up on sleep. I look forward to season 2.

-Mike

Krystal & Mike

2008-10-03T23:00:00.004-05:00

Both of you were great in front of the camera. I know you said you were a bit nervous but you both looked so natural. The dog did great as well. I'm always a little concerned when people want to bring in their pets because there is so much that can go wrong... but Ben couldn't have been better. I was thinking about the wedding at the Fort, I might need to find some old hats and muskets for props, what do you think?

-Mike

Anna & Cody

2008-10-03T22:41:00.002-05:00

Anna, you and your whole family are so gorgeous and easy to photograph. Having such an amazing look in front of the camera makes it so easy. Congrats on your engagement. Your wedding will be amazing.

-Mike

Kyla & Ian

2008-09-27T22:27:00.001-05:00

A big thanks to Kyla and Ian, for such a fun engagement & family photo session! We really enjoyed shooting at Bird's Hill Park, and had a lot of fun getting to know them. Their little girl was a real cutie, and very well behaved!

-Zarah
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Susie & Friends

2008-09-25T23:14:00.000-05:00

Susie, you and your friends we a lot of fun. Need I saw more? K maybe I will... get these photos all over you Facebook and get everyone at Miles Mac wanting a High School Grad Session.

-Mike

2008-09-22T11:05:00.000-05:00

Its nice working with family, takes some of the pressure off. We loved our morning with the family and like had lots of fun. Lets make that dinner work soon. Love you

-Mike & Zarah

Lacie & Dale

2008-09-22T10:44:00.001-05:00

I'm so excited for you Lacie, always a Bridesmaid and soon to be a bride. You've got so many iou's from all your friends weddings that yours should be a piece of cake. Congrats, you'd better finalize your wedding ASAP! We are booking up fast for next summer so hurry up!

Natasha & Peter

2008-09-21T10:54:00.000-05:00

Natasha, I've known you a a long time and it is so good to see how you've grown and the happy loving family that you've created. Jeremiah is growing up, and Cloe is so cute. It'll be so fun watching her and Addie growing up together. Bless you and your family! We love you.

-Mike & Zarah

Shelley, Darcy & Brook

2008-09-20T11:30:00.000-05:00

What a cutie Brook is. I'm glad for our parenting experience that taught us how to completely sell yourself for a smile. I wish I had a video of Zarah going crazy to make her laugh. I think it paid off though, we got some fun images. Enjoy!

-Mike