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    Hey friends! I'm Marie :) A photographer and storyteller specializing in engagements, weddings and portraits. I'm passionate about living every day to the fullest, having fun and capturing real, beautiful moments you will cherish forever. Currently residing in Vancouver, BC.

    Learn more about me here, check out my pricing here and contact me 104,101,114,101ereh! Can't wait to meet you <3

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Hi friends! It’s time for my annual VALENTINE’S DAY GIVEAWAY!! The one time a year I give away a FREE portrait session! This giveaway isn’t just for couples in love, it’s for everyone! This photo shoot could be personal branding photos for yourself, a family session, a bridal shoot, a best friends shoot, whatever you want. The winner will receive a free portrait session by me! I am  giving away 1 full, FREE session this year with some fun bonuses! The Grand Prize Winner will receive:

  • 1 full portrait session of any kind (which usually lasts about 1.5-2 hours)
  • 150-200 high-res edited images
  • 1 50% off a session to give to a friend!

2 more winners will receive:

  • 50% off a portrait session of their choice!
  • OR 1 free photography mentor session from me

These winners will have a choice between a 50% off portrait session or, if you happen to be interested in learning photography yourself, I am giving away 1 free mentor session as well! It will be a 2hr online coaching call. You can learn more about my mentoring HERE. I am so excited about this and I hope you are too! There is nothing like the month of love to spark some generosity. <3

How To Enter:

This year the giveaway will be entirely on my Instagram: @marieskerlphoto HERE

The rules are as follows:

  • 1. Follow @marieskerlphoto
  • 2. Like the Valentine’s Day Giveaway reel 
  • 3. Tag a friend to the reel who you think would love a free photo shoot! Each tag is a separate entry. The more friends you tag, the more chances you have of winning! 😀

BONUS ENTRIES:

  • 4. Share the post on your Instagram story! Be sure to tag @marieskerlphoto in your stories.
  • 5. Do a good deed and share it to your story using the hashtags: #marieskerlvday2024 and #gooddeedfortheday. This is worth 5 entries!  I really want to encourage others to spread the love and I believe we can all do that in small ways. Make someone smile. You might buy the person behind you in line their coffee order, make a surprise dinner for a friend, leave someone a note of encouragement, mail a care package to someone, buy me dark chocolate…wait what!? Haha! Just kidding, but not really because 5 years ago someone actually did mail me dark chocolate and it was amazing. Thank you Amie. Text me for my new address if you need it: 801 717 7357 haha! Do these good deeds everyday for the most possible entry points.

The more entries you make, the more likely you are to win. Let’s spread the love this Valentine’s season! The winner of the contest will be picked randomly using commentpicker on February 15. Entries will end at midnight on February 14th, Valentine’s Day!

Because no post can be without photos, I have included a selection of some sweet, cute, joyful and romantic photos I took this past year.

Good luck beautiful people!! Enter away.

Always Love, Marie  

 

***Update: The Grand Prize Winner was announced on Instagram on February 15th: Congratulations Allison Gulbranson!!! 

***Secondary Winners were: Michelle Vandelden & Steff Montehermoso – Woo! Congratulations everyone!!

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After having our beautiful forest wedding reception in Hobble Creek Canyon, Utah we wanted our friends to experience as much of Utah as possible that weekend. So, we had booked two big Airbnb’s in Hurricane, Utah (near Zion National Park) for us all. We drove 3 hours down to the red rocks and sunshine the following day and had a blast!

On our last morning Gavin and I met up with our amazing photographer; Colby and did a sunrise adventure session with him!

We hiked up in the dark and the sky was full of stars. It wasn’t a long hike and it was fun! We changed into our wedding clothes at the top and got in position for the sun to make it’s appearance. It was a little bit windy up there, but it was absolutely incredible! We are so thankful for that time.

We wanted to have our adventure session here near Angel’s Landing as the day Gavin and I hiked Angel’s Landing in 2019 was also the first time we said “I love you” to each other, awwww I know haha.

We were blown away by these shots!! They are everything we had hoped for. But, clearly sunrise sessions make me a little forgetful because I forgot to bring my bouquet and nice shoes (if you didn’t notice the bare feet yet haha it’s a look). So, Colby graciously offered to take a few more photos of me and my bouquet.

Thank you Colby for making our Zion adventure couples session a dream come true! We couldn’t be happier with the images. I can’t wait to go back and photograph other couples here in Utah soon!! The state really has so much diversity in its landscape and I am looking forward to creating magic in all these places! While it is somewhat scary starting over somewhere new, I know I am where I am meant to be.

Love, Marie

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Hey my friends!

It’s time for my annual VALENTINE’S DAY GIVEAWAY!! The one time a year I give away a FREE portrait session! This giveaway isn’t just for couples in love, it’s for everyone! This photo shoot could be personal branding photos for yourself, a family session, a bridal shoot, a best friends shoot, whatever you want. The winner will receive a free portrait session by me!

I am  giving away 1 full, FREE session this year with some fun bonuses! The Grand Prize Winner will receive:

  • 1 full portrait session of any kind (which usually lasts about 1.5-2 hours)
  • 150-200 high-res edited images
  • 1 50% off a session to give to a friend!

2 more winners will receive:

  • 50% off a portrait session of their choice!
  • OR 1 free photography mentor session from me

These winners will have a choice between a 50% off portrait session or, if you happen to be interested in learning photography yourself, I am giving away 1 free mentor session as well! It will be a 2hr online coaching call. You can learn more about my mentoring HERE. I am so excited about this and I hope you are too! There is nothing like the month of love to spark some generosity. <3

How To Enter:

This year the giveaway will be entirely on my Instagram: @marieskerlphoto HERE

The rules are as follows:

  • 1. Follow @marieskerlphoto 
  • 2. Like the Giveaway post/reel
  • 3. Tag a friend to the post/reel who you think would love a free photo shoot! Each tag is a separate entry.

BONUS ENTRIES:

  • 4. Share the post on your Instagram story!
  • 5. Do a good deed and share it to your story using the hashtags: #marieskerlvday2023 and #gooddeedfortheday. This is worth 5 entries!  I really want to encourage others to spread the love and I believe we can all do that in small ways. Make someone smile. You might buy the person behind you in line their coffee order, make a surprise dinner for a friend, leave someone a note of encouragement, mail a care package to someone, buy me dark chocolate…wait what!? Haha! Just kidding, but not really because 4 years ago someone actually did mail me dark chocolate and it was amazing. Thank you Amie. Text me for my new address if you need it: 801 717 7357 haha! Do these good deeds everyday for the most possible entry points.

The more entries you make, the more likely you are to win. Let’s spread the love this Valentine’s season! The winner of the contest will be picked randomly using commentpicker on February 16. Entries will end at midnight on February 15th, after Valentine’s Day!

Because no post can be without photos, I have included a selection of some sweet, cute, joyful and romantic photos I took this past year.

Good luck wonderful people!! Enter away.

Always Love, Marie

 

***Update: The Grand Prize Winner was announced on Instagram on February 16th: Congratulations Allie Spencer!!! 

***Secondary Winners were: Brittany Haines & Michael Pasche – Woo! Congratulations everyone!!

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Hey friends!

It’s been a long time since I have blogged, but some very exciting things happened in 2022! One big one being that Gavin & I were finally able to celebrate our marriage with a wedding reception in Utah!! We eloped in Iceland in November 2021, but because of covid restrictions our families and friends hadn’t been able to get together until September 2022.

I couldn’t have been more grateful to have my family and friends come from Canada (and California) to celebrate with us. We loved seeing our families meet in person for the first time. Friday night was our reception and the rest of the weekend we spent with friends in the Zion National Park area (more photos from that to come in a following post).

It was a lot of hard work planning the reception from another country, but with Gavin’s mom’s help and all our wonderful vendors and other family members and friends, it came together beautifully. From the maple syrup favours to the custom built arches over the tables to the photobooth bus to the heartfelt speeches and viewing of our Iceland elopement film on a big screen – so much thought went into this evening.

It was an incredible, fun and magical night that we will never forget. <3

Vendors:

Photography: Colby & Jess
Venue: Private property
Catering: Celebrations Utah
Cake: Melody Larsen
Desserts: Jennifer Ottesen
Bartender: Cheers & Swizzles
DJ: Peak Sound Utah
Photobooth: Utah’s Photobooth Bus
Decor & Rentals: Alpine Event Co.
Linens: Susan’s Party Rentals
White Sails: Moonlight Utah
Florals: Shareen Johnson
Maple Syrup Favours: Trillium Ridge Sugarworks
Hair & Makeup: Signature Brides
Wedding Dresses: Pritchett Bridal & David’s Bridal
Bridal Jewellery: Olive & Piper
Groom’s Suit: Men’s Warehouse
Iceland Videographer: Gione Da Silva

 

We were so excited to use these CO2 guns for the dance party! It was our DJ’s idea – Jeff you are THE best!!

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Hey my beautiful friends!

Guess what!? It’s that time of year and you know I can’t break a tradition. It’s time for my annual VALENTINE’S DAY GIVEAWAY!! The one time a year I give away a FREE portrait session! This giveaway isn’t just for couples in love, it’s for everyone! This photo shoot could be personal branding photos for yourself, a family session, a boudoir session, a best friends shoot, whatever you want. The winner will receive a free portrait session by me! 😀

I am  giving away 1 full, FREE session this year with some fun bonuses! The Grand Prize Winner will receive:

  • 1 full portrait session of any kind (which usually lasts about 1.5-2 hours)
  • 150-200 high-res edited images
  • 1 8×10 framed print of your fave photo
  • 1 50% off a session to give to a friend!

2 more winners will receive:

  • 50% off a portrait session of their choice!
  • OR 1 free photography mentor session from me 🙂

These winners will have a choice between a 50% off portrait session or, if you happen to be interested in learning photography yourself, I am giving away 1 free mentor session as well! It will be a 2hr online coaching call. You can learn more about my mentoring HERE. I am so excited about this and I hope you are too! There is nothing like the month of love to spark some generosity. After the couple years we all have just had, I think we all could use some lifting of spirits! <3

How To Enter:

At the bottom of this post you will find a box with ways to enter the Valentine’s Day Giveaway.

Each type of entry has a number value. You can pin an image on this post to Pinterest, share it on Facebook or share it on Instagram once a day and get multiple entries from doing so. Remember to use the hashtag: #marieskerlvday2022 and tag @marieskerlphoto when you are posting so I see you. Make sure to follow my instagram for contest updates as well!

Six years ago I added a new form of entry; “Do a Good Deed.” Because of the success of that we are doing it again and it’s worth the most entries by far (5 per day). I really want people to take the time to do something special for someone else. Let’s spread the love this Valentine’s season! Make someone smile. You might buy the person behind you in line their coffee order, make a surprise dinner for a friend, leave someone a note of encouragement, buy me dark chocolate…wait what!? Haha just kidding, but not really because 3 years ago someone actually did mail me dark chocolate and it was amazing. Thank you Amie. Text me for my new address if you need it: 801 717 7357 haha! Do these good deeds everyday for the most possible entry points.

The more entries you make, the more likely you are to win. The winner of the contest will be picked randomly using Rafflecopter on February 15. Entries will end at midnight on February 14th, Valentine’s Day!

Because no post can be without photos, I have included a selection of some funny, cute, joyful and romantic photos taken this past year.

Good luck you wonderful people!! Enter away.

Always Love, Marie

 

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  • Rebecca - I am loving feeling every movement of my growing baby, my husband, my puppy, family and friends, and this sunshine!ReplyCancel

    • marie - Aww yay! So exciting! All the new and wonderful things <3 <3ReplyCancel

  • Alecia - Sooooo excited!ReplyCancel

  • Janelle Tarnow - You’re amazing! ❤️❤️ReplyCancel

  • Bonnie - Speaking of dark chocolate , I’ve been indulging in popcorn with dark chocolate drizzled on top 🤤ReplyCancel

  • Jackie - I’m loving on Princess Kate right now as she works
    With charities and program focusing on addiction,
    Mental health and early childhood education.
    She will be a great queen one day, love her!ReplyCancel

  • Gavin - This is so great babes! 🙂ReplyCancel

  • Courtney - Yay so excited!ReplyCancel

  • Eileen - It was such an amazing time getting a session done by Marie. We had a blast, as well as we were all in awe!, going up the mountain in the helicopter. Every time I see someone needing a photographer on facebook or talk to someone in person who is looking, I always recommend Marie 🙂ReplyCancel

    • marie - Aww Eileen! You are so wonderful!! 🙂 Thanks so much for always recommending me!ReplyCancel

  • Ingrid - I’m loving on the goodness of Jesus always and forever.ReplyCancel

  • Michelle L - I am loving all the valentines chocolates and sweets my fiancé has been treating me. Can’t wait to marry this guy and our dream wedding🥰ReplyCancel

  • Lindsay - I am loving this sunshine and the promise of Spring!ReplyCancel

  • Anna - I love that you love, love!ReplyCancel

  • Delaina DeRaadt - This is so exciting, thanks so much for the opportunity to enter this amazing giveaway!! Your photography is SO stunning, Marie!! 😊 some of my favorite things right now includes reading (Start With Why – Simon Sinek & The Dream Giver – Bruce Wilkinson), writing, mentorship and fellowship with some of the most incredible people!! It’s been so incredible meeting you!!ReplyCancel

  • Kayla - Happy Valentine’s Day!!!ReplyCancel

  • Tiffany - I am loving that we had a weekend full of sunshine and that it is staying light later in the evening. I am so ready for Spring!!!ReplyCancel

  • Olivia - I am loving the SUNSHINE lately! And the fact I am almost done school. 🙂ReplyCancel

  • Cassidy Mahler - I am loving all that Jesus is teaching me in this season, and the hope he gives!!ReplyCancel

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