1950's Love Shoot at the Calgary Stampede

August 12th, 2011

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As a native Calgarian, I’ve been to the Calgary Stampede many a time. Year after year, a lot of things remain the same, right? The rodeo, the grandstand show and fireworks every night, a colorful display of city folk decked out in Cowboy hats, corn dogs and of course, mini-donuts. Don’t get me wrong, this is all what makes the Stampede great. This year was a little different though. First of all we had some Royal visitors and secondly, Kristin & Jon put away their boots & hats and embraced the 1950’s for a love shoot on the midway. I had such a fun evening documenting them while they took in the Stampede sights. I love it when couples put a personal stamp on their session. It leads to so much more than pretty pictures.

Thanks to this lovely lady who saw us shooting and ran out with a candy apple for Kristin and Jon. Sweet!

ntu

10 Comments on 1950's Love Shoot at the Calgary Stampede

  1. Randi on August 12th, 2011 at 12:23 PM wrote:

    Okay, I know I say this all the time but this shoot might REALLY be my favorite. The 50's style, the colors, the lights ... it's absolutely fantastic.

  2. Tara on August 12th, 2011 at 12:32 PM wrote:

    Thanks Rand. You know me, anything vintage and I'm there.

  3. Linda on August 12th, 2011 at 12:54 PM wrote:

    Ya I have to agree with Randi! Love the whole shoot! The bright colors and everything just makes you feel like you're there smelling the cotton candy. And could she be any cuter?!

  4. Bonnie on August 12th, 2011 at 03:10 PM wrote:

    So pretty & fun!! Just a gorgeous explosion of color. A job well done, Tara!

  5. Erin on August 12th, 2011 at 05:04 PM wrote:

    wow i love this, the colors are so awesome! :)

  6. Kennedy on August 13th, 2011 at 12:26 PM wrote:

    Definitely one of my favorite shoots... gotta love that bow tie!

  7. Norm Ellen on August 15th, 2011 at 02:45 PM wrote:

    I'm always amazed and intrigued by your photos. Great work.

  8. Joyce on August 18th, 2011 at 08:04 AM wrote:

    Tara, I absolutely love, LOVE, this whole shoot. What an absolutely beautiful couple and amazing work. Great job...did I mention I LOVE it :)

  9. Tara on August 18th, 2011 at 11:53 AM wrote:

    Thanks everybody. It's definitely a favourite of mine too.

  10. Kay on February 21st, 2012 at 03:32 PM wrote:

    Wow, I would never have thought it could be done at the Stampede with all the crowds. But somehow you managed beautifully. You hardly even notice the people around them. And I'm amazed by the shots that it is JUST the two of them. Amazing. Gorgeous shoot.