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What to expect In this blog post I interview contemporary dancer and choreographer Shion Skye Carter “Shion’s artistic practice is an extension of their Asian-diasporic lens and queerness, investigating identity and reflecting on the complexities of the human experience.” TL/Dr Shion Skye Carter explores sensuality, embodiment, and what it was like to be in front…
“I saw myself as artwork.” ~sara. Meet Sara, a 42 year old mother, yoga and nature lover, and Lobular breast cancer survivor. This is her story. Sara can you please introduce yourself? I am 42 years old and a solo mother to a 16-year-old. My passions are yoga, fitness and nature. I’m an avid hiker…
Embracing Alopecia with a photoshoot Meet the incredible Ms.M! This gorgeous human has a condition called alopecia where her immune system attacks her hair follicles and as a result she is bald. Don’t feel bad for her though. She is proud of her beautiful bald black head and is even more proud to show off…
The Origins of BloomingBodies: Vancouver Boudoir and Portrait Photographer Guest Writer and Artist: Kendra Schellenberg I shot the lovely Kendra in my studio for an Intimate Portrait Boudoir Session in my Vancouver boudoir studio and upon her hiring me, she shared an artistic idea that she wanted to create. But, she needed images of herself…
Kaitlyn’s Story: Vancouver Boudoir Photographer Friends, meet the lovely Kaitlyn! This photo shoot was a wonderful experience seeing beautiful Kaitlyn recognizing her own beauty and magic (her words) – which is exactly why I do this. While my goal is to empower you, I get so inspired by these empowering moments capturing you and your…
Celebrating Ageing With A Vancouver Portrait Photographer We’re celebrating women here on the blog including the lovely Marcella! She and the others are women who have said yes to themselves! Those who are 40 years and older and who are embracing and celebrating ageing with me, Michele, a Vancouver Portrait Photographer. If you’re fabulous beyond…
A brother and sister band branding session in North Vancouver
Personal Branding Photography Vancouver, with Big Cat Creative Personal branding photography Vancouver — Now more than ever, personal branding photography is so important. People want to meet the maker and get to know the heart and personality behind a brand. This helps them decide if that is where they want to invest their cash! This…
Vancouver Editorial Photographer Starting 2018 off with IMPACT! Though I usually shoot Weddings and Families, I will never turn away from telling someone’s story through photos so when Scott Salling called me up to help create images for his new website I was excited for a different kind of shoot. Scott is a Fitness Trainer…
Vancouver Editorial Photographer: Burnaby Heights Commercials shoots only make up a small part of my business that is mostly wedding photography and family lifestyle sessions. But, that’s not to say I don’t love them just as much. In fact, this assignment was a blast. The Heights Merchants Association, in Burnaby Heights, reached out to see if…
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I’m Michele Mateus, award-winning fine art photographer based in Vancouver, BC, specializing in editorial portraits for everyday people. I work with clients throughout Metro Vancouver and the Fraser Valley who are drawn to imagery that explores what lies beneath the surface, work that prioritizes depth, artistry, and authenticity over perfection. Ready to create something meaningful? Let’s connect!
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