Forte Studios Photography

08/31/2026

Less than a year until Victor and Jessica tie the knot… and I’m so excited 🥹. If we can have a summer shoot while the mosquitoes are rabid and still have fun, we can do anything 😅🫶

08/30/2026

I don’t think it’s any secret that I’m pretty passionate about mentorship. I just really wholeheartedly believe that anyone can be successful at a creative career, making art, doing what they love. Even if they don’t know where to start or if they live in Edmonton, Alberta 😅.

A lot of my drive is just remembering how this journey started for me and where I’m now and aggressively wanting to give others the tools to do the same. To build confidence, to find their creative style, to just have fun with it. I posted some previews from the beautiful wedding I captured yesterday and I had some great conversations in my messages about what I did to achieve those images, so here it is!

I shoot with Nikon Z7ii bodies - full frame mirrorless cameras with powerful eye tracking technology. You are not your gear, but every camera has its limitations with certain lighting so that’s important to note!

My precious… bouncing flash. I started doing this only about two years ago and every event or session I do I continue to refine it and play around. Reasons why I love bouncing flash:

1. With your power up on your flash, you can bounce off of most ceilings. I used to think if the ceiling wasn’t white I was hooped. Turns out, I can manage anyway! Most events and weddings I can do this and achieve the same effect.
2. It’s not super bright for your subject (like direct flash is)
3. It evenly lights the subject and surrounding area. I just really ✨love the look of it✨

I could go on and on about shutter and motion blur. 2026 for me has truly been the year of playing around with shutter. I always tell my mentees that shutter speed is like an eye blinking. The faster it blinks, the better it captures motion without blur but the less light it lets in. The slower, more light but more blur. The speed of your shutter and who’s moving, who’s not, how much light there is, is all something no to play around with! It’s so fun, trust me!

I only use this lens for events and weddings, but wow is it my favorite. The farther from the subject and closer you ‘zoom in’ the more depth there is between the subject and the background (hence the crispiness). An aperture of 2.8 with this bad boy

08/30/2026

29.08.2026 - a magical day with Katie, Paul and all their favourite people. I know it’s said a lot, but weddings are about stories. Little moments throughout the day that let you into the couples world. Photos with their fur baby Olive, Katie’s white boots, photos of Katie’s horse, Octane. I have had the pleasure of knowing Katie for nearly 8 years, and I was so lucky to be there when her and Paul tied the knot. Thank you ✨💖

Second shooter: Holly
Venue: The Whitewood Barn -Estate Wedding & Special Events Venue
Hair and Makeup: Blush Artistry
DJ: Nyquest Entertainment LTD.
Flowers: Corinthia Flowers

08/27/2026

Sent out the final photos to the Kennedys this afternoon 💎🦋☮️

I have lots of favorites to share, but for now I’ll leave this one here.

In other news, I can take on one more 2027 wedding and then I’m closing my books ✨🫶. Thank you! The last couple of years have been busier than ever with weddings and it truly is such an honour to be by your side on such a big day of your lives.

08/24/2026

08/23/2026

A few sneak peeks celebrating S + R as they welcome a new little soul into their family. What a blessing to have such a close knit crew to love on the new baby ✨💖

08/23/2026

The countdown is on for these two - 365 days and some change until we celebrate them!! Sam is an old friend from our early twenties, needless to say it’s pretty cool to reconnect and see the path our lives have taken and the amazing partner she ended up with! What better place than a favorite date night spot - thank you for having us, Campio Brewing Co.! Much appreciate being allowed to frolic around the building 🍻☀️

08/17/2026

Some stills from spring, second shooting for Alberta Wedding Photographer, this set edited by me.

Venue: Sparrow Lane Weddings + Events

08/14/2026

Family shoot concept by Aesthetic Edit - if you’re not already following her, make sure to do so! She has an incredible eye for beauty and creative shoots. Can’t wait to see what you do next, Nancy 💖