07/25/2026
Katt Panic and I go way back, so when she reached out to ask if I was available to photograph her little sister Mackenzie's graduation, I was beyond honored. Being trusted to capture such an important milestone is something I never take for granted.
We chose Indian Battle Park for the session, and it couldn't have been a more beautiful evening. The landscape was lush, the skies were calm, and there wasn't a breath of wind. The only downside? The mosquitoes were absolutely relentless. We all came prepared, practically bathing in mosquito spray. Fun fact: 30% DEET lasts about an hour with mosquitoes this bad, and we were reapplying closer to every 20 minutes just to keep them at bay.
Katt's grandpa also shared a tip from the farming community that I'd never heard before. Instead of using After Bite, they use men's deodorant on mosquito bites. I'll admit I was skeptical, but I gave it a try. For the larger, itchier bites, it actually seemed to work surprisingly well. Whether you try it or not, I thought it was worth sharing!
Now, back to the real reason we were there. Mackenzie absolutely looked stunning. She wore her graduation dress with so much confidence and grace, and it was easy to see how excited she was for this next chapter in her life. Graduation is such a meaningful milestone, and it was an honor to help preserve these memories for her and her family.
Congratulations again, Mackenzie! I hope your future is filled with amazing adventures and success.
If you're looking for a photographer to capture your graduation, family, couples, or milestone moments in and around Lethbridge, I'd love to help you tell your story.