Skagway, Alaska

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While we were in the Yukon in June, we really wanted to take the boys to see Skagway, Alaska, one of my ultimate favorite places to go as a child and even today.

The drive is like no other…

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The summit and our reliable car that got us up the Alaska Highway back without a single problem (knock on wood)

summit Skagway, Alaska So much beauty.

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Before we went to Skagway, my Grandpa showed us his Yukon Gold (above).

Below, back to Skagway, looking out at the ocean and the huge cruise ships.dock Skagway, Alaska cartersummit Skagway, Alaska (http://twitter NULL.com/RebeccaMckayImg)

Carter at the summit!carter Skagway, Alaska (http://twitter NULL.com/RebeccaMckayImg)wideopenroad Skagway, Alaska waterfall1 Skagway, Alaska I cannot wait to go back.  I love, love, love Skagway and I think my boys do too!

Tagish, Yukon

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lake Tagish, YukonA few more pictures from our trip to Whitehorse in June.  Above, Tyson and Jaxon were going to check out the fish that Jeff caught…..his first lake trout.jefffish Tagish, Yukonjaxsun2 Tagish, YukonJaxon.  Such a muffin.  Pardon the dirty faces…on a serious note though, I do not think their faces were clean once while we were at the cabin. :)jaxsun Tagish, Yukonjax1 Tagish, YukonSuch a serious look.  eagoes Tagish, Yukon2 Eagles that were soaring over head while we were fishing one evening.  It was very significant and special.  I didn’t have my zoom lens on, but I like the way this image turned out, none the less.desert Tagish, YukonTyson and Carter at the Carcross Desert (http://en NULL.wikipedia NULL.org/wiki/Carcross_Desert)(the smallest desert in the world).  carterfishing Tagish, Yukoncarter8 Tagish, Yukoncarter1 Tagish, Yukonbridgefishing Tagish, YukonWe had such an amazing time at the cabin.  So many cherished memories and so many more created with my boys this summer.  <3

The P Girls | Whitehorse Family Photographer

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I met up with the adorable  P girls while I was home in Whitehorse at a park with their Mom.  These girls were so GREAT in front of the camera, you could tell they were used to having their pictures taken.  10 The P Girls | Whitehorse Family Photographer56 The P Girls | Whitehorse Family PhotographerThey are so gorgeous, funny and sweet.  It was so great to get to know them.  I worked with their Mom years ago (my goodness, more years ago than I would like to admit) 44 The P Girls | Whitehorse Family Photographer39 The P Girls | Whitehorse Family Photographer38 The P Girls | Whitehorse Family Photographer29bw The P Girls | Whitehorse Family Photographer26 The P Girls | Whitehorse Family Photographer31bw1 The P Girls | Whitehorse Family PhotographerKelly, thanks again for meeting me at the park and spending the evening with you!  Hopefully I will see you in August sometime!

Cody and her Beautiful Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer

66 Cody and her Beautiful Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerCody and I went through school together and I was so excited and flattered when she asked me to take some pictures of her family.  Her little girl is such an adorable munchkin.  :)  122 Cody and her Beautiful Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer151 Cody and her Beautiful Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer44bw Cody and her Beautiful Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerI love this picture.   Cody is an incredible Mother.  <353 Cody and her Beautiful Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerAnd Cody’s Mom with her first granddaughter.  <327 Cody and her Beautiful Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer101 Cody and her Beautiful Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer282 Cody and her Beautiful Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerCody, thank you again for meeting me for portraits.  It was so great seeing you again after 4 babies (3 of my own lol)!!!  Can’t wait to see you again only next time we must talk about doulas!

FREE 2011 Wedding Package

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I am so pleased to announce my Wedding Package Giveaway!  As a thank you for your support over the past 2 years I would like to give something back.

The Prize:

Complete I DO Package, which includes:

-A custom engagement session, 1 – 2 hours at location of your choice.  Session includes 10 high resolution digital files on disk and an online album to share with friends and family.

-Full day coverage on your wedding day in 2011, pre ceremony, ceremony, formals, reception (up to first dance).

-200 high resolution digital files (of your choice) on disk from the day of your wedding ready to print

100 – 4×6 professional prints

-Online album to share with friends and family

How to Enter:  Become a fan of Rebecca McKay Photography’s facebook fan page, here (http://www NULL.facebook NULL.com/pages/Edmonton-Whitehorse-and-surrounding/Rebecca-McKay-Photography/429807435346?ref=ts).  On the left hand side there is a ‘suggest to friends’ icon.  Simply sugesst Rebecca McKay Photography’s fan page to your friend list, email rebeccamckayphotography@gmail.com and include the following:

1. Your name and your fiance’s name

2. Your 2011 wedding date

3. That you suggested Rebecca McKay Photography to your friends list on facebook.

4. Why you should win an entire Wedding Package from Rebecca McKay Photography!

As soon as Rebecca McKay Photography’s fan page reaches 1000 fans, the winning 2011 Bride and Groom will be announced!

Good Luck and Thank you so much for ALL of your support over the past 2 years!!  xoxoxo

~Rebecca

*If your 2011 wedding is already booked with Rebecca McKay Photography your deposit will be reimbursed if you win

*Winning wedding must be in Edmonton, if outside of Edmonton, travel fees will be the only fee (gas or airline ticket as well as accomodation….Whitehorse does not require accommodation.)

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The B Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer

I was so fortunate to meet the B Family while I was in Whitehorse in June.  They are friends of the W Family who earned a referral bonus for sending them my way!

It did not take long at all for me to see this family is SO full of such happiness and love.

For most of these shots, I put them into a pose, and then magic happened…..

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I LOVE this image…..

81 The B Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerThese pictures were taken just a short walk from their backyard.   After this shoot (and the W Family’s shoot) I was ACHING to move back to the Yukon!20 The B Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer

This image, also makes my heart soar….we were just strolling along and I captured this mother-daughter moment. <322bw The B Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer28 The B Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerI have so many favorites from their album, it was really difficult to choose a few to post.  Here is another one I’m crazy about!411 The B Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerThis one has to be one of my all time favorites, I LOVE it, and would absolutely LOVE to have an image like this of my children with me.
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Thank you to the B Family for spending a brilliant evening with me and thank you to the W Family for sending them my way!  It was such such a pleasure getting to know you and your family.

<3

The W Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer

65 The W Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerI used to work with Teri a few years ago in Whitehorse.  In fact I worked with her when she was pregnant with their son…I cannot believe it has been that long.  When she contacted me to book family portraits while I was home last month, I was thrilled!  I was so excited to meet their children  (and play hide and seek and hot ball …instead of hot potato, lol) .  They are such sweet, caring and adorable children!7bw The W Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer131 The W Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerAre you ready for this?  These pictures were all taken on the green back in their back yard!  Can you believe it?  I want it for my studio,  it is absolutely STUNNING!  141 The W Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer161 The W Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer182 The W Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer45 The W Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerCan you believe they have two children under 10?  They look amazing!!! Teri and Rob, thank you so much for having me over to take your photos!  It was so great to catch up and meet your wonderful children!

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The S Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer

12 The S Family | Whitehorse Family PhotographerWhile I was visiting Whitehorse I met the S family at a local park!  They are so full of joy, warmth and happiness.  It was such a pleasure getting to know them!41 The S Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer64 The S Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer16 The S Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer181 The S Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer22 The S Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer26bw The S Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer30bw The S Family | Whitehorse Family Photographer

Fun in the Evening Sun | Whitehorse Children Photographer

I met with these two gorgeous girls on a warm evening while I was visiting Whitehorse.  Between a fun game of hide and seek I captured these beautiful girls….21 Fun in the Evening Sun | Whitehorse Children Photographer5bw Fun in the Evening Sun | Whitehorse Children Photographer63 Fun in the Evening Sun | Whitehorse Children Photographer71 Fun in the Evening Sun | Whitehorse Children Photographer111 Fun in the Evening Sun | Whitehorse Children Photographer12bw Fun in the Evening Sun | Whitehorse Children Photographer14 Fun in the Evening Sun | Whitehorse Children Photographer17BW Fun in the Evening Sun | Whitehorse Children Photographer

Whitehorse with my Boys

2boys Whitehorse with my BoysA few pictures of my boys on a hike we went on while we were in Whitehorse.  This is a hill right beside my Mom’s house in Riverdale.  The boys were so excited that we could go on a hike right in Grandma’s backyard.  The above picture is so funny; Tyson and Carter were so excited that we made it to the top and Jax….hahahah….he just looks dumbfounded (“another picture, Mom?”), either that or Carter’s arm is really tight around his neck.  LOL.flowers Whitehorse with my BoysSuch beauty everywhere you look in Whitehorse.  These are the clay cliffs and in the distance, Grey Mountain.hills Whitehorse with my BoysMy boys doing their hip hop moves…hiphop Whitehorse with my BoysMy precious Tyson….Tyson Whitehorse with my Boys