Smoky Sunsets: Sofia’s Candle Lake Grad Photos
I’ve known Sofia’s mom my whole life. She’s my cousin and my best friend. I call Sof my niece – technically she’s not, but that doesn’t matter. I was never more excited for a kid to be born, and I’m so excited for her now. She’s smart, hilarious, loves music and karate, and has grown into one of the coolest humans I know. Now, in the College of Engineering at the University of Saskatchewan, she’s chasing big dreams. I can’t wait to see her make them happen!
I’ve been wanting to do Candle Lake grad photos FOREVER. I’ve been going to Candle Lake literally since before I was born. It’s such a special place to me. Sofia’s family has always had a cabin there too. So when they reached out about grad photos, it was a no-brainer: I knew we had to do them at the lake.
The weather that evening was wild – a scorcher of a day that hit 35 degrees, with thick forest fire smoke hanging in the air. Rescheduling wasn’t an option, so we went for it. I’m so glad we did. We started off the session at Fisher Creek, where the sunlight filtered through the forest trees and smoky haze, creating the kind of dreamy glow you can’t plan for. Then we headed to Waskateena Beach, where her mom and I and our siblings spent countless childhood summer days playing on the beach. And if that wasn’t enough to make the session perfect, Sofia surprised me (and surprised her mom even more, haha) by saying she wanted photos in the water.
Sof, it was an absolute delight to spend this evening hanging out with you. You’ve grown up into such an incredible young adult and I’m so proud to be your aunt/second cousin once removed/whatever the heck I am. I can’t wait to see all the amazing things your future holds!
Candle Lake grad photos by Copperblue Photography and Design. Saskatoon graduation photographer serving the Saskatoon, Prince Albert, Rosetown, Outlook and Humboldt areas. Click here for grad session information!
Loving the light on the lake and her dress is so pretty
Thank you Alli! I love how it all came together!
gorgeous, her dress reminds me of Cinderella! looks like a beautiful location
Definitely!! Thank you Michelle!
Oh my goodness! I love these! That lake is a gorgeous spot for pictures!
Thanks so much Mandi! It’s one of my favourite places, I was so excited to do these there!