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This year for Christmas, we chose Presence over Presents. Choosing Presence over Presents meant slowing down, honoring memory, and focusing on connection instead of things. Not because we don’t love giving.Not because we don’t appreciate beautiful things.But because this year asked something different of us. It was a year of firsts — beautiful and bittersweet […]
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A true labour of love, my Mom’s shortbread Some traditions are loud. Big tables. Full houses. Laughter that spills into the next room.And some traditions are quiet—careful, measured, held together by memory and love. Grandma Rachel’s shortbread cookies are one of those quiet Christmas traditions. That alone might not sound remarkable—until you know this: my […]
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“I want to wait until I lose 20 lbs.” I hear this more than you think. And I get it — because when it’s my turn in front of the camera, I’ve had the same thoughts. The quiet self-talk that sounds like, “I knew this was coming… why didn’t I do better?” The internal list […]
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Being photographed with loved ones helps us preserve our stories in deeply meaningful ways, yet it’s often something we delay, believing we have more time than we do. Time is fleeting. We often move through life believing there will always be another chance — another season, another gathering, another “someday” to capture the moments that […]
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Branding Photography Alberta should never feel staged, stiff, or fake—especially for rural and equine women entrepreneurs. If You Hate Having Your Photo Taken, You’re Exactly Who I Photograph Let’s be honest: most rural and equine business owners don’t dream of being in front of a camera. You’d rather be mucking out stalls in yesterday’s jeans, […]
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Alberta Sales Horse Photography Specialist Talks Truth When it comes to selling a horse, the first impression often comes via images. Buyers will scroll past dozens of listings in seconds — but a standout photo can stop them and spark curiosity. As your Alberta sales horse photography specialist, I believe that well-crafted images are one […]
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More Than Just a Portrait – It’s Your Legacy Your grad year is filled with incredible moments—your final game, your last concert, the friendships that have shaped you, and the dreams that are about to take flight. It’s a once-in-a-lifetime milestone, and your grad portraits should be more than just pictures; they should be a […]
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Graduation is a moment worth celebrating, and planning your grad photography session should be exciting, not overwhelming. At Carla Lehman Photography, I make the process seamless and fun, so you can enjoy every step of the journey. Here’s what to expect when you plan your grad session with me, from the initial consultation to the […]
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Brooke and Preston, best friends Some relationships are so deep, so genuine, that they’re hard to put into words. Brooke and her horse, Preston, share a connection like that. When Brooke reached out to book a session, she had a clear vision in mind: family photos at her home near Camrose, Alberta, sweet moments with […]
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In Bruderheim, Alberta, Xpressions Dance Club empowers dancers by providing a space where they can grow, build confidence, and learn discipline. This inspiring studio was founded by Sherri and her two daughters, Clarissa and Raquel. Together, they bring a family-centered approach to dance training, emphasizing both artistry and personal growth. Family Values Drive Xpressions Dance […]
Located just outside of Edmonton, Alberta and serving Camrose, Tofield, Sherwood Park, Red Deer, the Rockies and beyond, Carla Lehman Photography is a nationally accredited professional photographer providing full-service luxury photography for portraits, personal brands and entrepreneurs, equine and pet lovers.
Carla Lehman Photographer is a premiere provider of graduation and senior portraits and a top personal branding visual photographer in Alberta.
