Introducing the first in a new series of profiles of the various people with whom I’ve had the pleasure of working in my career to date including clients, colleagues, fellow industry professionals and people I like and admire.

Cynthia Roney

Cynthia Roney and I have been working together for a couple of months and to sum it up, we were destined to meet!  We were brilliantly matched via the Women’s Enterprise Centre Peer Mentoring Program and so far Cynthia has helped me make a significant difference in my business development.  Already, positive shifts are happening for me as I’ve begun to run my business in a way that propels it forward with weekly business activities and strategies for generating exactly the kind of work and clients that I love.

We did some lovely business portraits of her recently at her home in Kerrisdale. Angela Victory of Visible Beauty designed her hair and makeup, enhancing her natural, sun-kissed beauty while at the same time maintaining her always professional and approachable look.  Cynthia was very at ease with me  -  which you can see from a couple of my favourites shown below!

I’m so pleased and grateful to learn that her new portraits are getting rave reviews from several of her over 2,000 contacts and that some new business may come my way!  Thank you Cynthia for all your help and I look forward to our continued relationship!

More about Cynthia from our recent interview after the jump…

Tell me a bit about yourself…about you, your business and/or what you like to do with your time.

I’m an Executive Business Coach and former biotech CEO and I absolutely love what I’m doing now as a business coach.  I work with a tremendous group of business owners and executives, especially women, helping them to take their business or career to the next level. I’m able to share my experience, training and passion to help others succeed.  It’s been quite a journey and I wouldn’t change a thing!  The name of my company Executive Passage captures the essence of what I firmly believe, that success is a journey, not a destination and we can all use some help along the way.

What did you like best about working with Linda and how have your photos benefited you?

Linda brilliantly captured the real ME in her photographs.  She integrated my business coaching photos into my personal life by taking a series of relaxed yet professional photographs at my home in the sunshine.  It was a heavenly day and I thoroughly enjoyed the entire experience.  I adore working with Linda as both her coach and as her client and I was thrilled with the results.  Thank you Linda for taking care of all the details and making me look and feel so good!

If you could pick one favourite shot Linda took of you/for you, which one would it be and why?

I love so many of Linda’s photo’s that it’s difficult to pick one.  If I had to choose, I’d pick the series on the front steps of my home in my dark suit and white top (can’t resist the corporate look).  This series of photos appeals to me because they truly capture an executive woman, seasoned but not hardened by her journey, and ready to continue her path up another flight of stairs.

What is your philosophy or approach to life?

My philosophy has always been about the journey not the destination.  I’m also a strong believer in dreaming big and aiming high—if you don’t who will….and why not aim high?!

What’s new in your life? What’s next for you?

I’ve completed my first year in business since leaving the corporate world and my work as an Executive Business coach is incredibly inspiring.  In addition to coaching my clients, I’m actively involved with a number of organizations including the YWCA Women of Distinction Awards, the Kitsilano Chamber of Commerce Westside Business Awards, the Canadian Board Diversity Council ‘Get on Board’ workshops designed to help more women become ‘board-ready’, the Women’s Enterprise Centre Peer Mentoring and Taking the Stage programs, and the Women’s Executive Network Wisdom mentoring where I am a facilitator.  I’m also looking forward to celebrating my 25th wedding anniversary with my husband Michael and our 3 children Connor, Brandon and Taylor.  I’m blessed!

There was a great turn-out with lots of transit-lovers, tasty food and fun games and prizes. Check out a few of the photos!

I’d photographed Erin before except this time she was especially glowing after coming home from a very interesting and joyous holiday in the sun. Thank you Erin for your trust, patience and gracious beauty!

A special thanks to the creative team -  Zabrina Matiru for her ever-beautiful makeup and hair styling and Deanna Palkowski of Liz Bell Agency for pulling together some truly unique pieces for Erin to shine in.

Thank you Sugar Studios Owner Gina Hole and Studio Manager Christina Culver for such a great experience and for making us feel so at home…we’ll definitely be back!

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One of my valued clients and Vancouver realtor extraordinaire, Susan Schirk will plan, promote & execute your garage sale for you with the understanding that a portion of your garage sales’ proceeds be donated to S.A.I.N.T.S. Animal Rescue Organization.

If you live in the Vancouver Metro Core or surrounding areas you are eligible to enter Susan’s Garage Sale “Lottery” and win the chance to Spring Clean your home while donating to an amazing animal organization!
S.A.I.N.T.S.  Garage Sale May 1st or 2nd  (winners choice of date)
Lottery Draw Date:  April 15th

Susan Schirk of Macdonald Realty will sponsor and help arrange your garage sale with the intention of  half the proceeds going to S A I N T S.
S A I N T S is an end-of-life sanctuary for senior and special needs animals that have nowhere else to go. S A I N T S provide a special place to be loved, cherished, and receive proper medical care for the rest of their days. They believe all animals deserve to have hope for a better tomorrow.

Susan will:
￭  Advertise in the Vancouver Sun, Courier and Craigslist
￭  Post Signs in your Neighbourhood
￭  Price Items per your instructions
￭  Take part in Selling your items
￭  Will supply misc items, bags, calculator, $  change etc.
￭  Will suggest Thrifty Shops that will accept your non-sold items in your area.

Susan has a big heart and like me, has a true love of animals!  She came up with this wonderful idea as a way to help raise much needed funds for SAINTS and to commemorate her own sweet dog Bubba who passed away last year at the age of 18 & 1/2 years old.  Bubba brought 18.5 years of love and joy to her family and will be forever missed and loved.

Contact Susan:
604.537.6205/604.689.5115
homes@susanschirk.com

Dandelion Pictures will be offering a complimentary animal portrait session including an 11×14 custom wall print for the Winner of Love on a Leash’s “How My Dog Has Changed My Life” contest.

Check out Love on a Leash for contest details and to sign up for PADS!, Love on a Leash’s FREE e-newsletter filled with tips for the Vancouver dog owner!

Dandelion Pictures is featured in this month’s newsletter to go along with this exciting contest so make sure you sign up to get the full story.

APRIL SPECIAL PORTRAIT OFFER FROM DANDELION PICTURES, EXCLUSIVE TO LOVE ON A LEASH FANS and PADS! READERS
PADS! readers and Love on Leash fans are invited to receive special pricing for an hour long pet portrait session that includes one 8×10 print and 2 additional favorites in high resolution on CD. Sessions are regularly $150 but Dandelion Pictures is offering them to PADS Readers and Love on a Leash fans for only $75 plus tax until April 30, 2010.  Call photographer Linda Mackie at 604.328.2903 or email her at contact@dandelionpictures.ca to arrange your portrait of your favourite and loved pet(s).

I’m proud to announce that I’ll be taking on the role of VP Programming for CAPIC (Canadian Association of Photographers and Illustrators in Canada). Our current VP Programming, Jackie Connelly of Jackie Connelly Photography, is stepping down as of June, so until then I will be working closely with her to get up to speed with all the cool events coming up for the year including CAPIC Vancouver’s 2nd Annual Portfolio Series, a talk & portfolio consultations from Selina Maitreya, and of course the Annual BBQ.

I’ve been an Emerging Talent member of CAPIC since 2006 and have seen some great things happen within the association.  Although I definitely have big shoes to fill, I’m super excited about taking on the challenge and helping to create lots more fun and amazing events for our members. Wish me luck!

Check it out here at Picture Perfect

Forté Reps is a new Vancouver-based agency representing photographers and artists. The official web launch will be held within the next few weeks and the launch party soon after (date TBD).

Check out some recent news on the Forté Reps blog about the great shoot I did with Kevin Newman of Global National News.

spring is coming and i’d love to do more magical shoots like this. from april 1st til may 30,  i’m offering portfolio pricing on fashion and portrait sessions so if you or anyone you know would like to have some timeless, beautiful portraits done, please feel free to get in touch via my contact page.