We all know by now what kind of cameras, lenses, and other gear we need to pack in our kit for a wedding day. But what else should you bring? Here’s a list of some of my top items that I include in my kit, whether it’s to help the inevitable wedding hangover the next day, or help out a member of the wedding party in a pinch!

You may have seen some #facetimesessions floating around on Instagram or Facebook lately and wondered what they’re all about - I did my first one this week with my friend, model Sarah Peddle, and I have some tips for you!

Let me preface this post by saying: you do not need to be productive right now. We are all going through a scary, emotional, and traumatic event, and however you need to deal with and process that is perfectly okay! For photographers based in Halifax, NS, we are in week 4 of isolation, and spending such a prolonged amount of time alone (or with your family/partner) is really tough; it’s easy to go a bit shack-wacky when you’re not allowed to work or shoot any creative projects.

For me personally, I felt really productive during the first two weeks of isolation, but as things have progressed I’ve certainly slowed down and switched my focus to managing my mental health and stress. That said, I generally feel better if I accomplish a few tasks that have been on my to-do list, so here are some ideas if you’re wondering how to stay busy and inspired during this time at home!