Relay for Life 2011 - Guelph - Southern Ontario event photographer

Despite the grey skies and the constant threat of rain, this years Relay for Life event in Guelph was an even bigger success then last year! And why wouldn't it be? It's a great event for a great cause and I was proud to be able to volunteer my services again this year to capture the evening for all those involved.

If you've had Cancer affect anyone close to you, you know how important these fundraisers are in the continuing fight against all forms of cancer. I encourage everyone to help in any way they can, by donating your time or money towards this or really any other worthy charity. There is so many causes that need our help!

The people at this all night relay are always in high spirits and come out to have a good time all while raising awareness and funds toward the much needed research. It really feels like one big family.

Even Justin Bieber and Elvis made an appearance! No lies!! check the photos below!

Childrens Charity Golf Tournament — Southern Ontario Event Photographer

Last week I volunteered to take team photos at a children's charity golf tournament involving business owners from the leisure boating industry. They were a great bunch of people and fun to photograph. I didn't get many action shots as I was there primarily to make sure I got a shot of all 36 teams together, so I had to plant myself at one hole to make sure I got them all as they played through. I had also hoped to have had access to a golf cart to whiz around the course to take some other shots, but they were short on carts, so that wasn't possible either.
All in all, it was a beautiful day for golf though, and they group raised over $24,000 for Children's Charity.. and really that's all that matters.
Here's a few shots from the day


They had several special 'contest' holes all over the course to add to the fun, including this 'closest to the keg' hole. The golfer who got their drive closest won a keg of beer! Not a bad prize at all I say.

Relay For Life 2010. Southern Ontario Event Photographer.

Last Friday, I happily donated my services to capture the 2010 Relay For Life fund raiser by the Canadian Cancer Society.

What an amazing group of people!! Everyone there was incredibly happy, positive and ready to have some fun and bring some awareness and raise some money for an extremely important cause.

Anyone wearing a yellow shirt is a survivor of cancer, and continue their fight against the deadly disease that affects so many families all over the world. They are the heroes of the night.

The event goes all night long, as participants camp out in teams and take turns walking a track into the wee hours of the morning. All while enjoying some good food, friends, fun activities, and listening to some great live bands on the main stage. So much fun!!

The most emotional part of the evening has to be the luminato ceremony, where the track is lines with candle lit paper bags with messages written on them to the loved ones who have had cancer touch their lives. The sight is very beautiful and touching.

My part was a small one compared to the many committee members and volunteers that were there to help. All of them did an amazing job. I only hope my images convey the true feelings of the night for them.

Please please consider donating some time or money to this very important cause if you can. visit their website at www.cancer.ca