Canon Creator Event Experience
Stepping Out of My Comfort Zone: My Experience at the Canon Creator Event
Last weekend, I had the amazing opportunity to attend the Canon Creator Event in Calgary, hosted by Socality and The Camera Store. This event brought together photographers, creators, and visionaries from across Alberta to collaborate, connect, and create.
As someone who usually focuses on photographing couples and families, stepping into a space filled with styled models, creative setups, and a room buzzing with energy was definitely outside my comfort zone. But sometimes, that’s exactly where growth happens.
Creative Energy Everywhere
From the moment I walked in, I was surrounded by inspiration. The stylists and creative team—@ashnstyling, @jazminnunezg._, @chanpearson, @makbutonline and @liamasa—brought incredible vision and detail to the styled looks. Every corner offered a new scene, a new vibe, and a fresh opportunity to capture something different from my usual work.
It was such a refreshing challenge to direct models, play with different lighting setups, and experiment with posing in ways I don’t often get to do. I left feeling re-energized and more excited than ever to push my creativity further.
Collaboration Over Competition
One of my favorite parts of the event was the sense of community. Photographers of all levels came together—not to compete, but to collaborate, share ideas, and celebrate the art of photography. It reminded me why I first picked up a camera: to connect with people and tell stories through images.
What I Took Away
Leaving the event, I felt inspired to create more, to experiment with new techniques, and to keep pushing myself outside of the familiar. This experience reminded me that growth comes from trying new things—even if it feels a little intimidating at first.
I’m so grateful to Canon Canada, Socality, and The Camera Store for putting together such a powerful and creative space. I can’t wait to take what I learned and carry it into my upcoming shoots with couples, families, and beyond.
