Category Archives: Personal

Photowalk in Maple Ridge with Erin Gilmore | Vancouver Photographer

When my phone rang last week I was pleasantly surprised when my friend Erin Gilmore asked me if I’d like to do a photowalk in Maple Ridge.  I was incredibly excited for a few reasons … 1. I adore Erin and think she is an extremely talented photographer so I was thrilled to shoot/hang with...

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Jillian Kirby - Wow! Stunning.. the photography and you! Just gorgeous!March 23, 2010 – 10:00 pm

An article was written about my photography … what an honor | Vancouver Wedding Photographer

I had the privilege of being interviewed and listed as one of 50 Essential Portrait Photographers in the Vancouver area.  To be among these talented woman is truly an honor!  Thank you for adding me to this amazing list! http://vancouvermom.ca/best-of/fran-chelico-of-fran-chelico-photography/ 50 Essential Portrait Photographers: Fran Chelico of Fran Chelico Photography 02 Dec 2009, written by...

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Kim Mallory - Congrats Fran! Well deserved!February 11, 2010 – 11:50 pm

Christine @ VancouverMom.ca - Hey Fran – thanks for being part of VancouverMom.ca’s 50 Essential Portrait Photographer list!December 8, 2009 – 3:28 am

Lacy Dagerath - HEEY! This is FANTASTICCC!!! Or.. FRAN-TASTIC! WOOO! I tolddd you so!! And you used my picture!! :D I feel honored! :D December 5, 2009 – 4:41 pm

jenberry - i agree with the other jennifer. well deserved and spectacular work here.December 3, 2009 – 9:34 pm

Jennifer Ballard - Congrats Fran! You totally deserve this! Your work is stunning!December 2, 2009 – 5:39 pm

11 years ago today … Happy Anniversary | Vancouver Wedding Photographer

I woke up 11 years ago today with butterflies in my stomach like I have never felt before … it was a beautiful day with blue skies … all my friends and family were with me … and I was going to get married!  You couldn’t wipe the grin off my face all day!!  When...

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larissa - i am lol at your comments “wait for it …” these are so cute!December 14, 2009 – 9:10 pm

Amber Hughes - Awwww! You guys look so cute and happy! Loving the intergalactic car shot… lol ;) December 10, 2009 – 4:31 pm

Mark - Happy anniversary, Fran and Michael! :) You guys looked great and I’m jealous at the lack of aging. 11 years? It could have been two.November 7, 2009 – 7:18 pm

Andrea - Congrats Fran!! You look beautiful…hairdo and all :)
You don’t look a day older…how did that happen? What’s the secret??? :) Miss you roomie!November 2, 2009 – 9:30 am

jenberry - 11 years and STRONG. that’s incredible. you are my inspiration. you look t he same. HOTOctober 17, 2009 – 10:02 pm

Amy - Happy Anniversary Fran ane Mike, I love you guys!! you are awesome!October 17, 2009 – 8:13 pm

Elizabeth - so happy for you fran! congrats!October 16, 2009 – 11:40 pm

Maura Rodgers - Cheers to one of my favorite couples. Love you guys and Max too! xoOctober 16, 2009 – 11:20 am

Cathy Empey - Happy Anniversary! Your photos look a lot better than mine from ’98! Still, they show the love between you two! Congrats!October 16, 2009 – 10:07 am

Nick - Wow, Fran you were one hot bride! ;) Love that old car! and the white “vignette” is… ummm… special! :) October 16, 2009 – 10:07 am

Vee - Happy Anniversary! 11 years..craazyyy. And you still rocked the upsidedown mop look ;) hahaOctober 16, 2009 – 10:06 am

Lacy Dagerath - lol wow.. YOU look EXACTLY THE SAME NOW as you did 11 YEARS AGO!!! I hope I age as well as you do! I don’t even think its fair to call it “Aged”… because it doesnt look like you HAVE!! I Think you looked beautiful! I like that car shot… actually… I just am not sure whats going on around it! How did they do that? hahaOctober 16, 2009 – 10:04 am

Sara - Gorgeous picture Fran!! You two look amazing <3
Happy anniversary Fran and Mike! Love you guys! Take Care!! xoxOctober 16, 2009 – 10:00 am

Jasmine Star Workshop in Orange County | Vancouver Wedding Photographer

I have been reading Jasmine Star’s blog for the past year and have always been a huge fan.  When I heard she was going to be doing a Workshop, I couldn’t wait to sign up!  Unfortunately, I was too slow and it was sold out in 20 minutes!   When the notice for her 3rd Workshop...

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Janna - I went to Jasmine’s workshop last February and it was awesome. Don’t you wish we had more workshop’s here in Canada??December 2, 2010 – 1:33 pm

Angie B - Just stumbled upon your site… love your photography & lucky you getting a chance to work with Jasmine Star!November 5, 2010 – 9:02 am

Mark Hayes - Those are so stunning. I love that B&W of the two of them (about in the middle) – but they all are wonderful shots. They must be very pleased.August 26, 2009 – 1:51 pm

Tina - I Third Meegan! Love your skies! Mine are always blown out =(.
Love the dancing ones. I don’t remember that?

It was nice to meet you chica!August 11, 2009 – 9:40 am

jen berry - how’d you sneak in there and get all the straight on single portraits. you are STEALTH. It looks like you have a special soft box following you around. you are full of tricks. i think one of the best things about the workshop was hanging out with cool people… i think you’re on that list… for sure you’re on that list. i hope you are feeling well!!!August 8, 2009 – 10:04 pm

Jasmine* - Fran, it was so nice meeting you and I’m thrilled you walked away with such great imagery. Watch out Canada…Fran is back with an extra ounce of fabulousness! :) August 8, 2009 – 7:33 am

Vivian Tran - Hi Fran, it was great meeting you at the workshop and talking to you at dinner :) .

-VivianAugust 8, 2009 – 12:31 am

Andrea - Okay…ummm- you totally ROCK! These are all so different from everyone else. So many great shots from totally different angles. Bravo!! I hope you are getting some better sleep:)August 7, 2009 – 9:24 pm

Erica M - I second Meegan! Isn’t it amazing that 20 people can all be on one shoot and get 20 incredibly different amazing products!!! It was such a pleasure to get to know you!August 7, 2009 – 9:21 pm

meegan - girl! i love your take on this shoot.. its got such a different feel then mine and others ive seen so far! i love how that can happen! your awesome and im so glad to have gotten to know you some!August 7, 2009 – 8:32 pm

Carolyn Egerszegi - Eeeeeek. I’m so jealous! I love J*!! And these shots are a terrific. Way to go!August 7, 2009 – 5:59 pm

Engagement Session | Hermitage Ruins | Ancaster, Ontario | Destination Wedding Photographer

Polkaroo … that is how Melanie (a registered veterinary technician) thought of Chris.  At the time he was the mysterious ‘cute paramedic guy’ that worked at the same Fort Erie Race Track.  Every time a mutual friend tried to introduce them, Chris had either just left or wasn’t working that shift, etc. etc.  there was always...

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suzie chelico - Love all the great photos! Fran, you have a real eye for locations,compositions, the works! Congratulations to Chris & Melanie & adorable Edan.May 27, 2009 – 11:12 am

Susette - Absolutely spectacular photos. A handsome family like that must be easy to photograph!!!April 19, 2009 – 1:04 pm

Jane Hazelton - Hi Fran: I’m Melanie’s Mom. The photos are beautiful. Sorry you can’t make the wedding. Jane & TomApril 19, 2009 – 5:26 am

Rose - Nothing spooky or haunting about these photo’s. What a beautiful couple in an awesome location. Leave it to Frannie to find the right location for the right couple.April 16, 2009 – 7:14 pm

Liz - The photos are all lovely!!!Congrats again you 2!!!!!April 16, 2009 – 12:32 pm

Erin - Hello Fran,

I’m Melanie’s cousin. I just wanted to tell you how impressed I am with your photography — beautiful work!

Erin:)April 16, 2009 – 10:52 am

Melanie - Fran!!!
I love these! 2, 4, 8 and of course the family pic is my favourite! I love the ‘love story’ you composed too! It was such an awesome day and a great location you chose! Lots of memories for sure! Thanks again for sharing your talent with us? By the way….how did the ‘boys’ pic turn out??April 16, 2009 – 9:47 am

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