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  1. Meet Meelo and Ananas

    2014-06-11 19:32:00 UTC

    Meet Meelo and Ananas!  They are a pair of siblings from the Toronto Cat Rescue that are crashing on my couch until they find a place to call their forever home. They are super sweet and social and all they want to do is play! Meelo is the orange kitten…

  2. Winter in Baldushk, Albania

    2014-03-05 17:27:00 UTC

    This winter I spent some time exploring the village of Baldushk in Albania. What I love about this village is the fresh air and the nature that sounds the area. I hiked through the rolling hills and enjoyed the breathtaking views and greenery all around. It was peaceful and perfect…

  3. Luna and Rose

    2014-01-03 20:50:00 UTC

    Luna and Rose are two very special kitties from the Toronto Cat Rescue.  The were rescued from a hoarding situation where their owner was living with hundreds of cats in her tiny home. TCR stepped in and rescued these little souls and I was lucky enough to share my home…

  4. Film Noir

    2013-12-13 21:17:00 UTC

    I’ve always been drawn to Film Noir and dramatic harsh lighting. I finally decided to test my skills and create a series of Film Noir inspired photos. The series was inspired by the mystery and elegance of Femme Fetales in Hollywood Film.  Love & Light! Gessi

  5. Mother and Child

    2013-11-24 20:31:00 UTC

    I had a fun time shooting my first Maternity series with these beautiful expectant mothers!  Love & Light! Gessi

  6. Macro Makeup

    2013-09-10 19:43:00 UTC

    I experimented with macro photography today in the studio. I used different eye shadow pallets, lipsticks and nail polish on flowers to create vibrant and abstract photographs. Love & Light! Gessi

  7. Art Shoot

    2013-06-02 20:20:00 UTC

    Today was an artsy day I shot an artistic portrait series of my long time friend Victoria. She is a Hong Kong based artist who went to school with me at York University for Visual Arts, in Toronto. My vision was to capture her unique personality and integrate it with…

  8. Kittens!

    2013-05-20 20:41:00 UTC

    Back in 2011 I started photographing adoptable cats and kittens for Toronto Cat Rescue. TCR is a non-profit organization that fosters cats and kittens until they are able to find their forever home. There is no real animal shelter, but a group of devoted volunteers, like myself, who open their…

  9. Bollywood Girls

    2013-04-17 19:38:00 UTC

    I’ve always been fascinated by the glam of Bollywood. The colours, the fashion and music are just a few of the many things that inspire me about South Asian culture. Jeena, Summun and Zahra joined me at my studio to create some Bollywood inspired photos. Wearing traditional dresses and jewelry…

  10. Scandinave Spa, Blue Mountain

    2013-03-13 18:54:00 UTC

    I took a trip to Blue Mountain in Collingwood, Ontario and discovered this gorgeous Scandinavian inspired spa! It’s situated minutes from the ski slopes, in an enchanted forest. The tranquil ambiance and snowy landscape made me feel as if I was somewhere far away from everyday life. I indulged in…

  11. Varanasi, India

    2012-10-21 01:10:00 UTC

    I woke up early morning for a rooftop yoga and meditation session. Afterwards, I explored the streets of Varanasi. I walked along the Ganges River and observed the locals going about their daily routine. Varanasi is known to be one of the holiest cities in the Hindu religion. At night…

  12. Khajuraho, India

    2012-10-20 18:08:00 UTC

     Exploring the Kama Sutra Temples in Khajuraho! Love & Light! Gessi

  13. Junagarh Fort, Bikaner India

    2012-10-18 20:41:00 UTC

    I visited the Junagarh Fort during my stay in Bikaner, and it was conveniently located next door to the hotel I was staying at. Also known as the fort with seven gates, the Junagarh Fort was home to many Maharajas and contained several palaces and temples.The interiors of the fort…

  14. Bhairon Vilas, Bikaner India

    2012-10-17 20:23:00 UTC

    I stayed at the Bhairon Vilas while I visited the small town of Bikaner. This heritage hotel was originally the residence of Bhairon Singh Ji, a Prime Minister during the early 1900’s. Located next to the Junagarh Fort, the hotel has 18 rooms that are finely decorated with the family’s…

  15. Bikaner Miniature Art, Bikaner India

    2012-10-15 19:04:00 UTC

    My friend and I visited Bikaner Miniature Arts Shop in the small town of Bikaner, India. I was fascinated by the intricate artwork carved on camel bone and tiny detailed paintings made on fine paper.  The artists of the shop are Shiv and Rajan Swami. They are extremely talented!  An…

  16. Streets of Kota, India

    2012-10-14 21:39:00 UTC

    After visiting the Animal Clinic, I walked around the streets of Kota and met many wonderful local children. The young boys were eager to catch my attention and pose for photographs. They were so much fun to be around! The town was preparing for a holiday celebration and a clay…

  17. Animal Hospital, Kota India

    2012-10-13 22:48:00 UTC

    I had a two night stop over in a small Indian village named Kota. The morning after a long sleep, I ventured out into the town and stopped by the local veterinary hospital. For the first time, I witnessed a cow become artificially inseminated. The vets in training made room…

  18. Chambal Gorge, Kota India

    2012-10-13 19:31:00 UTC

    Riding along the Chambal Gorge while the sun was rising was an experience I’ll never forget. I felt as if I was far away from the fast paced life of the city and felt tranquility for the first time in India. The Chambal Gorge is considered pollution free and is…

  19. Elafantastic, Jaipur India

    2012-10-11 18:38:00 UTC

    Today I spent my day bonding with the elephants at Elafantastic in Jaipur, India. This was my first time being up close to elephants and I was so excited! When I arrived, I introduced myself to an elephant by feeding her bananas. This helped with familiarizing my scent before I…

  20. Agra, India

    2012-10-11 03:16:00 UTC

    Today was my first official day in India. After a very long commute, I finally arrived in one piece. My friend and I checked into our hotel in Delhi and we arranged with our driver to take us to Agra for the day. It took a few hours by car…

  21. Streets of Hong Kong

    2012-10-04 23:32:00 UTC

    It’s my first trip to Hong Kong and so far, I am having a great time. I tasted many different food and even tried some new delicacies. For the first time, I tried Abalone and Goose. Both were delicious! I also ate my first Hong Kong crispy waffle-esque street snack…

  22. 10,000 Buddhas Temple, Hong Kong

    2012-10-03 19:15:00 UTC

    Four Hundred and thirty one steps later, I finally reached the 10,000 Buddhas Temple. Gold statues of Buddha helped guide me during the steep trek up the mountain. The statues were very expressive and were painted with a coating of gold. They illuminated the path leading up to the monastery…

  23. Arabesque

    2012-04-12 01:32:00 UTC

    I’ve always been fascinated by Arabic culture. I love the music, the food and architecture and fashion. When I had the opportunity to do a photo shoot with Leila,  I chose to experiment Arabic inspired makeup on her beautiful complexion. I used bold colours and dramatic lighting to emphasize her…

  24. Beach Baby

    2011-10-01 17:12:00 UTC

    I took my baby, Laika to the beach today. It was his first time stepping on sand and watching the waves roll in. The wind kept blowing his curly hair and he licked his fair share of sand. Overall, he had a blast running around and meeting new friends Love…

  25. My First Post

    2011-09-28 18:16:00 UTC

    Welcome to the new and improved site for Gessi Photography! This is my first blog post and I’d like to welcome everyone who’s stopped by to visit :)  Please feel free to explore the new site. I will be posting blogs as often as I can, with the latest updates…
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