Snapshot: It's all coming up Rosie

Light, airy,crisp and full of heart. Scrolling through Rosie Haberl's Instagram feed (@simplyrosiephotography) will delight your eyes and soothe your soul. She notices all the details and has a knack at turning smallmomentsinto the sweetest of memories.

From big smiles with her family to exploring nature on her own, Rosie'sInstagram feed shines with happiness and home. Rosie is our latest feature forSnapshot -- a weekly series where we chat with local photographers to find out what goes into making an Insta feed look so darn good.

So, tell us Rosie...

Why do you love taking photos?I remember a precise moment when I was about 13, during a family road trip, how I wished I had a way to capture the scenery and imprint it in my memory forever. Now, having my own four boys, I pick up my camera on a daily basis and print books and images for them so they can treasure these momentsforever. I hope my pictures instill them witha love for nature and adventure.

Which photos are your favourites? Instagram is a collection of ALL my favorite images! But here are a few that show where my love lies...

Where are your three favourite places to shoot?

• Austin, Manitoba Our family's recreational property in the rolling hills just south of Austin. The piece of land has been in my family for many years and has a special place in our hearts.
• Riding Mountain National Park It's one of Manitoba's prettiest spots filled with lakes, hills, wildlife and so many fun adventures to do with the family. Good friends of ours own the Lakehouse in Wasagaming so that's our favorite spot to hang out and enjoy family time!
• The Pacific Northwest A little shout out to my Seattle born and raised husband; the Pacific Northwest has some unparalleled beauty. Every year we drive out with our boys and this has to be one of my favourite times to document with my camera!

To selfie or not to selfie?Yes! But mostly when it includes me with one of my boys or hubby (is that a selfie?)An occasional selfie while doing something you love never hurt anyone.

Who are your favourite follows on Instagram? @alexstrohl gives me an insane amount of wanderlust.

What's your secret?! Can you share some advice on how to take an epic photo? My style is usually sitting back, taking in the scene around me, finding the most uncluttered angles and creative crops and then simply taking your time. Don't rush! And don't "spray & pray". One good image is way better then 100 mediocre images.

What do you think makes a memorable photograph? Images of people connecting with nature and each other. Raw, non-posed emotions.

What story do you want your photos to tell? To not take life for granted. Get out, explore, seek beauty in things around you, capture moments that your kids will treasure for a lifetime.

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See Rosie's photos featured on ourInstagram feedthis week.

• Snapshot: Standing still under a dancing sky

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