Heckbert Studio & Gallery

About US:
Well known PEI Photographers, the MacArthur's have been photographing Islanders and visitors for over 75 years. The studio's name Heckbert is from our founder Edwin Heckbert and is our bloodline. Heckbert was Danny's father who started the business after returning home from Naval service in WW2. After establishing the business and starting a young family with Bernadette (Farmer) tragedy struck with Edwin Heckbert passing away at a young age with 4 boys under the age of 6. Bernie quickly realized the business was her lifeline and miraculously took over. She sent herself Winona technical in the USA and studied and learned the trade. Through sheer determination she took the reins and turned it into a thriving business that at one time was one of the most successful in Atlantic Canada. Later joined by her new husband Ron MacArthur, she trained Ron in the business and the pair continued to grow the bustling business. Danny, the oldest son of Heckbert joined the business at the age of 19. Training under his mother. Later, Edwin (jr.) second oldest, also joined the business and eventually Greg, third eldest son joined in. The three boys continued to expand the business branching out to Charlottetown and extending University contracts all over Atlantic Canada and establishing a custom framing branch.

As second and third generation PEI photographers Danny and Marc (Danny's son) have been working as a "Dynamic Duo" for over 30 years based out of Charlottetown. Their casual, easy going nature and style help make people feel at ease in front of the camera. With years of training, learning, and perfecting their craft they offer family keepsakes and heirlooms that will get passed down through generations. Investments in your family... portrait art for life.

Danny has been directly involved in photography since 1969, at the age of 19 he started training under his mother Bernadette (Bernie) and has reached the highest levels in the industry earning his Masters of Photography with PPOC and has countless national awards to his credit. Danny has experienced the change from B&W film (in the darkroom) to direct color and from film media to digital, and the domination of the iPhone which has changed the way people think about photographs. He has seen it all and to this day you will find him photographing graduates and providing families with portraits that last a lifetime. When not with a camera in hand, you can find the elder artist (Danny) next to, or on the water, kite sailing, windsurfing, sailing a catamaran or the frozen variety, snowboarding. Sun and vitamin D are his best friends and if he isn't playing in the sand and sun then its the snow.

Marc wears many hats, photographer, editor, tech, marketer, business manager, etc. Marc started studying under his fathers direction during high school and continued his evolution studying and taking courses all over north America over the years. After your session is over Marc gets to work behind the scenes working his magic. When he does get a day off you could find him with a hammer or measuring tape in hand or on his motorcycle with one of his sons, chilling close to the water with family on a paddleboard or on a snowboard.

Kristen is the face & voice of Heckbert's. (And what a face!) How does a business stay going for 75 years you ask? From sincerity and honest caring about the people you are doing business with. We don't have clients, we have friends and Kristen is a big part of that. Kristen has the drive and sincerity directly passed down from her Grandmother Bernie. When not serving you, she keeps us running, organized, and on point. Downtime for Kristen usually sees her on her boat with her family cruising the Islands waterways and beaches. (actually come to think of it there is not a lot of downtime for Kristen...she is always moving...fast!)

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Public Schools Branch Snow Clearing Update - Tuesday, February 6, 2024

In an effort to allow families to prepare their day, here is an update on the families of schools that will need additional time to clear their properties.

The following families of schools WILL NOT have classes on Wednesday, February 7, 2024:
-Bluefield Family of Schools
-Charlottetown Family of Schools
-Montague Family of Schools
-Morell Family of Schools
-Souris Family of Schools

If you are unsure of your family of schools please visit https://psb.edu.pe.ca/our-schools.

Our schools have been able to make great progress with snow clearing. However, there are a number of schools which will require an additional day before welcoming everyone back in a safe way.

A further update will be provided on all other schools/families of schools on Wednesday morning by 6am. If there are additional delays or closures it will be announced at that time. This update will be provided on the Public Schools Branch’s website, social media channels and local radio stations.

Check out this announcement from our friends at the New London carriage house. Awesome offer for an amazing venue. 

New London Carriage House The New London Carriage House offers a unique rustic experience for your special event.

Looking for snow removal (season) in Chelton Area, ( 2 lanes on McCardle Rd) if anyone has any leads. Tks

Happy Holidays

Our Founder Edwin Heckbert served on the Canadian Corvette, HMCS Oakville in WWII. This is Danny, his eldest son ( and my father) standing in front of the HMCS Sackville, the very last of the Corvettes docked in Halifax as a floating museum.
We remember!

Traditional Graduation Portraits by Heckbert's. Dates are booking up fast. Book Early, they make great presents under the tree!
Some important upcoming dates:
Souris High- Sept 13-15th
Montague High- Sept 18-21st
UPEI On Campus - Nov 14-21st
Charlottetown Rural (On Campus) Sept 25th - Oct 12th

Don't miss your YEARBOOK or WALL COMPOSITE deadlines. CLICK THE LINKS BELOW TO BOOK.
Photographed elsewhere and not happy? Show us your proofs and receive a Free Session. Everyone deserves a grad portrait they love.
If you see someone you know feel free to like/share/tag.

Charlottetown Rural: https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E49AAAC22A5FF2-charlottetown8 #/

Montague High:
https://www.signupgenius.com/go/4090E49AAAC22A5FF2-montague1 #/

UPEI:
https://booking.setmore.com/scheduleappointment/r6e101323391763129

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Mary T. Bernadette "Bernie" MacArthur (1928-2023) Bernadette

Please note: Contact Emails have changed.
Kristen: [email protected]
Marc: [email protected]

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Please Note: anyone that placed a Grad package order and paid before deadline for Christmas delivery can pick their order up in your school office.
Happy Holidays

APPOINTMENT CHANGE NOTICE: Please note Colonel Gray Grad photo appointments for Monday, Nov 7th, and Tuesday, Nov 8th are rescheduled to Monday, Nov 28th, and Tuesday, 29th. Appointment times will remain the same. Sorry for any inconvenience.

Graduation portraits are in full swing. We are on campus at UPEI this week & next. New dates have just been added, book now!
On-campus again: March 31-April 6


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Please Note: when booking your appointments online please only book one spot per person. We have had numerous grads reserve multiple slots which won’t leave enough slots for every grad who wants one. If you book more than one appointment slot by mistake please message or email us and we can remove it. Extra charges may apply for booking more than one appointment slot.
Thank you.

A very fine young man in need of a helping hand. He is the son of good friends and a fellow Martime Photographer Tkirk Saint . Thoughts, prayers, and any help would be appreciated. Please share.

Help for Zach, organized by Paulette Crowley Zach’s journey began at the age of 22 months when a cancerous brain tumour was discovered. On October … Paulette Crowley needs your support for Help for Zach

UPEI delays return to in-person learning | CBC News Students who attend UPEI will be getting their education online for at least another month.

Attention UPEI Graduates: New dates have just been added. Book your graduation portrait online today. Don't miss your yearbook or wall composite deadlines.
Book here: https://heckbertstudio.setmore.com/

Remembering our founder/ father/ grandfather and all the other brave souls that serve and protect. Thank you.

It was our great privilege to capture this special moment for a wonderful family. We watched the kids grow up with my own and Cheryl was always involved, engaged and smiling.

What a life: Cheryl Young | CBC News “She was the best mum,” says a voice over the phone. “I know everyone believes they have the best mum, but we really did.”