Taylor and Mike’s Whistle Bear wedding photography took place on a perfect, sunny day in late August.  When I arrived at the golf club, I met up with Taylor and her bridesmaids who were just about finished with their preparation prior to the ceremony.  Taylor’s gorgeous wedding dress was hung elegantly in the window of the Forestview Room, and her flowers and details were ready to be photographed! Once the dress was on, Taylor had an emotional first look with her bridesmaids – and then it was time for the ceremony in the Garden Chapel.  Their touching ceremony was followed by family and bridal party photos on the beautiful Whistle Bear grounds, with stunning sunset photos later in the evening during golden hour.

I had a wonderful time working with this very sweet couple!

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I’ve been fortunate to work with countless wonderful couples over the last 15 years of my wedding photography career. Sometimes, a couple reaches out to you and in their emails alone exude such kindness, grace, and positivity that I just KNOW we’re going to have an exquisite time working together! When I first received an email from Han, it was so wonderfully obvious that she was such a lovely person – I couldn’t wait to meet her and Linjie! We had a whimsical winter engagement photoshoot and sure enough – my suspicions that they were an incredible couple were confirmed. I was so excited for their wedding day to arrive!

And finally, it did! Han and Linjie’s wedding took place on campus at Western University in London, Ontario, where they had met, on a beautiful (and very hot!) spring day in May.  We started the day’s wedding photography with a traditional Chinese tea ceremony in their home with their parents, followed by a first look with Han in her wedding dress on campus at the University.  We took bridal party and couples’ photos around the lovely campus followed by their touching, emotional ceremony at the Beryl Ivey Garden.  We then captured lots of great family photos in front of the iconic University College building, and had a lovely reception in the IGAB building.  Western turned out to be a fantastic wedding venue, especially since it was so meaningful to Han and Linjie.  I’m truly honoured to have worked with them and I hope that we see each other again some day!!

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Over the last nearly 15 years, I’ve been truly fortunate to have worked with countless wonderful couples who were just a dream to work with.  I often find myself in disbelief that this is in fact, my actual career! When Sarah and Sam first reached out to me, I had an immediate feeling that they would be a couple who also made me feel that deep gratitude for the meaningful work that we as wedding photographers do. Within minutes of meeting for their engagement session, I knew I was right!

I was super excited to photograph their wedding day, and on the big day, I was accompanied by my secondary photographer David, who met up with Sam for his preparation photos, while I photographed Sarah’s prep.  David and I then arranged for their first look in Elora’s Victoria Park, where Sam and Sarah saw each other first the first time that day.  I love that they chose to share personal wedding vows with each other prior to the ceremony.  Even though I stayed out of earshot so that the moment could be theirs alone, I found myself feeling a bit emotional seeing how much love they have for one another.

The first look was followed by some family photos as well as a photoshoot for the bride and groom. We then proceeded to the Foundry Building for their lovely ceremony, followed by more family photos and some cute evening sun photos of Sam and Sarah along the bridge!

Even though our photography coverage time came to a close fairly early into the reception, David and I could see that it would be a super fun night for Sarah and Sam, and all their amazing guests.  It was truly fantastic working with them and the photos we created are a dream!

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Alyssa and Derek’s beautiful wedding took place at Dark Horse Estates Winery on a lovely sunny day in Grand Bend. It was a few years ago when Alyssa and Derek first contacted me about their wedding.  We photographed their fun fall engagement photoshoot in Guelph, but then like many couples, they were forced to reschedule their wedding day.  When their day finally arrived, I was so excited! I was extra excited since Alyssa and Derek had informed me that they were big Harry Potter fans, and would be having a “nerd” themed wedding. Yes please! 

When their wedding day finally arrived, I was fortunate to be accompanied by my wonderful and talented associate photographer Kasia.  We always have a great time working together! Kasia started the day with Derek and his groomsmen, while I met up with Alyssa and her bridesmaids for their preparation photos. 

The bridal party prep was followed by a touching first look behind the winery, and a bridal party photoshoot.  I love the photo of Alyssa using “The Force” on the groomsmen!

During cocktail hour, this clever couple hired a magician to entertain guests with some very cool card tricks.  In all our combined years as photographers, Kasia and I had never seen a magician at a wedding – it was a great idea that I hope catches on!

Finally, during the reception, we snuck out for some dramatic sunset photos and photos in the wine cellar. 

It was truly a wonderful day and Kasia and I are honoured to have been Alyssa and Derek’s photographers!

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When James and Courtney first contacted me about their wedding day, I could tell right away that they would be a super fun couple to work with! Our first in person meeting was for their engagement session at Princess Point in Hamilton – one of their favourite places to spend quality time together. Their love for one another was palpable during that photoshoot, and I couldn’t wait to photograph their wedding day!

When the big day finally arrived, I met with James and Courtney at Melrose United Church, an iconic stone church in the city’s southwest end. James and Courtney got ready in different locations within the church, and before their ceremony they held hands with their backs to one another in order to calm their nerves and have a quiet moment together before seeing each other for the first time across the aisle.  In 15 years of wedding photography this was the first time I had seen a couple do this and it was SO SWEET!

Their emotional ceremony was followed by family photos and bride and groom portraits on the church grounds, which were adorned in the autumn colours!

Courtney and James’ wedding reception took place at the nearby C-Hotel by Carmen’s, where we captured some fun nighttime photos outside with the the unique hotel facade!

I had such an amazing time getting to know and to work with this lovely couple, and I can’t wait to see them again sometime!

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