Be Yourself

Without a doubt, the best photos are captured when you are able to relax and be yourself. Ultimately, I want to capture my clients with no walls, no guards... I want to capture the nuances and gestures that make them unique.  The way a couple holds hands, the look in a father's eyes as he gives away his daughter, the way one laughs and the affect it has on others. I want to capture you being you.

My favorite sessions are those where my clients are open and have fun, where they are committed to getting the type of photos they've always wanted. Alex and Shan were the perfect example of this. They were relaxed, they felt comfortable being themselves and were open in their love for each other, which created a beautiful energy that radiated in every photo. This is one of my favorite series of them from their wedding day... in the moment, beautiful and authentic... xoxo

 

 

Wedding | Will & Alana

It was a 3 day affair at beautiful Shawnigan Lake on Vancouver Island. It was 3 days filled with tennis and swimming and games and buffets. It was laughter and stories and dancing. It was families and friends coming together to celebrate Will and Alana. The details were endless and endlessly beautiful. The groom so charming, the bride so stunning... it was perfect.

Much love... xo.

 

Wedding | Clarke & Jinky

I'm kind of at a loss for words. I don't think people realize what a special experience it is to photograph a wedding. Add to the fact it was an intimate, secret wedding with just a few close family members, and that it took place in the warm evening sun on a dock under a willow tree surrounded by vineyards and orchards! The setting was incredible, the bride and groom stunning, the atmosphere so loving and joyful. At one point I became really present to where I was and what was taking place, and I almost, almost, began weeping like the willow above me. I had to switch into work mode, and separate myself from the words spoken, the tears shed, the smiles and laughter shared. It wasn't until that I got home a couple days later and began editing the photos that I began to really feel the moment again and experience what I couldn't allow myself to at the time. There are certain moments in our life that change us, and witnessing this beautiful ceremony and sharing this day was one for me.

The day was loosely planned, but being Canada Day, a holiday with most stores closed, there were a few speed bumps along the way. Jinky, the ever calm and collected bride, took it all in stride (and she may or may not have been laying by the pool an hour before we left to the ceremony!). Everything was perfect; the ceremony location couldn't have been more ideal (Thank you Anthony and Tamara!), the weather remained clear with no signs of the previous night's storm, even a winery opened for us and gave us a private wine tasting! The day ended with an incredible dinner at Quails Gate Winery and Canada Day fireworks that lit up the whole lake and the thousands of boats watching below. Fireworks every year on their anniversary! Lucky!

Clarke and Jinky- it was such an honor to photograph this day and help create a wonderful, lasting memory. Your love is beautiful, as are you. I will always cherish this... xo

John, Marion, Blake and Taeko- Thank you for such a great day with so much fun and laughter. By the end of the day I felt like part of the family... which is the best gift of all!

Surprise Bride

The last few days I was shooting an incredible wedding in the interior... unfortunately, it has to remain a secret for a little while. The bride was unconventional yet classic, the groom handsome and modern, the ceremony intimate. The vineyards, the lake breeze, the willow tree, the chilled prosecco... perfect. The day was perfect in every way, just as they are for each other.

It was an honor to share this day with you!

Stay tuned for the unveiling!