gary + louise {couples}

I previewed this session a few weeks back,  and have been excited, ever since, to share the rest. This summer has been a blur of weddings; and, as much as I enjoy them, it was so nice to take a break and do this couples session. How excited am I for all the upcoming engagements I have scheduled????

Gary + Louise are fellow photographers. In fact, Louise has been a on-line resource, mentor and friend for the last few years. Our evening session on Granville Island marked our first time meeting in person. Louise brought her husband, Gary and I brought Steve with me too. The occasion for this shoot? Their six year anniversary.  We had SUCH a great time. In a business that can be very competitive and critical,      

this couple was only encouraging, humble and kind.

Gary + Louise ~ It was genuinely such a pleasure to finally meet you and spend such a gorgeous evening with you. For a couple that is supposedly more comfortable behind the camera, I think you were fabulous subjects!  I so hope you enjoy your photos :)

cam + raylene {wedding}

I'm not sure even to begin with this post. My journey with this couple has been one of the most exciting and eclectic experiences of my photography career. Take a peek back at this couple's engagement sessions...yes, there were two (due to rain) ! At the engagement session, we discussed the possibility of Steve and I travelling to Midway, BC, to capture their wedding day. Raylene sent me a few images of her location ideas, and the deal was done. Cam + Raylene took so much care in the planning and details of their wedding day. There were so many unique and personal touches...not to mention the breath-taking location.

{The first part of our day was spent getting ready at the couple's home located in Bridesville,  (I know, right!?!) just a short drive away from the church}

{Raylene...you looked so gorgeous...it  was really hard for me to pick which bridal portraits to post!}

{then there was Cam + the boys...they looked awesome, but I think they practically melted in the 35 + degree weather}

{first looks...oh, how I love them}

{After the first look, we proceeded to this old, abandoned house at the end of their street}

{once again, we all know I have issues making up my mind what photos to post...throw me in a location like this, and it becomes almost impossible}

{the wedding party}

{I love that the couple left their mark on this special spot}

{right before heading to the ceremony, we took advantage of some cool props to personalize some of the photos}

{where they became man and wife...}

{following the wedding, there was an adorable lemonade stand and candy table for guests to enjoy}

{the lemonade was served in mason jars...half frozen, half fresh....yummmm!}

{We had a bit of time before the reception, so we quickly popped over to the small town of Greenwood, where the couple had their first date}

{this sweet, small historical town is known for being the setting for the movie, "snow falling on cedars."}

{onto the recpetion where even more special touches were found...the favour? a compilation of love songs as a gift from the couple}

Cam + Raylene ~ I can't thank you enough for the opportunity of photographing your wedding. It was such a special day, and Steve and I really enjoyed getting to know you! We wish you every blessing and happiness as you start your lives together.