Fam Jam

I spent a beautiful and frosty morning with both the Hebenton and Ververgaert family last weekend.  I grew up with this gang, so it was so great catching up with my extended family and capturing some moments.

Here are a few of my faves from our photo adventure...

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Laura & Geoff

I absolutely LOVE fall!  In Vancouver it is often anticipated that the weather will be grey, wet and dreary.  However, this wasn't the case this past weekend with the amazing "bluebird" day were lucky enough to enjoy.  Not only do I love a crisp and dry fall day, but the colours that the changing leaves bring, are spectacular.

Laura and Geoff were also thrilled with the weather.  To not have to pull out the umbrellas they purchased as a back up, they couldn't have asked for more.  With nothing but blue sky and sunshine it was an absolutely perfect afternoon for capturing love.  I had a great time with the wedding party laughing and snapping away.

Here are a few of my favourite photos...

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Steph & Pat's Wedding

"It's like raaaaaain, on your wedding day..." are lyrics that most would hope never to become a reality on their wedding day.  However, this is how the morning started out on Steph & Pat's wedding...

I got in my car and made my way to Harrison through the torrential downpour.  I knew that there was a break in the clouds behind me but, would it make it our way in time for the ceremony?  Thankfully, yes!  As the ceremony commenced, the rain had dripped its last drop for the day.

The evening was full of familiar faces, friends, food and lots of laughs.  Both bride and groom looked lovely in their wedding duds.  The evening could not have been better.

Congratulations Steph & Pat!!

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The Suzick Family 2014

For the past few years I have had the absolute pleasure of photographing the Suzick family.  In that time, I have watched their boys grow up so much.  Their eldest boy and I now share almost the same shoe size.  Their parents Chris and Alissa are the best.  They are forever making me laugh and I am so grateful to have the opportunity to capture their beautiful family  grow, as the years go on.  We had such a beautiful fall day, that almost felt like summer was trying to hang on a little longer.  Here are a few of my favourite shots from our afternoon adventure.

Enjoy!

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The Bienko Family

I had a wonderful Sunday afternoon with the Bienko family...

Living in the Vancouver area, we enjoy every last ounce that summer has left to offer us.  The Bienko family and I had an absolutely perfect September afternoon.  It was so great to catch up with an old friend and see her beautiful family.  Especially seeing as they had added a new addition since we last saw one another.  Their daughter was absolutely gorgeous.  Besides myself having some serious hair envy, their daughter Taitum was one of the most beautiful babies I had ever seen.  She was so sweet and such a delight to photograph.  I thoroughly enjoyed my time with the Bienko family, catching up, sharing laughs and capturing the last leg of our incredible Vancouver summer.

Enjoy the captures!

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Brit & Jeremy

It doesn't often happen that you find yourself becoming such great friends with your new clients...

Well, this is exactly what happened the first time I met Brittney & Jeremy.  It was near impossible not to fall in love with the two of them.  We had an instant connection.  I think we all new that going forward, we would forever be friends.  After our first time meeting, I had the privilege of capturing these two incredible souls, during their engagement session.  We had so much fun sharing wine and laughs after our shoot, that we lost track of time and had to call upon a friend to rescue us from being locked in at the park.

Thanks to my new friends, having an "in," we managed to escape unscathed and created our fist adventure story.  Going forward, I knew that these two were not just clients, that they had left an imprint on my heart and I was so excited to watch our friendship grow and more importantly, their love.

Fast forward to their beautiful wedding...
The tone was set at such a different pace than I was normally used to.  It truly was an insight into their personalities.  Jeremy and Britney are such fun loving people.  Their friends, family and acquaintances were so welcoming and lovely, I felt like I had been part of this incredibly circle for so much longer...

Britney looked absolutely breathtaking.  Her beautiful bridesmaids were stunning and made me laugh from the moment we met.  This followed suit with the groomsmen and of course the incredibly handsome and charming, Jeremy.

I could go on and on, however, I will let the photos speak for themselves.

Congratulations Britney & Jeremy, I am so excited that you are both my special friends and I can't wait to watch you grow as a couple and family. <3

Enjoy!

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Sharmila & Trevor

I had an incredible time capturing the marriage of Sharmila and Trevor the other week, in the heart of downtown Vancouver.  This beautiful wedding took place upon a rooftop patio, that capture my favourite city, in all of its summer glory.  With a handful of clouds in the sky, their wedding had the perfect blank canvas to commence their new journey.  Sharmila looked stunning in her saree, palleted in a gold and pink, and Trevor looked equally dapper in his pressed suit.  It was a lovely ceremony to capture and witness.  It is always enjoyable and refreshing to be able to capture and take in a new cultural experience, especially with such a lovely couple.

I wish you both a lifetime of happiness!

Enjoy!

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The de Boer Family

I had the pleasure this past weekend to capture some family love with the de Boer family.  I spent the afternoon getting acquainted with Nicole, Andrew and their gorgeous baby boy Archer.  We wandered through UBC's Endownment Lands.  As we made our way through the different trails and lush greenery, we stopped every so often to snag a few shots.  Here are a few of my favourite results...

Enjoy!

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Mark & Mish's Mehndi Party

Of all the wedding festivities I have had the privilege of capturing over the years, this was my first ever mehndi party!  It is absolutely fascinating for me to watch the traditions and rituals of other cultures.  I would say that is probably one of my most favourite parts of being a photographer.  This party was no different.  I was able to get my first dose of some henna action.  I had anticipated that this would be something that would take quite a long period of time.  However, the image of my hand below with the henna on it took the lady about a minute to complete.  I don't even think I could complete a stick man in the time she completed the incredible design on my hand.  

The first evening of Mark and Nimisha's 3 day wedding celebration was a great way to kick things off. Celebrating with their closest friends and family the evening was full of laughs, food, wine, dancing and fun!  After a delicious meal consisting of pakoras, chicken tikki masla, poppadoms and much much more, we danced the night away with drums, tambourines, shakers and lots of singing.  It was a riot!

Best wishes to you both Mark and Nimisha on your beautiful wedding and new life together as a married couple.  xo

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Wedding Decor at Villa Amato

Another stunning set up by Sweet Beginnings Vancouver.  A clean summer pallet of white and silver with peach accents make up this elegant wedding decor.  I always enjoy seeing the beautiful work that these talented ladies turn out.  If you are looking to create your dream wedding down to the last detail, then I highly recommend these ladies to make all of your wedding wants and needs come true.   Here area a few of my favourite shots...

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Stephanie & Ryan

I headed out to Harrison Hot Springs this past weekend to capture the beautiful wedding of Stephanie & Ryan.  

The back drop for their ceremony is one of the most incredible views I have had for a wedding location to date. The view was spectacular!  Both Ryan and Steph were so incredibly warm and inviting, they made you feel right at home.  Their friends and family were equally lovely and I couldn’t have enjoyed myself more.  Stephanie looked flawless in her 100 year old, family laced dress and Ryan looked equally dapper in his plaid vest & bow tie.  The unique fishing influence that made its way so tastefully into the details of the wedding, was my absolute favourite.  Other than those pesky mosquitos, the day and evening went along seamlessly.  The weather was perfect, the food was amazing and the dancing… well even I couldn’t resist busting a move.

Congratulations Steph & Ryan on your perfect summer wedding!

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Sharon & Sergio

I was lucky enough to attend two weddings this past weekend!  One of which was in Chilliwack, BC, set in the beautiful yard of Sergio & Sharon.

These are my favourite types of weddings; simple, intimate, casual and gorgeous!  Plus what more can you say about having such a knock-out-good-looking couple to photograph!  I loved all of their little western touches, including a family ride on their Horse, Macho.  The kids were too sweet for words.  They just loved being a part of the ceremony and were excited welcoming their new Step Dad, officially into the family.

A huge congratulations to Sharon, Sergio, Oliver & Charlie <3

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The Pahl Family

I had a wonderful shoot this past weekend with the Pahl family...

I spent the afternoon with Scott, Lyndsy and their two stunning, blue eye’d little girls. Their eldest daughter Graesha is probably the most photogenic person I have ever encountered.  Neither I, nor my camera, could get enough of her beauty and radiant smile.  Little Lyla on the other hand, went to the beat of her own drum. Equally adorable with those incredible blue eyes and blonde locks, however Lyla wasn’t as interested in playing model and was much more excited about sticks and water bottles.  None the less, this beautiful family was sure able to produce some gorgeous photographs. Even Lyla was patient while we coaxed her into sitting for a photo, instead of exploring and chasing ducks.  Thank you Pahl family for the beautiful afternoon and all of the laughs.

Enjoy!

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