Bob + Michelle Wedding
The location for this engagement photo session was the Marina. Bob and Michelle, like most couples, were a bit unsure as to what they had gotten themselves into. After the first few photos were taken though they immediately relaxed and had a great time. I just told them to sit back let me do all the work and act natural.
The location for this engagement photo session was the Marina. Bob and Michelle, like most couples, were a bit unsure as to what they had gotten themselves into. After the first few photos were taken though they immediately relaxed and had a great time. I just told them to sit back let me do all the work and act natural. I have had a couple other shoots at this location so it is always a challenge coming up with new and fresh photos. But, with each new couple, the opportunities seem to present themselves so there was absolutely nothing to worry about.
We started at the first dock and made our way to the other end of the Marina, stopping along the way. I don’t think Michelle was quite expecting me to make her get so close to the water but she was brave enough to do so. It wasn’t always a stable surface, but she managed to look completely relaxed even when she was scared of possibly falling in. Plus she had Bob there to save her if she did stumble. The end result was some truly creative photos.
Thanks to Bob and Michelle for being very easy going and pretty much doing anything I told them to do! I can’t wait for the wedding this summer.
Kim + Glynn Wedding
Not too many people have winter weddings, especially in Thunder Bay, but this one was different. Kim and Glynn approached me to shoot their short and intimate wedding at the Thunder Bay Conservatory, which is a fantastic setting for a wedding.
Not too many people have winter weddings, especially in Thunder Bay, but this one was different. Kim and Glynn approached me to shoot their short and intimate wedding at the Thunder Bay Conservatory, which is a fantastic setting for a wedding. Once I arrived I quickly unloaded my cameras and took some nice candid shots. Once the ceremony started everyone made their way to the small bridge. With the greenery and waterfall in the background, you couldn’t ask for a more peaceful and romantic backdrop.
Erika + Stephen Wedding
The last wedding of the summer was my second one in a row at Crystal Beach, a small waterfront cottage community just outside of Thunder Bay. Friends of the family let Erica and Stephen use their house and and enormous backyard for the ceremony. After a short but sweet ceremony guests and family mingled and enjoyed the great weather and appetizers.
The last wedding of the summer was my second one in a row at Crystal Beach, a small waterfront cottage community just outside of Thunder Bay. Friends of the family let Erica and Stephen use their house and and enormous backyard for the ceremony. After a short but sweet ceremony guests and family mingled and enjoyed the great weather and appetizers.
Once Erica and Stephen visited with everyone for a bit we started taking some group and family photos in the backyard. We then made our way down to the park for some wedding party portraits. After that it was off to the beach for some amazing photos against the backdrop of the lake. On the way we back we quickly stopped at the bridge from some creative and fun portraits.
The ceremony itself was at the Italian Hall. As always there were a lot of great speeches and the food was amazing. The cake was one of my favourite decorations, as it was custom created by a local woman. Erica, Stephen and both of their families were extremely friendly and I was so happy I was able to photography their special day.
Jessica + Billy Wedding
It’s been a very busy summer for weddings, but I was anxious as ever to photograph a small wedding at Crystal Beach. It was another amazing venue. The ceremony took place right on the rocks by the lake. After a 10 minute walk down the dirt road, everyone eventually found a place on the rocks. It was then Jessica’s turn to make her entrance with her father. Holding hands, they slowly made their way to the crowd and to her future husband, Billy.
It’s been a very busy summer for weddings, but I was anxious as ever to photograph a small wedding at Crystal Beach. It was another amazing venue. The ceremony took place right on the rocks by the lake. After a 10 minute walk down the dirt road, everyone eventually found a place on the rocks. It was then Jessica’s turn to make her entrance with her father. Holding hands, they slowly made their way to the crowd and to her future husband, Billy.
Once the ceremony was done everyone gathered around for some big group shots. The backdrop of the lake made for some wonderful photos. It was then Jessica and Billy’s turn for some couple portraits. As usual, I let them do their own thing as I sat back and captured some natural photos.
The reception was held in a tent in the backyard. This time around, in order for a kiss, someone had to tell a personal experience they had with either Billy or Jessica. Once a few people got up, pretty much everyone in the crowd told a story. It made for a lot of laughs and also plenty of tears.
It was a pleasure photographing such a small yet big spirited and fun wedding. Thank you to Jessica and Billy for choosing me as their photographer. Congratulations!
Brett + Stef Wedding
Eganville was the setting for one of my latest weddings. It’s a small town just outside of Ottawa, Ontario. The day started at Brett and Stef’s house where I spent some time with the boys taking photos of them getting ready. I was then off to Stef’s mom’s place where we got some portraits of Stef and the family.
Eganville was the setting for one of my latest weddings. It’s a small town just outside of Ottawa, Ontario. The day started at Brett and Stef’s house where I spent some time with the boys taking photos of them getting ready. I was then off to Stef’s mom’s place where we got some portraits of Stef and the family.
The ceremony was in a small church which was packed full of family and friends. Afterwards the entire wedding party went back to the house and we took some more portraits in the yard and by the lake. Lastly, we then went to the farm across the street from Brett and Stef’s place to take some more portraits. From the open field to the horse and carriage, there were plenty of opportunities for some great moments. We were also able to get a few quick photos of Brett and Stef with their horses, which after some encouragement, posed for a couple shots.
The reception was amazing. The food was great and the decorations were fun and inventive. In order to get the bride and groom to kiss, you had to rope an empty saddle. It made for some good laughs. Once the speeches were done, the live band started playing and everyone danced into the early hours. As always, thanks to Brett, Stef and both of their families for allowing me to be part of their special day. And also, making sure I was properly fed and hydrated on what must have been one of the most humid days I can remember.
Lindsay + Dustin Wedding
Lindsay and Dustin celebrated their wedding on July 30th, 2011. The day started off at the groom’s and then off to the bride’s. Watching Dustin and Lindsay get ready on their wedding day was exciting. It allowed me to capture some really good natural moments. The nervousness and the anticipation simply can’t be hidden during that time.
Lindsay and Dustin celebrated their wedding on July 30th, 2011. The day started off at the groom’s and then off to the bride’s. Watching Dustin and Lindsay get ready on their wedding day was exciting. It allowed me to capture some really good natural moments. The nervousness and the anticipation simply can’t be hidden during that time. After that, it was time for some pre-portraits before the ceremony itself. We gathered the whole group and headed down to Victoria street to take some quick shots in front of some old buildings.
The ceremony itself was at the MNR which ended up being a beautiful location for the wedding and some portraits afterwards. Aside from a missing ring after the ceremony, everything went very smooth. Everyone then made their way to the Nor Wester where it was time to get on with the celebration. There were some truly moving speeches and plenty of tears shed and laughs too. In the end, the entire day was a joy for me to photograph. Thanks again to Lindsay and Dustin for including me in their special day.
Tara + Jake Wedding
Nolalu was the setting for my first wedding of the 2011 season. The forecast called for rain but luckily the weather held up and it ended up being the perfect day for a wedding. The ceremony took place at Silver Falls which was a nice 10 minute walk along a beautiful path. After everyone made their way there, Tara made started her walk towards the alter. As you can tell from the photos below she looked beautiful, which made my job that much easier.
Nolalu was the setting for my first wedding of the 2011 season. The forecast called for rain but luckily the weather held up and it ended up being the perfect day for a wedding. The ceremony took place at Silver Falls which was a nice 10 minute walk along a beautiful path. After everyone made their way there, Tara made started her walk towards the alter. As you can tell from the photos below she looked beautiful, which made my job that much easier.
Once the ceremony was over we walked around a little and used some of the wonderful backdrops for the portraits. We then made our way back to the house and used the old barn for some more portraits
Next up was the ceremony which was at a camp down the road right on the lake. Later on during the reception we took advantage of the dock on the lake for some more creative photos. Thank you very much to Tara and Jake for being such a fun and spontaneous couple to photograph.
Jackie + Marcy Wedding
It was a brisk fall afternoon with plenty of sun, the perfect day for a wedding! The day started at 2:00pm sharp at theThunder Bay Conservatory. This was my first wedding there and it was by far my favourite setting to date. The backdrops for all the photos were a photographer’s dream.
It was a brisk fall afternoon with plenty of sun, the perfect day for a wedding! The day started at 2:00pm sharp at theThunder Bay Conservatory. This was my first wedding there and it was by far my favourite setting to date. The backdrops for all the photos were a photographer’s dream.
The ceremony took place on the small bridge which had a serene stream running underneath it. Both Jackie and Marcy looked beautiful which only made my job that much easier for the all the photos I took that day.
After the ceremony we got photos of all the groups and a few of just Jackie and Marcy. With the light streaming down from the glass roof, it made for some truly great photos.
Next up were the outdoor portrait shoots. This is where the real fun began. First up was one of the more popular spots in Thunder Bay, Hillcrest Park. We did a few photos by the canon, down by the trees and of course with the sleeping giant as a backdrop. As always I was able to snap a few candids as well.
From there we went to Boulevard Park. After taking some quick shots on the bridge we ventured down on to the rocks. Both Jackie and Marcy showed no fear jumping over large puddles and doing their best not to slip and fall.
Another spot we had on our list was Centennial Park. We could have spent all day there but instead we picked a few locations and just rolled with it. Again both Jackie and Marcy were up for anything. Whether it was getting in the bulldozer or climbing up on the horse carriage, nothing was off limits.
Before we called it a day we did one final pose at the top of the bluffs. The day went by super fast and we got a lot done in 3 hours, including the ceremony! I couldn’t have asked for a more fun couple to photograph. They were both extremely easy going and willing to do anything I said!
Connie + Joey Wedding
It was another beautiful fall Saturday afternoon at the Nor Wester. A perfect day for a wedding. This, my second wedding at this location, was for Connie and Joey. It was a small ceremony, which made it that much more intimate.
It was another beautiful fall Saturday afternoon at the Nor Wester. A perfect day for a wedding. This, my second wedding at this location, was for Connie and Joey. It was a small ceremony, which made it that much more intimate. Everything seemed to come together perfectly. Both Joey & Connie looked fantastic as well as the rest of the wedding party. The ceremony was accented nicely by live music played by a local harpist. It was a pleasure to photograph this wedding and I hope my future clients are as friendly and fun as Connie and Joey were!
Janice + Roy Wedding
As mentioned in my previous post, my second wedding was in Nipigon, that was on a Saturday. I had no time to let it sink in as I had another one the very next day! Luckily it was an afternoon wedding so I did have time to actually recharge all the batteries. This time it was at the Norwester. I popular choice for weddings in the Thunder Bay area and one that provides some great opportunities for outdoor photos.
As mentioned in my previous post, my second wedding was in Nipigon, that was on a Saturday. I had no time to let it sink in as I had another one the very next day! Luckily it was an afternoon wedding so I did have time to actually recharge all the batteries. This time it was at the Norwester. I popular choice for weddings in the Thunder Bay area and one that provides some great opportunities for outdoor photos.
Once everything got underway I got into position and clicked away as the the wedding party walked down the isle. One of my favourite photos of the day was of the flower girls which can be viewed below. The ceremony itself was very sweet and you could tell Janice and Roy were both a bit nervous but very much in love. They both looked amazing, especially Janice, which always makes my job as a photographer that much easier.
For the portrait photos we headed over to the small dock by the pond. They only wanted a few really nice ones so we spent about 15 minutes shooting some unique poses. It was a small reception but a very beautiful one. A Dash of Love Events did a fabulous job of decorating and organizing the whole event. The highlight of the night, aside from the first dance, would definitely have to be the two contemporary dancers from Toronto Janice hired. They came all the way down from the big city to perform 3 wonderfully moving dances. Thanks again to Janice and Roy for allowing me to document their wedding day.
