Sigh… Linnet and Jean-Philippe’s wedding was a dreamy one. Nothing like starting the season off right with an incredible wedding.

We had been watching the weather for weeks and it unfortunately looked like rain was going to make a big appearance on the day of. Lucky for us, it didn’t hit until we were winding down and heading home after a scrumptious dinner at the Blue Door.

The day had a bit of a late start which only gave us 30 minutes in total to do couple’s photos. Even with these restrictions, we got so many incredible shots in various locations on campus. I couldn’t be happier with how it all panned out. The intimate and sweet ceremony on the campus chapel was beautiful. All these two really cared about was spending the rest of their lives with each other, feeding everyone some wonderful food, and spending the day with those they love most. Everything a wedding should be, was, on their day.

I couldn’t have asked for a more relaxed, photogenic, or gorgeous couple. I loved capturing their engagement photos, but I loved their wedding even more. As I’ve said before, Linnet and Jean-Philippe’s love is tangible through every photo and their happiness is incredibly contagious. I am so happy I was able to be a part of their day, I wish them all the happiness in the world for the rest of their lives together!

 

 

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Ray and Sylvie are the most incredible couple I have ever met in my life. There, I said it. Sorry everyone! But they are! Here’s why…

I met Ray and Sylvie almost three years ago when I first moved to New Brunswick. Both so upbeat, bubbly, and fun to be around. Not too long after I quit my job that I worked at with Sylvie, to pursue photography full time, the devastating news came the Sylvie had breast cancer.  I removed the cap from my lens and I shot some of the most stunning boudoir sessions of our girl before she sadly, lost her girls. A toast, or many, to strength and recovery we had together that day. I watched as she battled and conquered one of life’s most hideous faces, with the love of her life by her side. Ray was beyond supportive and he remained positive and uplifting. Within the year, Ray had proposed, and Sylvie saw the end in sight, regarding her treatments. Unfortunately, two weeks before her last radiation treatment, cancer was about show it’s hideous face again. This time in Ray, as he was diagnosed with esophageal cancer and started his battle. Yet, he still remained one of the most optimistic people I’ve ever met. It was now Sylvie who stood by his side and supported him throughout something that was still so fresh to her, and she hardly blinked an eye. A true testimony to how amazing both of these two are. They love each other with every ounce of their being. A year later, Ray’s cancer took a turn for the worse. But, the two strongest, most unstoppable, positive people that they are, they didn’t skip a beat and decided to take the bull by the horns and started crossing off their bucket lists. Within two weeks, with the help of many friends and family members,  Ray and Sylvie planned their dream day… And a dream it was.

It was the coldest day of the year thus far, but the sun was shinning and there wasn’t a cloud in the sky. There was a calm euphoria surrounding everyone and everything that day.The girls were getting ready at the Delta Moncton. Surrounded by her closest girls and daughter, Sylvie was eager and excited. Champagne was flowing and you could hear the laughs from down the hall. It was a first for me, as I not only was the photographer, but I was Sylvie’s makeup artist also! That was nerve racking, let me tell you! My hands couldn’t stop shaking as I did her makeup, but the end product was better than I could have ever hoped for. After the girls were well on their way, we headed over to Ray and Sylvie’s house to get some photos of the boys getting ready. The whiskey was being poured and the boys were calm and relaxed. Maybe from the whiskey? We snapped a few shots and headed on our way to the ceremony and reception site.

We gathered in a room where Ray and Sylvie were going to have their first look. As we waited for the bride to arrive, Ray looked over his vows and made some adjustments. The way Ray looked and took all of Sylvie in, after first seeing her as his future bride for the first time in her dress, was enough to make anyone weep. We did a second, first look, as Sylvie’s daughter, Ellie, came in and showed off her adorable looks! Was another precious moment, in a day jam packed with beautiful memories.

The intimate ceremony, consisting of only close friends and family,  started and I can honestly say that there wasn’t a dry eye in the place. Their vows to each other were incredible, but Ray’s vows to Ellie, were even more heartwarming. It was so sacred, it was so special to be a part of. Everything was simple, there was zero stress, there was no expectations, and it was exactly the way it should be. All they cared about was finally being husband and wife. As everyone choked back their tears and cheered on the new husband and wife, we had an amazing dinner and mingle session.  There was an open house reception, as many people, who’ve been blessed with being friends with these two, wanted to come to wish their best wishes to the happily married couple!

Ray and Sylvie, you are both so inspirational and motivational.  You are both phenomenal people, and together, you’ve formed an unbreakable unity to last an eternity. What you’ve both been through in the last 2 years of your lives together, is more than most people will see in a lifetime. Yet, you’ve come out stronger. You’ve taught us all to never take our loved ones for granted and to live in the moment. Thank you for allowing me to be a part of your special day, I couldn’t be happier for the both of you.

So if you don’t agree with me yet, why these two are the best couple ever…strap yourselves in, grab the tissues, and get ready for Ray and Sylvie’s beautiful wedding day photos.

 

    

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What anticipation waiting for Stephanie and Mike’s fall wedding to arrive. The last wedding of my very busy wedding season and I couldn’t have gone out with a better bang! This was one of the most memorable weddings I have ever been to in my career! I met Stephanie and Mike back in the spring when we did our engagement shoot and I knew right then and there, their wedding was going to be incredible. Both so in love and so photogenic.

We started off getting ready with the girls at Stephanie’s and Mike’s house in Riverview, the weather was mild, not too cold, and partly sunny (awesome for an October wedding)! We took our time there, had lots of laughs, a few teary moments, and some puppy snuggles of course. The boys were getting ready not far from us, and we arrived there just in time to catch them having a beer…or two. The boys didn’t have any teary moments, but plenty of laughs, some excited, some slightly nervous. The yanked out their Boston Bruins jerseys and hats and insisted we get a few with them in those. ( Even though I am a Canuck fan… I happily obliged). We headed to a sweet little location with a covered bridge for the first look. It was one of my favourite locations I’ve ever shot at. The first look was perfection, and we continued shooting there, taking full advantage of the fall foliage around us! We split up the bridal party photos into a few different locations, one outside the church, and one on Dobson trail. The lighting, trees, leaves, and people were all incredible. A cute church wedding, followed by an amazingly decorated reception at the Moncton Golf Club. ( Decorated by the families and friends of the bride and groom! ).

Mike and Stephanie have been together since high school and you can plainly see that their love has not faded at all. They make each other laugh, they appreciate each other, and most importantly, they love each other unconditionally. I had such a blast hanging out with the entire wedding party and I wish I could re live this wedding day, every day! I loved this wedding so much, I even submitted a photo to the Vogue Italia website…and it was published! These two are meant to be models, I swear! The are so ridiculously, ridiculously, good looking. ( Okay, may have stolen that line from Zoolander, but hey, it’s true! )

Thanks for such an incredible experience you two! Congrats again!

 

 

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Catherine and Donny’s day was the perfect way to end August! With Donny all decked out in his military formals, Catherine looking radiant, and the weather cooperating ( for most of the day ), the day couldn’t have gone better.

We started on campus for our first look photos. ( First looks are one of my favourite parts of the day! ). It was hard to not shed a tear while these two both embraced each other after their first peek at one another. After a few shots on campus, we headed down to Moreville park right before downtown! The location was absolutely beautiful, though we couldn’t stay long because the mosquitoes were eating us alive! It was a feeding frenzy for them. With the bridal party in hand we went to the walking bridge and dodged a ton of people to get those perfect bridge shots. We ended our bridal party shots under the most glorious willow tree that made for some stunning shots. The ceremony and reception was in a beautiful ballroom in the Crowne hotel. The decorations were breathtaking and the room looked incredible. The officiant, Jennifer Donovan, did another amazing job at marrying two more of her friends in a very unique and modern ceremony.

Catherine and Donny were so wonderful to work with. They took time to thank and appreciate everyone that helped with the success of their day, including a really sweet gift for me which was so unexpected! As well as taking the time to really appreciate and show gratitude to each other on their special day. With two people who wear their hearts on their sleeves, they made me feel like I was a part of the family for the entire day. As I have said this again and again, I couldn’t have been luckier with having another wonderful, loving, and sincere couple. Catherine and Donny’s wedding will always be one I remember. So full of love and so willing to share it!

The last few months working along side Cat and Donny were so easy and stress free. These two feel like friends, not just clients. Their appreciation and love they showed me really makes me feel proud and that I am right where I belong. It’s obvious in every single photo how much these two love each other and how their love extends so far into the ones they love and care for. Thanks again for an incredible experience you two! I can’t wait to work with you again!!

 

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After much anticipation, Amanda and Blair’s  wedding day finally arrived! What a fantastic experience it was!

We started downtown at the Delta Fredericton for a few getting ready photos of the girls, then we headed off to the barracks for some heartwarming first look/couple’s photos. We took the bridal party ( all four of them! ), to the North side park near the walking bridge to capture some amazing group shots, then it was off to Duck’s Unlimited for the ceremony and light reception to follow. The weather was overcast which is perfect for photos. No squinting, no sweating, no sunburns! The place was beautifully decorated by Ever After Decor and the setting sun, ( YAY for sun glare! ), made for some gorgeous ceremony photos. Jennifer Donovan, the officiant, did an absolutely stunning job at marrying her two friends with a simple, elegant, and truly unique ceremony.

Blair and Amanda were so relaxed and easy going on their wedding day. Things went smoothly and if they didn’t, Amanda and Blair wouldn’t have had a care in the world. All that seemed to matter was getting married, being surrounded by their closest friends and family, and enjoying this special day to the fullest! I couldn’t have asked for a more genuine, sincere, and loving couple. They even invited me, with open arms, to stay for a drink after my day was done – the punch was to die for! I most happily obliged, and mingled with them, and their guests!

Spending the day with Amanda, Blair, Catherine ( MOH) , Andrew ( BM ), their friends, and their family didn’t feel like I was spending the day with clients, but with good friends. They truly made me feel great about what I do, and it’s people like that that keep my fire going! You can clearly see in every single photo, the love these two share and are willing to share with the ones they love the most. ( Like their adorable son Alex! ).

Thanks again to the happy couple to one of the most memorable weddings I’ve had the pleasure in shooting!

 

 
 

 

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