When I first got an email from B asking me to be their wedding photographer at Camp Kintail, I was so honoured. She had told me the story of how they met at camp as employees, and grew closer as M trained B on the high ropes course. In her own words, “knot tying was hard for me (and heights, at the time) and he was a very patient teacher”. And as the day was finally here, a questionable forecast could never stop these two from celebrating at their favourite place on earth.

This gorgeous summer day began with C and his groomsmen at an Airbnb in Stratford, a quiet loft downtown that was perfect for calming those morning-of nerves. While we worked through the traditional photos of ties being tied and jackets being buttoned, one of the groomsmen mentioned a unique decoration they had stumbled upon in the stairwell. If you know anything about Stratford, the abundance of rentals means you definitely run into some quirky decor - but a pink spray painted bicycle mid-hallway was…certainly a first for all of us!

There was not a dry eye around as we saw J’s reaction to his beautiful fiancée, finally seeing her for the first time that day. Since K & J have settled in Alberta, witnessing their Ontario family be present for the sweetest vows was so heartwarming. I absolutely loved the final images of their first kiss, showing how many lovely family members and friends had come to support them and celebrate that day.

On what is likely to be the biggest and best day of your life thus far, you deserve a team of vendors cheering you on, celebrating with you and creating the wedding of your dreams - don’t settle for any less! We are past the ‘rainbow marketing’ era, you can build a team of vendors who affirm you and your partners’ identities and firmly believe your love is something to celebrate!

Thinking of planning your maternity session for golden hour? Picture this: you and your partner standing amidst fields of goldenrod and wildflowers, your silhouettes glowing in the soft, warm light. The quiet beauty of places like the West Perth Wetlands provide the perfect backdrop, with a large pond reflecting the gorgeous sunset. It's moments like these that remind me why I fell in love with photography.

When it comes to maternity photos, every bump tells its own story, and every journey to parenthood is one-of-a-kind. One of the best parts of my job is helping expecting parents capture photos that truly reflect their personalities and experiences. If you're planning a maternity photoshoot, here are seven fun ways to add a personal touch and make your session truly yours.