Elmira and Anthony - Engagement Session

This is going to sound so cheesy, but if you look up "cute" in the dictionary, there should be a picture of Elmira and Anthony there - you would need no further definition! These two are bubbly and very much in love, and we had a great time with them at English Bay. Despite the crowds of people, these two were totally relaxed in front of the camera and just did what they seem to do best - laugh and smile at each other! Elmira and Anthony are getting married in August, oddly enough at the same place where Chris and I got married - Richmond City Hall! Ah, the nostalgia!

Rahim and Sheheen - Engagement Session

Rahim and Sheheen wanted to do their session at a place that had personal meaning for them, so we went to UBC where they both studied, met, and fell in love. I've never really walked around UBC before, but it was so neat to see how many different photo opportunities the area offers - there's cool architecture, beautiful gardens, and all sorts of interesting little spots here and there. Rahim and Sheheen are getting married in July, and their event promises to be very unique. They are getting married at a beautiful mosque, which we've worked at before - but never at night! Their ceremony is at 8:30pm, so the whole place will be lit up and sparkling - we can't wait to see it!

Megan and Steve - Engagement Session

Often engagement sessions can be a little awkward for our clients, which is totally understandable because it's the first time they've really been in front of a professional photographer. Megan and Steve were the complete opposite! These two were laughing it up and having a great time in front of the camera with barely a word from me - and as such, we were able to capture some great images which I think reflect their easy-going personalities. Megan and Steve's wedding is in July, and it sounds like it will be very classy and very colourful - did I mention their theme colours are raspberry and orange? Looking forward to it!

Melina and David - May 20, 2006

May 20 was Melina and David's big day, and we were there to capture it! Having experienced the wacky and fun-loving personalities of these two at their engagement session, we knew their wedding day would have some surprises - and we were not disappointed! I think my favourite surprise was during the ceremony, when David was asked by the pastor "Do you take Melina to be your wife?" He answered (actually, yelled) an emphatic "I DO!" while sending his fist up in the air Superman-style! (see image below) On a more serious note, Melina looked seriously gorgeous. Her dress was taffeta and lovingly made by her aunt, a professional seamstress. It was a truly beautiful and unique creation of ivory with accents of gold, and Melina looked totally radiant in it. After the photo session it was off to the reception, starting with a traditional tea ceremony. Amongst many other touching gifts, Melina and David received a lot of "bling" (their words, not mine!) from family. We had a wonderful time documenting their day and we wish them both the very best!

Monique and Drew - Engagement Session

Just like Steveston (see Christa and Kevin's engagement session below), we've photographed in Gastowns' Gaoler's Mews several times. Again, we found some new angles and ideas for Monique and Drew's engagement session in May. These two are a little camera shy, so it was great that we had this area all to ourselves! Monique and Drew are a couple very much in love (it's quite obvious by the way they look at each other!) and it was a pleasure getting to know them better at their session. Monique has some seriously striking blue eyes that just sparkle in the photographs - I'm sure they will look even more luminous when she sees Drew on their wedding day in June!

Christa and Kevin - Engagement Session

In May we did Christa and Kevin's engagement session in Steveston. This area holds personal meaning for these two because it was the location of their first (somewhat official) date. We had a beautiful day to wander around Steveston and find some cool and interesting locations. We've shot lots of times in this area, but everytime we're there, we find new spots! The place is constantly changing which keeps it fresh and exciting for photo sessions! During their session, we also got to hear more about Christa and Kevin's wedding this July - there are going to be lots of personal touches and a great influence of their personal style throughout their big day! They've put a lot of thought into the details and we're really looking forward to seeing the results!