Stefanie & Mark - December 19, 08

We just got back from a 4 day trip to Campbell River for Stefanie and Mark's wedding.  I started my day at the hair salon with the girls as usual, this time with hair and makeup at the salon.  Stefanie looked awesome!  Everyone kept saying she looked like a Hollywood Movie Star...

Meanwhile, Mark and the guys went to a barber shop and then bowling.  Here's Mark having the closest shave of his life.

First meeting....

They certainly picked the right day as the weather was beautiful and the snow stopped falling so we could even get outside for a little bit.  But, it was FREEEEZING!

Next it was off to the venue: Oyster Bay Resort, where the bridal party and some guests also had cabins.  We took a few more shots outside with the last of the light.....

Before heading into their cabin where things heated up!

Here's the whole bridal party...

Next was the ceremony but you'll have to wait for pictures from that.  Right after we headed out to make snow angels....

Before going back inside for dinner and dancing....

Lots more to come guys, but for now, congratulations and MERRY CHRISTMAS!

Oliver

Just over a year ago I shot Julia and Evren's wedding up at Furry Creek.  Now, I got to meet their amazing little guy, Oliver.  What a superstar!

Being a star is so tiring....

I love this shot of the family.....

Happy holidays!!!!

Raj & Jack

This is such a madly busy time of the year for everyone.  Raj is due just before Christmas and Jack runs a mobile tyre business.  EVERYBODY wanted to change their tyres this week with the snow forecast so he was pretty busy, but we managed to get the shoot in.

Here are a few of my favs....

I always get excited when I see tattoos, pierces or other body art - it makes for beautiful photography and is quite personal.

And just a lick of light here...

Have a great Christmas and I'll meet your little one in the New Year!

Paskeron - December 6, 2008

"Paskeron" is a combination of Julia and Brett's last names, and is a way they described their much anticipated wedding. Kerry Reid from Fairy Godmother Weddings was onboard for this one and both Kerry and myself were totally looking forward to working with Julia and Brett.

With Christmas just around the corner, it will be a little while until I complete their images, so I'm posting a few more photos than usual.....plus I couldn't decide!

Susannah and I started the day at the Sheraton catching the end of getting ready.  

Here's Julia looking gorgeous!

Julia changed in her room and then went back to be with her bridesmaids......

Here is their reaction on seeing her in her dress.....

Due to a nail crisis the girls were running a little behind so Brett and the guys had to wait.....

We had Julia come down the stairs behind Brett.  I think the anticipation just about killed poor Brett....

We took a few quick shots inside....

.....before braving the elements and heading outside.  It was raining and very cold so we headed under Burrard Bridge for some bridal party shots....

It was nearly dark and incredibly cold - the girls were so brave!

And the guys were fantastic in giving up their jackets...

It got dark really quick, but we got some cool shots of Julia and Brett using our new video light. I love the soft moody light it creates....

Then we headed back to the Sheraton to do some Christmas lights shots.  We had to hide from guest waiting for the party bus to take them to the ceremony site, so we had a little fun with the escalators.....

Before getting some shots outside....

Then it was off to Queen Elizabeth Park to the Celebration Pavilion where the lovely Karen Ell conducted a very fun ceremony...

Last stop was the ScotiaBank Dance Centre for the reception.  Hazel from Barwick Designs did a fantastic job of decorating and the room looked awesome!

Brett's surprise for Julia was to have it snow during their first dance.....sweeet!

Julia and Brett celebrated 8 years together on their wedding day.  You guys are super and we wish you many many more years of happiness.

Merry Christmas!

Anja & Zeus

Anja & Zeus came in for some maternity photos. The power of the internet is so cool - they were able to get local info and my studio was so close they were able to walk here.

These guys were lovely and we just chatted on throughout the shoot.

Of course we had to get some shots with their dog, Shilo, who did really well despite being in a very interesting new environment.

This one makes me laugh!

Beautiful!
It was a pleasure to meet you and I look forward to meeting your little one!