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Travis + Kate – Fort Worden Wedding Sneak Peek

Ryan — Tue, 20 Dec 2011 05:13:13 +0000

Just back in Victoria after wrapping up the last wedding of 2011. Travis and Kate’s wedding at Fort Worden State Park in Port Townsend, Washington was the icing on the cake! Here’s a sneak peek of a few images before we kick off the holiday season with a full post from their big day to come in the New Year. Congratulations Travis and Kate!! I had a blast and so many laughs!

Joel + Scott – New York City Wedding Day Two

Ryan — Sat, 19 Nov 2011 02:59:16 +0000

The day after the wedding, and following brunch at The Standard Grill, we went out for some portraits around the Meatpacking District and Greenwich Village. Joel and Scott had a bit of time between brunch and flying away for their South African honeymoon, so we made good use of the time and even ran some errands at the Apple Store mid-session! See the full wedding post HERE.
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Sandra + Aaron – Hotel Grand Pacific Wedding Victoria BC

Ryan — Sun, 13 Nov 2011 01:55:40 +0000

Sandra and Aaron are a fun couple to be around…they each have great sarcastic sense of humour. Sandra is from Ontario, and Aaron is from Alberta, and since they both live in Victoria, it seemed the best ‘middle spot’ to have their wedding. Friends and family flew in from all over to enjoy their big day. The weather couldn’t have been more cooperative in showing folks from away that it doesn’t always rain in Victoria. In fact, their wedding was on one of the hottest days of the summer. Their ceremony was at St. Andrew’s Cathedral, and the rest of the festivities took place at the Hotel Grand Pacific. Sandra’s grandmother kept us laughing pretty steadily during the morning, spurred on by an interesting article about sex and aging in the Globe and Mail. Not hard to see that the sense of humour runs in the family. Congratulations Sandra and Aaron!

Joel + Scott – The Big D(g)ay New York City Wedding

Ryan — Thu, 10 Nov 2011 18:20:05 +0000

When Joel and Scott decided to get married, my friend Jason suggested me as a photographer. I received an email from Jason introducing me to Joel, and within about two emails, I was booking my flight to New York City to photograph their wedding. Forever grateful. Joel and Scott have been together for 13 years and planned an intimate mystery wedding weekend for their closest friends, who travelled mostly from Los Angeles, San Francisco, Chicago, and NYC. The vague details were outlined to them, but other than that the guests were left to go with the flow and wait for things to unfold! I flew into New York a few days beforehand to meet Joel and Scott and to get acquainted with The West Village, where all of the events were to take place. Joel shared the details with me, and when I saw all of their friends the night before the wedding at the Hotel Gansevoort meet-and-greet, they were trying to pry information out of me! It was a wonderful wedding because the guests were as excited as the couple, partially due to the element of the unknown. The day started with famous biscuit breakfast sandwiches at The 11th Street Cafe, followed by a walking tour of the West Village. Guests were told in the morning to meet at Lievito in the afternoon prior to the ceremony (location still unknown to them at this point). While there, Jason struck up his bagpipes and led the guests through the West Village, with everyone receiving a rose from sweet Meghan waiting on the corner. After a few blocks, we could see Joel and Scott waiting at the gates of a park. They wanted to celebrate their wedding in the city they love, in their neighbourhood. The park was beneath the window of their new home, so now every time they look out their window, they’ll be reminded of their big day. Or as they call it, their Big D(g)ay. The ceremony had everyone in tears (including myself). Their vows were sincere and genuine, and the words spoken by their close friends were equally touching. It was exactly the way they wanted their day to be, and it was wonderful to share in that celebration. The reception was at Norwood, and the big hit of the night (other than the newlyweds), was individual cakes for every guest…a complete sugar high at the end of the evening! Joel and Scott…I can’t thank you enough for trusting me to document your day, in your beautiful city. Your wonderful friends welcomed me with open arms, and you are truly fortunate to have them in your lives. Somehow on your big day, you made us all feel like we were the lucky ones. Congratulations again!

Kelly + Sandy – Inverary Inn Resort Wedding

Ryan — Wed, 09 Nov 2011 21:10:13 +0000

What do you get when a dentist marries a fisherman? A big Cape Breton wedding, that’s what! Kelly and Sandy had their wedding in Baddeck at the Inverary Inn Resort, with the ceremony at St. Michael’s Church. We snuck away briefly after the ceremony for some photos along Water Street before heading back to party for the rest of the evening. The guests shut the place down, giving multiple encores to the band, and they definitely weren’t ready to call it a night! Cape Bretoners sure know how to have a good time!

Gillian + Ryan – Westin Bear Mountain Wedding

Ryan — Sat, 05 Nov 2011 17:39:48 +0000

Gillian and Ryan were married at the Westin Bear Mountain Resort in August. They didn’t want to leave their guests for too long for portraits so we were on site for the whole day. I stayed with the girls before the ceremony and photographed them getting ready and Gillian was quite possibly the calmest bride, taking care of everyone else from makeup and hairdos, to making sure every last gal had a drink! After the ceremony, we hopped in a van and were driven through the bumpy back roads to the 19th hole for some bridal party and couple photos. Ryan looked pretty slick and Don Draper-esque in his suit, and Gillian’s backless dress was gorgeous. By the time we returned back to the resort, the wind had picked up and blankets were handed out for the guests dining on the patio…which made for a pretty cozy reception!

Joel + Scott – New York City Wedding Sneak Peek

Ryan — Mon, 24 Oct 2011 04:48:35 +0000

Two images from Joel and Scott’s wonderful wedding this past weekend in New York City. Happy Honeymooning!

Anita + Ken – Abkhazi Garden Wedding Victoria BC

Ryan — Sun, 11 Sep 2011 01:07:42 +0000

Anita and Ken had their vow renewal at the Abkhazi Garden surrounded by family and friends from all parts of the globe. We took some photos prior to the ceremony and when we arrived at the garden, Anita changed into her gorgeous custom gown. I knew once I saw the gown that I had to somehow conjure up some wind, so I suggested we head out for some more photos after the ceremony. We went straight toward the ocean because if I’ve learned anything growing up by the sea, you can always count on a good gust of wind there! As hoped, the wind was blowing…really blowing, and freezing. Anita stood there like a trooper and then took a little break from the wind to warm up with a rest in the long grass. Only one minor mishap during the day with a broken Manolo Blahnik shoe, but the rest of the day went off without a hitch! Jenna Shouldice was with me shooting for Anita and Ken’s big day, and as always it was a treat to have her along! I’m sure she’ll have some of her images posted down the road. Congratulations again Anita and Ken!

Sandra + Aaron – Hotel Grand Pacific Wedding Sneak Peek

Ryan — Sun, 04 Sep 2011 06:17:09 +0000

One image from Sandra and Aaron’s wedding today as I’m downloading images. So much fun with these folks!

Kelly + Sandy – Inverary Inn Wedding Sneak Peek

Ryan — Fri, 02 Sep 2011 17:52:40 +0000