UBC Boathouse Wedding: Farren + Ryan Vancouver Wedding

UBC Boathouse Wedding: Farren + Ryan

We are so happy to finally be sharing more images from this beautiful wedding with Farren and Ryan. This was one of our few weddings where we had a second shooter, and we were thrilled to have Natalee fly in from Edmonton to be with us (check her out, she is honestly AMAZING!).

The wedding day itself was picture perfect. Perfect weather. Wonderful people. Beautiful location. What more could we have asked for?

My favourite part of their day was seeing how loved they were by all their friends. We must have spend hours on that deck taking pictures of friend after friend who wanted to sneak a pic with the couple. The love was so infectious that I felt like I was missing out and needed a selfie with them.

We are so thankful to Farren and Ryan for trusting us to capture their special day, and especially thankful that they tried any idea we thought would be fun. The time we spent together during that amazing sunset are still some of my favourite images and featured heavily throughout our website.

To end the beautiful night we were treated to some traditional Scottish line dancing that had EVERYONE off their seat and dancing the night away.

Venue: John M. S. Lecky UBC Boathouse

Wedding Dress: Truvelle Bridal

Hair: Eva Terez Beauty

Makeup: Eva Terez Beauty

Groomsmen Attire: Tip Top Tailors

Florist: Floralista

Catering: Sister's Act Catering

Band/DJ: Derek Blades

Coordinator: Amanda Stevenson

Second Shooter: Natalee Faith

Videographers: Nils Kimmel - Forever After Studios

Rustic DIY Wedding: Rachel + Tyler Abbotsford Wedding

Rustic DIY Wedding in Abbotsford: Rachel + Tyler

Rachel and Tyler had a seriously picture perfect wedding in the middle of July that even included a fly by in a helicopter (we are ALWAYS game for helicopters). Myles actually has known Tyler and his family for a number of years from attending church together back in the day. Again, so great when we know a few faces. Rachel was absolutely stunning, everything was just perfection, from her dress, to her hair, to her makeup, to her attitude. She was just so much fun and so easy going it was a dream to capture her and her friends getting ready at her childhood home in Abbotsford.

Rachel and Tyler were married at Bakerview Church in Abbotsford and then we all headed to take some bridal party photos at a park. We can't thank the bridal party enough for putting up with the heat and the crazy amount of mosquitos that seemed to follow us everywhere we went. Rachel and Tyler wanted to surprise their guests by doing a fly by over cocktail hour in a helicopter. We LOVED this idea and we worked quickly to set it up, I quickly drove to the reception location while Myles stayed with Tyler and Rachel to capture a few shots of them taking off before rushing back to the reception location as well. All of their guests we shocked seeing the couple fly overhead in a helicopter and went crazy. We've been involved with a few helicopters for weddings and have been fortunate to fly in a few but we have to say this was the closest fly by we have ever seen. I seriously thought they might clip the reception tents, nothing like a little adrenaline to get ready for a night of partying with guests!

Rachel and Tyler had their reception at a family friend's property and it was absolutely stunning, everything about it! Rachel's Dad works as a stone masonry and he made the table numbers which were cut from stone slabs. They were so cool I wanted to take them home and I may or may not have asked her Dad if I could purchase a few. (Is that offer still up for grabs Mr. Funk?) There were stations of the couples favourite pairings for example beer and pretzels, popcorn and juice, veggies and dip, and so on. Have I mentioned that we love to eat?! Once landing in the field beside their reception, Rachel and Tyler and their guests enjoyed a lovely sunset dinner underneath a few gorgeous white tents. This was before the wildfire situation in BC had set in so there was a lovely mountain view all night and it did not disappoint! Thank you Rachel and Tyler for being so fun and adventurous and for choosing us to capture your special day. 

Venue: Bakerview Church / Family Friend's Backyard

Makeup: Angela Schouten (Artistry by Angela)

Florist: RoseBay Floral

Catering: Francisco's Cafe and Catering

Helicopter: BC Helicopters

Wellbrook Winery Wedding: Carrie + Augustine

Wellbrook Winery Wedding: Carrie + Augustine

We met Carrie and Augustine last fall on a cold and stormy night, seriously we were late to our meeting with them because a tree fell across our driveway! After meeting with them we knew we wanted to document their day and as an added bonus they are the NICEST couple ever! Carrie and Augustine had a traditional Chinese tea ceremony and door games earlier on during the day and we met with them at the venue to start with bridal party photos. Carrie's parents actually own the blueberry farm and winery but a farmer lives there and takes care of everything.

We were lucky to work alongside some amazing vendors that made the entire day run smoothly. Carrie and Augustine had everything thought out so clearly and for the benefit of their guests. Cocktails, sushi and appetizers were served the entire time before and after the ceremony so that no one would go hungry or thirsty.

As much as the wildfire situation saddens us, the smoke from a fire in Richmond actually put this beautiful haze over the sun which gave us amazing light all day long and not to mention a bit cooler temperatures thankfully. Augustine cried his eyes out as his bride walked towards him hand in hand with her mom and dad. We were not expecting his but man oh man when grooms cry it just really gets me going and I usually end up in tears as well. Their ceremony was so beautiful and watching these two exchange vows surrounded by their family and friends was a moment to remember.

The reception was held inside a huge barn adorned with long tables, impeccable decor and a delicious family style dinner with Earnest Ice-cream afterwards. Carrie and Augustine thoughtfully made their way to each table of guests, raising their glasses and thanking each one of them. We celebrated into the night and ended our time with a sparkler/ice-cream exit with their friends cheering them on. Thank you Carrie and Augustine for inviting us into your special day, your images speak volumes to what an amazing day it was!

PS. Augustine we might just be in touch when we decide to book a safari trip!

Venue: Wellbrook Winery

Wedding Dress: Isabelle's Bridal

Hair: Lucy Chow

Makeup: Lucy Chow

Groomsmen Attire: Groom - Indochino, Groomsmen - Uniqlo/Indochino

Florist: YY Floral Design

Catering: Savoury City

Band/DJ: DJ SamFX (Sammy Asfar)

Coordinator: La Vista Events

Videographers: LoveBug Cinema