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I’ve had a complex around spending money my whole life. I’ve felt guilty doing it, like I didn’t deserve it, or like I was being waaaaay too extra. It’s only in recent years that I’ve realized spending money on myself is an act of reaffirming that I deserve nice things and experiences just as much […]

Black and white photo of bride and groom and their wedding party with sparklers at malaparte in Toronto

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Overlooking the theatre district in downtown Toronto, Julie and Darren (and their cat Bentley) opted for an engagement session that captured a little slice of their life together. Their beautiful condo with tons of natural light was a great setting to get cozy on the couch with a couple cups of coffee, before heading outside […]

Engaged couple on couch holding cups of coffee in Toronto

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Whenever we wedding photographers see a sign like the one above, we do a little happy dance. There’s nothing worse than an well-meaning but oblivious guest jumping in the middle of the aisle to get their shot, while completely ruining ours. That being said, we live in a digital age, where people not only expect […]

No photo sign at a a lively lake wedding ceremony in Muskoka

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A few weeks ago, two of my favourite people got married. It was a magical, fun-filled, three day love fest on this beautiful island in the middle of the Atlantic. I was a bridesmaid, so the majority of the photography fell to the very talented Tony Felgueras. What you see here were the shots I […]

Destination wedding on a private beach in South Hampton Bermuda

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I love first looks. They’re such a lovely way for couples to see each other for the first time on their wedding day, have a private moment, and bask in each other’s love. So here’s a great guide on how to shoot a first look. If you’re asking ourself, “Um, what’s a first look?” It’s […]

First look on the beach

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When I first started, the only lens I owned was my trusty 18-55mm kit lens. Was it great? No. But it did the trick for a while. As I started to broaden my photography horizons, it just just didn’t cut it anymore. Since, I’ve learned a lot about what lenses are appropriate for certain situations on […]

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What happens when you get a drop dead gorgeous couple, a lovely later summer day, a stunning bridal party, loving families, and lots of champagne? Beauty happens. This crazy, stunning Credit Valley wedding has all the sun-kissed moments every couple wants at their wedding. Before the wedding I met this could for the first time […]

Beautiful summer wedding at credit valley golf course

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Why unplugging and checking out can make you feel sane again. 

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If modern architecture and a downtown vibe are your thing, a financial district engagement shoot in Toronto may the perfect photoshoot idea! The Couple Samantha and Adam, could you be any more gorgeous? Seriously though, no photoshop required here. You rocked it when it came to your style and outfit choices, and matched the location […]

Man and woman in white dress crossing king street engagement shoot

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Summer weddings don’t get better than this. 

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