MacKenzie & Jeriah Intimate Backyard Wedding | Bancroft, Ontario

MacKenzie is an old friend of mine from my figure skating days and I was SO honoured to be asked to photograph her beautiful wedding on private property belonging to her parents. There were roughly 20 people in total, just the people that matter the most to the couple. I was there for 2 hours and captured some of the sweetest moments and memories for this lovely couple. I love that couples are now doing more of what THEY want.

2 hours of coverage was plenty for this small wedding to get the ceremony, some detail shots, family photos, bride and groom portraits, and some photos of the wedding party. My advice if you have a limited wedding photography budget - hire a professional for less time so you actually get photos you will love and can use. You might see a “good deal” for “full day coverage”, but if none of the images are usable is it really a good deal?

I arrived just a little bit before the ceremony was set to start. I was immediately greeted by the mother of groom and could tell right away that the atmosphere of the day was going to be full of love, excitement, and anticipation for everyone there.

Kevin Martin officiated with some flowers from Posies, decor being DIY and still looking absolutely gorgeous. It rained just a little bit and then cleared up enough for us to still be able to do some family, couple and wedding party photos after the ceremony.

I will add just a small sample of what I delivered from this wedding. Hopefully these show you just a little bit of the joy that we felt being there to witness this beautiful couple exchange their vows.

Congratulations MacKenzie & Jeriah!

Olivia & David Proposal | Eagles Nest Park | Bancroft, Ontario

The Eagles Nest Park Lookout in Bancroft, Ontario is one of the most beautiful locations that the town has to offer. Being a Bancroft local for many years, I also was privileged with many memories at this location - from hikes with my family, watching fireworks from the balcony on Canada Day, and even having my first date with my now husband here - safe to say that I know this location very well and I was very excited to be asked to photograph a surprise proposal here.

This all started with a message from a mutual friend to see if I was available. At the time I didn’t even realize that David and I actually go to the same church in Norwood - I just hadn’t crossed paths with him yet. Our mutual friend gave David my contact information and we got to work planning where and when he was going to propose to Olivia.

I went to the spot we decided on and waited in the bushes as best as I could - I really wanted to capture Olivia’s genuine reaction to being asked so I didn’t move from the bushes until after she said “yes!”

Along with the initial proposal photos, we also did a mini engagement shoot. Below is just a sample of what a photo gallery can look like for a couple that wants to save their first kiss for the wedding. I will never force anyone to do something they don’t want to, your comfort during a session is very important to me.

It will never cease to amaze me that I get to be a part of such important moments in the lives of my clients.

Congratulations Olivia & David!

Rachel & Keelan Maternity Session | Havelock, Ontario

Baby O’Brien will be arriving soon and I cannot wait! I will be Auntie Em and am so looking forward to the baby cuddles, newborn photo sessions and the excitement that comes along with a brand new addition to the family.

I am so blessed to be as close as I am to my boyfriend’s family. They have welcomed me with open arms and have fully embraced my photography quirks - random sessions and props included.

This will be Rachel & Keelan’s first child and I have no doubt that they will make amazing parents. I feel so privileged to know that I will get to be a part of this little guy’s life.

These photos were taken in Havelock, Ontario.