Maan Farms Country Farm Winery Wedding

Emily & James are so sweet. I first met with these two in May of LAST year to discuss their May 2018 Maan Farms country farm winery wedding and I instantly adored these two. They are so wholeheartedly genuine in their interactions and their kindness for others that I knew I wanted to be a part of their day. When they told me they were holding their wedding at the beautiful Maan Farms in Abbotsford I was so happy. The venue has everything you could want for a beautiful rustic wedding in the country, while still being close to the city. It even has a winery on site (their berry/fruit wine is to die for!)!

Their Story

These two have the cutest story. Meeting back in 2015 way up north in Churchill, Manitoba. My mom’s side of the family hails from around Manitoba so I was instantly drawn in to their story. Exactly HOW far north is Churchill?? Given the fact that these two met & work at Lazy Bear Expeditions/Lodge – which caters to Polar Bear & other Arctic wildlife adventurers – I’d say it’s pretty far north! James & Emily fell in love while working at the Lodge so it’s appropriate that these two plan on returning here to work after their wedding.

Wedding Day

After patiently waiting what seemed like forever (I mean, it was a whole year after all 😉 ) – their day was finally here! Little did we know all the surprises this day had in store for them. With the threat of a WestJet pilot strike in the air the days before the wedding, James & Emily didn’t know if most of their relatives (who were booked on WestJet) would make it to the wedding on time. Take into consideration a bridesmaid with a painfully busted ankle and you’ve got a fun day! 😉 Already throwing a wrench in their plans, they were beyond grateful when everyone was able to make it.

A little peek into my day… typically when I show up to start shooting a wedding I’m always early. I like to walk in at least 5-10 minutes ahead of when my brides are expecting me to help set their minds at ease. BEFORE that, what most people don’t know, is I actually arrive 20-30 minutes before this. What do I do? It ranges from absolutely nothing, to eating lunch to lint rolling myself (I have two white cats – they come with me EVERYWHERE) – anything I need to do to prepare for the day. And so on this day, as my start time approached, you could find my second shooter, Emily, & I huddled in my car stuffing our faces with Subway. Suddenly we look up to see, to our horror, a fire truck & ambulance pull up. We hurriedly grabbed our things and got the low down – groomsman down with an allergic reaction. He was okay but allergies are not something to mess around with!

Despite the crazy start, the day went off without a hitch but that’s not to say there wasn’t more fun to be had! Their ceremony was so touching – James’ reaction upon seeing Emily walk down the aisle brought tears to everyone around as did hearing them exchange vows. Our bridal party portrait time was crashed & photobombed by a rogue goat that seemingly adopted our group. He proceeded to follow us around – too cute! From the crazy start to the day, the goat, to the incredibly moving & hilarious speeches that had us fighting tears at the reception — oh and did I mention the GIANT trampoline?! I had such a fantastic time capturing this day for these two. It’s no wonder I’m nuts about clients planning a Maan Farms Country Farm Winery Wedding.

Gallery

I wish you both nothing but the best as you embark on this next adventure in life together. Congratulations James & Emily!

Here’s a curated gallery including a selection of my favourites from their Maan Farms country farm winery wedding day.

Getting Ready

Ceremony
Bridal Party Bride & Groom Portraits Sunset Portraits Reception First Dance thank you so much to my second shooter, Emily, for this shot of myself with the beautiful bride & groom – it was so great working with you two to capture your day!! <3