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This sweet romantic rainy Langley engagement session almost didn’t happen. In fact, even the minute we were scheduled to start, we still weren’t sure if it was worth it to proceed. You see.. it was raining.. And when I say raining, I don’t mean a little bit of drizzle that we here in the Lower Mainland are more than accustomed to. No. I mean it was RAINING and by raining I mean it was pouring. Dumping buckets. Raining cats & dogs. To top it off, it was seemingly the only weekend out of September AND October that had this much rain – during what is typically the rainiest time of year where shoots get rescheduled every weekend, we had all lucked out – until this weekend. Photographers and clients were dropping like flies due to the weather, but with their big engagement party to take place later that day, rescheduling to a different weekend a part from their celebration seemed less than ideal for these two lovebirds and I don’t blame them! We made the call to proceed and scouted out some refuge for them under Golden Ears Bridge for their rainy Langley engagement session. These two were TROOPERS!! My goodness I was so impressed with them and their determination and excitement to stick it out.

I absolutely loved exploring around with them and capturing some fantastic moments. I truly am in love with how how the soft pink details in her outfit contrasted so beautifully against the more harsh industrial feel of our location and couldn’t have had more fun playing in the rain with these two.

Congrats on your engagement and wedding next year!

Rainy Langley Engagement Gallery:

Here’s a curated selection of highlights from their Rainy Langley Engagement Gallery…

All Photos here by Meg Kristina Photography.

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THEIR STORY

I couldn’t love these two and their River Rock Casino Resort Wedding more. Natasha & I met almost two years ago now (hard to believe – time flies when life is good!!) – she was one of the chiropractors at my new day job (YES to those who wonder – I am crazy and work full time both with my photography and also have a day job). Needless to say, as soon as I met Natasha I felt like we hit it off. If it wasn’t her genuine kindness that drew me in, her energy would’ve either way. Natasha is probably one of the most magnetic, passionate, motivated people I know – and if that wasn’t impressive enough she’s also probably the most active person I know too – I’ve seen her do chin ups like they’re no problem haha. There was no doubt in my mind that whatever man stole her heart had to be equally as awesome at life as she was. Little did I know at that time she had already met her match but I soon came to learn more about the mystery man from the US that had stole her heart. They had met in chiropractic school and though they didn’t start dating till later on, there was a magnetic connection between the two of them from the start. You know the kind – where you feel drawn to the person – a kind of connection that can’t be planned or fought. This two were meant to meet and made for each other.

The Wedding Day:

With Natasha hailing from Canada and Ben from America, they knew regardless of where they tied the knot that it would require travel for many of their friends and family who were spread across both Canada and the US. The beautiful River Rock Casino Resort was the perfect solution for them – just a quick hop over to YVR making it accessible to out-of-town loved ones – I really loved their venue choice!

The day of the wedding it was teasing rain – we came prepared with umbrellas galore but the rain stopped seconds before their First Look and didn’t appear again until the last moments of the ceremony and it certainly didn’t damper any spirits that day among these two. From their ocean side First Look and Portraits, to the end of the reception with the chair dance/Hora and their romantic sunset portraits – their day was just the best time.

River Rock Casino Resort Wedding Gallery:

When I asked them what is one dream they have for the future together, they said to stay happy & healthy and explore the world together – well I can’t wait to watch these two conquer the world together!

Here’s a curated selection of highlights from their River Rock Casino Resort Wedding Gallery… Congratulations again you two!

First Look:

Bridal Party:

Bride & Groom Portraits:

Ceremony:

Reception:

Sunset Portraits:

Vendors:

Venue & Catering: River Rock Casino Resort
Florist: Fuzzi Moments
Hair/Make-Up: Mercedes Richard
Dress: Everything But The Groom
Second Photographer/Assistant: Hannah Cummins Photography

And let me tell you about Tracy and Wes! First off, these two are just so sweet together. You see, when Tracy got in touch with me last year, I was immediately eager to hear more about these two and their love story. Right from the start, you can feel their kindness and how down-to-earth they are upon your first meeting with them. Naturally, these two are the perfect balance together and honestly, I loved watching them interact both during our meeting & their first session with me! So when they detailed what their plans were for their Fall 2019 Wedding, I was even more excited to continue getting to know the family these two were creating for their future!

Speaking of their future, I absolutely loved hearing about their plans – you know, family, wedding, dreams of a home, and all the joy that’s to come. As it turns out, they were expecting a little one during our session (which is why, of course, we snuck in a mini-maternity time), and get this – they’ve since welcomed a sweet baby girl that I CANNOT wait to meet during their upcoming wedding here in Langley.

Golden Ears Park has the best ambiance

Their engagement & maternity session was back at one of my favourite go-to’s – Golden Ears Park. Spirea Trail was an obvious choice for these two – the way the light filters through the trees is simply ethereal, there really is no other way to describe it. It feels magical to walk through there some days and the day of our shoot was no different.

Here’s a curated selection of all my favourites from their Spirea Trail Engagement & Maternity Session Gallery…

Spirea Trail Engagement & Maternity Gallery:

All Photos here by Meg Kristina Photography.

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I couldn’t love these two more! When N contacted me a few months back to be part of their Science World proposal, I couldn’t have been more excited. We quickly arranged a secret coffee meeting with S unaware and plotted out the perfect Sunday date outing for them. They started their afternoon with lunch & drinks nearby at Tap & Barrel in Olympic Village before taking a wander down the boardwalk towards Science World. It was there, at a little secluded area of the path, that we had carefully planned they would stop for a moment…

They had the most beautiful engagement. As soon as I met S after the proposal, you could just feel how beautiful of a person inside and out she was. She radiated warmth kindness and of course a little shock and surprise at the moment! I am so, so thrilled for these two as they plan their wedding celebration for next year. They are some of the sweetest people around and I loved not only being able to capture this for them but getting to know them as individuals as well. I wish you two all the best in the years to come!

I’m your partner for a special moment

Just like this sweet Science World proposal was planned without S knowing, you should know if you’re looking for a surprise moment, I’m your gal!

Being part of your special moments is one of my favourite parts of what I do. And I’m here to be a part of your planning process.

If you’ve got an idea for a special proposal and need a partner to help plan your special moment, then reach out! I can help you fine-tune the details of your proposal, and capture the moment you’ve been waiting for.

Did you want to see the Science World proposal pictures?

Ok, ok, I won’t delay anymore. Here’s a curated selection from their sweet Science World Proposal Gallery…

Engagement Portraits

All Photos here by Meg Kristina Photography.

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