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Amelia & Lawrence were married two weeks ago on Saturday on a beautiful August day. I’ve been excited for these two to celebrate their marriage since our first coffee consult last Spring and got even more anxious for it at their engagement session at the start of summer. After hearing all about their plans for their reception to treat their guests with, I was left on pins & needles waiting for their wedding. These two are so special together. They have such a tender, gentle, & kind-hearted love and relationship with each other. There is a mutual respect that they share for each other and their faith and I love watching their relationship blossom in front of the camera.
Their day started in Abbotsford and New West respectively. Hannah was documenting Lawrence and the guys getting ready and I was in Abbotsford with Amelia & her lovely ladies. Fun fact – did you know Hannah & I shoot almost all of our weddings with each other? We love getting to work together and it’s so amazing knowing you are working with someone who has your back, cares about you and your business and is there for you. Back to the wedding though, after getting ready we all headed out to the ceremony location at Living Waters Church in Fort Langley, BC. What a beautiful church and the interior is so beautifully lit – while photographers go nuts over natural light, I couldn’t have asked for a better indoor ceremony location! After a touching service (which was a little more eventful than we all thought ;)) and family photos wrapped up, we all headed out for bridal portraits in and around Fort Langley & Derby Reach (that barn never gets old, and man did these guys make it look good!).
Afterwards, we all headed over to Fort Langley Golf Course for their reception. I cannot say enough about the amazing event staff at this venue. I was at the golf course for another wedding the week before and both times they blew us away with their kindness and hospitality. Now I’ve been telling you guys about the plans these two had for their reception and it did NOT disappoint. From sitar & tabla players, a caricaturist, traditional Russian singers & dancers, belly dancer, and a bharatanatyam dancer which had to be my favourite performance of the whole night. Through the simplistic but precise careful movements along with the emotion the dancer expressed both through facial expressions and her motions left me feeling moved and completely caught up in the story she was telling through her dance. It was a night filled with dance and activity, and naturally it ended (for us, though the party carried on after we left) with Amelia & Lawrence’s first dance as well. I loved watching them steal away a few quiet moments during the dance and it was the perfect way to end the day.
A big congratulations again to you two, Lawrence & Amelia, you make a lovely couple and Hannah & I both wish you nothing but the best. Thank you for having Meg Kristina Photography be a part of capturing your day.
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Second Photographer: Hannah Cummins Photography
Vendors:
Make Up: Lauren Mackie of Naturally Chic Makeup
Ceremony: Living Waters Church
Reception: Fort Langley Golf Course
Florist: Bucket’s Flowers
Bride’s Dress: Champagne & Lace
Officiant: Barry McGaffin
Caterer: Fort Langley Golf Course
DJ: Sue Jones
Bakery/Cake: Mozart Bakery
Decorator: Tracey from Cinderella Slip On’sÂ
Videography: Levin Shum
Caricaturist: Sarah Draws a Crowd
Sitar & Tabla Player: Mohamed Assani
Russian Singer & Dancer: Slava & Anya
Bharatanatyam Dancer: Arno Kamolika
Did someone say wedding portrait photography? Okay, let’s be honest, it was me. And honestly, you have to understand, I’ve been SO excited to share this session with you! In fact, it’s a perfect sneak peek into what I absolutely love about wedding portrait photography!
So here’s the story – Michelle and Karim were married on the beaches of Punta Cana, Dominican Republic, overlooking the ocean. First of all, it was an absolutely beautiful ceremony, filled with romance and intimacy. Throughout the day, the air surrounding this beautiful couple felt thick with an overwhelming sense of joy. I mean, everyone could feel it. And naturally, as a photographer, I was totally there for it! Speaking of their special day, you can see their wedding photos by clicking here: clicking here. Or better yet, keep reading and check out the beautiful portrait photography we captured the day after their oceanside wedding.
Location, location, location
You know, people say that location is everything. And honestly, taking photos in various locations as a day job means I stand behind that statement. Speaking of beautiful locations, Punta Cana is absolutely stunning (seriously! In fact, the ocean in Punta Cana is one of the best I’ve ever experienced! Plus, the sand – I can’t even tell you how amazing it was!) So naturally, we just couldn’t resist making the most of our time by sneaking in a “day after” session (or maybe I should just call it a “honeymoon” session haha ;)).
Not surprisingly, the love these two have for each other is passionate, caring and understanding and really, I loved every minute of watching them interact. Actually, there’s something special to be said for their love and truly, being able to capture it for them in this intimate setting was a privilege.
Looking back, this session was everything I could’ve hoped for and more. For a while now, I’ve wanted to do a session involving water for a long time, whether an ocean or a lake, honestly, it didn’t matter. After all, there is something magical about being in the water that brings about a different level of intimacy and passion that can be hard to capture on camera and best of all, I love the depth it adds to the entire experience.
Onto the beautiful portrait photography
So, without further ado, here’s what a day-after wedding portrait photography session can look like.Â
All Photos by Meg Kristina Photography
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Shania’s smokey & sultry portrait session in the waters surrounding Lake Country in the Okanagan is up on the blog tonight. I’ve been so in love with water sessions lately – you’ll be seeing Michelle & Karim‘s passionate day-after session in the OCEAN in Dominican Republic up on the blog very soon. Being in the water brings about a different depth and emotion into photos that I’ve been enamoured with lately. Anyone up for a session in the ocean around White Rock or Vancouver??
Enough of me raving about water portrait sessions though.. Shania contacted me a while back about doing a portrait session with her. Not only is this girl drop dead gorgeous (don’t you love all her colourful and artistic tattoos?!) but I’m also lucky enough to be her cousin. She was out visiting our grandpa in Lake Country, just outside of Kelowna, and I made the trip down from Langley for a quick family visit between weddings and to sneak in a couple photoshoots. This did not disappoint. My stunning cousin has some serious modelling skills and my camera loved her. I couldn’t resist sharing some of my favourites with you! Can’t wait to see you again soon my dear. <3
We’re starting with the exciting part – she said yes!
Now, to the story of this sweet couple. Meet Andreya & Cameron, who got engaged at the end of Rocky Point Pier in Port Moody almost two weeks ago now. Firstly, I have to say, that the setting here was impeccable. Not only was the scenery beautiful, but the magic in the air from the smoke of the recent fires cast a warm hazy glow on the water. Truly, it was breath-taking, and almost surreal in nature.
Before she said yes!
Before we start, a bit of background – Cameron had contacted me beforehand about capturing him proposing to Andreya. Not only was I over the moon ecstatic to be a part of this special moment for them, but I had to put on my sneaking shoes! I arrived extra early & tried to tuck myself into a corner on the pier where I wouldn’t be noticed. Cameron sent me a quick text when they arrived. And I waited as they strolled down the pier and made their way to the end. There was no mistaking their love.
Andreya held tight to Cameron’s hand, gazing up at him with a look of love in her eyes, entirely unaware that her whole world was about to stop for a few heart-pounding moments before everything changed. They reached the end of the pier & cuddled into each other, looking out over the water and the setting sun. I could see when Cameron leaned in and whispered words to Andreya. Then he carefully took both of her hands in his. He continued, and then slowly dropped to one knee. Andreya’s reaction was beyond touching. And of course, slowly but surely a few tears ran down her face. Shaking her head both yes and in disbelief – this moment was theirs.
She said yes!
What happened after?
After Cameron proposed and they were officially engaged, I introduced myself to the unsuspecting Andreya & we snuck off for a quick mini-engagement session in the park surrounding the pier. I absolutely loved our session!
Of course, the timing immediately after the proposal brought about such raw and intimate emotions & moments between these two. Now, I may have to shoot ALL of my engagement sessions right after they become engaged – haha! Seriously though, it was incredible to be a part of. Watching Andreya overcome by what just happened, to see her authentic love for Cameron, and their engagement brought tears to my eyes.
That said, I want to extend a huge congratulations to you two on your engagement, your new house, and your upcoming move to a new town. Here’s to your new fresh start together! I wish you both all the best. Thank you for having me be a part of the start of this next chapter of your lives.
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All Photos by Meg Kristina Photography.
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