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because it’s never too late for a “Best of..” blog! We may be almost 2 months (can you believe it?!) into 2017 already but in my mind it’s always better late than never.

2016 was a whirlwind of a year filled to the brim with big life changes, both expected and unexpected, but all for the best (you can expect a new blog post soon detailing one of those exciting changes!). After taking a few months away to regroup & spend some quality time with friends + family, I’m excited to be getting back on track again! You’ll notice over the coming weeks and months a different tone being set here as I transition Meg Kristina Photography into a more personalized experience. I want to get to know you, & I want you to get to know me! Let’s explore this crazy journey called life together, and what a better way to start than to look back on the highlights that this last year brought!

This is a collection of some of my favourite moments from the 2016 season (mostly weddings but you’ll see the odd portrait sneaking in there as well!)

I hope you enjoy looking at these images as much as I loved being a part of capturing them.

I still have select dates remaining for 2017 weddings but am currently booking for ALL 2018 Wedding Dates. Contact me at www.megkristina.com or message me at info@megkristina.com to reserve your date today.

 

Special thanks to all the amazing photographers I also worked with in 2016 as a second shooter including (but not limited to):
Hannah Cummins Photography

Carla Elaine Photography

Stacie Lynn Photography

 

All photos here taken by Meg Kristina Photography.

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I had the pleasure of meeting Jenn & her family at the Great Blue Heron Nature Reserve in Chilliwack a little while back. While the weather didn’t want to cooperate with us the first time and forced us to reschedule, we lucked out with a perfect autumn day for attempt #2. Jenn & her husband Iain, together with their absolutely precious son Cole (and we can’t forget Oakley – the best furry model we’ve had so far 😉 ) did fantastic in from of the camera, but it really was Cole who stole the spotlight with his gorgeous blue eyes and adorable smile. I could’ve photographed him for hours!

 

It was such a great time getting to meet this lovely family for their mini session. If you’re looking to update family pictures before Christmas, I still have a couple of mini session spots remaining for the end of November, message me at info@megkristina.com to reserve yours!

All Photos taken by Meg Kristina Photography

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Did someone say Abbotsford Wedding? I did! It was me.

Now, you have to check out these beautiful photos from Katie + James’ wedding. They were married on a beautiful sunny day back in August. And I had the privilege of second shooting for the lovely Stephanie Steiner Photography.

Katie + James’ wedding was at Triple Swaan Nursery.  It was a beautiful wedding and they could not have picked a more stunning setting for their Abbotsford wedding day. As I arrived and met up with the guys, you could feel the excitement of the day in the air. As the time of the ceremony grew closer, the anxious anticipation was ever-present – James was counting down the minutes until his bride would be walking towards him. The minute James saw Katie making her way across the grass, down the aisle & towards her groom, you could see a sense of calm come over both of them. And when they locked eyes, I could tell tha were right where they were supposed to be.

Post Abbotsford wedding bliss

After the ceremony, we whisked Katie + James, along with their awesome bridal party, and headed out to capture some portraits for them before my time was up. . They did not disappoint! What a great crew to work with, and this couple could seriously be models if they decided to.

A big congratulations you two, thank you for having me be a part of capturing your day.

Venue: Triple Swaan Nursery

Second Shooter for Stephanie Steiner Photography.
All images here taken by Meg Kristina Photography

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Can you say Swaneset Wedding three times fast? Ok, I’m kidding.

Back in the spring, I second shot for the lovely Carla Elaine Photography at the stunning Swaneset Bay Resort & Country Club. From the amazing venue, to this gorgeous in love couple,  I couldn’t have asked for anything more! They ended the night with a killer dance party that left us both wishing we could stay (you can catch a sneak peek of the craziness in my BTS snapchat by clicking on the videos all the way at the end of this post!) and then they were off to start their new adventure in life together by moving down to Disneyworld!

It’s all about the scenery for this Swaneset Wedding

Before we get to the pictures, I want to talk about scenery. Now, I know weddings are about the couple, and I’m here for it. But one of the really awesome things about being a second shooter at a wedding is getting the pictures that no one thinks about.

Don’t get me wrong, I love every aspect of shooting a wedding, but as a second, there is just so much more that I get to see. And a big part of that is the scenery.

You see, while the lead photographer is focused on the bride and groom from the perfect angle, I get to find a sneaky side angle and capture things that you might not have noticed.

This can be the sweeping, breathtaking views of the venue (with the happy couple, of course!) Or the smiles and excitement of the guests. You see, I get to take a completely different vantage point and it only serves to add to the portfolio of images you get on your big day.

A rainbow on your wedding day means good luck, right?