M + A engagement - Ottawa Wedding photographer

M and A are to be married this August in a warm intimate ceremony at Strathmere among closest family and friends. Upon meeting this couple a couple of months ago, it was easy to connect on shared interests and the two of them just laugh so much together they are a wonderful match. M will wear a McCaffery inspired gown made by her aunt and the two will have a day that I am sure will be filled with personalized details.

While this shoot was not intended as a regular engagement session, but rather a mini session by which to create a personal wedding invitation card for their guests, it had the same feel. And for a 20 minute session, I do quite like some of these but I am so looking forward to what we will create on the big day! Congratulations M and A...

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Web By Hand - Ottawa Wedding Photographer

Wed By Hand & the Bridal Bargains Show
More and more people are embracing the authenticity and uniqueness that handmade goods bring into their lives. So it only seemed natural to create an event that helps couples incorporate meaningful, handmade elements into one of the most important and meaningful days of their lives.


An indie wedding movement has started with shows sprouting up in a few select cities across Canada and the U.S. With great enthusiasm and joy,  this movement has come to Ottawa with Wed By Hand! 

In addition to some wonderful hand crafted pieces,  this show also showcased Bridal Bargains show vendors in Ottawa that provide wedding dresses and accessories including White Haute Bridal- Ottawa's only Bridal Consignment Boutique which offer sustainable choices to re-use that beautiful dress when the big day is over. Dresses were made available through donation/consignement in support of Team Diabetes.


Wed By Hand is the creative project of Krista of Urbanite Jewelry and Robin of Digital Glyptics Web Solutions. A wonderful job by Beyond Events and their volunteers!

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FullBloom Eco- Friendly Floral Design - Ottawa Wedding Photographer

At the Wed by Hand wedding show held this past weekend, I met Erin Carmicheal of Full Bloom Flowers in Ottawa.  Anyone who knows me knows that flowers, like chocolate, is a weakness. And anyone who knows me even better knows I love meeting other wedding professionals with a similar down to earth mentality and approachability who are passionate about their work.  The Full Bloom Flowers portfolio, is stunning. If you are looking for unique and elegant floral design for your wedding, you must see this beautiful, eclectic and elegant portfolio - the designs should be featured in Style Me Pretty!

Erin has spent the the last 10 years in Vancouver where she started an event planning company that also provided event & floral design services to her clients. She has studied under the world renowned Floral Designer, Hitomi Gilliam. She uses only the best florals in her work and always uses local products in support of our local growers when possible.

 So whether you are planning a vintage garden party wedding by the lake or an elegant formal wedding at some of the beautiful venues here in Ottawa, I am certain that Erin will welcome you warmly and work with you to create an elegant floral design that will reflect the spirit of your day.

Not that Erin's work wasn't enough to make you want to work with her, she takes an eco friendly approach and will provide suggestions on how to create a eco-friendly one. Please visit her site to learn more about "The Eternal Tree" and how flowers from your event can be re-used to make someone's day in your honor...pretty wonderful!

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Film Remastered for the Modern Bride - Ottawa Wedding Photographer

As a boutique wedding photographer in Ottawa who creates fine art and fashion-inspired images, I could not help but melt all over the floor when I came across the wonderfully talented Bridget Redmond of {First Kiss Films} in Ottawa.  There is a beauty and richness that only film affords in the realm of both the photographic and cinematic arts .  Much like the timeless feel of a fine letterpress invitation between your fingers, the boutique bride will treasure and adore this very unique form of wedding cinematography.

Film instead of digital videography to capture your big day is becoming a red hot wedding trend among the leading wedding professionals in the world. Joel Serrato for example is working with world leading photographers to enhance and compliment still moments with those only best captured also in motion. For the discerning modern bride, this is will definitively set you apart in your quest for something unique, contemporary and art-inspired. {First Kiss Films} in Ottawa, led by Bridget Redmond, specializes in 8mm and 16mm film to capture the magic moment of your day. While many may be familiar with the "super 8" film, they may be less aware of the "buttery" 16mm that takes film capture of your day to a new level.

While Ottawa is just starting to get to know Bridget Redmond's artistry, she has a great deal of experience in both photography and film-making. I look forward to watching her catch fire for 2010 and 2011. It will be a very lucky couple that is able to book her for their day and I hope to have the oppourtunity to work alongside her in the future. It goes without saying...I am crazy about {First Kiss Films}.

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