A Year in the Life of a Photograhper

One of the biggest blessings in my life is being able to do what I love for a living. While there are definitely areas of my job that I would rather not do, I LOVE being a photographer. Being able to celebrate life’s major milestones over and over again is indeed a blessing.

Being a photographer in Ontario has it’s own challenges. We have less impressive landscapes than other areas of Ontario but after travelling quite a bit this year, I’ve realized that without the distraction of mountains and canyons, oceans, and the focus of photography can actually be on people. I can focus on capturing those moments, creating those moments that you’ll remember and that you will be the focus of those memories.

Plus we get all the best seasons, especially those glorious fall colours! In spring we can go to the Guelph Arboretum for cherry blossoms in your engagement or family session. In the summer we can head to Burlington beach for some super fun beach sessions, In the fall, everywhere you look has the most beautiful reds and oranges and yellow. Then those winter sessions which are few and far between are so magical! We are so luck to have the array of different seasons here and being able to capture everything from engagements to weddings to maternity sessions, and family sessions, and solo sessions. I have the best job in the world.

And I could not do what I love without the support of all of the local wedding vendors in the areas. This year every wedding was incredible and so special shout outs go to Cellar52, Cambridge Mill, and Langdon Hall, thank you for having such incredible venues in the Kitchener-Waterloo Region!

Thank you to all my couples, families, and entrepreneurs for supporting my business. For trusting me with capturing your life and you as you are, thank you!

Jacob + Hannah // A Kitchener Backyard Wedding

It is not very often that a groom reaches out to me to inquire about wedding photography, it is usually the bride. However, Jacob was the one who filled out my inquiry form and I knew right then that I wanted to capture this beautiful couple’s wedding day. He spoke about their love for God and their desire to get married in 2020, even with all the wedding restrictions going on. They wanted to start their lives together and I knew they were a very special couple.

Their day came quickly and I was so grateful to witness their beautiful families coming together to celebrate Jacob and Hannah. After spending the morning with the groom and his groomsmen, laughing and dancing it up while getting ready, we all gathered at their home for the ceremony. As a religious person myself, I was touched by these families love for God and the prayers that were said filled my heart. God had brought J+H together and as much as this was a day to celebrate the two of them, it was also to celebrate God’s work and plan for their lives. It was a beautiful day!

After the ceremony and family pictures that had me smiling from ear to ear, we took some time away for the bridal party pictures and of course, photo time for Jacob and Hannah. They selected Rockway gardens for their wedding photos. I had never been before so I went a couple days earlier to check it out. I loved the fountains and the tall trees and all the beautiful flowers that were in perfect bloom in August! We had a blast with the wedding party and then kick them out so I could get some wedding photos for the newlyweds! Another great thing about Rockway gardens for wedding photos is where the sun hits it in August. It’s on higher ground so the sun just glows there and it was the perfect setting. It was pretty magical and J+H were a dream.

As per the COVID restrictions on weddings, they weren’t able to have all of their family and friends celebrate with them directly so they planned a drive-by parade so that everyone could be there to celebrate! There was lots of honking and waving and cars all decorated for the happy couple! I love seeing how couples adjust their wedding plans to fit into 2020 and still celebrate in a big way!

The rest of the evening went off without a hitch, with seriously perfect weather. The food was delicious, the speeches were both funny and touching, and the families were a riot! Everyone was having so much fun and I loved the energy of this crowd. My face hurt from smiling so much. And after a bit of dancing in the starlight I was reluctant to leave such a lively celebration!

I think all those involved in this backyard wedding celebration will look back and remember how much love, fun, and family are in their lives and thank God for it.