Kelsey+Chris

Kelsey and Chris are all about family, which made their wedding even more memorable celebrating at Kelsey's parents summer home in Green Bay. Friends and family gathered to make the long trip from Edmonton Alberta to Green Bay Island in Westbank. What a celebration this couple had, complete with an exquisite fireworks show at the end of the night. Here are a few of our favs.

Kelsey's fine details


Her stunning wedding gown


Kelsey's bedroom was painted a beautiful purple with bright coloured details, perfect for some beautiful bridal shots




Kelsey is a Grade 1 teacher and had her students do some artwork for her. I love how her family incorporated it on their kitchen door!


Grandma's happily watching Kelsey get ready to walk down the aisle




A few favourite moments between Kelsey and Chris




The wedding party consisted of Chris' sister and best friend along with Kelsey's brother and sister. They really did embody family in their entire day.










Love this shot of Kelsey and Chris. Behind them is Green Bay island where the summer home sits


Aren't they gorgeous!


And her fabulous shoes!


Their family summer home is absolutely breathtaking. A perfect place for a beautiful celebration.






Love this bridal shot in her neighbour's front entrance


The sky was such a vivid blue for their first dance




Fireworks! Kelsey stayed on shore while Chris and few family members went out in their boat to catch the show


It really was spectacular!

Dawn+Andrew

We had a blast getting to photograph Dawn+Andrew again (you might remember them from an earlier post back in May when we did their engagement session). Our day with them started off with them getting ready. We then headed to Summerhill Winery for their ceremony. They allowed extra time for photographs between the ceremony and reception (which we love when our brides do!) We went to several different spots to get some great shots. Later they celebrated at The Okanagan Golf Club at Quail Ridge.


Dawn's gown was absolutely stunning


Hair and make-up by friend Ava and cousin Candy


Andrew received a love note and new watch from his bride-to-be


While Dawn was eagerly putting on her new pearl earrings and necklace


I love this shot Jon caught of the guys right before the ceremony started


Dawn and her dad waiting to walk down the aisle








Andrew's parents holding back tears




Married!


We found this fabulous door up by the pyramid at Summerhill Winery and took full advantage of it's character and beauty




And full advantage of the pyramid!






We later met up with the wedding party for some classic shots




Dawn+Andrew wanted urban photographs so we took them to this back alley and got some great shots


While I was taking this classic portrait of Dawn


Jon captured some unique shots of her bouquet




Having a little fun!


After downtown we headed to an open field on the way to the reception to get some more traditional contemporary shots. This is one of my favourites.


Jon with his wide angle


Me with my zoom


Before the reception Andrew changed into his RCMP uniform












Instead of the normal clinking of the glasses to have the bride and groom kiss, Dawn and Andrew made their guests come up and sing to get them to kiss. Brittany, Dawn's niece got up to sing with her ukulele. She had the most amazing voice and did an awesome job!


Some heartfelt, hilarious and tearful speeches




Their first dance as husband and wife