Matt & Emma - Engaged

Matt and Emma had their engagement shoot in the week of Victoria's most unpredictable weather conditions. Remember that week where we had 6 different types of conditions outside in a day? So, we arranged to meet at Market Square, to avoid what we thought would be rain. In the end, I happened upon them in the square, in what was the first sun I've shot in this year. I could not have been happier. We explored what turned out to be a square filled with hidden walkways and interesting locations. I'm thrilled to be shooting their intimate, afternoon wedding at the end of May, in the glorious summer sun.

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2 years

On March 26th 2010 I bought my first DSLR (yes, I sound obsessed, and yes, that would be a very accurate assumption). This means I just had my anniversary. I had no idea that in my second year of adventuring through the world of photography that I would see the things I saw, and be able to collect those experiences they way I did.

I found myself at wedding ceremonies. I found myself in that tight space between Rock Stars and thousands of fans. I found myself amidst the chaos of the Vancouver riots. I found myself observing people in love, in disorder, in triumph, celebration, hopelessness...ecstasy. I found myself observing society. I found myself making friends and taking risks. I found myself in places I never thought I would.

I found myself.

I firmly believe that the things we see and the experiences we are exposed to shape our thought and our identity. Photography allows me to preserve those integral moments in life. Furthermore, it allows me to be a part of so much more than I could ever foresee. Nothing has taught me more about life than this rollorcoaster ride which photography is taking me on. Thank you for coming along.

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Natasha & Joel - Engagement

For Natasha and Joel's session, we did exactly the type of thing they would have done together on that day, except I happened to be there with my camera. Natasha and Joel are connected on some other level, something so very refreshing to capture. Their comfort with each other surpassed any shyness they could have had in front of a lens; it was as if I wasn't there. It was time for a picnic on Christmas Hill; they held hands, adventured through pathways laden with Garry Oak and rocks covered in moss, climbed trees and exchanged affectionate glances and gestures all the time. They stood in front of the world.

The adventure doesn't end here. These two get married at the end of April. Subscribe to my facebook feed to see how their story evolves. If part of you felt something after looking at these pictures, hit the "like" button below to share the experience with your friends.

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