Sunday, December 20, 2009

Bonnie & Paul Celebrate with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer












With what was a beautiful outdoor ceremony at the Royal Alberta Museum, Paul married Bonnie under a gorgeous fall sky. Those in attendance simply held their breath as Bonnie walked down the aisle, and justifiably so. Bonnie looked stunning in a strapless gown detailed with antique lace, and next to her stood Paul, the handsome groom. To end their ceremony, and symbolize their commitment, the newlyweds release trained doves into the sky.


Portraits were taken after the ceremony, and the grounds at the Royal Alberta Musem and its accompaning Government House held no shortage of beautiful locales. With a handsome couple and phenomenal autumn light, each moment captured was truly spectacular. Their photographs became reminiscent of those from a fashion magazine, as Bonnie could easily be on the cover of Wedding Bells.


The new couple loves to dance, and dance they did. The reception was also held inside the Royal Alberta Museum, and after a beautiful five course meal the bride and groom kicked up their heels and danced until the wee hours of the morning.

Thank you Bonnie & Paul for being such a delight to work with! Best wishes for your bright future!

Sunday, December 6, 2009

Jen & Chris Make Highland Heaven with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer




Jen and Chris are a matched made in Highland heaven. The young couple met while Highland dancing a few years ago, so it was only appropriate that they tie the knot at the Highlands United Church in Edmonton. After a beautiful ceremony, the new couple accompanied their photographers to Fort Edmonton Park for some bride and groom portraits. The beautiful full colours where on full effect, and Jen's stunning red hair stood out against the yellows and greens featured at Fort Edmonton Park. Their resourceful photographer used unique walls as backdrops for their photographs, lending a lot of character to Jen and Chris' images.




After shooting at Fort Edmonton, the couple re-joined their family and bridal party at Blue Meadows Hall. The second location is landscaped beautifully, and there was no shortage of locations to use.










The lovely couple endured the icy winds...and an power outage on their wedding day! Half way through the reception the power went out due to the aforementioned winds. Luckily, Chris is well versed with the bag pipe, so all the reception entertainment went ahead. After a performance by a bag pipe band, Highland dancers performed, true to the very way the bride and groom initially met.




Congratulations Jen and Chris on a lovely wedding!

Tuesday, October 27, 2009

Leanne & Stephen Explore Agrarian Chic with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer




Leanne and Stephen craved a wedding that was intimate, sincere, and most importantly, in the country.


Held at the groom's farm in Pickardville, Alberta, Leanne and Stephen were betrothed at an outdoor ceremony, surrounded by their friends and family. The bride and groom had a strong personal connection with the land, as it was where the groom was raised and the bride was proposed to.




The farm offered no shortage for picture locations, and Leanne & Stephen enjoyed exploring the landscape with their photographers. From dusty dirt roads, to swing sets, horse stables to the very wheat field where Stephen asked for Leanne's hand, each location served as a beautiful backdrop.



The affable coupled endured heat and intense sun with no complaint...they were a joy to work with!

Congratulations Leanne & Stephen on a beautiful wedding!


Saturday, October 24, 2009

Edmonton Wedding Photographer Unveils New Photography Studio



Instant Memories, a leading photography company that is part of the Better Business Bureau, presents our new studio conveniently located on Edmonton's southside (10832 61 Ave).

Here, clients can book their complimentary wedding photography consultations, as well as browse through our volumes of photographs and coffee table books. Evening and weekend appointments are available. Our informative staff is on hand and is available to assist you and help you with any questions you may have.

The fully functioning professional studio space can also be used for baby, maternity and family portrait sessions.

Please contact us at 780.910.4800 to book an appointment.


Wednesday, October 21, 2009

Nicole & Curtis Celebrate their Engagement with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

What could be more perfect for a young couple so completely in love?



Nicole and Curtis are a young, cosmopolitan couple, so using the Whyte Ave area in Edmonton as the stage for their engagement photos was the de facto choice.


Nicole and Curtis are a fantastic couple to work with, as they are a super sweet couple so obviously in love. Fresh from their engagement, Nicole was giddy and elated throughout the entire photo session. Combine that with beautiful autumn colours, great light, and genuine emotions and you have engagement photos that conjure envy.



Shooting in fall also worked well for the couple, as they plan their wedding for March. Fall images definitely contrast spring ones, so Nicole and Curtis will have a plethora of varied photographs!


Congratulations Nicole and Curtis on your engagement! Good luck with all the wedding preparations!

Friday, October 16, 2009

Heather & Ricy Sikh and Find with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer








Heather and Ricky had a marriage ceremony as modern and unique as the bride and groom themselves.





Heather and Ricky tied the knot twice, with each ceremony representing the bride or grooms ethnicity. The first ceremony was at Gurdwara in a traditional Sikh ceremony. Half Italian and half Filipino, Heather warmly embraced the splendid Sikh wedding sari with jewelled accessories, but also added her own flare to the outfit by changing the colors. Ricky looked handsome in the traditional Sikh outfit and carried a sword that has been in his family for generations. With all this tradition, The couple decided to use the urban downtown Calgary as the backdrop for their wedding photos to juxtapose their traditional costumes. City Hall in downtown Calgary provided the necessary architecture and backdrops.

On the second day, Heather and Ricky's loved ones witnessed a beautiful Catholic ceremony with the Filipino tradition of literally tying the knot and putting a veil over the couple. Heather looked breathtaking in a form fitting mermaid Maggie Sottero dress. Pictures were then taken at the historical Stephen Avenue Walk, in the heart of Downtown Calgary. Not to be outdone be the gorgeous ceremonies that preceded it, Heather and Ricky's reception was one of the best parties in years. With 700 people in attendance, the dance floor was something straight out of a Bollywood movie. Live drum players added to the ambiance, and had everyone exploding with energy and doin' their Bollywood thing... especially Ricky's dad.



BIG thanks to the bride and groom and to their wonderfully friendly and patient bridal party.

Friday, October 9, 2009

Nela & Devin Explore Elk Island Park with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer






Nela and Devin lucked out on their wedding day!






Stunning bride? Check. Picture perfect weather? Check. Gorgeous bride? Check. Throw in a beautiful location and a talented photographer, and you have wedding photos that turn heads and evoke envy.


Nela and Devin chose to have their portraits taken at Elk Island National Park, and their choice worked well for them. Nela's bridesmaids looked lovely being photographed in lipstick red dresses while surrounded by a vibrant and green forest. Not to be outdone, Nela looked like a contemporary Snow White in the forest. Her trademark tiara helped complete the look as she elegantly strolled through the park.

Congratulations Nela & Devin on a beautiful wedding!