Edmonton Wedding Photographer

Leanne & Stephen Explore Agrarian Chic with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-10-27T18:08:00.000-07:00

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!

Edmonton Wedding Photographer Unveils New Photography Studio

2009-10-24T11:18:00.000-07:00

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.

Nicole & Curtis Celebrate their Engagement with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-10-21T20:59:00.000-07:00

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!

Heather & Ricy Sikh and Find with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-10-16T13:12:00.000-07:00

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.

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

2009-10-09T20:18:00.000-07:00

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!

Jamie & Troy Celebrate with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-10-05T11:14:00.001-07:00

Jamie and Troy were married at a beautiful ceremony in Edmonton, Alberta. Shortly following the ceremony, the couple, along with their bridal party, had their pictures taken at the Alberta Legislative grounds.

Being a fun, young and energetic couple made for an entertaining day and lively photos. Jamie and Troy preferred more modern, fun photos, and their photographer delivered. With the reception at the Golden Rice Bowl, Jamie and Troy's photographer was able to take advantage of a good location and fun guests.

Thanks for letting us being part of your special day!

A Skater, Bride, and a Wedding Photographer Create Avant-Garde Images in Edmonton

2009-09-23T14:50:00.000-07:00

It took a skater boy, a bride, and an edgy photographer to create such unique images!

Yvette and Blair were married at a gorgeous ceremony in St. Albert, Alberta. Being a fun, young couple, Yvette and Blair wanted their wedding to be different. A skater themed wedding definitely sufficed! Blair's groomsmen wore skater shoes, and a majority of the couple's wedding portraits were taken in a skater park in St. Albert. A bride in a skater park definitely creates juxtaposition, thus lending a unique and avant-garde flavour to their wedding photos.

Yvette and Blair's photographer then blended the modern with the old by using the St. Albert Grotto as a backdrop. The grotto was appropriate for the couple, as Yvette's grandfather help construct it.

Congratulations Yvette and Blair for having such a special wedding!

A skater boy, a bride, and a photographer with edge made this wedding a roaring success.

Old World Romance in Edmonton with Angie, Tim and their Wedding Photographer

2009-09-18T09:17:00.000-07:00

Classic and timeless was their wedding, something straight out of an old world romance novel. Angie was a stunning bride down to every last detail, from the hair, the shoes, the bouquet and the glimmer in her eye upon seeing her handsome groom on her wedding day. With emotions so grand they caused the bride to both tremor and tear, Angie and Tim exchanged their nuptials during a beautiful ceremony at Knox Metropolitan Church in Edmonton, Alberta.

Not to be outdone, the reception was flawless as it was held at the Hotel MacDonald. The Empire Ballroom was filled with a field of orchids and roses, set against a backdrop of gold and turquoise. A string quartet filled the room with classic waltzes, and the bride and groom celebrated their union by dancing slowly, as if no one was watching, until the wee hours of the morning.

Thank you, Angie & Tim, for allowing us to be part of your special day!

Vanessa & Chris Outlast the Rain with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-09-15T08:55:00.000-07:00

It started out as a beautiful and sunny day for Vanessa and Chris, as they exchanged their nuptials at the Edson Golf and Country Club. Their pictures were taken along with their bridal party at a beautifully landscaped garden at the Heritage Court Retirement Home. Having a young and vibrant bridal party always makes for great photos, so when their photographer discovered a fun graffiti wall not too far away, everyone was excited to try something different.

Half way through their photo session, a thunderstorm broke through and took everyone by surprise. Vanessa and Chris were nonchalant about the change in weather, and chose to wait out the rain in the hopes that the storm would pass so they could continue with their photos. Their perseverance paid off, as the the storm did pass and their photographer was able to use the aforementioned graffiti wall. It was a great choice, as the colours in the wall were the perfect compliment to Vanessa's eyes.

Thank you Vanessa and Chris for making us part of your special day!

Claire & Matthew Celebrate in Jasper with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-09-07T10:50:00.000-07:00

Claire and Matthew looked picture perfect as they tied the knot in Jasper National Park. It was a fun shoot, as all formal portraits were taken within the national park. The rugged landscape juxtaposed the soft romantic feel of the day. To complete the experience, numerous vehicles that drove by honked their horns to wish the newlyweds well.

Having Jasper National Park so close to Hinton made using the national park for photos rather convenient. Claire and Matthew held their reception at the Overlander Lodge in Hinton, where the wedding ceremony was held.

Congratulations Claire and Matthew on a beautiful wedding!

Randy & Christa's Special Day is Captured with Their Edmonton Wedding Photographer!

2009-08-26T21:05:00.000-07:00

Randy and Christa chose Jasper, Alberta to hold their wedding rather than their native Fort MacMurray, and their choice paid off. Their nuptials were held at a beautiful outdoor ceremony overlooking Pyramid Lake in Jasper National Park.

Having such a gorgeous landscape as a shooting location, a handsome couple, and a talented photographer certainly makes for stunning photographs. Multiple locations throughout the national park were used, including both the aforementioned Pyramid Lake and the Maligne lookout. Needless to say, Randy and Christa were impressed and happy with their wedding photos!

Randy and Christa epitomized a romantic couple on their wedding day, as they looked both elegant, stunning, and completely in love. Christa's bridal gown was a classic halter style, with paralled nicely with the ceremony location, and their sophisticated reception held at the Sawridge Inn and Conference Centre in Jasper.

Instant Memories would like to thank Randy and Christa for the opportunity to work with such an amazing couple on such a special day!

Rain or Shine, Ashley & Steven Celebrate with Their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-08-21T06:55:00.000-07:00

Take one cute couple, an uproariously entertaining bridal party, an adorable ring bearer, a stunning ceremony location, an enduring flower girl, and then add an elegant reception, and you have the perfect wedding.

Ashley and Steven were married at a gorgoueous outdoor ceremony at the Devonian Botanical Gardens, just outside of Edmonton. The bride Ashley, who not only was wildly photogenic, but also adored pictures, planned the day accordingly. Formal portraits of the family, the bridal party, and the bride and groom themselves were done at the Devonian Botanical Gardens prior to the outdoor ceremony.

This allowed Ashley and Steven's wedding photographer to shoot extensively throughout the gardens. Formal portraits were shot in the Japanese garden, a background that could stand up to how elegantely manicured Ashley and her bridesmaids were.

After formal portraits, Ashley and Steven were then married at an outdoor ceremony in an another beautiful part of the Devonian Botanical Gardens. Their ceremony was immaculately timed, as they finished their nuptials the sky clouded over and became stormy black. The sky added dramatic accent to all of the hot pink accents Ashley had used that day.

En route to their reception at the Sutton Place Hotel, Ashley and Steven had more formal portraits taken at the Legislative grounds in downtown Edmonton. With the grounds being deserted after the aforementioned storm, Ashley, Steven and their wedding photographer were allowed to explore and utilize the grounds well landscaped areas and beautiful architecture.

Instant Memories would like to thank Ashley and Steven for allowing them to be part of such a special day!

A Japanese Garden in Edmonton Makes the Perfect Wedding Location for Amanda, Marc, and Their Photographer

2009-08-13T18:58:00.000-07:00

With whimsical Japanese umbrellas to perfectly accentuate a Japanese garden, Amanda married Marc on a beautiful summer's day in Edmonton.

Theirs was a smaller ceremony and reception, lending an intimate and sincere flavour to their nuptials. The cozy bridal party allowed their photographer to try a multitude of locations throughout the Devonian Botanical Gardens. The brides' and bridesmaid's bouquets looked lovely when photographed in an area so abundant with green flora. The elegant and feminine look of their dresses complimented their surroundings with breathtaking harmony.

Having a smaller bridal party meant that Amanda and Marc's wedding photographer could focus a lot of time on formal portraits of the bride and groom. With the summer light ever changing throughout the course of the day, their photographer was able to create gorgeous and evocative photographs. With varying light and locations used in their photo session, Amanda and Marc have photographs that range from sweetly romantic to energetic, spontaneous to decorous.

Congratulations Amanda and Marc!

Lindsay & Justin Brighten Government House With Their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-08-11T19:37:00.000-07:00

With equal parts of great humour and fun, Lindsay and Justin were married with a beautiful ceremony in Edmonton. Formal portraits of the couple, along with a plenitude of bridesmaids and groomsmen, were taken at the Royal Alberta Museums Government House. The bright, sunny day not only fit the mood of the newly married couple, but it made the colours of Lindsay's bouquet and her bridesmaids dresses pop!

Lindsay and Justin own a framing studio in Edmonton, so they had a great creative eye and knew what wedding photos they wanted. Combine that with a creative photographer and a stunning setting and you have photos worthy of Lindsay and Justin's frames.

These newlyweds were an energetic and engaging couple, that had their wedding photographer ride along with them in their limo for intimate, candid shots of their bridal party. Combine that with a handsome groom, lovely bride, and an outpouring of creativity, and you have an absolute idyllic wedding!

Congratulations Lindsay and Justin on a beautiful wedding!

Shayna & Kurt Make Cinderella Jealous With Their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-08-06T16:41:00.000-07:00

With a ceremony that could have easily been ripped from the pages of a fairytale, Shayna and Kurt, along with their darling daughter Eva, were married at the Lily Lake Resort.

It was a stunning ceremony, held outdoors, on the beautiful grounds of the Lily Lake Resort. Every detail was reminiscent of the romantic era. Shayna's dress resembled that of an elaborate ballgown, complete with a crown of soft curls. Eva, the flower girl and daughter of the couple, was not forgotten as she looked charming in her flower girl dress. To complete their fairy tale, Shayna and Kurt were whisked away in a horse drawn carriage.

Their photographer used the natural landscaping at the resort, along with timeless architecture to achieve a varied and unique photo session. The gorgeous couple looked amazing as they were photographed, and easily could be on the cover of Bride's magazine.

Congratulations, Shayna and Kurt, on your beautiful new family!

Jack and Jackline Enjoy Their Day with Their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-08-04T08:57:00.001-07:00

Jack and Jackline were an exquisite couple on their wedding day in Edmonton, Alberta. Following an intimate ceremony, pictures were done at various locations around the Royal Alberta Museum and the Country Lodge.

The sweet newlyweds didn't let the intense heat of their wedding day slow them down. Photos were taken at the Government House by the Alberta Museum, along with various other spots found in the river valley. At the Country Lodge, a field of canola and a vivid blue sky were used as a dramatic backdrop to many photos featuring the gorgeous bride and groom.

In between a cozy yet energetic reception, Jack and Jackline's photographers were able to take advantage of the lovely green space and beautiful evening light at the Country Cabin. This was a beautiful setting for intimate portraits of the bride and groom amidst the celebratory ambiance on their wedding evening.

We would like to congratulate Jack & Jackline on a beautiful wedding!

Edmonton Wedding Photographer uses Downtown Location for Natalie & Francis

2009-07-25T06:37:00.000-07:00

This was an adventerous couple that wanted their wedding photos to deviate from the norm. Embracing their urban lifestyle, their wedding photographer used downtown Edmonton as an amazing backdrop for their photos.

Their bold style, along with that of their photographers, were great to experiment with in such avant garde locales such as subway stations and train tracks.

Natalie's amazing dress and stunning bouquet juxtaposed the modern, urban landscape she was being shot in. Combined together, a unique and unusual aesthetic was created. The couple was pleased to know they would have photos unlike everyone else!

Thank you Natalie & Francis for making us part of your special day!

Thao and David Celebrate with their Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-07-13T17:48:00.000-07:00

It took two days and three photographers to capture the vibrancy of this spectacular traditional Vietnamese wedding ceremony. Thao and David looked stunning at their photo session in the Devonian Botanical Gardens on the first day. Despite the heat, the positive and upbeat couple remained as beautiful as their surroundings. Their Edmonton wedding photographer was able to capture special moments and create ethereal images.

Day two of the wedding ceremony began early in the morning with a tea ceremony performed at both houses of the bride and groom. Thao's mother was able to view the ceremony via Skype since she was unable to attend in person.

Thao proved herself worthy of Canada's Next Top Model when she changed outfits three times on the second day of the ceremony. To complete each look she elegantly matched her hair and makeup with each wardrobe change.

Thank you Thao David for letting us be part of your special day!

Candace & Daryll Enjoy Their Day With Our Edmonton Wedding Photographer

2009-06-04T13:33:00.001-07:00

Candace and Daryll got married on May 15, 2009. They had a wonderful time at the Century Casino, where they tied the knot. Our wedding photographer in Edmonton was able to capture the two of them wonderfully.

They were photographed at the Casino as well as the Legislative Building in Edmonton, Alberta.

Instant Memories would like to congratulate Candace and Daryll on their beautiful marriage.

Edmonton Wedding Photography Locations

2008-06-13T13:34:00.000-07:00

Edmonton Wedding Photography Locations

Couples often ask us about wedding photography locations around Edmonton. We’ve compiled the following photo locations along with phone numbers for your convenience:

Alberta Legislature Grounds
Pedway around Legislature Buildings (no charge)

Alberta Provincial Museum & Government House 780.453.9100

Citadel Theatre 780.426.4811

Con Boland Gardens 780.429.1800

Devonian Botanical Gardens 780.987.2496

Edmonton City Hall 780.496.9400

Edmonton Public Schools Archives 780.422.1970

Edmonton Queen Riverboat 780.424.BOAT (2628)

Emily Murphy Park

Fort Edmonton Park 780.496.8787

Hotel MacDonald 780.424.5181

MacKay Avenue School

Muttart Conservatory 780.496.1403

Neil Crawford Center 780.990.7000

Prince of Wales Armories 780.496.8710

Ramada on Kingsway (Edmonton Inn) 780.454.5454

St. Andrew’s Centre 780.452.4444

University of Alberta - Rutherford House 780.427.3995

University of Alberta - Timms Centre 780.492.2273

University of Alberta - Arts Building 780.492.3111

West Edmonton Mall – Santa Maria Ship

Did we miss any photography locations around Edmonton? Please feel free to email us at info@instantmemories.com

Vara and Bryan (and a fire extinguisher) In Calgary

2008-04-29T14:43:00.000-07:00

These two lovebirds had already gotten married in the spectacular Turks and Caicos but decided to hold their reception for friends and family back home in Canada. Vara and Bryan hired us to photograph their family and reception in their hometown Calgary.

Trevor and Nick had a lot of fun with the Bridal Party photos, which even included a photo session on a playground!

During the reception dinner, everything was going off without a hitch until one of the kids thought it would be fun to pull the safety pin on the fire extinguisher! Needless to say, the very expensive wedding cake - ruined; some wine and food - ruined; the hall partially covered in a white dust - Unforgettable!

Fortunately, the very capable reception staff responded to this potentially disastrous situation quickly and had the place cleaned up and ready to party in no time!

And what a party it was!

Alana and Sean, Sandals Grande Antigua

2008-03-31T16:15:00.000-07:00

Of all the most beautiful places on earth, only Sandals Antigua has earned the title of "World's Most Romantic Resort." Set on breathtaking Dickenson Bay, the island's best and most famous beach, this resort truly lives up to its title. Many of the couple's guests were so impressed with this resort that they ended up booking their next year's holidays already!

Add Alana, a former model, and her handsome groom, Sean, and you've got a photographer's dream.

The outdoor ceremony was held in a shaded gazebo and finished just in time before the weather turned on us. It poured heavily for about ten minues but stopped just as abruptly. Brief showers are very common during Caribbean weddings and if you're lucky (Alana and Sean were) you can even get a rainbow on your wedding day! (which they did ;-

))

It was such a pleasure working with you both and congratulations!

Catherine and Aaron, Sherwood Park

2008-03-25T14:16:00.000-07:00

Dear Instant Memories,

We want you to know that Curtis is the best photographer that every single person at our wedding had ever seen or met. He is so awesome. We had an outdoor winter wedding in the middle of January, and he was more than happy to show up early, in his winter gear, and take picture after picture outside!

He is very fun to be around. Aaron and I, and everyone else, felt very relaxed and confident with Curtis as our photographer. He went into deep snow just so he could get good angles to make all of our wedding day pictures perfect. Our special day turned out beautifully, and Curtis was there to capture and help us make our beautiful moments.

Thank you so much Curtis!!

Catherine and Aaron Mol

January 19, 2008

Amanda and Mike, freezing in Edmonton

2008-03-24T14:50:00.000-07:00

To Trevor & Nick,

Mike and I would like to thank-you for all the fun with the pictures. Everyone had fun and I hope your toes and fingers survived the cold.(ours did!) Everyone states that you were great photographers. Thanks again for everything!

Amanda & Mike

Winter and Jaret, Cochrane AB

2008-03-18T16:14:00.000-07:00

Congratulations Winter and Jaret!

Who says you can’t plan a wedding in three months? AND in a different province? For these Saskatchewan natives, anything was possible with the help of one determined mom and a good long distance phone plan!

High school sweethearts, Winter and Jaret tied the knot on a windy January day in Cochrane, AB.

Jaret's groomsmen started throwing snowballs at him as soon as we were finished with his portrait!

Braving the cold while still managing to look fabulous; everything turned out just perfect!