What a wonderful evening photographing John & Steph and their baby on the way at Knox Mountain, Kelowna. I feel so blessed to be able to capture this exciting new chapter in their lives.
It was such a hot but beautiful day on Knox Mountain, all the flowers were in bloom and nothing beats that incredible view of the city of Kelowna. Stephanie looked stunning in her black dress. Excited to meet their little one coming soon!
Jadon & Natasha’s winter wedding took place in the backyard of a local home in West Kelowna, BC. Their goal with having an outdoor evening wedding in the winter was to view the beautiful city lights as a backdrop. Decorating the location with extra lights made for a sparkling romantic ceremony. It was a cold evening for sure but it make for some beautiful indoor and outdoor wedding photos.
I scheduled in a second wedding shoot for the week after to make sure they had some daylight wedding photos as well. We headed up to Summerhill Winery for some beautiful photos in their heritage house and surrounding areas. We used the decorations around the Winery for a few Christmas themed photos. Here is a snap shot of Jadon & Natasha’s wedding below…
Congratulations on your engagement! It’s an exciting time, so don’t let the stress of wedding planning bring you down. Here’s a checklist to keep you on the right track and ensure you have the wedding day you’re envisioning.
10-12 Months Away
6-9 Months Away
3-5 Months Away
1-2 Months Away
1-3 Weeks Away
The Day Before
The Day Of
Post written by Grace Furman, owner/writer of Heartful Habits
You may be wondering what exactly first look photos are. A first look is a separate time when the bride and groom see each other for the first time on their wedding day. Typically the groom faces photographer while the bride comes up behind him. She taps him on the shoulder, and when he turns around they get to have a very special moment of seeing one another for the first time. After spending a little time together, they carry on with the photographer to do the bridal photos.
While it deviates from the tradition of not seeing one another before the ceremony, the first look photos do have some benefits. Here are four reasons why first look photos are recommended.
1. Intimate and Private
The first look makes the special moment of seeing one another for the first time more intimate and private without having a crowd watching. Couples can be more expressive and emotional within this setting and really get to experience each other instead of having to stand up stiffly on stage. You get to actually talk and touch.
2. Less Pre-Ceremony Stress
The apprehension and anxiety before the wedding ceremony can be diffused by the first look photos. It’s a wonderful moment for you and your groom to connect and reassure one another before the big event. And don’t worry; even after seeing the bride prior, the groom will still be just as excited to see you coming down the aisle.
3. No In Between Gap
Because the bridal photos are done before the ceremony, after the first look, you can flow straight from the ceremony to your reception with no long break in between. Guests do not have to wait as long or find something else to do. As the bridal couple, you’re free to enjoy the cocktail hour (and actually eat) if you’re having one or simply mingle and greet guests.
4. More Time
Typically the bridal photos are squeezed in between the ceremony and reception which creates a time constraint on both ends of the photo shoot. Having the bridal photos done before the ceremony, after the first look, eliminates this pressure. Instead of rushing to get them done in time, you can start the photos as early as you’d like and take all the time you need.
Kreative Beginnings Photography is happy to work with you to capture your wedding day in the best way possible for you. Kristine’s style is candid, and she tells your story through her photographs which fits well for this type of moment. Please use the contact option to get in touch and plan having your wedding photographed.
Posted written by Grace Furman, owner/writer of Heartful Habits
As you plan your wedding the list of things you need is surely growing. Common items include tables, tablecloths, napkins, chairs, plates, forks, knives, and glassware. Additionally you may want table number stands, beverage dispensers, lighting, tents, heaters, and more. You have to decide if you want to buy or rent all these different items, and there are pros and cons to each choice depending on what you’re looking for. Here are five reasons to use wedding rentals.
In the Okanagan area, Vintage Origami stylist and wedding decorating is a fantastic choice for wedding rentals. She has beautiful items to suit all themes and an incredible eye for design to bring them all together. Vintage Origami is also environmentally conscious, working to reuse, recycle, and revamp wherever possible. There are packages available to take you through all different parts of the process – styling, delivery, decorating, and clean up – so your special day can be worry-free.
Post written by Grace Furman, owner/writer of Heartful Habits
