Engagements: Sheri and Michael

This is Sheri and Michael - two very outgoing and exciting people to be around. My assistant and I had an incredible time hanging out with them at the golf course for a couple of hours and getting some amazing photos. The golf course is Pioneer Meadows, and it's where Michael proposed to Sheri - a perfect spot for two golfers.

I love these photos below. They show exactly what their personalities are like without words. Enjoy.

Thanks Sheri and Michael for inviting us along!

I love this photo so much. I hope they blow it up huge!

Wedding: Michelle and Nathan, and other things

Here I am again with some more action from this past weekend! Saturday was Michelle and Nathan's wedding day. There is a little back story to this one.  You see, I used to work with Michelle way back in the day, at least ten years ago (give or take a few years). We worked at this joint called 'Congo Bongo', one of those kids fun centres where they have games, ball pits, climbing walls, and host birthday parties.  When I think back about that place, it sure was a disgusting smelly dust pit. It sure was a sweet job though! I operated the bungee trampoline (yep they trusted 17 year olds with that high risk job) and was eventually upgraded to "party planner".  Michelle was a cashier and party planner.   Anyways, the company went under (not suprising) and was converted into a church (not suprising), and we all went our separate ways.  Last year I shot Robin and Shaun's wedding and Michelle and Nathan were guests.  This is how  I came to shoot their wedding on Saturday!

Michelle and Nathan are two cool dudes. Their family is awesome as well, and were very welcoming into their home.  We arrived early which gave me plenty of time to get some detail shots before michelle had her hair done.

The flowers for this wedding were provided by the amazing Kimberly at Best Buds Flowers. Now listen all you brides getting married next year, you have to stop in to her shop in Oliver Square (104 ave and 117 st) and see what she can do for your wedding.  Her flowers are amazing, and the photos below prove it.

Have a look at a few of my favorite photos from Michelle and Nathan's wedding day. Remember, you can click an image to see a larger version.

An amazing arrangement!

I love this shot I took peeking through the railing on the second floor.

Her shoes. Always have to get a photo of the shoes. Details are my favorite photos to take.

The girl in the middle, her name is Sam, and she worked at Congo Bongo with us back in the day.  I remember her being very mischievous!

This photo is just awesome! Later on in the evening she actually had to teach everyone how to do the macarena.  

I usually cringe, sigh, and pout when I have to do a fountain photo. People always want photos in front of fountains no matter how ugly they usually are, and the majority of fountains out there are ugly!  Especially that water pit thing with the torch in it at the Legislative Ground. Eww. Anyways, this fountain was beautiful, and the light was tasty!

Finally, a photo with Nathan in it! If I have to make the decision between the pretty background, or the nice light, i'll always choose the nice light.  You can barely tell that's a garage in the background, but the light sure is great isn't it? 

One of my most favorite photos ever.

The bouquets were a work of art. 

Michelle, busted! 

(disclaimer: their might actually be no alcohol in the flask, but just water instead. Also, the photo might actually be a setup and not portraying the actual events correctly.)

(disclaimer for the disclaimer: the photo above was completely set up , and Michelle is a good actor. Michelle is not an alcoholic.)

Fashion Show and ING Marathon Weekend - Meet these two people!

Meet Joe. He's 3:15 marathon runner, a father, husband, math teacher, future brother-in-law, and just an all around good man.  Congratulations to Joe for finishing todays ING Edmonton Marathon in exactly 3 hours and 15 minutes, and placed 13th overall.

Joe and his son George celebrate.

George, Joe and his wife, Colleen.

Meet Kathryn Neuman. She's a fashion designer, university student, english major, and friend. This afternoon was her very own fashion show which took place at Maggie Walt Design. Her entire collection is created by her very own hand. Congratulations to Kathryn for putting on this wonderful show of her incredible work!

Below are a few photos from the show. This was the first time I ever shot this kind of gig, and for the most part did a decent job despite the challenging lighting and just the fact I have never shot a fashion show before. I basically had no idea what I was doing and just winged it.  Aside from the challenges, it was so much fun using the available light.

This first photo is Kathryn after the show. 

These next couple of shots is Christian Morneau. He performed the "half time show".  It was a spectacular performance! Christian is actually one of the final ten contestants in an international talent contest. He's a local edmonton performer, and deserves your votes! You can vote for him here, http://www.mtscproductions.com/vote/6104vote.php.

I have another post coming soon this week about two more cool people! Stay tuned!

Craig and Lyndsay's Wedding

Last weekend I shot my cousin Craigs and his fiancee Lyndsays wedding out in Nordegg, Alberta.  The entire event took place out at their family horse riding ranch.  Check out a few shots from the day below! Remember, you can click the photos below to see a larger, more easier to view version.

Melanie and Ben's Wedding

My latest wedding this weekend took place on Friday in Ponoka, Alberta. Take a look at a few photos from the day below.