This blog is here to support you through the planning process with clarity and heart.
Inside, you’ll find advice on planning your day in a way that feels calm and intentional and grounding into what truly matters when the day finally arrives. Along the way, I share real experiences from years of documenting weddings from the moments that last, and the quiet magic that happens when you focus on connection over perfection.
This is a space to learn, reflect, and feel less alone in it all.
Best Engagement Photo Locations in Calgary
Why Location Matters for Your Engagement Photos The location you pick changes everything about your photos. Good light, interesting backgrounds, and more importantly, a spot that feels like you all add up. A random park that means nothing to you will look like a...
LGBTQ+ Wedding Photography in Calgary & the Rocky Mountains – What I Learned Searching for Inclusive Wedding Vendors as a Queer Bride
Why Finding Inclusive Wedding Vendors in Calgary Matters Planning a wedding is already a lot. But planning a queer wedding adds a whole extra layer of stress that straight couples just don't have to think about. Will this vendor actually be happy to work with us? Or...
Last minute experience gifts for your partner in Calgary
Local Experience Gifts for Calgary Couples Looking for a gift that creates lasting memories? Calgary offers amazing experiences you can book even at the last minute! Rather than another physical gift, why not treat your partner to something you can enjoy together?...
Sarah & Malcolm’s Moraine Lake Wedding Photographs in Banff
Sarah and Malcolm are a couple that truly embody the phrase "meant to be together." Their wedding was a breathtaking journey through the elements of rain, snow, and sunshine, all in the stunning backdrop of the mountains. From the moment they locked eyes during their...
Best Time of Year for a Mountain Wedding in Alberta
Alberta Mountain Weather Considerations The weather in Alberta's Rocky Mountains can surprise you if you're used to city conditions. Mountains create their own weather patterns that change quickly throughout the day. In summer, temperatures typically range from...
Kristine & Rod’s Quarry Lake Elopement Photographs in Canmore
Nestled against the stunning backdrop of the Canadian Rockies, Kristine and Rod's elopement at Quarry Lake was nothing short of magical. This was a cold one and also one for the books. This wasn’t the beginning of their story, but it was a deeply intentional chapter,...
Mountain Engagement Photo Ideas Near Calgary : An Alberta Rockies Winter Road Trip
Steph and I headed out to the mountains for a wintery getaway, not realizing just how cold it would be. The temperatures “felt like –40°C!” But with camera gear in tow, we decided to brave the chill. We love escaping to the mountains. There’s something grounding about...
Justin & Anna’s Bowness Park Engagement Photographs in Calgary
When winter blankets Calgary with snow, magic happens at Bowness Park. Justin and Anna's engagement session was exactly that - a mix of laughter, love, and a bit of hockey rivalry that made for amazing photos! A Winter Wonderland Engagement Session The day of Justin...
Winter Engagement Photos in Calgary and the Mountains
There’s something truly magical about a winter engagement session in Calgary. The snow transforms every scene into a dreamy, clean canvas that makes couples and mountains alike pop in photos. Whether you’re bundled up for a cozy couple photoshoot, skating in Bowness...
How to Plan a Winter Wedding in Calgary: Tips from a Calgary Wedding Photographer
Embracing Calgary's Winter Beauty for Wedding Photos Calgary in the winter is pure magic for wedding photos. The light is soft and gentle with none of that harsh summer sun, just this beautiful, flattering glow that makes everything feel calm and intimate. And when...
First Steps to Planning a Wedding in Calgary
So you’re ready to say “I do”—woohoo!But before you dive into checklists and timelines, take a breath. This whole journey you’re about to start? It’s not just about planning a wedding. It’s about planning a day that feels like the two of you from your laughter, your...
A Heartfelt Kananaskis Anniversary Photo Session — Celebrating 10 Years of Love
Ten years ago, these two got married. They danced, laughed, promised a whole life together… and somewhere in the beautiful swirl of planning and decisions, they skipped upgrading to the high-resolution photos. They’ve regretted it ever since. Not in a dramatic...
Sam and Kurtis’s Calgary BMO Centre and Lindsay Park Engagement Photographs in Calgary
Sam and Kurtis are the kind of couple that makes you smile just by being around them. Their engagement session at the BMO Centre and Lindsay Park in Calgary perfectly captured their fun-loving connection. They met on a dating app (like many modern couples), but their...
Donny and Liberty’s Calgary Zoo Wedding Photographs in Calgary
Why They Chose the Calgary Zoo The ENMAX Conservatory at the Calgary Zoo was the perfect venue for Donny and Liberty because of Donny's love for dinosaurs. During their first zoo visit together, Liberty was amazed as Donny shared countless dinosaur facts that weren't...
Laura and Michelle’s Kananaskis and Flores and Pine Wedding Photographs in Kananaskis and Calgary
Laura and Michelle’s wedding day was the kind full of heart, laughter, and the kind of love that continues to deepen with time. Their celebration unfolded with stunning mountain views in Kananaskis and continued at the beautiful Flores & Pine Venue in Calgary....
How to Stay Present on Your Calgary Wedding Day
The Importance of Staying Present on Your Wedding Day Your wedding day is full of beauty, emotion, and celebration — but let’s be honest, it can also feel like it’s happening at warp speed. Couples often say: “It was such a blur.” “We were surrounded by everyone… but...
How Much Wedding Photography Coverage Do You Really Need for a Calgary or Mountain Wedding
Understanding Wedding Photography Coverage Hours Wedding photography coverage is simply the time your photographer spends shooting your big day. For Calgary and mountain weddings, this needs careful thought due to travel time and changing light. Most photographers...
Sam and Quinn’s Railyard Brewing Wedding Photographs in Calgary
There’s something magical about a wedding celebration that doesn’t fit neatly into one day. For Sam and Quinn, love deserved more than a single party. Their “wedding part two” at Railyard Brewing was an evening filled with pizza, doughnuts, craft beer, and so much...
Sam and Quinn Water Valley Wedding
Quinn and Sam’s wedding day (part 1) in Water Valley was nothing short of beautiful. Even a little rain couldn’t dim the joy that radiated from their backyard celebration. Surrounded by games, belly laughter, and the kind of heartfelt moments that come from deep...
Artistic Night Wedding Photography Calgary
Why Night Wedding Photos Create Stunning Memories Night photos carry a kind of intimacy that’s hard to find in the bustle of the day. The reception hums with laughter and music, but stepping outside for a few minutes gives you a pause—a breath—where it’s just...



















