i met chris and julia last december when we sat down for coffee in north van. these engaged vancouverites live in boston and were planning their grouse mountain wedding long distance. although a difficult task, they pulled it off seamlessly. when they july wedding date rolled around the weather cooperated, the locations where superb and the bride and groom glowed with love!
my lovely assistant tegan and i went to julia’s mom’s dundarave home to capture the getting ready images. when we arrived the girls were ready. their hair and make up was already finished, they slipped into their pocketed dresses, we snapped a few shots and chris surprised julia with a beautiful bracelet!
after about an hour of shooting at such a gorgeous home, we went to the beach for the first look. can i just say how much i LOVE the first look and doing portraits before the ceremony? there are so many great reasons for doing this. chris and julia were able to have some time alone together, to talk and kiss and laugh and not have over 100 people watching them. we then had so much time to relax and enjoy taking photos in multiple locations in west and north vancouver. enjoy we did. chris and julia’s bridal party were excellent! they laughed, jumped, teased, and basically were just fabulous ;)
the ceremony and reception were held at grouse mountain. that venue has a gorgeous view, its stunning! the night was filled with tears of love and joy, many great stories, delicious food and dancing. we even had a little photobooth at the end of the evening!
chris and julia. congratulations on your marriage. it was an honour to witness and be a part of your day.
enjoy.
by bethany schiedel
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