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Real life is this beautiful.

 

Diana & Phil's Ten Year Wedding Anniversary
 

I met the Chans when shooting Diana's brother's wedding, and doing portraits for her parents' 40th wedding anniversary (yesss!). Both times we hit it off and everyone had a fantastic time, so it only made sense when Diana & Phil's 10 year wedding anniversary came up, that we connected again to commemorate the occasion. 

It was a gorgeous August day and we met for a couple's photo session (complete with story-telling games that had these two reminiscing into fits of giggles), followed by candids of the family enjoying the gardens and grounds at Langdon Hall. After the photo shoot, everyone gathered in a pretty conservatory of this stately country manor for cocktails followed by a family dinner in their own private dining room.

Check out Diana's memories of the day here.

 

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Wedding Anniversary Session: Photographer Review
 

“Kate spent the afternoon with us for our anniversary celebration at Langdon Hall; she took photos of our family, including two small children and our dog.

We are extremely pleased with the photos — I think Kate’s photography speaks for itself in terms of the outstanding quality — but it is also great working with Kate, both before, during and after the event.

Kate does a tremendous job from beginning to end: she takes the time to discuss what the plan for the shoot is, but she also comes up with great ideas on the day, to take advantage of the location, modify the plans to accommodate everyone’s needs (particularly the moods/attention spans of the children and the dog). She is able to take fantastic photos while being relaxed, easy-going and patient with everyone. She always makes herself available, both before and after the event to answer questions and make sure that the photos turn out exactly as you want. Her pricing is fair and transparent and she makes the photos available shortly after the event.

I should also mention that Kate does a superb job with the photo books. The final product is such a wonderful keepsake that the whole family keeps coming back to it.

I highly recommend Kate and personally look forward to having Kate take photos of our family again in the future.”

– Diana & Phil

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And click here to see the photos from Diana & Phil's 10 year wedding anniversary!

 
Courtney & Joe's Downtown Toronto Engagement Photos

For Courtney and Joe's downtown Toronto engagement photos, we decided to meet at the gorgeous La Société in Yorkville. It was early, and the restaurant was quiet enough for them to enjoy an after-work drink together, and for me to skulk around gazing at the breathtaking stained glass ceiling, and spying on them through plants... Yes, that is part of my wonderful world of "couples photography". We walked down to U of T for more photos, and ended up having a most hilarious, yet romantic time. Laughing and whispering stories to one another amongst the age-old stone walls of Victoria College, I felt happy just being in the company of Joe and Courtney.

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Courtney and Joe, thank you, firstly, for introducing me to the phrase "hot breath"... My photo shoots will never be the same. Can't wait to photograph your Niagara wedding this weekend!!

Shannon & Matt's Wedding - Geraldo's at LaSalle Park

Shannon and Matt hold a special place in my heart. Shannon is a kick-ass lady-entrepreneur, giving the best financial advice in town (seriously, contact her). Not only is she excellent at her job, but part of what makes Shannon different, is that her personality shines like the sun. When you think you'll be in tears over the number of cappuccinos you charged last month, you'll actually end up having fun (crazy, I know!). I know I went on about this when I posted Shannon and Matt's engagement photos, but I just can't say enough about it, so #sorrynotsorry (same for using a hashtag in my blog post).

Shannon and Matt had a gorgeous summer wedding at Geraldo's at LaSalle Park in Burlington. They did not want to see one another until the aisle and, let me tell you, it was worth the wait. It is truly inspiring when two people who've known each another since high school can still strike this much excitement, admiration, and genuine enthusiasm for one another. Matt literally clasped his heart when he saw her. Shannon's whole being was overflowing with happiness... Love.

Anyway, clearly I was and still am affected by the emotion. I'll try to wrap it up, but want to mention one more thing...

Not only was this entire crowd one of the most fun, party-loving groups I've been with (the speeches had me crying and laughing), but Shannon and her dad choreographed an amazing dance to a mashup of songs including the themes to Star Trek, James Bond, and Monty Python. It was. The. Best.

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Matt and Shannon, thank you for being awesome, and spreading awesomeness across the world. My heart swells at the memory of your wedding day.

Click here to see Shannon & Matt's Exhibition Place engagement photos.

Photographers: Kate O’Connor and Michelle Yee

Thank you to the creative team! Cake: Molly Cake DJ: Maximum Music DJ Services Décor & Flowers: Christine Owen, Settings Design Stylist Event Planner: Namira McBride, McBride Weddings Hair: Rose Huggett Makeup: Kristin Lumsden Venue & Catering: Geraldo's at LaSalle Park

Andrea & Josh at Main Street Unionville

This engagement shoot was so much fun! I met Andrea years ago, when I first graduated university - I was the volunteer photographer for her organization, Endeavour Volunteer Consulting for Non-Profits. I can say that along side second shooting at weddings, Endeavour taught me how to be an event photographer... But enough about me!

Andrea and Josh got engaged last year at Niagara falls, and I was thrilled to hear the news. They wanted to do their photos at Main Street Unionville, where they went for ice cream on their first date. Um... ROMANTIC.

The light, the gorgeous greenery (I mean can you believe that bridge scene?!) and of course the secret and not-so-secret smiles between two people who have searched the world and found one another. Jeez, life is beautiful.

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