Thanks to Cari Zhu Photography, Victoria + Stephen's engagement session is gracing Vale + Vine today. If you hadn't noticed, there's been a bit of an engagement windfall around here lately, but that's because we're fast approaching engagement season and I realize many freshly engaged brides will be looking for inspiration along with photographers who might suit their style....
Read MoreAs today is officially the Thanksgiving holiday in Canada, I thought it would be fitting to feature a harvest-inspired engagement session shot by Kurtz Orpia Photography. I love the laid-back feel of Caitlin + Marko's shoot set amidst the vegetable garden on Marko's grandfather's horse farm....
Read MoreVale + Vine is excited to be featuring more inspiration and imagery from Alberta as of late. The province is home to some of Canada's most breathtaking (and popular) scenery, so it's no wonder couples are attracted to the jaw-dropping setting of Lake Louise and the surrounding Rocky Mountains for their weddings and engagement sessions. Whether your preference is relaxed and laid-back or truly opulent, the fine art wedding aesthetic Vale + Vine celebrates can be achieved no matter where you land on the spectrum, and no matter what time of year you select for your photos or big day...
Read MoreA touch of Europe, a hint of autumnal romance, a sweeping sense of elegance to whisk you away -- all the makings of an ideal engagement shoot, and Artiese Studios of Toronto along with wardrobe stylist Cynthia Nguyen of Pinch of Chic deliver for Morgan + Scott's romantic session. Here at Vale + Vine, beautiful style and lovely light are always celebrated, but what matters most when it comes to inspiration featuring real couples is that genuine love and deep commitment...
Read MoreCanada's Okanagan Valley has seen some intense summer weather this past season, and with that comes everything from an even more turquoise Kalamalka Lake (if that's even possible), soaring temperatures, and wildfires...which leads to smoke. Hazy skies (and the lakes reflecting them), like those shown in this engagement photographed by Vasia Weddings, need not hinder a beautiful portrait session...
Read MoreWith a classic black and white colour palette, Winny + Evan's engagement session photographed by Katya Leclerc holds a lot of inspiration for couples seeking out engagement session inspiration and wedding day ideas alike. Often reserved for the wedding day, Winny's choice of a long white dress accompanied by a lush floral bouquet is a bit unconventional for an engagement session, but that's why I love it....
Read MoreI think international travel is one of the things that Canadians do best. We adapt, we're polite (generally speaking, unless watching hockey) and we carry with us a sense of wonder that I believe endears us to the cultures and communities we encounter around the globe....
Read MoreThis pastoral engagement shoot for Marta + Giovanni by Laura Rowe Photography is both pared down and stylish. Photographed on farmland near Hamilton, Ontario, the rural location offers sweeping views of fields and gives off an earthy sense of romance that lends itself to walking barefoot in the fertile soil...
Read MoreNatural, unfettered landscapes featuring an element of architecture are my favourite. And while I admittedly have more than my share of 'favourites', let me explain why the combination of land and architecture really is my MOST favourite type of backdrop or setting for a romantic shoot or wedding...
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