Archive for October, 2009

Bridges Wedding: Danielle and Chad

1. I love it when I see a wedding be a perfect representation of the couple and their personalities.  So much work went into the fun details at Danielle and Chad’s wedding, I am excited to show it off here!  Danielle picked some amazing vendors (Roa Floral Design, Lise at Urban Event Planners)
2. Danielle’s super sweet parents came and hung out during girls prep time, and I loved her father’s reaction after seeing her in her dress : )  I’d also like to dedicate part of this blog post to Chad’s mother, who checks the blog regularly!
3. Chad, in Chad-like fashion, got bored while I was photographing him, thus the surprise jowler  : )  We had fun that day!

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As I said before, Danielle and Chad picked a great lineup for their wedding, here are some of the vendors:

Caricaturist – Ted Couling
Jazz Band – Goby Catt and the Catt Pack
DJ – DJ Leanne ‘Girl on Wax’
Cupcakes – Cakes by Meg
Stationery – par avion design
Floral Design:  CC at Roa Floral Design
Planner: Lise at Urban Event Planners

 

1. I love it when I see a wedding be a perfect representation of the couple and their personalities.  So much work went into the fun details at Danielle and Chad’s wedding, I am excited to show it off here!  Danielle picked some amazing vendors (Roa Floral Design, Lise at Urban Event Planners)
2. Danielle’s super sweet parents came and hung out during girls prep time, and I loved her father’s reaction after seeing her in her dress : )  I’d also like to dedicate part of this blog post to Chad’s mother, who checks the blog regularly!
3. Chad, in Chad-like fashion, got bored while I was photographing him, thus the surprise jowler  : )  We had fun that day!

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As I said before, Danielle and Chad picked a great lineup for their wedding, here are some of the vendors:

Caricaturist – Ted Couling
Jazz Band – Goby Catt and the Catt Pack
DJ – DJ Leanne ‘Girl on Wax’
Cupcakes – Cakes by Meg
Stationery – par avion design
Floral Design:  CC at Roa Floral Design
Planner: Lise at Urban Event Planners

Comments

Tamara P

I love this wedding! So funny and colourful!

Tara

Wow that night shot with the bridge is amazing! Bridges looks like a great place. Can’t wait for our wedding!

keri travis

What a beautiful + fun wedding!
I love the photo of her spinning her dress! I also love the apples!

Janie

Wow Wow Wow! Absolutely stunning photos for an absolutely stunning bride! Love those freckles! You take the most expressive photos!

Looks like a good couple too :) Hope you had fun!

Karla

Another WOW!!! These pictures are awesome!

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Tenzin and Myla

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Comments

jamie delaine

those first two are incredible.

Beth

GORGEOUS!!! I LOVE the first two. And could you send some of the lovely weather down here, please!!!

Jenn Best

These are beautiful! Oooohhh – I want to eath that little girl all up – so cute!

Danielle

Love the peace sign in the last photo…how precious!

Susan Solo

Oh these are so wonderful! And that last one is so cute I can’t even stand it!

Keri Travis

Look at you quick blogger! The pics are gorgeous! I already ordered some!!
Thanks a million for your super sweet talent! Tenzin thinks you’re coming back soon. LOVE YOU!
Keri*

lesley

Wow, these are breath taking!

Christina Looker

i really really love these! such personality… :)

marie

Great photos … the children look like they are enjoying themselves .. very cute

rebecca

ohhhhhhhh……so good

keri travis

This has to be some of your best work! ;)

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Laity Pumpkin Patch

Jordan, at 5 months, at the Laity Pumpkin Patch in Maple Ridge. Happy pumpkin season!

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Jordan, at 5 months, at the Laity Pumpkin Patch in Maple Ridge. Happy pumpkin season!

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Comments

Deb

Thanks for coming with us to the pumpkin patch and getting such great pictures!

becca

you should have put up the one taken after Jordan fell face first into the mud haha!

keri travis

AHHHH! Look at Jordan sitting up!! He’s a cute little pumpkin himself!

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Performance Works Wedding: Abby and Kurtis

1. Though they never said these exact words, I am pretty sure that Abby and Kurtis chose us to shoot their day because we’re a little… strange  : P  And though I never said these exact words back to them, I was extremely happy when their wedding day arrived because I know that they are also a little… strange : )
2. Yes, that is an artichoke in Abby’s amazing bouquet!
3. I wiped out as I was gunning it backwards up the hill at Ron Basford park while Abby+Kurtis were walking up the aisle after their ceremony at Ron Basford park- based on the photo seen below of them laughing at me, I know that at least one guest has captured it : )
4. Mark is the blog police and always tells me that I blog too many images… ooops, hopefully he won’t see this one!

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Venue: Performance Works
Ceremony Site: Ron Basford Park
Event Planning and amazing bouquets/florals by Tanya Peters of Milestone Events
Officiant: Karen Ell
Videography: Love Story Media
Caterer: Sugar Mountain Catering
DJ: Ivan
Beautiful centerpieces and delicious sangria by Abby!!
Amazing and epic cupcake stand by Kurtis!!!

 

1. Though they never said these exact words, I am pretty sure that Abby and Kurtis chose us to shoot their day because we’re a little… strange  : P  And though I never said these exact words back to them, I was extremely happy when their wedding day arrived because I know that they are also a little… strange : )
2. Yes, that is an artichoke in Abby’s amazing bouquet!
3. I wiped out as I was gunning it backwards up the hill at Ron Basford park while Abby+Kurtis were walking up the aisle after their ceremony at Ron Basford park- based on the photo seen below of them laughing at me, I know that at least one guest has captured it : )
4. Mark is the blog police and always tells me that I blog too many images… ooops, hopefully he won’t see this one!

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bride and groom

green wedding details

water bottle customized for wedding

ring bearer shirt

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dancing storyboard

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Venue: Performance Works
Ceremony Site: Ron Basford Park
Event Planning and amazing bouquets/florals by Tanya Peters of Milestone Events
Officiant: Karen Ell
Videography: Love Story Media
Caterer: Sugar Mountain Catering
DJ: Ivan
Beautiful centerpieces and delicious sangria by Abby!!
Amazing and epic cupcake stand by Kurtis!!!

Comments

Abby

First off OMG!!
Second only if strange is synonymous with awesome!!
I am crying and laughing at the same time, can’t believe how competely mind blowing these are Leslie and Mark, Thank you for giving us something that is so priceless! I love you guys! (and if it wasn’t 530 in the morning I’d call you instead of commenting, haha but will talk to you soon!)
Thank you for capturing our day with such perfection.

Kat Forsyth

“Ring Security”? AWESOME. What a fantastically crazy couple! I love them!

Emma

These are great! Just started crying again, so thanks alot :)

Olga - Dott Photography

Wow, they are fun :) ! Beautiful pics as always!

Heather

This looks like the funnest wedding EVER. I wish I knew these people :)

Chelsea

Amazing!

Susan Solo

This is, quite easily, the coolest, quirkiest wedding I have ever seen! I crazy LOVE it so much. You did such a great job of capturing the spirit of the day – I can just FEEL the energy!

becca

hahahhahaha somehow the first time around i managed not to notice the man dancing sans pants

Krista

I am so glad for the one zillion images, they are amazing!! Love the “Ring Security”

Daniel (from d'Soleil Studios)

How ever did you get them to take their shirts off? Love this wedding. Looks like a lot of fun! Keep it up!

Leslie

I took my shirt off for them in exchange :P

Scott Hadfield

That’s not Mark doing a handstand at the wedding, is it??

leslie

mark can’t do handstands, not athletic enough :)

rebecca

is that bridesmaid upside down?

Oly Ruiz

I knew I’m going to love your style Leslie! =)

Your reception shots are as awesome! =)

marksphoto

Your ideas are a breathe of fresh air.

Amber Hughes

Hehehe… this is one of the most fun looking weddings I’ve seen this season! Seriously awesome all around.. :)

Karla

Wow! This wedding looked great! Love the look of the venue!

Joanna

I love the colours you campture here :)

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Hart House Wedding: Pam and Jeremy

1. Pam and Jeremy planned their wedding from start to finish in three months…
2. THREE MONTHS!
3. Despite the short planning time, nothing was compromised and was just perfect in every way imaginable.  Within one week of being engaged, they had almost everything in order for their big day- they are so open minded and therefore everything fell in place for them.  You can’t go wrong with Hart House, and they even had a whole roasted suckling pig on menu that evening!

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1. Pam and Jeremy planned their wedding from start to finish in three months…
2. THREE MONTHS!
3. Despite the short planning time, nothing was compromised and was just perfect in every way imaginable.  Within one week of being engaged, they had almost everything in order for their big day- they are so open minded and therefore everything fell in place for them.  You can’t go wrong with Hart House, and they even had a whole roasted suckling pig on menu that evening!

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Comments

Beth

Jaw droppingly beautiful! I LOVE these! That ring shot is perfection, and of course I love all the backlight and sunflare.

Sheryl

PAM! Congrats you crazy girl! Awesome shots…looks like you guys had a blast =) Miss ya!

Carolyn Egerszegi

Perfect! Perfect! Perfect! These could be some of my favourite shots of yours ever! I just love them all. The processional shot from behind with the sun flare is pure perfection and then the processional shot from the opposite angle is super-duper perfection. To catch the bride at the exact moment she stepped into that pocket of sun with such perfect framing…. outstanding! I love it. Congrats! Oh, and can I just say the bride’s dress is divine??

Pam

Thank you so much, Leslie and Mark, for your incredible shots of our wedding day. We’ll never ever forget how perfect the day was because of your photos!

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Cut your hair, Joe

Mark’s brother, Joe, has had his dreads for 9 years.  He’s now in his 30′s and after years of many people begging him to get a haircut, he has finally given in.  Luckily he is putting his 9 years of intensive dread-growing to good use, and is fundraising for the Canadian Cancer Society and will be getting them chopped off on November 7!!!!!!  Yay!  Watch out ladies!
He has a goal of $10,000, which is only $192.31 per dreadlock (remember, he worked hard for those dreads!).  Donations can be made here, don’t delay!
http://convio.cancer.ca/goto/dreadlocks

joe

cancer fundraiser

 

Mark’s brother, Joe, has had his dreads for 9 years.  He’s now in his 30′s and after years of many people begging him to get a haircut, he has finally given in.  Luckily he is putting his 9 years of intensive dread-growing to good use, and is fundraising for the Canadian Cancer Society and will be getting them chopped off on November 7!!!!!!  Yay!  Watch out ladies!
He has a goal of $10,000, which is only $192.31 per dreadlock (remember, he worked hard for those dreads!).  Donations can be made here, don’t delay!
http://convio.cancer.ca/goto/dreadlocks

joe

cancer fundraiser

Comments

Abby

That is awesome, we will put in a donation, thanks for blogging this Leslie!

dq

Thanks Les!

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New Westminster Wedding: Sara and Mike

1. Sara is rebel bride #2, with her hot red dress and sassy hair!  …breaking all the rules.  Check it out!!!!!!!!! I love her look!
2. No wedding party meant lots of great 1 on 1 portrait time with Sara and Mike around New Westminster- even with a short amount of time, I loved the images from their session.
3. During the reception, a lymeric was the task that guests needed to perform in order for S&M to kiss : )
4. While Sara waited for her images to be ready, she reminded me from time to time through email about how she was being “good and patient at waiting… sort of” : ) haha, well Sara, they are ready for ya!
5. Looking for gluten+wheat+dairy-free cupcakes? check out Coco Cakes!

6. —just have to add this last point- I haven’t even sent out the email to Sara to tell her about the blog post that went up a few hours ago, and she’s already got these up on facebook : )  I love the enthusiasm!

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Live performance by Keith Bennett
Cupcakes by Coco Cupcakes
Venue: Centennial Lodge
Ceremony: Queen’s Park

 

1. Sara is rebel bride #2, with her hot red dress and sassy hair!  …breaking all the rules.  Check it out!!!!!!!!! I love her look!
2. No wedding party meant lots of great 1 on 1 portrait time with Sara and Mike around New Westminster- even with a short amount of time, I loved the images from their session.
3. During the reception, a lymeric was the task that guests needed to perform in order for S&M to kiss : )
4. While Sara waited for her images to be ready, she reminded me from time to time through email about how she was being “good and patient at waiting… sort of” : ) haha, well Sara, they are ready for ya!
5. Looking for gluten+wheat+dairy-free cupcakes? check out Coco Cakes!

6. —just have to add this last point- I haven’t even sent out the email to Sara to tell her about the blog post that went up a few hours ago, and she’s already got these up on facebook : )  I love the enthusiasm!

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Live performance by Keith Bennett
Cupcakes by Coco Cupcakes
Venue: Centennial Lodge
Ceremony: Queen’s Park

Comments

sara

so pretty! haha you make me laugh. why didn’t you tell the world you smacked my butt to get me to laugh during the photo shoot? hehe, well iii just did =P i can’t wait to see the rest! you totally made my day! thanks leslie and mark for shooting our wedding day. it really was the best day ever and you captured it so well!

Leslie

I smack lots of butts! it’s one of the perks, you know : )

Beth

WOW! You guys worked your magic once again!

sara

i liked you rolling around on the ground while taking the tree shots! that was a perk too =P did mark get a pic of you doing that? hehe

christina looker

You inspire me {period}.

Karina Evans

WOW !!!
LOVE THE PICTURES =)

Priscila

A girl after my own heart. I love the red wedding dress.

Joanna

I want her hair!!
Great shots :)

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White Rock Wedding: Ursula and Gerry

1. When we first met with Ursula and Gerry in June of 2008, they had wanted bouncy balls to be used in their photo session (or was it just Gerry who wanted this?!!) ; )- I was extremely excited to see that over a year later, they still stuck with their plans and we could follow through with their vision.
2. Green dress and orange shoes, I was updated throughout the year on Ursula’s planning thanks to her Facebook updates, and could not wait to see her on the wedding day!  …moreover I could not wait to see Gerry rip off her dress during their crazy awesome first dance routine!
3. Washington Avenue Grill…. absolutely amazing place for a wedding!  From the decor, to the food, to the fun staff, the view, the drinks…– all top notch and highly recommended!

I’ve had many requests to blog this wedding from people who had heard about it- everyone was intrigued to hear of my rebellious blue dress bride who dared to get married on a Monday : )  I am super excited to share this wedding with everyone!!

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cupcakes & cake: Babycakes, Abbotsford
jewelry: Zuka, www.zuka-art.com, Vancouver
flowers: Didi’s flowers, http://www.didisflowers.com, Surrey
venue: Washington Avenue Grill, White Rock

 

1. When we first met with Ursula and Gerry in June of 2008, they had wanted bouncy balls to be used in their photo session (or was it just Gerry who wanted this?!!) ; )- I was extremely excited to see that over a year later, they still stuck with their plans and we could follow through with their vision.
2. Green dress and orange shoes, I was updated throughout the year on Ursula’s planning thanks to her Facebook updates, and could not wait to see her on the wedding day!  …moreover I could not wait to see Gerry rip off her dress during their crazy awesome first dance routine!
3. Washington Avenue Grill…. absolutely amazing place for a wedding!  From the decor, to the food, to the fun staff, the view, the drinks…– all top notch and highly recommended!

I’ve had many requests to blog this wedding from people who had heard about it- everyone was intrigued to hear of my rebellious blue dress bride who dared to get married on a Monday : )  I am super excited to share this wedding with everyone!!

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cupcakes & cake: Babycakes, Abbotsford
jewelry: Zuka, www.zuka-art.com, Vancouver
flowers: Didi’s flowers, http://www.didisflowers.com, Surrey
venue: Washington Avenue Grill, White Rock

Comments

Beth

Great shot! Looks like a fun wedding with a fun couple!

Shirley

I can’t seem to find the right words to describe how amazing these photos are!!

Wow!!!!!!!!

ursula

to say that i’m delighted doesn’t even come close to how awesome i think these pics are.

Leslie & Mark: you two are amazing.

sara

i love the blue dress and the bouncy balls! awesome!

Jenn Best

These make me smile :) Beautiful Leslie!

tamara

too cute. love the blue dress, and the balls just show everyone had a fun time at this wedding!

christina looker

fun, fun, fun…from the balloon smiley face to the bouncie thingy-ma-bobs. i love this wedding! great job again leslie!

Alyx

oow…what a sweet bride…and an amazing couple…nice wedding…;)..i love her dress by the way :)

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