I wanted to make sure I posted this wedding preview before all our beautiful snow melts away!  Charisa and Stewart were married on a Friday morning at Willingdon church.  Having the pre-Christmas energy made the day even more special, and we were so lucky that their wedding day was held on the most amazing and calm December day, perfectly pancaked between two major snow storms.

Prep time was a total girlfest, with a big room upstairs full of 15 or so women all getting their hair and makeup done.  It was a blast!

Charisa’s flowergirl was a perfect little princess- she LOVED being part of the wedding and doted on Charisa all day!

The ceremony was held in the Chapel downstairs, with instrumental Radiohead by Christopher O’Riley as the prelude music (it was amazing and highly recommended if you are considering non-traditional pre-wedding music!):

Stewart walks his mom down the aisle:

And then waits for Charisa:

I can definitely feel the energy here, as this was taken about 1 second before they kissed!

Charisa’s Maid of Honor performs her duties : )

We took this right in front of the Willingdon church before heading over to Deer Lake Park for some winter wonderland shots.

I am so grateful that Charisa was fully prepared for the elements!

Rockin’ wedding party!  So much personality in their jump : )

My feet are getting cold just looking at these next few images!  We had amazing light for Charisa and Stewart’s wedding.. I was at Deer Lake Park the day before to check to see if it was walkable in the snow, and it was very dull and gloomy, completely different from this amazing scene!

Back to the church for the reception.  I LOVE lanterns for decorations!

Charisa’s proud parents:

And Charisa’s very supportive Maid of Honor after her toast:

Sorry if this looks too tempting!

Towards the end of the afternoon, the orange sun shone through the windows in full force. Nothing like a little romantic gymnasium lighting! : )

Congratulations to Charisa and Stewart!  Thank you for being such an enjoyable couple to spend the day with.  I can’t wait to see what the future holds for you!