Earlier this summer, you met Val and Tony on this blog via their engagement shoot in Elk Island Park. Val, as you might recall, made a beautiful bridesmaid during her sister Isabelle’s wedding last summer. On Saturday, it was Valerie’s day to shine as the stunning bride as she tied the knot with her long time partner Tony. Splendid weather and a great group of people made the day a memorable one. Here are some of the photos.
The ladies got ready at Val and Tony’s home in Sherwood Park.



While the girls worked tirelessly to prepare, the boys did what boys do.

Dad shows some emotion as he blesses Val’s marriage.

Just before we left for the church, the ladies wanted a shot with this little blue beauty.

Val recorded a message for Tony prior to the ceremony which was played over speakers just before she entered. It was laced with love and emotion and Tony couldn’t hold back a tear.

It built some anticipate to see his soon to be wife.

Escorted by her son and daughter, Val makes her way down the isle.



As both Val and Tony have children, they each made a speech to them during the ceremony and presented them with a gift as a welcome to each other’s family.

The rings were a little tight! Neither seemed to mind.

A kiss sealed the vows.

5 minutes later…

Formals took us back to Tony and Val’s home as well as some downtown locations. Below, the wedding party demonstrates their pyramid skills.


The weather was hot and so were the better half of the wedding party.

The beautiful bride poses for a portrait.






The reception was held at the Mirage banquet hall in east Edmonton.

The ladies took a break after the speeches.

The newlyweds sample their cake.

Before sharing their first dance.


Thanks, Val and Tony, for sharing your big day with me. Your creativity and love for each other made it a special one. Congratulations and cheers!