As I pulled into Slave Lake on Friday night for Angela and Tyson’s wedding, the trusty temperature display on my truck read -35C. What it didn’t tell me was that on top of that, a stiff north westerly wind was pushing that temperature even further grim territory. This was going to be a cold weekend - even to born and bred Albertans. Despite it all, however, Angela and Tyson pulled off a fantastic wedding in front of jubilant family and friends. Their intense love for each other and frequently locked lips managed to keep everyone warm. Here are some of the photos.

The day began at Hair Traces in Slave Lake. Angela and her maid of honour share an excited smile below.

The ceremony started at 2:00 pm at the Abundant Life Assembly across the street. An emotional bride makes her entrance with dad.

Angela and Tyson seal their vows with a kiss.

When we’d last met, the couple had expressed an interest in doing some shooting outside, however, as they valued the continued health of their limbs, we shot the formals at a beautiful residence in Slave Lake. Below, a gorgeous group of ladies flash their smile for the camera.

Don’t mess with the boys from Bullet Proof Construction.

A couple of portraits of the beautiful bride.

The reception was held at Elk’s Hall. The speeches had a definate humorous tone.

The newlyweds attempt a cake topper pose.

The first dance was up next.

The guys put together a great fireworks display for the couple (which many elected to watch from a warm vehicle). The cold kept our shoot to under 10 seconds but the result was lovely.

Thanks for making me a part of the big day, Angela and Tyson. You two are amazingly laid back and were a pleasure to work with from start to finish. Your love for each other is so easy to see - you’re destined for a great marriage. Congratulations and cheers!

Meet Keana and Scott. On Saturday this young couple exchanged their vows in Sherwood Park. The weather was fantastic - yet another spring like day in January which allowed us to do some shooting outdoors. Here are some of the photos.

 

The ladies got ready at the Edmonton East Comfort Inn Hotel in Sherwood Park.

A short while later, the ceremony got underway at the same location.

 

The marriage begins with a kiss.

Festival Place was the next stop. Below, the day’s lovely ladies smile for the camera.

The beautiful bride poses for a portrait.

We headed back to the Inn for the reception.

Good natured speeches kept everyone entertained.

The cake was cut.

And the newlywed’s first dance capped off the evening.

Thanks for choosing me to record your big day, Keana and Scott. You two were alot of fun and I was you all the best in your future together. Congratulations and cheers!

 

 

Meet Carla and Ryan. On Saturday, the frigid weather that’s been pounding Alberta to a pulp moved off just in time for Carla and Ryan’s wedding. I had the pleasure of shooting this super easy going couple’s ceremony and formals. Here are some of the photos.

 

First stop for the day was at the Neil Crawford center for some formals with the couple.

 

The beautiful bride smiles for a portrait.

 

Wanting to take advantage of the relatively balmy conditions outside, we headed over to the Royal Museum for a few shots.

Kudos to the couple who went for a tromp through the snow before their ceremony!

 

Carla walks the isle with dad at the Royal Executive Inn.

 

A kiss begins the marriage.

 

After doing some family formals, the newlyweds and I took a few more shots around the hotel.

 

Ryan elects to take a break before dinner festivities begin.

Thanks so much for allowing me to participate in your wedding, Carla and Ryan. You two were a pleasure to work with and I wish you a long and happy marriage. Cheers!