Casa Loma castle reflects in the water at dusk, showcasing its Gothic Revival architecture in Toronto, Canada.

VANESSA & TONY

a november wedding


A Wedding at CASA LOMA CASTLE

A FAIRY-TALE


Vanessa and Anthony say "I do" at Casa Loma in Toronto. This wedding reminds me of a Disney animated movie. A princess finds her prince charming in a foreign land, brings him back home and they marry in a castle. To top it off, she was frozen in her elegant backless wedding gown.

I first met Vanessa at her sister, Natalie's wedding in Kelowna, BC. Natalie married Dan at Summerhill Winery. That was a few years ago now; I can't believe how much time flies. It was sure nice to see Natalie, Dan and their families again. I felt less like a hired professional, and more like an old friend.

The first time I met Anthony was in New York during their engagement session. Ever since Vanessa asked me to come to New York, I had been dreaming of all these epic photos I was going to create. Of course, nothing goes according to plan. Nevertheless, the three of us were able to create some awesome photos.

An artistic photo of wedding shoes sitting on a reflective surface with an engagement ring sitting between them.
A bride-to-be in white lace robe stands near sheer curtained windows in a bright sunlit room as she holds her wedding dress.
A bride in a white wedding dress sits gracefully on a pink velvet couch as she adjusts the strap of her high-heel shoe.
Black and white photo of groomsmen watching a video on a phone on how to tie their bow ties as they get ready for a wedding ceremony.
A black and white photo shows a silhouetted crowd watching a performance in a dimly lit venue.
Two people in formal attire are engaged in conversation in a bright interior setting.
A group of grooms men stand in a bright, art-deco space looking out large windows as they help each other with suspenders.
Black and white image of a best-man helping a groom with his bow-tie.
A close-up view through fabric shows someone wearing a black bow tie and white dress shirt looking upward with a smile.
A tender moment at a formal event as a woman pins a white boutonniere onto a black tuxedo jacket.
Close-up view of groom adjusting black tie and boutonniere against white curtain background.
A woman in a black top stands in a modern office hallway with glass walls and reflective surfaces.
Black and white portrait of a woman sitting in a contemplative pose with hand resting on chin in an indoor setting.
A woman in a black dress strikes an elegant pose against a dark background in this dramatic black and white photograph.
Black and white series of candid photos showing a woman in a black top looking down and smiling in different poses.
A black and white photos showing a woman in a black dress standing against a building exterior.
A bridal party in formal attire sitting on elegant vintage furniture share champagne in a light blue room with wall sconces.
Wedding party poses playfully on vintage furniture in an elegant room with mint walls and crystal chandeliers.
Wedding party in black dresses poses together in an elegant room with mint green walls and crystal chandeliers.
A black and white artistic photo showing a bride in a flowing dress by large windows.
A bride in white tight-fitting wedding dress poses behind a window with black grid pattern creating an artistic framed portrait effect.
A bridal party poses at the base of an elegant white stone colonnade with arched windows and architectural details at a historic building.
Groomsmen in black tuxedos pose against an elegant stone building facade with arched architecture.
A wedding party in formal attire poses together against a stone wall exterior of a building.
Bride in a white dress holding a bouquet stands on stone steps during golden hour with sunlit trees in background.
A couple shares an intimate moment during their wedding photoshoot in a golden sunset-lit garden setting.
A black and white architectural photograph shows a stone castle-like building with turrets and bare winter trees against the sky.
A black and white photograph of a couple standing on stone steps surrounded by lush garden foliage.
A couple in wedding attire dips gracefully on stone steps during their romantic outdoor photo session.
Silhouetted couple sharing an intimate moment at sunset with Toronto's CN Tower in the background.
Bride in white dress sits on concrete wall holding white bouquet during golden sunset.
A bride in a white dress walks through a sunlit garden during golden hour as sunbeams filter through the trees.
A couple shares an intimate moment at sunset with golden light filtering through trees in the background.
A bride in a flowing white wedding dress poses at sunset on a paved pathway during a golden hour photoshoot.
A bride in a flowing white dress walks on cobblestone during golden hour sunset creating a romantic silhouette.
A bride in a white dress walks away from the camera in a garden setting during golden hour sunset with glowing backlight.
Wedding party members in formal attire pose together on stone steps outside a historic building.
A group of formally dressed people pose together for a wedding photo against a stone building exterior.
A wedding party poses together in front of a stone church exterior in formal attire.
Wedding party members stand outside a historic stone church building in formal attire.
Elegant ballroom with crystal chandeliers, arched windows, and rows of white chairs set up for a formal event.
Elegant wedding venue interior with white chairs and ornate domed ceiling featuring crystal chandeliers and mirrored details.
A couple walks down the aisle at an elegant indoor wedding ceremony with white chairs and arched windows.
Black and white wedding photograph showing intimate moments between a couple during their ceremony.
Black and white wedding photo showing a tender moment between a couple during their wedding ceremony.
A black and white photo showing a bride looking lovingly at her groom during their indoor wedding ceremony.
A black and white wedding photo showing a couple during their wedding ceremony in an elegant ballroom setting.
Black and white photo showing a wedding ceremony procession in an elegant room with arched windows and white columns.
Wedding guests stand in formal attire during an elegant ceremony in a grand ballroom with arched windows and soft lighting.
Wedding party stand in an elegant ballroom with arched windows and warm lighting during an evening celebration.
Wedding guests stand and watch as a couple shares their first kiss in an elegant ballroom with arched windows.
Elegant wedding reception tables set with crystal chandeliers and dramatic burgundy drapes in a dim banquet room.
Elegant wedding reception table settings with white floral centerpieces, pink damask tablecloths, and black menu cards.
Elegant wedding reception hall with crystal chandeliers and round tables set with white linens and floral centrepieces.
Elegant wedding reception venue with crystal chandeliers, white floral centrepieces, and romantic mood lighting.
Elegant wedding reception tables with white linens, crystal glassware and tall floral centrepieces in soft blue lighting.
Bride looks on as best man gives speech at elegant wedding reception with candlelit tables and crystal chandeliers.
Romantic moments captured at a dimly lit wedding reception with soft glowing lights in the background.
People enjoying a candlelit dinner party with wine glasses and warm ambient lighting.
Person in formal black tuxedo and white bowtie holding a microphone while performing in atmospheric lighting.
Performer in black top smiling and singing on stage with blurred bokeh lights and purple ambiance in background.
A man gives a speech at a romantic wedding reception with glowing string lights creating a warm, intimate atmosphere.
A woman in a red dress leans over to speak to a man seated at a table decorated with tall flowers during an elegant dinner.
A group of formally dressed people engaged in conversation at an elegant evening event.
A couple cuts their elegant white wedding cake with multiple tiers in a dimly lit reception venue with chandeliers.
Romantic newlyweds share their first bite of elegant white wedding cake under sparkling crystal chandeliers at reception.
Black and white photo of a man in a tuxedo standing by ornate wrought iron railings in an elegant hallway.
A black and white photo showing a man in formal attire drinking from a glass in dramatic lighting.
A black and white wedding photo showing a groom in a tuxedo sitting on a wooden staircase as he prepares for his ceremony.
Black and white photo of a couple in formal attire at an elegant party holding drinks and smiling.
Couple shares their first dance in a purple-lit ballroom with elegant architecture and watching guests.
A black and white photo of people dancing and celebrating at an elegant formal event in evening attire.
A couple dances together in an intimate moment on a dark dance floor illuminated by purple lighting.
A couple shares a romantic first dance at their wedding reception under purple lighting.
Bride and groom dance together at an elegant reception with purple lighting casting a romantic glow on the dance floor.