Welcome Package
Effortless, emotive, and deeply personal. I document weddings in a way that feels natural and unfiltered, blending candid moments with thoughtful storytelling. I’m beyond excited to create imagery that feels like you in every sense.
Table of Contents
Timeline
Your Engagement Shoot
Locations
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Two Jacks Lakes
Two Jack Lakes in Banff National Park are among the most stunning mountain photo locations in the Canadian Rockies — their calm, turquoise waters beautifully reflect towering peaks like Mount Rundle, creating magical, mirror-like images at sunrise and sunset. Their mix of serene shoreline, alpine forests, and dramatic mountain backdrops makes this setting a dream for engagement photos that feel timeless and truly iconic.
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Peter Laugheed Provincial Park
Lower Kananaskis Lake is a truly breathtaking mountain setting where still, clear water meets dramatic peaks — the perfect backdrop for engagement photos that feel both wild and intimate. Its serene shoreline, rich forest tones, and sweeping views make every image feel expansive, romantic, and unforgettable.
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Big Horn
Just past Turner Valley, this hidden gem feels like a quiet pocket of the foothills — rolling wildflower meadows, layers of misty green hills, and dramatic mountain peaks rising in the distance. It’s the kind of place that feels untouched and cinematic, where the landscape stretches endlessly and your love feels small in the most beautiful way. Perfect for couples wanting something romantic, earthy, and wildly Alberta. 🤍
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Canon Creek
This foothills meadow location just outside of Calgary feels like stepping into a quiet countryside dream. Tall grasses, scattered wildflowers, and winding forest paths create the most romantic, storybook setting, especially when the mountains softly rise in the distance. It’s perfect for couples wanting something natural, intimate, and beautifully Alberta without heading deep into the Rockies. 🤍
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Memorial Park Library
Memorial Park Library in Calgary has the most timeless, old-world charm, with its grand stone exterior, arched windows, and stately architecture that gives subtle courthouse vibes. The historic details and clean symmetry create a refined, romantic backdrop that feels both classic and cinematic. It’s perfect for couples drawn to elegant architecture and a touch of European-inspired sophistication right in the heart of the city.
What to Wear
Think elevated or effortlessly casual. The key is choosing something that feels like you, just a little more refined. Your outfits should coordinate with each other and with your shoot location, creating a look that feels cohesive and intentional without being overly matched.
I always recommend professional hair and makeup, it photographs beautifully and helps you feel confident and polished in front of the camera. And don’t forget your nails! Clean, neutral, or freshly done nails make such a difference in close-up shots of hands, rings, and those sweet in-between moments.
Team
Does your package included a second shooter or content creator?
Meet the team…
Meet Madison
One of our incredible second shooters,
Some fun facts about Maddison:
She is an incredible photographer who loves a love story
She is on her second year of family, engagement and wedding photography. She is a true natural
She’s easy to connect with, and will be an excellent addition to your wedding day
Meet Shelby
@shelbymorisseau
Our Olive Package comes with 8 hours of content creation built in. You’ll choose between the two incredible creators on our team to join you on your wedding day. Content creation can also be added to any other package.
Shelby is a lifestyle content creator with over six years of experience capturing beautiful, on-trend moments. She has a natural eye for the details most people don’t notice — the in-between glances, the quiet excitement, the little bursts of joy throughout the day.
Detail-oriented and naturally high energy, Shelby is your built-in hype girl, there to capture authentic, behind-the-scenes moments as they unfold.
Shelby will be present throughout your wedding day filming candid, real-time content so you can relive the magic from every angle.
Lighting & Expectations
we dream of a specific style for our wedding day but many key factors go into actually creating the vision you like.
Lets review notes on lighting, bridal spaces, veils
If you’re dreaming of bright, airy getting-ready photos, the space you choose plays a big role in bringing that vision to life. A clean room with natural light, large windows, and tones that complement your mood board will photograph beautifully.
Dark or windowless spaces naturally create a moodier look — the same goes for your venue choice.
We also recommend keeping your bridal space free of extra items such as bags, clothing, and personal belongings. A clean, uncluttered background makes a beautiful difference in your final images.
Groom Photos
For couples who want extra attention on special groom moments, we recommend considering a second shooter. Our main photographer is happy to capture both bride and groom as long as the bridal party isn’t more than 10 minutes apart. If the parties are farther apart, a second shooter will be required during those hours to ensure every meaningful moment is beautifully documented. You’re also welcome to travel to the photographer if that works better for your timeline or vision.
We Absolutely love flat lays
Details Matter
Lay flats are thoughtfully styled images of your details — rings, shoes, stationery, florals, and meaningful personal items.
Send over any inspiration you love, and we’ll provide a simple checklist of items to have ready on the day. We also bring a curated collection of beautiful backdrops, styling mats, and props to elevate your details and keep everything cohesive.
To create these images, we simply need the details gathered in one place and a bit of dedicated time built into your timeline — it makes all the difference.
Examples of items
Wedding rings
Jewelry (earrings, bracelet, watch, etc.)
Perfume or cologne
Loose florals or floral clippings
Shoes
Invitation suite / stationery
Heirlooms or sentimental items
Any meaningful personal details
First Look
How a First Look Fits Into Your Timeline
If you choose to do a first look, it typically happens after you’re fully ready — hair, makeup, florals, and attire complete.
A common flow looks like this:
Getting ready photos
First look
Couple portraits
Wedding party photos
Ceremony
Family photos + cocktail hour
This approach allows us to capture the majority of portraits earlier in the day, giving you more freedom and less rushing later on.
What is a First Look?
A first look is a private moment where you and your partner see each other for the first time before the ceremony. It’s usually done in a quiet, intentional spot with just the two of you (and me, discreetly capturing it from a distance).
There’s no right or wrong way to do a first look, it’s simply another option for how you experience your day.
Why Couples Love First Looks
First looks are popular for a reason, and not just for photos.
• A calm, intimate moment together before the day unfolds
• Real, emotional reactions without an audience
• Less pressure than seeing each other at the aisle
• More time together overall on your wedding day
• A relaxed photo experience when hair, makeup, and outfits are fresh
• More flexibility in your timeline, often allowing you to enjoy cocktail hour with guests
Many couples say it ends up being one of their favourite moments of the entire day.
The
Ceremony
Your ceremony is the heart of your wedding day, and thoughtful planning helps it flow beautifully. We’ll work with you to understand the ceremony timeline, vow structure, and any cultural or religious moments you’d like intentionally documented. Sharing these details ahead of time allows us to capture everything seamlessly and respectfully.
Family Photos
To ensure we capture every cherished moment with your loved ones, we kindly ask for a list of important family members ahead of time, parents, grandparents, siblings, and anyone special you’d like included. Please let us know which groups should be photographed together so we can plan a seamless, stress-free session.
On your wedding day, we’ll guide everyone through the portraits with ease and care. Please note that we cannot guarantee images if family members are absent or if requests are made spontaneously, so thoughtful planning ensures your most treasured memories are beautifully captured.
Newlywed Portraits
Couple portraits are an intentional moment within your wedding day to create timeless, artful imagery. With gentle direction and plenty of room to move naturally together, we’ll capture photographs that feel refined, emotive, and true to your story.
Weather
As much as we hope for clear skies, nature has its own plans. We kindly recommend having a thoughtful backup plan in place for your wedding photos—whether that means an indoor option, a covered outdoor space, or a secondary location. This includes preparation for rain, snow, wind, or unexpected weather shifts.
If light rain does appear, we’re always happy to work with it using umbrellas, covered areas, or embracing it, And for what it’s worth, cloudy days are actually a photographer’s dream, offering soft, even light that photographs beautifully, so there’s no need to worry if it’s not 30 degrees and sunny. Planning ahead allows us to move seamlessly and continue capturing timeless imagery, no matter the conditions.
Golden Hour
If golden hour photos are important to you, they must be thoughtfully planned into your timeline. This brief window of light is limited and changes quickly, so flexibility is key. During this time, we may gently pull you away from conversations, family, or the celebration for a few minutes to capture these moments while the light is at its best.
Dream Photographs
We recommend building your mood board with your gown and veil in mind. Many inspirational images are created around specific design elements—such as dramatic trains, flowing veils, or layered textures. If these details differ from your own, the resulting imagery will naturally feel different. Aligning your vision with your styling allows us to create photographs that feel cohesive, intentional, and elevated.
Posing
If you’re feeling nervous about posing or unsure how it will feel in front of the camera, you’re not alone, and you’re in very good hands. Our approach is natural, guided, and effortless, focusing on gentle movement rather than stiff posing. We’ll guide you every step of the way, ensuring you look and feel your most beautiful while still feeling like yourselves.
With years of experience, we know how to find the most flattering light, angles, and moments. Allowing you to relax, trust the process, and simply enjoy being together.
This is your day. Let it unfold beautifully.
Receiving Line
If you’re planning a receiving line, please let us know ahead of time so we can be ready and positioned perfectly to capture it. A receiving line is a special moment where you greet each guest personally, often at the beginning of your reception. By planning in advance, we can ensure these interactions are photographed beautifully, without interrupting the flow of your day.
Hotel & Travel
Arrival & DirectionsTo ensure your wedding day runs smoothly, we kindly ask for clear addresses, parking information, and any other relevant details for each location. This allows us to plan efficiently, arrive on time, and focus entirely on capturing your day beautifully, without any unexpected delays. Thoughtful preparation behind the scenes makes for effortless, stress-free day.
HotelsFor weddings located more than four hours from Calgary, we kindly request hotel accommodations for the night before and the night of the wedding for myself and any additional team members (second shooter, content creator). For venues more than two hours away, we will need a hotel for the night of the wedding. This ensures we arrive rested, prepared, and fully focused on capturing your day beautifully, while keeping everything seamless and stress-free.
Destination For destination weddings, we kindly ask that all flights be booked at least three months in advance and that all travel details be shared with us. Please provide hotel information ahead of time so we can be fully prepared and organized upon arrival, ready to capture your day beautifully.
We’ll spend your wedding day capturing every beautiful moment, and then take the time needed to make your images truly magical. Your sneak peek will be delivered within 30 days of your wedding, and the full gallery will be ready 90 days after the celebration. Engagement photos are delivered within two weeks of your shoot, allowing you to relive those special moments quickly.
Images will be delivered through Pictime
Deliverables
Vendors We Love
Honey Bee Cakes | @honeybeecakesyyc
The cutest little delicious cakes, that fits a romantic and cute aesthetic, custom to you.
Available in Vegan
Decor & Stationary
Wedding Designers
Pup Friends
Bringing your dog to the ceremony? We offer a service where one of our incredible dog babysitters attends the event, keeps your dog safe, comfortable and looked after so you can enjoy your big day. Our pup sitter will then drop you pup off at their nighttime accommodations.
Our pup besties charge $250 for 3 hours (additional hours can be added as well as a sleepover needed)
Niky’s Beauty | @muaniky
Gurvir Sekhon | @gksartistry
Hedkandi Salon | @hedkandisalon
Makeup
Sarah Stokes | @glammingguru
Julia & Team | @julia_makeup.artist
Hair
MANE House of Hair | @manehouseofhair
Florists
Catoring
Wedding Planners
Janelle | @paintedbyjanelle
Janelle | @paintedbyjanelle
Yulia & Team | @yulia.smolyk.hair
Stationary Design
Alexandra Rose Metier | @alexandrarosemetier
Cake & Catering
Florist
Florist
Wardrobe
We want you looking your best, still haven’t found the right suits, shoes, veil, reception dress? We’ve got you
Bridal
Bridal Shoes
Custom Suits
Bridal
Accessories
Custom Suits
Bridal
Vintage & Custom
Custom Suits
Need further inspiration? Take your besties and attend The Bridal Expo and Unveiled.
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Every fall, Calgary’s Bridal Expo hosts a beautifully curated event that brings together the city’s most talented wedding vendors, stunning bridal boutiques, and an exciting runway show.
It’s the perfect way to celebrate your bridal season — a chance to gather inspiration, explore styles, and envision what you truly want your wedding day to feel like. From meaningful details to show-stopping gowns (including the highly anticipated wedding dress sale), the Bridal Expo is a must-visit for brides looking to soak in ideas and connect with the best of Calgary’s wedding community.
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Unveiled is Calgary’s most luxurious bridal experience, hosted at the iconic Fairmont Hotel.
Designed as the ultimate girls’ night, this elevated event features a couture runway show by Blush and Raven, highly styled wedding vendors, and flowing champagne in an unforgettable setting. It’s an evening meant to be savoured, celebrating love, fashion, and the artistry behind an unforgettable wedding day.
After the show, extend the magic with an intimate dinner at Hawthorn, just steps away, for the perfect close to a night of inspiration, indulgence, and bridal bliss.
