Engaged: Karim + Farrah in Gastown & Coal Harbour

Sorry for the lack of posts but we just got back from Punta Cana, Dominican Republic to cover our very first wedding of 2009! Right now, I'm sitting on 6 shoots that we need to blog and process and 6 loads of laundry that I need to wash.

First up, is the other wonderful couple that make up the other half of the double wedding we just covered this past week and a half - Karim and Farrah. Most of the time, I would be communicating with Karim and Farrah on the phone and over e-mail since these two are based in Toronto. While those conversations have always been great, working with them in person was such a hoot. I think these photos will show you just that!

When Farrah first met Karim, she hadn't intended for a long and serious relationship but by the end of the night, she was already asking him to marry her! And how can Karim refuse?

This photo is SOOOO Karim and Farrah!

We are grateful for getting this opportunity to work with Karim, Farrah, Jamil and Shaila. We definitely had a spectacular time with them AND their friends and family. Stay tuned for more posts about these four!!!

Engaged: Jamil + Shaila in Steveston

When we received the inquiry from Shaila and Jamil, we were excited in so many levels:
1. An Ismaili wedding - this will be our second Ismaili wedding and we're always glad to take on weddings from various cultural backgrounds.
2. Destination wedding - aside from the official ceremony at the Ismaili Jamatkhana in Burnaby, there will be another ceremony and celebration in the Mayan Riviera in Mexico.
3. Double wedding - Shaila did not contact us to just photograph her wedding but to photograph her sister's wedding as well (more on this next time...)!

Needless to say, this would be a great photographic opportunity for us and we are happy to be doing it!

Fast forward to end of April and with less than favourable news regarding travel conditions to Mexico and the wedding celebration set to happen in the Mayan Riviera has be rerouted to Punta Cana, Dominican Republic! After the dust has settled regarding the rerouting and rescheduling of events, we were finally able to set aside some time to photograph Shaila and Jamil for their engagement session. It was a blast! These two are such sweethearts and they were willing to bring it!

Shaila and Jamil, we can't wait to have fun with you and your family on the next 12 days! See you guys again soon!

Engaged: Robert + Fareedah on Granville Island

As expected, Granville Island's been a favorite spot for our engagement sessions. We always have to come up with ways to make our photos look fresh and unique from other sessions we've done on this charming location. And so far, our record of "gray-skies-engagement-sessions- 2009" remain intact.

Robert and Fareedah came to us through a referral via our good friends from Fairy Godmother Weddings. I had a great time during our consultation with them and I passed the test by making Robert break out in smiles during our fun chat! They figured we could get great shots of the groom if we can get him to smile in front of the camera.

Although we did get great photos with Robert smiling, our faves have been with him looking serious... seriously in love! These two plus their cute dog, Rocco, can't take a bad photo. Take a look...

Then it was off to Spanish Banks for windy shots at the beach. Here's one take of their requested jumping shot!

And giving us a preview of their moves for the first dance!

My favorite from the bunch!

Towards the end, we got a hint of the sunlight Fareedah is confident will be there on her wedding day. We're not doubting it would.

We're pretty excited about this wedding up at Grouse Mountain this June! Can't say more until we blog about it but it's going to be awesome!

Dream Dress Event Vancouver

Our wedding season is going to kick off in a couple of weeks. We're looking forward to seeing THE dress that our brides have surely invested on. Even more than a financial investment, I would expect that there's an emotional quotient in the process of deciding the dress.

If you're still looking for your wedding dress, we're happy to let you know that there's a worthy event that you can participate in where 25 new wedding gowns to be auctioned off for charity.

Read on for more...


In honour of Cinderella Project’s 10th Anniversary, the Dream Dress Auction came into light with the gracious donation of 25 new wedding gowns. These beautiful gowns range in size from petite to plus (4 -16) and will be auctioned off along with various silent auction items to raise money for the Cinderella Project.

Today’s bride may find herself on a tight budget therefore this is the perfect opportunity to save on her dream wedding dress as well as receive a tax receipt for the full sale value of the gown! Is there a better way to save on a wedding and support a local charity at the same time?

In addition to the auction, guests will have the opportunity to meet and check out products and services offered by local wedding industry experts including florists, jewellers, photographers, décor experts, salons, spas and more. Brides will also have the chance to try on the gorgeous gowns.

There are a limited amount of tickets available for purchase at: www.dreamdressauction.com for $15. Admission includes a gift, and a raffle ticket for a chance to win a $1,000 Dream Whistler Weekend Getaway as well as $200 in Sugarlime™ Jewelry.


DATE: Sunday, May 31, 2009
LOCATION: TELUS House - 768 Seymour Street, Vancouver
TIME: 1:00PM – 4:30PM
Entry: 12:30PM – 1:00PM

* Please note that due to security, there is a strict entrance period. Guests wishing to enter after 1:00PM will not be allowed in.

To learn more about the Cinderella Project, please visit: www.thecinderellaproject.com

For further event information, please contact: info@dreamdressauction.com