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Kelowna Wedding Photographer – Cedar Creek Winery – Brittany & Dave

Brittany and Dave’s wedding day was full of sunshine and… wind. Lots of wind. On the bright side, I love wind in images because it adds movement and prettiness! Being a Kelowna Wedding Photographer means that I get to experience some of the loveliest views that the Okanagan has to offer – including the view from Cedar Creek Winery.

Brittany and Dave had the cutest little ring bearer who decided it would be best to take a break on the steps just after he began his walk down the aisle. It was adorable to say the least and he make it to Dave with a little help (and some gummy bears).

It was a beautiful day for a wedding and Brittany, Dave and their friends and family were a ton of fun to spend the day with. And I don’t think I’ve attended a wedding where more men were into physical affection and kisses. You’ll see what I mean… have a look!

Lastly – A HUGE thank you to my amazing second photographer, Kaila, who took some pretty incredible portraits and is always the best kind of person to be around!

Kelowna Wedding Photographer – 50th Parallel Estate Winery – Adam & Alannah

November 11

One of the best things about being a Kelowna wedding photographer is that I get to go to wineries. Lots of wineries. Lots of wine. Even better is that I get to go to amazing wineries like 50th Parallel Estate Winery, nearly every weekend (jealous?). The view is incredible! Just incredible!

Alannah and her ladies prepared themselves for the wedding by drinking champagne and juice with fresh berries at Sparkling Hill. No big deal. The guys got ready in a villa at Predator Ridge. No big deal.

The two met at 50th Parallel Estate Winery for their first look with their wedding party peeking from above on the stomp pad. The ceremony took place overlooking the Okanagan Lake and the rain in the distance. After the ceremony, they were driven away in a 1960’s white Cadillac.

My absolute favourite part of the day was Adam & Alannah’s first dance. If you know me, you know I am a big softie and a family gal. The two danced to a recorded version of a song, sung by Alannah’s late grandfather. There weren’t many dry eyes, including my own!

The truth is, there are so many amazing details about this wedding, that you’ll just have to go ahead and take a peek at this blog post. Make yourself a tea, coffee, or grab a glass of wine and enjoy!

Venue: 50th Parallel Estate Winery

Getting Ready Location: Sparkling Hill Resort

Florals, Tables & Chairs: A New Leaf Floral Design

Coordination: White Orchid Wedding Consulting

Cake & Desserts: Whisk Cake Co.

Guitarist: Jeff Piatelli

DJ: Al, DJ Haymaker

Officiant: Karen Belshaw, Marry Us

Catering: Basket Case Picnics

Hair & Make-up: Kurspa Salon at Sparkling Hill Resort

Dress: David’s Bridal

Men’s Attire: Indochino

Shuttle: Distinctly Kelowna

1960’s Cadillac: Nixdorf Classic Cars

Kelowna Engagement Photographer – Erin & Nils

October 31

Meet Erin and Nils. These two are my favourite kind of people – genuine, friendly, affectionate, romantic…

Nils proposed to Erin at her family’s cabin, on the lake, near her favourite tree. As they arrived back at the cabin, her parents cued a recorded version of the song he wrote to her for her birthday a few months earlier.

It’s a scene right out of a romantic comedy!

Of course, we had to incorporate Nils’ guitar into the engagement session. I could’ve sat there and listened to him play all day!

Here is Erin and Nils’ super snuggly engagement session!

Kelowna Wedding Photographer – Benvoulin Heritage Church – Gabriella & Andrew

October 29

Gabriella and Andrew are a sweet young couple who are so in love. They chose The Bevoulin Heritage Church for their ceremony location. Gabriella wore her mother’s own wedding dress, tailored by Andrew’s mother to suit her perfectly.

The Benvoulin Heritage Church is one of my absolute favourite wedding ceremony locations in the Okanagan. I love everything about it from the wood, to the sound of floorboards, to the smell.

Everything was perfect for Gabriella and Andrew’s wedding. The florals from Petal and Vow were some of the most stunning florals I’ve ever seen! The Burgundy, green, and blush colours were such a breath of fresh air!

There was no stress, lots of tears, lots of snuggles, lots of laughs. The weather co-operated. When it got windy, Andrew and Gabriella just embraced it! Everything was beautiful!

Take a look and see!

Ceremony: The Benvoulin Heritage Church

Reception: The Harvest Golf Club

Florals: Petal & Vow

Dress: Mom’s Dress, tailored by Andrew’s Mom

Rings: Spence Diamonds

Hair: Parisa Yazdani

Make-up: Tanin Amouei

Second Photographer: Kaila Wirth

Penticton Wedding Photographer – Penticton Lakeside Resort – Susan & Sean

October 3

Kaleden Wedding Photographer – Linden Gardens – Valerie & Alex

October 2

When couples decide to have an Okanagan Wedding, there are endless possibilities when it comes to scenery – mountains, lakes, views, wineries, orchards… Being a Kelowna Wedding Photographer means that I get to travel to some of the most beautiful venues to photograph weddings. Linden Gardens in Kaleden is beautiful venue for a wedding, with immaculately manicured lawns and gardens. It is a lovely location for an outdoor garden ceremony and reception.

Valerie and Alex’s wedding day was threatened by rain, but the rain held off for the ceremony. They weren’t so lucky later in the day and their reception was moved indoors. After an incredibly delicious dinner by Joy Road Catering, the rain ended and the party continued outside.

A big thank you to all the incredible vendors and to Valerie and Alex who made this wedding one for the books!

Venue: Linden Gardens

Make-up: Bri Stein Artistry

Hair: Inspirado Designs

Decor: Mosaic Party & Event Design

Florals: Tangerine Orchid

Officiant: Storm Moore

Catering: Joy Road

Videography: Matt Vautour

Dress: Watters

Kelowna Wedding Photographer – Lindsay & Mike – Kalamalka Lake

September 18

Being a Kelowna Wedding Photographer is pretty fantastic – especially when I get to photograph a lakeside wedding. Especially when that lake is Kalamalka Lake. It is known for it’s exceptionally tropical blue colour on sunny days.

The day started off at Sparkling Hill Resort before moving to a private residence on Kalamalka Lake for the ceremony and reception.

It was a beautiful day, so I will the images speak for this one!

Kelowna Engagement Photographer – Ceone & Patrick – Kaloya Regional Park

September 15

Finding beauty in the imperfect is what I’ve really been loving lately. Now, you are going to look at Ceone and Patrick and you are going to think… “Ummm, Heather! These two are perfection!”.

I agree. These two are beauties, inside and out.

BUT… they were happy to let the wind blow in their faces, to let Ceone’s hair blow all over the place, to let the cold water splash on them, pretend those rocks were the most comfortable sofa, and be alright with the fact that the sun fell behind the clouds before we were ready for it to. Sometimes, expectations are not met. We have an idea about how we would like things to end up, but it doesn’t always work that way. We wanted that beautiful Okanagan sunlight. We got it, but only briefly.

This engagement session is proof that when you just let the things you don’t have control over, unfold… beautiful things can happen!

Embrace the imperfections. Be affectionate. Let the love happen!

Happy engagement Ceone and Patrick!

Kelowna Wedding Photographer – Sanctuary Gardens – Tadeja & Jesse

August 12

Tadeja & Jesse are a beauty of a couple – inside and out.

Being a Kelowna Wedding Photographer means that I get to meet so many lovely couples. From time to time I get to meet with a couple who I instantly connect with. This was the case with Tadeja and Jesse. Their easy-going, sweet, and trusting personalities made me fall in love with them in our first meeting. That the details weren’t of great concern to them, that they were going to be married at the end of the day – that was most important to them and I LOVE that kind of thinking.

https://www.heatherly.ca/kelowna-wedding-photographer-sanctuary-gardens-tadeja-jesse/Everyone knows that I am a crier (I’m not afraid to admit that), and my tears were a-flowing! I’m also a sucker for daddy-daughter moments and I could not keep it together when seeing the way Tadeja’s father looked at her on her wedding day. So sweet!

Sanctuary Gardens in West Kelowna provided a beautiful backdrop for the ceremony. The two wrote their own unique and loving vows, they planted a tree together that they will be able to watch grow as their relationship does.

It was a perfect, fairytale wedding! These two give so much love to all those around them, please share the love with them!

Venue: Sanctuary Gardens

Officiant: Sondra Richardson

Dress: The Bridal Gallery

Attire: Moores

I also need to give a HUGE shout-out to my second photographer, Kaila Wirth who kicked butt at this wedding!

Kelowna Wedding Photographer – The Cove Lakeside Resort – Kristi & Dallas

August 8

This wedding!

If I have said it once, I will say it again… one of the best things about being an Okanagan wedding photographer is that I get to photograph couples in love, in the most romantic evening light!

Kristi ended up with a relentless cold the week of the wedding. You would never have known that she wasn’t feeling 100% because she was glowing all day! She’s got one of the most beautiful, genuine smiles I’ve ever seen, and it didn’t leave her face all day. Dallas is the most gentlemen of all the gents. So much so, that he should teach all youngsters the right way to treat a woman.

The sunlight in the evening was to die for and there was not a drop of rain all day. Their families were SO MUCH FUN during family portraits (and what great listeners they were!). Possibly, my favourite part of the day was during the reception when every time the bride left the groom (or vice versa) at the head table, guests would go and line up for kisses until the bride or groom returned! Or maybe it was the moment Kristi and her dad walked up the aisle to Dallas. The proud look on his face says everything you need to know about his love for his daughter.

It’s no wonder everyone loves them so much… Kristi and Dallas are just the sweetest of people. At one of our Starbucks meetings – which lasted 3 hours! – I caught Dallas whispering to Kristi while we were on our way out. I asked what the big secret was and Kristi said “Dallas wants to know if we can be friends!”. Of course! I already considered them friends at that point, anyway!

Sorry guys, but you’re stuck with me whether you like it or not!

I could say a million things about this beautiful couple, wedding, and images. But I won’t because they speak for themselves 🙂

Enjoy!

Venue: The Cove Lakeside Resort, Kelowna

Officiant: Doreen Mara-Bate

Florals: Mission Park Flowers

Dress: Ethos Bridal, Calgary

Make-up: Alyssa Chang

Attire: Moores

Cake: Kakes by Kathie

DJ: Airwaves – DJ Lester

Decor: Impressions Weddings and Events