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Sometimes I wish I were a wedding photographer in Southern California.  As I scroll through wedding blogs, I see fabulous, out-of-the-box weddings at places like Marmivon, Huron SubStation and the Ace Hotel, and long for venues like that here in Calgary.  I love the idea of a former factory repurposed and transformed into a chic, […]

Industrial wedding venue – The Commons

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Hillary and Grant were married on a freezing cold (though very pretty) Saturday in January.  These two came prepared for their winter wedding photos with boots, furs and winning attitudes.  Well done Hillary and Grant!  The results are so pretty and not a goosebump in sight. Hillary’s spectacular lace gown was by designer Madison James. If […]

Winter wedding photos

winter bride and groom captured by Tara Whittaker Photography

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Are you all set for Valentine’s Day on Sunday?  Whether you’re a planning a Valentine’s wedding or a fun evening with the ladies, this shoot is sure to find your sweet spot.  If over-the-top glitz is not your game, read on for 10 pretty ideas and a subtle dose of “hearts and flowers”.  As an early […]

10 ideas for a Valentine’s Day wedding

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For years, Buffalo Mountain Lodge (BML) has been a special spot for me.  In our family we’ve made a tradition of celebrating New Years in Banff and staying in one of their cozy suites.  BML is a Canadian Rocky Mountain Resort located on Tunnel Mountain in Banff.  It’s warm, inviting and provides a true log cabin experience with spectacular views. […]

Buffalo Mountain Lodge Wedding

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