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For throwback Thursday, here’s a dreamy Reem Acra bridal gown from Ette. It was light and flowy, with delicately beaded shoulders. It was part of a wedding inspiration shoot at The Fairmont Palliser last spring. Clare’s hair and make-up were styled by Erica from Artists Within and her bouquet was from Sarah Mayerson Design. Reem Acra Bridal gown captured by Calgary Wedding Photographer – Tara Whittaker.

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While you may be a modern bride, adding a touch of vintage to your bridal look may be just the ticket. Vintage style doesn’t mean outdated. Today I’m sharing some of the vintage wedding hairstyles I’ve photographed. They’re classic, elegant and perfect for a 2015 bride. Fans of the movie “The Notebook” will remember Ali’s pin […]

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Sandal weather is here (mostly)! Time to get a pedi and show off your toes. I’m picturing these coral wedding sandals Nine West Canada on a beach bride or maybe their wedding photographer? Did you know that Nine West has special wedding pricing? Now brides, bridesmaids and Mothers-of-the-bride receive 15% off when purchasing two or more pairs of shoes. The […]

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When I was a teenager, my ultra-hip cousin Kim married her sweetie at a brunch wedding. I love the idea of celebrating your marriage with mimosas, waffles and an espresso bar. Since I became a wedding photographer, I’ve been dying to photograph one (hint, hint). Wouldn’t these mini-milk bottles from Crate & Barrel would be adorable for the toast to […]

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I’ve photographed dogs at weddings a few times. For throwback Thursday, I’m taking a look back at this Heritage Park photo shoot filled with Downton Abbey inspiration. There were pearls, top hats and a glittering wedding dress, but it was Monty here that stole the show. Gabrielle and Randy included their dog Linus in their downtown […]

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“Live like there’s no midnight”. Cinderella I’m not really a fairy tale kind of gal. In our 5th grade production of Cinderella, I played the wicked Stepmother (and I was good). This shoot with the lovely Serena and a gorgeous Romona Keveza gown from Cameo & Cufflinks, made me a believer. A big thank you […]

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