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Tulle skirt for a spring bride

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Although spring isn’t exactly right around the corner (in Calgary at least), we’ve had little hints haven’t we?  The Canada geese are heading back and the trees in my front yard are forming buds.  In the spirit of the upcoming season,  I styled and photographed a bridal project with a handful of simple ideas for a spring wedding. […]

Industrial wedding venue – The Commons

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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, […]

Winter wedding photos

winter bride and groom captured by Tara Whittaker Photography

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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 […]

10 ideas for a Valentine’s Day wedding

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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 […]

Buffalo Mountain Lodge 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. […]

Bow Valley Ranche wedding

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Updated 28-May-2019 Not long ago, I spent a cozy, winter morning learning what makes a Bow Valley Ranche wedding so special.  Lisa, who is the Manager at Bow Valley Ranche (BVR), has a true passion for this slice of Calgary history, nestled in the heart of Fish Creek Park.  If you’re looking for a Calgary […]

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