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THE WINDOW EFFECT By having just a simple window in the bridal prep area, I am able to create beautiful portraits with soft light. I prefer natural light so the more windows, the better! WHAT TO BRING ~ dress, veil / hair pieces, rings (all three), shoes, bouquet, jewelry, perfume & invitation suite The whole […]
August 24, 2023
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I’m excited to share with you a few sneak peek photos of this beautiful wedding. The bride and groom chose Graydon Hall Manor for it’s beauty and endless locations for romantic portraits. I will be sharing more from this beautiful wedding soon. In the meantime, let us know your favourite wedding venue here! Venue: […]
May 18, 2023
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Gracie and Phil’s Destination Wedding in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic was absolutely stunning! It was a dream come true to capture a destination wedding in a tropical destination. Let us know your wedding plans by contacting us here! Photography: Alina Elvins Photography Wedding Planner: Westview Events Wedding Venue: Hard Rock Hotel Punta Cana Destination […]
April 29, 2022
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I know some couples are thinking that engagement photos aren’t necessary. They feel they don’t need them, or it’s an extra expense that they don’t need spend money on or simply just don’t like being in front of the camera. This is why this topic deserves some attention. There’s more value in an engagement session […]
December 2, 2020
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Christmas tree farms are truly the best way to start off the Holiday season. There’s nothing like a family tradition of cutting down your own Christmas tree, picking up a fresh made Christmas wreath and sipping on hot apple cider while you shop for Christmas tree ornaments. This family session was one my favourites […]
November 29, 2020
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I had the pleasure of photographing one of the two sweetest people I have ever met. Their wedding was filled with emotions, tears of happiness and so much love you could burst. My passion for photographing weddings is so much more than taking photos, but more so it is the friendships I’m so lucky to […]
November 21, 2020
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This year things are a bit different but creating beautiful memories with a fun Christmas photoshoot is exactly what the heart needs! Join me this November and get into the Christmas spirit with a photoshoot at a Christmas Tree Farm in Hamilton or the beautiful Mint Room Studios. My outdoor Christmas minis will be held […]
November 2, 2020
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I know this is such a difficult and unprecedented time with new challenges you never thought you had to face. You’ve worked so hard to plan the most beautiful wedding of your dreams and not a detail has been missed – this is so hard. My heart goes out to all of my clients (and […]
April 8, 2020
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A few weeks back I had the opportunity to attend a Film Workshop hosted by the incredible talented Katie Nicolle. It was such an incredible experience to learn and get hands on experience shooting film. I’ve always wanted to learn more about film and after this workshop I’m definitely considering purchasing the Pentax 645 to […]
March 19, 2020
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Trust is the key ingredient to any relationship and this is true for the relationship you have with your wedding photographer. There’s a reason you chose them to capture the most important day of your life. While you may have a vision of how you want some of your images to turn out, for the […]
March 16, 2020
