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Style Shoot: Woodland Escape

Published on March 20, 2019March 18, 2019 by AVPEventsLeave a comment

I had the privilege of being able to do outdoor shoots last year for Elegant Wedding Magazine. I shared the first one with you all, Spring Garden at the Toronto Botanical Gardens in Toronto.

This shoot was very different and I loved it for that reason. It was paramount that as many natural elements were included to maintain an organic feel. It’s not often an outdoor wedding can utilize most of the natural elements outside to contribute to the overall tone of the event style. But it can be done!

Here are some of our favorite shots of this simply stunning shoot!

To see more head on over to the Elegant Wedding Magazine blog post Moody Woodland Forest Wedding

Vendor Credits:

Venue: Fantasy Farms

Photographer: The Butterfly Photography

Florals: Divine Flowers Toronto

Dresses: Mona Lisa Bridal Gallery

Table Top Decor: Plate Occasions

Rentals: Chairman Mills

Decor and Props: Cre8ive Studios

Stationary: GM Calligraphy

Cake and Confections: Dolce Vita Cakes by Albina

HMUA: Makeup Couture/ Hair Couture

AVP Real Wedding: Miguel & Michelle

Published on July 20, 2017July 14, 2017 by AVPEventsLeave a comment

Miguel and I go back to high school so when he contacted me and asked me to help plan his wedding naturally I was over the moon happy! His fiancée Michelle was lovely and we got to meet at Kleinfeld Hudson’s Bay downtown Toronto as she tried on a slew of gorgeous gowns.

There were many obstacles these two had to overcome amid all the planning, their daughter Mia was under a year old and that took much time and attention. They had also bought a new house, were renovating and had several setbacks.

Everything came together at the Trent Port Marina, tucked away in a town in the southern part of Ontario on the Bay of Quinte. Very quiet, quaint town where everyone knows everyone (I grew up close to there so it was nice to be “home”). It was an intimate setting of close friends and family for the ceremony and dinner. Michelle and Miguel exchanged vows in the late afternoon and then the party started.

The one thing I won’t forget about this wedding is the way they both looked at each other the entire day. It was with such love and certainty, I was so honored to be a part of their happy day. See more on my website

Planner: Ashley Victoria Productions//Venue: Trent Port Marina//Catering: Tomassos//Linens, Napkins & Chair Covers: Chair Cover King//Photography: Images by Montserrat

Real Couples: With big wedding day regrets

Published on January 9, 2017January 9, 2017 by AVPEventsLeave a comment

No, we aren’t talking about who they regret marrying! As couples did their own wedding planning with the help of friends or family- post wedding? Some share with us what they would have done differently.

“When we got married the only thing I wish I could have changed was our first dance song. I also realize we should have gotten married in Ontario instead of Quebec because in Quebec the woman doesn’t take her new husbands last name.”-James

“I somewhat regret not listening to my Mom when she suggested we should take some more time for photos (just the two of us).”– Natasha

“I should have requested that the camera was to stay on the entire night, instead someone shut it off after the ceremony and it was never turned back on. The speeches and everything during the night was not recorded and that was important to me.”-Jessica

“Number 1: Review that guest list 100 times and make sure whoever is at the door has the most updated one (especially if it’s a big wedding like ours was). Number 2: Designate someone to assist the photographer if you have a big family and a big bridal party. Or else Uncle “I-Don’t-Know-You” will photo bomb all your shots. Number 3: Review the songs you want played at key moments with your DJ. Nobody wants “Baby Got Back” for the groom and mother dance (unless that’s the plan?).”– Mike

“I wish I hadn’t stressed so much about the little details that no one else would even notice or remember. I regret putting money towards ‘things’ instead of towards more people being able to attend.”-Corinne

“We shouldn’t have cheaped out on the photographer, they say you get what you pay for and it’s true!”-Kim

Questions to ask your wedding photographer before you hire them (Part 2)

Published on September 8, 2015September 8, 2015 by AVPEventsLeave a comment

Do you bring a second shooter? This is more important than you think, there are many things that won’t get captured for example the emotion of the bride and groom as she walks down the aisle. You may get a behind shot, but with one photographer, you won’t get those other candid moments.
Do you have a limit to the number of shots you take? The answer is usually no
How many images can I expect to see from my wedding? It’s typical for most photographer’s to take anywhere from 1200-1500 images. However it’s unlikely you will see them all; in most cases the couples will see anything from 150-400 pictures.
Roughly how long does it take to see proofs? Everyone is different, having a ballpark idea is good so you can follow up.
Will I receive disc of the images or do I need to order prints through you?
How much are the prints?
Is there an album included? If yes, then ask to see it before committing!
If there is an emergency or you become ill, what is the backup plan for my wedding? This is an extremely important question. There have been horror stories of photographers not showing up on time or at all. You need to have some sort of guarantee since you will be putting down a deposit, that they have a second person (whom you will meet and discuss the same things with).
When is the deposit and balance due? Knowing this will give you ample time to plan ahead and organize your payment schedule along with your other vendors.
What is your cancellation policy? Don’t wait to see if something is mentioned in the contract, ask first, then follow up by asking if what they tell you is put in the contract and to show you where it is.

Questions to ask your wedding photographer before you hire them (Part 1)

Published on August 28, 2015August 28, 2015 by AVPEventsLeave a comment

How many weddings have you shot in your career? Always good to know
Are you shooting more than one wedding on my wedding day? If yes, ensure there is significant time in between both
What is your preferred style of photography? There are several: Photo journalism, Artistic, Natural Light, Traditional and Illustrative
Have you shot at my venue before? If they have then they will be familiar with sight lines etc, if not, it might be a good idea to invite them to go to the site with you.
Do you work from a “shot list”? If yes then ask to see it and if not, a great follow up would be to ask if you are to provide one for them
Can I request certain images are taken at the wedding? Be sure to ask how they will ensure they get these shots if the answer is yes.
Do you bring your own lighting? This should almost always be a yes…if not, there should be a long, detailed answer as to why not!
How many hours are included in your wedding package? It’s customary for photography to start at least 2 hours before the ceremony itself.
How much is an additional hour(s) of your time? Always good to be clear on exactly how long you will require them to be there and how much overtime may cost.
Will you use any images for advertising? This may not always be mentioned up front or stated in the contract so it’s good to know and this way if you aren’t comfortable with you, you can come to an agreement.