I am so excited to finally share this post of Jared and Kai-Lii’s wedding. Not only was I honoured to be asked to document their amazingly memorable day, but they’re two dear friends who have added a richness to my life I think few people are capable of, and they mean so much to me.
Their wedding was held at Hart House, the beautiful and historic centre of the University of Toronto. Completed in 1919, the Gothic Revival design of Hart House makes you feel like you’re walking through Hogwartz.
This was my first time photographing a wedding, and though Jared and Kai-Lii liked my other work, I wasn’t sure that street photography and portraiture qualified me for the job. With that, I took a photojournalistic approach to the day and gave it my best. I began the day with the ladies as they had their hair and makeup done in uptown Toronto with the wonderful staff at Green Beauty Salon. I then headed back downtown to meet Jared and the boys at Axe and Hatchet in Yorkville and capture them getting ready before heading to the venue.
Mixed with Scottish and Estonian traditional elements, the ceremony, reception and food made for the most entertaining and fun wedding I had ever been to, including serving Estonian beer and the bride and groom being serenaded by the attendees after the ceremony.
Congratulations Kai-Lii and Jared, it was an amazing day and I can’t wait to see the next chapter of your lives unfold together.
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Shane, not that I doubted that you would, but you did a wonderful job of catching personality and atmosphere.
janet
Hi Janet, so great to hear from you. I’ve been quite absent from the blogging world so it’s nice to get back at it and chat with you. Thank you so much for the lovely comment. It was a big job and I definitely learned a lot. I’d love to do it again.
I’ve missed you, Shane. I’m sure you’ll be doing this again once people see your photos.
Beautiful Shane .. You captured their special day. Thank you for sharing ..
Thanks Julie, I always appreciate you stopping by and sharing your thoughts.
Beautiful and original shots, they must have been very pleased!
Thank you so much! They seem to Be pleased, Andy hopefully they are: )