...I think there's something really precious about having portraits done while on the road, especially when romance is revived by the act of shedding daily rhythms and routines for the cloak of adventure...
Read More...The warm glow of California light, however, is obviously not available to everybody seeking to harness the beauty of natural light, but it can serve to inspire you to take advantage of the light you do have on hand, whether that be...
Read MoreThis styled shoot shot by Saskatchewan fine art wedding photographer Of Georgia Photography at an Erich McVey workshop on the northern California coast embodies the fine art wedding aesthetic that Vale + Vine celebrates and encourages no matter what the location or who the bride...
Read MoreThere is something about the California light that draws photographers to its golden shores, oak-studded hillsides, striking deserts, abundant vineyards, and sun-dappled woodlands. So its no surprise that many Canadian photographers seek out California's sun-filled landscapes during the cooler months...
Read MoreWhen Elizabeth Messina hosts a photography workshop, you can be dead certain that the ambience, lighting, and details are going to be on point. Here, workshop attendee Maru Photography of Vancouver shares a collection of moody images that exude an old world appeal in a new world setting. Photographed at Sunstone Winery in Santa Ynez, California, the inspiration captured could be executed beautifully at a number of Canada's own wineries or perhaps on a private estate. Russian olive trees are plentiful across the Canadian landscape which would make for a perfect substitute in the absence of more traditional species. And of course, roses are in no short supply....
Read MoreDestination inspiration will always have a home here on Vale + Vine, especially as a large contingent of Canadian couples choose to throw winter weddings in warmer locales. Today's feature is by Alberta photographer Justine Milton, shot on a private estate in Palm Springs, California. With a nuanced nod to the desert, the pastel gown, succulents, and cross-back chairs pair well with the natural surroundings and would translate easily to a destination weddings from Mexico to Morocco. For more wedding inspiration, follow Vale + Vine's Pinterest boards.
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