Planned by Narelle Janine Events, this wedding speaks to the monochromatically-inclined brides that love clean lines and modern silhouettes (and a good pair of Manolos).
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A touch of Europe, a hint of autumnal romance, a sweeping sense of elegance to whisk you away -- all the makings of an ideal engagement shoot, and Artiese Studios of Toronto along with wardrobe stylist Cynthia Nguyen of Pinch of Chic deliver for Morgan + Scott's romantic session. Here at Vale + Vine, beautiful style and lovely light are always celebrated, but what matters most when it comes to inspiration featuring real couples is that genuine love and deep commitment...
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This past spring, Laura Olsen Events hosted the Cherish Workshop -- a two-day photography and styling intensive at Toronto's Graydon Manor featuring some of the wedding industry's most talented creatives. Today on Vale + Vine, I have the pleasure of sharing both images from, and insight courtesy of, Heidi Lau Photography, one of the workshop attendees and a Toronto-area fine art film photographer. Here's a taste of what Heidi experienced at the Cherish Workshop...
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I have to admit that living in California during this current (going on two year) drought has really made me miss Canada's weather. Don't get me wrong, I'm all for warmth and sunshine and a blissful Mediterranean climate, but this past week when I returned to Manitoba I couldn't get over how green everything was. I revelled in the lushness of it all, soaking up every ounce of greenery before returning to my parched, adopted home...
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While the fine art film look is known for its heavy West Coast influences, it's been great to see photographers from eastern Canada spreading the look throughout their communities and championing the beauty of fine art wedding photography. During Vale + Vine's 50th post celebration week, I wanted to give our viewers something from Ontario to be inspired by, and Heidi Lau Photography provided an engagement shoot that fit the bill.
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