This week Vale + Vine is dedicated its posts to romantic portrait sessions for those already married. This anniversary shoot for Kevin + Jennifer by Julia Park Photography required a bit of a hike and a race against the light, but boy was the setting worth every stride. Shot at the Bruce Peninsula National Park in southern Ontario, the rugged terrain showcases ancient cedars and massive dolomite limestone cliffs....
Read MoreThese autumnal hues are what we love most about fall right? Because they are what ignite the senses with a desire for cozy nights by the fire with hot cider in hand, crisp evening walks with crunchy leaves underfoot, the scent of apples, pumpkins, and roasted root veggies in our ovens...
Read MoreThe whitewashed Spanish walls and cobbled streets of Spain provide the perfect minimalist backdrop for Truvelle's 2016 collection, while at the same time exuding a sense of heritage and artistry that fits well with Truvelle's designer gowns. Sold the world over and now from Truvelle's very own flagship boutique right at home in Vancouver, Canada, Truvelle gowns this season mark a move towards...
Read MoreAs a photographer with a penchant for travel, I'm always looking for inspiration on the go, and then searching for ways to incorporate that inspiration into my current photographic work when I return home. This styled shoot by Christie Graham Photography is a perfect example of how inspiration collected on the road can set the tone for an entire look in a place quite opposite from the inspiration's origins....
Read MoreVale + Vine is excited to be featuring more inspiration and imagery from Alberta as of late. The province is home to some of Canada's most breathtaking (and popular) scenery, so it's no wonder couples are attracted to the jaw-dropping setting of Lake Louise and the surrounding Rocky Mountains for their weddings and engagement sessions. Whether your preference is relaxed and laid-back or truly opulent, the fine art wedding aesthetic Vale + Vine celebrates can be achieved no matter where you land on the spectrum, and no matter what time of year you select for your photos or big day...
Read MoreThis week, Vasia Weddings + Artiese Studios are hosting the Boheme Workshop in Greece -- a 5-day luxurious fine art photography intensive and retreat. As a nod to these two Canadians' endeavour, Vale + Vine is featuring a bridal session shot near Vasia's father's town in Messinia, which includes images by both Artiese Studios and Vasia Weddings...
Read MoreCanada is a nation filled with innumerable lakes and vast lengths of ocean coastline, yet when most Canadian brides envision beach weddings, they automatically conjure up visions of tropical destinations brimming with bright florals in punchy hues and all their guests aglow with golden tans. But let's face it, an exotic destination wedding is not for everyone, and more often than not the floral arrangements wind up being cheesy and the guests burned to a crisp....
Read MoreIs there anything more quintessentially Canadian than a snowy winter fête filled with celebration and warmth in spite of the northern chill? While most Canadian brides opt for weddings in warmer seasons, those with a sense of adventure and a love of winter can find much to be inspired by from this snowy winter wedding set amidst the grandeur of Canada's Rocky Mountains...
Read MoreA styled shoot set amidst romantic ruins in the heart of the majestic Canadian Rockies? Yes please. This collection of images photographed by Heart & Sparrow incorporates a cool palette that brings to mind the clean, craggy landscape of the Rocky Mountains...
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