Serene and Neutral Wedding Inspiration on Galiano Island

This editorial from photographer Keila Marie, designed by The Wells Makery with Ponderosa and Thyme florals, reminds us that a neutral colour palette doesn’t need to be traditional. The coastal tones on British Columbia’s Galiano Island pair perfectly with the modern textures of an oversized bouquet and a stunning Leanne Marshall gown.

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Relaunch Announcement - Vale & Vine 2.0 is here!

When I first launched Vale & Vine in 2014, I envisioned a space where Canadian fine art wedding inspiration, and the creatives who brought it to life, could be celebrated. I also wanted to establish a resource for Canadian brides who were looking for film photographers, florists, venues and other vendors producing fine art weddings.

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Modern Heirloom Winter Wedding Style

This modern meets heirloom winter wedding in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley is a perfect blend of classic and contemporary elements that turn the eye without distracting the viewer from the romance.  Jael's vintage style gown shimmers against the backdrop of the snow-covered lake and mountains, while her bridesmaids' decidedly non-winter dresses  pop with rich, rustic hues and short hemlines,...

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Snowy Rocky Mountain Engagement

As we round the corner into the season of engagements, along with the Christmas holidays, (not to mention weather, in much of the northern hemisphere) this snowy engagement session set in the Canadian Rockies is the perfect inspiration for couples planning winter engagement photos.  With its dramatic setting, cozy wardrobe, (that wine-coloured pea-coat though!)...

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