Carley & Jacob's Fall Wedding: GTA Bowmanville Wedding Photographer
At the risk of sounding like a broken record I freaking love my job and these next two beautiful people. I met Carley and Jacob in the fall of 2021 at their engagement session. Okay okay, it was Carley, Jacob and their sweet Cockapoo Piper. You may remember their session here. Fast forward to the Fall of October 2022 and we had ourselves one hell of a day we will all remember!
Their story began in University and the rest is history. Carley is a gorgeous fun, sporty, energetic and hilarious woman and Jacob is the quiet, easy going and simple guy who adores Carley, loves a good beer and wings and of course Hockey.
A beautiful Fall day, overcast and moody skies were the perfect pairing for the rich jewel tones and fall foliage.
Carley’s Wedding Florist (Aspen Florist) did a stunning job. Her work always leaves the viewer entranced with the delicate intricacy of the most gorgeous blooms.
They nailed it with getting ready photos and stunning locations to do so. It really does make a difference in the look and feel of your wedding day photos. I just adored the natural light and magazine worthy bathroom that Carley and her maids got ready in. It was a dream! Jacob and his guys had a super cool, bright and spacious loft to work with that was right off Lake Ontario. The diversity we were able to get that morning made me so giddy!
Here is a recap of Carley and Jacob’s big day. Carley had a first look that was a first for me…no it wasn’t with Jacob, but her sweet fur baby Piper lol. Sooo cute. Check out her expressions.
Carley & Jacob, thank you for your kindness. For your love and trust. It goes beyond an honour to document milestones like these for my clients. Knowing that these memories and photographs we shared and created together will be cherished for a lifetime. Welcome to the PKP and Aspen Florist family. We can’t wait to see where life takes you next.
Special thanks to Hilary for your help assisting, Aspen Florist for your gorgeous blooms and to all of Carley’s girls for your help to make it the amazing day it was. You guys rock!
Florist: Aspen Florist
Dress: Joy Bridal Boutique
Bridesmaids: Azazie Official
HMUA: Makeup by Allanah
Suits: Moores Clothing
Ring: Brilliant Earth
Ties: Azazie Official
2nd Photographer: Hilary Spencer Thompson
Venue: The Rolling Acres
Love, Happieness, Health and Wings xo
Petra King Photography is a Wedding and Family Photographer in the Durham Region, Toronto area. Destination Wedding Photography is available in the US and Europe.
Fries and Frose Backyard Wedding Dream: Oshawa Bowmanville Wedding Petra King Photography
I am so freaking thankful and blessed to know this next wonderful woman I am about to share on the Blog. Little back story about Meredith and myself. I believe (correct me if I am wrong Mer) but I think we first met at a Networking Event about 7 years ago. Fast forward to running into one another at the odd gathering in our community and then carpooling together to a business event in the west end. And NOW we are so lucky to call one another business partners for every Maternity and Mama event in my studio.
I seriously couldn’t have searched for a more perfect fit for my brand and portrait studio. Thank you Meredith for being the quality, care and attention to detail that our moms deserve! Thank you for being so amazing and the beautiful, kind and down to earth woman we so love.
Now, the real reason why I am blogging this today is to share Meredith’s love story with you. Meredith and Ian’s go back about 10 years. Which is so freaking cool. They have been through a lot together, raised a beautiful family, pursued their careers, seen one another at their worst and yet all the while their commitment to each other never wavered. That my friends is very rare. It’s clear to see just how much they love one another especially when no words need to be spoken, just eye contact. The laughter, love and adoration is pure magic.
On a gorgeous August afternoon they said I Do with friends and family, Fries and Frose
I mean how COOL is that right? Check it out…
The sweetest ceremony was simple and emotional, under a pretty backyard gazebo right next to their pool was so picturesque for Mer & Ian. Only a handful of Bridal portraits were needed and Mer had picked out a spot that she knew would be a great setting for them. I loved her vision and everything came together so naturally. Wouldn’t you agree? Just look at this stunning family ;)
Here’s how the rest of the day went…
I can’t tell you how fun this was to document. I mean how often is it that you get to document your clients favourite things right from the comfort of their own backyard? I seriously didn’t want the evening to end. This one is going down in the books for the best food/drink truck wedding! Thank you so much for having me a part of this epic milestone for you all. Love ya both xo
Ian and Meredith…Wishing you years of more laughter, love and a whole lotta fun!
Special Thanks so Courtney from Bubble and Fizz Co, Katie Lynn Hair & Makeup and Gangster Cheese. All wedding details were planned and prepared by Meredith. Need an intimate fun event? Give her a call lol :)
Petra King Photography is a Wedding and Family Photographer in the Durham Region, Toronto area. Destination Wedding Photography is available in the US and Europe.
Lauren & Trent's Engagement: Greater Toronto Area Engagement Photographer
That million dollar question…when should I come in for my baby’s milestone session? I get asked this on the weekly so I thought a little blog post would help clarify a few things for mom and dad’s.
Meeting Lauren and Trent was so much fun. Their engagement session was scheduled for a beautiful crisp fall evening at one of our favourite conservation areas in Bowmanville. There are 2 entrances to this conservation park and guess who pulled into the wrong one? :) It happens, I was close enough to whip around the corner and pull into the parking lot. There I was waving to them while chatting on the phone to Lauren and unbuckling my seat belt. Haaa quite the scene I tell ya.
Engagement sessions are a great way to get yourself comfortable in front of the camera before your wedding day. Almost all of my couples are used to pictures being done on the phone but not a Professional Photoshoot. Just ask Lauren and Trent…the first thing we do is chat, laugh, walk and have fun. I knew that when Trent’s personality and true colours came out that it was going to be an amazing and fun shoot!
Lauren had a perma grin on the whole time. I loved their dynamics and sense of humour. Trent, I want to see that catwalk at your wedding :)
All jokes aside, the love between this sweet couple was so clear. He’s so smitten with you Lauren it’s so heartwarming to see.
Fall engagement photos never fail me. The colours, tones, fleeting warm days and cool evenings make for the perfect setting to capture young love.
SO excited to celebrate your beautiful wedding this coming October with you both. Countdown has officially begun!
Petra King Photography is a Wedding and Family Photographer in the Durham Region, Toronto area. Destination Wedding Photography is available in the US and Europe.
Margaret & John's Love Story: Whitby Ajax Wedding Photography
They say people meet by chance. But I am a firm believer that paths and connections are meant to happen. The Universe and God have a funny way of making sure to give you what you need at the right time. Thus is the case with my amazing couple and sweet friends Margaret & John
They say people meet by chance. But I am a firm believer that our paths and connections are meant to happen. Yes fate, karma whatever that means to you. The Universe and God have a funny way of making sure to give you what you need at the right time. This is the case with my amazing couple and sweet friends Margaret & John. Shortly after the Pandemic they lost their wedding photographer leaving them to start back at square one. Not exactly how you’d like things to go when planning a wedding right? Not to mention doing so after the world has stopped. When Margaret reached out, she explained her story and after a Starbucks Coffee date we knew that it was the start of a beautiful relationship.
We sat on the patio on a breezy early spring morning and after 10 minutes of listening to them both, catching glimpses of their adoration between one another, John’s dry sense of humour and a ridiculous amount of laughter…I knew their wedding day was going to be pretty epic. And here’s how it unfolded…
Getting ready photos were done at Ajax Hilton, First Look was done at Parkwood Estates in Oshawa. Followed by Refreshments and Intermission at one of John’s amazing Pubs: Bollock’s Pub in Oshawa. He owns a few more locations and if you’ve never been, I highly recommend you do so. The Pub intermission was pretty awesome and unheard-of on a wedding day. I must admit we absolutely loved the 30 min break to sit and hydrate. We were under strict orders to relax from our bride and groom. I mean…how thoughtful right? It was sentimental for them both and of course we had to have a shot outside before we went in.
Margaret you are stunning! John…that colour of suit was SUCH a nice change from the ordinary. Well done ;) You guys are one of a kind and compliment one another so well.
This day was full of so many amazing people, services and vendors. An incredible job done by
Hair & Makeup: Katie Lyne hair & Makeup and of course our favourite and best Wedding Florist Aspen Florist
Margaret’s sweet big sister Liz was her right hand throughout the entire day. Thank you Liz for all your help. . It’s clear to see how much you both love one another.
Such a FUN jam packed day we had. Margaret, your attention to detail and organizational skills are killer girl. I do love me a well organized bride and groom lol. . The laugher, the tears and the singing out loud after a few beers was so fun to document. I also wanted to send out a huge thanks to Jolene for all your help that day. Love ya sister, till next time!
Margaret & John…
Your love story may have started many years ago but your new chapter has only begun. Congratulations Margaret, John and Cyrena. I am so excited to see what lies ahead for you three. Thank you for having Jolene and myself document your big day. It was one for the books full of so many memories. Cheers to you and see soon.
Love, Happieness and lots of laughter!
Petra King Photography is a Wedding and Family Photographer in the Durham Region, Toronto area. Destination Wedding Photography is available in the US and Europe.
Tamara & Jon's Wedding Love story: Toronto Wedding Photography
A little story about Tamara and Jon. Also sounds like (a little ditty bout Jack and Diane lo) jk…I met these two crazy love birds back in early 2022. We had just come out of the never ending Pandemic and spoke over a zoom call. I knew right away how much fun we would have at their wedding.
A little story about Tamara and Jon. Also sounds like (a little ditty bout Jack and Diane lo) jk…I met these two crazy love birds back in early 2022. We had just come out of the never ending Pandemic and spoke over a zoom call. I knew right away how much fun we would have at their wedding.
We planned a beach engagement session and met at the Bluffs on a very humid later afternoon. Sandy toes, side splitting laughs, and at the end sweat running down our brows and excited to see what we created together.
Fast forward to their wedding day. Another STUNNER of a day for Tamara and Jon. Here’s a sneak peak of their beautiful and FUN day!
Planning a wedding is stressful enough. There is a lot to do. I get it. Been there :) However if I can offer a little piece of advice…remember to have fun. Stressing over every single detail leaves you unable to enjoy and be present. Love and let go. After all, just look into your partner’s eyes and know that everything will be perfect when you have each other.
Tamara and Jon, thank you so much for having myself and Hilary document your Wedding Day. It was such a blast. You’re chemistry and love for one another is one of a kind. Any fool can see that. Telling your love story was so easy to do when a love like yours is so clear to see. Cheers to you guys!
Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness. All the best and till we meet again!
Petra
Petra King Photography is a Wedding and Family Photographer in the Durham Region, Toronto area. Destination Wedding Photography is available in the US and Europe.
An Intimate Tropical Backyard Wedding
I have been dying to share this blog entry with you guys. Working away over here to get caught up from the backlog over the last 18-22 months. So a huge thank you to you guys and all our amazing vendors. I am thankful for your patience!
Natalie & Aly are married ya’ll!
Okay let’s rewind it back to 2020 when I first met them for their engagement session. Man was it a cold one, but they totally nailed their session and had so much fun. You can see their session here.
Their love story is the sweetest. Going back to their first date when Nat brought Aly some beer and offered to be his DD. Aly said she was a keeper lol.
Their plans for a wedding at venue with family and friends had to be rearranged with Covid restrictions. But the intimate backyard wedding at her Granny’s Bungalow in Toronto couldn’t have been more beautiful for them. Everything was planned to perfection. Detail shots and getting ready portraits were done at Granny’s first. Then we did first look and portraits at the beautiful Edwards Gardens and then back to Granny’s place for the ceremony.
Here’s how the day unfolded…
Natalie’s Dress was stunning…
So many beautiful moments are captured during a wedding. The nervousness, excitement, laughter, tears and of course love. All of this was made possible with the amazing vendors that joined us that day.
First look at Edwards Gardens with family and welcome to the family traditions
And the long awaited table decor…just stunning. Natalie and Aly hired Aspen Florist who absolutely nailed their vision and killed the execution with these simply gorgeous fresh florals.
And because I can’t get enough of these elegant Queen Protea, Ginger and greenery. Did you notice th Pineapple’s the florals were sitting in? So cute.
Granny’s backyard served as a perfect backdrop for Natalie and Aly. It also was very sentimental for the family as it was not the first wedding held there over the generations.
It rained. The heavens opened during the beginning of the ceremony, but it did not dampen the excitement and vows.
I just love the moments in between. I think
Sing it girl…lol
So many laughs and tears of happiness and adoration for these two humans. Fun fact…Nat and Aly shared their first dance as a married couple in the same spot her parents did many moons ago. Cool huh?
Thank you to Granny who made sure the wine was flowing endlessly…boy is she ever cute popping bottles ;)
Congratulations to the both of you. Your warmth, massive hearts, support and respect will keep your love flourishing for years to come.
A special thanks to all the vendors who made Natalie and Aly’s wedding day one to remember for the rest of their lives.
Venue: Grannys Bungalow -Poolside Backyard Oasis
Floral Design: Aspen Florist
Gown: Bliss Bridal
Suit: Moores
Catering: Darband Restaurant & Family Friends
Here’s what Natalie & Aly had to say about their day:
“We are beyond happy that we hired Petra King Photography for our July 2021 elegant tropical wedding! When I stumbled on Petra King Photography, I checked out her work on her Instagram page as well as her website, and loved it! When I reached out to Petra, she came across as an enthusiastic, knowledgable professional. After working with her over the course of the year, I can tell you that my first impression of her was accurate. Petra is the kindest, sweetest, most attentive person you could ever meet. She has a heart of gold, and we made an instant connection!
In addition to being so personable and professional, she is such a talented photographer! One of the reasons we hired her was because we loved the light, bright airy photographs she takes. That said, I am confident she could capture anything a client asks of her.
Petra was so thorough, meeting with us and gathering information about our wants and needs for our big day. After hiring her as both our engagement and wedding photographer, she was so communicative, checking in with us along the way. When we had to push the date of our wedding 3 weeks from the original date, Petra was so very accommodating. I can’t thank her enough! Planning a wedding during these uncertain times is stressful enough so we really appreciated her flexibility. To top it off, she did it all with a smile on her face! You can just tell that she absolutely loves capturing special memories for her clients- this is her passion and her calling!
As mentioned, Petra shot both our engagement photos and wedding photos. She arrived promptly at each site, came prepared with all of the materials she needed, and worked her magic! Petra came with her own ideas but was also very open to our input. She made both my husband and I feel so very comfortable and she made both experiences stress-free and fun! For those of you who feel like you aren’t photogenic or feel like you are not “a natural” in front of the camera, all of those thoughts disappear when working with Petra!
On our Wedding Day, all of our guests commented on how wonderful Petra was- kind, professional and a master at her craft.
Both our Engagement and Wedding Photos will be cherished for the rest of our lives, and we cannot thank Petra enough for her positivity, hard work, expertise and friendship!”