Britton & John's Romantic Hacienda Barrigona Wedding in Guanacaste, Costa Rica

One Sunday afternoon I was sitting on Samara Beach, taking in the sights. A woman and her mother were scoping out the sand, looking for a place to lay their towels. We locked eyes, and they asked if I would watch their things while they went for a wee swim. I of course told them to enjoy and take their time. After they came out of the water, we chatted… and chatted… and chatted - until the sun went down! That night, Britton and I went for dinner and drinks, continuing our chats. She told me the story of her and John. I told her, everything.

We stayed in touch, actually running into each other again on the same beach a year later (not planned) and when I learned the two were to wed, I was tickled to offer my services as their photographer.

Their venue at Hacienda Barrigona did not disappoint, neither did their friends, family, the food, and community they brought together as one. I was over-the-moon to be a part of it and have core memories of the day I will cherish, always.

There are people who come into your life for a reason, a season, a lifetime. I pray I stay connected with my new friends for as long as they can stand me. Congratulations and love to you both!

A Fun-in-the-Sunset Family Photoshoot in Playa Carrillo, Costa Rica

I’ve met some incredible families throughout my photography work in Costa Rica, but this group took the cake.

They were gracious, friendly, happy, and fun - you can see it. Before I boast too much, I should mention, it’s hard to take a bad photo in Playa Carrillo, especially at sunset. It’s one of the most stunning beaches I’ve ever seen (and I’ve seen a lot of beaches). But, you can’t hide love when it’s as abundant as it is with this family and it’s the thing I adore most about their photos (which has nothing to do with me).

It was so hard to choose a collection of sneak peeks from this session but I hope my new friends and β€˜neighbours’ find the memories they were looking for in this first look. I certainly won’t forget this night and look forward to crossing paths with them again soon!

Emilie and Michael's Destination Wedding at the Majestic Elegance in Dominican Republic

On the morning of Emilie and Michael’s wedding, I said to Mike, β€œwhen you met me at work (my day job) over a year ago, could you ever of conceived that I would be standing here today photographing you getting dressed?!” Haha - a great laugh for my co-worker turned client and now a friend!

After two years of uncertainty, painful wedding cancellations, and everything the pandemic brought to this earth, this destination wedding at the Majestic Elegance in the Dominican Republic for Emilie and Michael was perfect.

Emilie, thoughtful as she is, thought of everything! All the gorgeous details and sweet gestures were all her. Mike brought tons of laughs and together, they brought an awesome group of people on a much-needed vacation and epic party!

A shout out to friends and family who joined us on this trip, I have never ever in my over 10 years of doing this, seen people get up and dance from the very first song and go ALL NIGHT! Well done, my feet are still sore so yours must be too.

Thank you, Emilie and Michael, for having me join you as your wedding photographer. This was one for the books. Much love to you both. xoxo

Melody and Pete's Wedding at the Fiesta Americana and Le Kliff Restaurant in Puerto Vallarta, Mexico

I could go on for days about the Destination Weddings I've shot. I have had so much fun and consider myself very fortunate. On each trip, with all the new friends I make, I'm often still travelling with some of my closest friends and family. 

I was over the moon to shoot Melody and Pete’s destination Puerto Vallarta Wedding for them. It was a week of fabulousness that included a beautiful resort (Fiesta Americana), a gorgeous wedding venue (Le Kliff Restaurant), perfect weather, lots of food, too much tequila, and truly one of the best groups of peeps I've come to meet... 

And boy did we party.

I just loved choosing this first-look collection, although it was hard to do as I'd give anything to do it all over again. For now, I'm just smiling because it happened (or telling myself that is enough until I actually believe it). 

Shauna & Rhys's Early Spring Engagement Session in Toronto, Ontario, Canada


In the thick of the city, anyone is a possibility.

Nights driving home. Electric lights, they glow.

They know. 

They multiply as you pass them by.

Shine like us until morning comes, they say.

They said.

And on those nights where you're sitting alone.

Turn to your phone. 

Look again.

No, try again.

Turn this time to a friend. 

And love is finally found, amidst the chaos of the search.