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We’ve Got Seconds Till Midnight

We almost missed midnight … but it wouldn’t have been our fault. Much like Tricia + Steve’s New Year’s Eve wedding guests, Jenn and I weren’t really paying attention to the time and just kept following the action. So when the clock was close to counting down, everyone scrambled looking for the bride and groom who just so happened to be sitting at the bar toasting shots with the rest of the wedding party. What followed was a mad dash to the dance floor with horns, beads and hats flying out to guests and before we knew it everyone was yelling 3 … 2 … 1. Our plan to go up on the roof for a champagne toast with fireworks was canceled due to the heavy rain, but it didn’t matter, Tricia + Steve threw a phenomenal party with an incredible group of people who didn’t stop, not even when the house lights came on. What a way to end a fantastic 2011, and I’m so excited for what we have in store for 2012.

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Erin - Really great shots! It looks like they threw quite the party. We’re looking forward to meeting you at Brides.

Shauna - Super freakin fantabulous!! Love the ring shot. Love the couple under the umbrella in front of the multicolored light specs. Love the silhouette shot.
Love, love, love, love! *sigh*

Kelly - Mind-blowing work. Insane wedding pics! Luv the last one!

Melanie - Stunning wedding photos! I too love the rings in the bubbly shot. And is that the same candle burning? Clever. Glasses up to the new couple.

Jeff B. - WOW. You really know how to capture awesomeness indoors. Bravo. Love the ring shots.

A Polar Bear Engagement Shoot

Alison and Kevin have been doing the polar bear dip together for the past two years, and after they posted a note on Facebook inviting friends to join them, we decided that their third annual swim would be the perfect idea for an engagement shoot (and great way to kick off 2012). So going on 3 hours sleep after an incredible New Years eve wedding, Jenn and I followed the adventurous couple as they braved the frigid Herring Cove waters on New Years day. I have to say, I’ve always thought polar bear dips were for the crazy, but it was such a great group of people with so much camaraderie – all for a great cause and it really gave the start of 2012 a positive vibe. As for our polar bear couple, they’ll officially take the plunge this coming summer. Happy New Year!

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True North DJs - I checked this gallery poolside, with a glass of wine in my hand from South Africa… A nice story board for what I am “missing” from home. Great album, as always. S.

Steve + Erica - This is so romantic and fun! Great idea for an engagement. Happy New Year!!!

Thelma Brown - You guys are amazing!!! Congrats and ‘good on ya’. hugs & kisses, Thelma

maureen - BRRRRRR-awesome shots!!!!!!!

Tanya - Original, creative and super cute! What a fun idea for a photo shoot. Happy 2012 to you and the fearless couple!

Christmas Trees and Holiday Lights

Note to self: when planning an outdoor shoot in the winter, pack gloves. It was a chilly night and it took a few hours for my hands to thaw out, but searching for the perfect Christmas tree followed by a drive around the city to check out the decorative lights was a great way to get into the holiday spirit. I’m looking forward to seeing Megan + Ian again, hopefully under warmer conditions, at their wedding this coming summer …

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Kris - I LOVE it! Love the photographs. What a great idea for engagement photos. Different, fun and festive! Merry Christmas!

Robin - What a very elegant looking photo shoots. The effects and place added up to the romantic mood of the photo. Congratulations!

Emily - Well now I’m in the holiday spirit too! Beautiful pictures! I especially love the ones in the car and in the trees.

Wedding at Onyx

One of my last weddings of the year was an evening spent with Amy, Shamus and their closest friends and family. Onyx (which also happens to be one of my favourite restaurants in Halifax) was the perfect choice to host their intimate wedding reception, and with a little help from Update Events, the mood was set for the Hollywood-Glam-meets-rock’n-roll vibe they were going for …

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Conny M - This is amazing…a bunch of girls and I tried to go to the Onyx that night for a drink and it was closed for a private function. Then we saw the bride and groom on the street and thought it was some kind of photography session…love that it was a real wedding!! Beautiful pics!!

Rachel - I teared up during the ceremony and looking at the pictures makes me tear up again. And you know me, heart of stone right here. Hahahaha. Simply gorgeous. You couldn’t have captured the moments more perfectly. Fantastic work Jeff and Jenn.

Janet - these are so beautiful. what an amazing job, some of these makes you really wonder if the back grounds are fake or real. That’s how good they are.

Andrew - Man your work is inspiring Jeff. Cutting edge, creative, breathtaking yet classical. You are a fantastic storyteller my friend.

Cathy Foster - Congratulations to both of you! You both look so in love, I am very happy for you. What a beautiful wedding, the pictures are amazing! Really amazing!

Jeff - It’s the Maritimes … I think that I’ve just learned how to deal with the weather. Thanks for all the great comments!

Lindsay - I think you secretly control the weather – that photo with the snow?? Gah – perfection! That photo with the chandelier is also incredible – your photos always give me chills. Beautiful.

Josh - Love this wedding! Wow is right!

Melissa - Holy crap! I know who I want to photograph my wedding!

Kate - Well documented Jeff! A unique and beautiful wedding.

Krista - Beautiful, I love them!

Megan - Jeff your work is amazing!!! You definitely captured their day.

Fiona - Followed your link on Moment Junkie and just spent the last hour looking through your spectacular work. Awesome photography Jeff!

Matthew Grandy - Just incredible, as you like, moments you’ve captured here! Well done Jeff and Jenn

Rae - Wow. Wow. Wow. These are absolutely stunning photos … love the shot with mom! Totally priceless.

Larissa - oh my gosh guys they are so beautiful.

Wendy McElmon - Awesome photography. I love love love the little girl getting a smooch too. She’s adorable. haha

The Anniversary

When it comes to planning a shoot, I’m always up for something that’s a little different than traditional portraiture. One thing I’ve learned is that photography doesn’t have to always be about posing the family for the perfect portrait, or a couple holding each other in an “epic” scene. Don’t get me wrong, I love getting those shots, but I jump at the chance to do something that’s different and a little more creative. When I meet with clients, I love to learn about the things they like to do, what they’re in to, their hobbies, interests, jobs, personalities, how they met, their family dynamics, favourite movies or music … because it’s all information that I use to help create a shoot and tell a story that’s completely unique to them. A perfect example is Bri + Greg. For their one year anniversary, they dusted off her wedding dress and cleaned up for an intimate dinner in the woods next to their charming new home in the Valley.  In the process, they took their creative shoot to new “depths” …

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BriAnna - This photo-shoot was everything I had hoped for, it was so much fun and the memories created for our Anniversary are amazing! It will be hard to top; we will definitely remember this on our 50th!

Lisa - Awesome work Jeff, love your photographs

Jackson - This looks like it was a blast to photograph. I love the concept and colors. However, that last shot is brilliant. Very edgy, creepy, but simply awesome.

layton - last shot is f#@king amazing.

Natasha - Fantastic!!!!

Heidi - Bri and Greg these are wicked! what an awesome experience!

Nicole - Wow – a food fight has never looked so good! What an sweet idea for their anniversary! Till death do us part! I love this series!

Tiffiney - The pictures are amazing!!! The playfullness of Bri & Greg shine through and I love the “darker” side to the images.

October Sky

It was the perfect setting for an engagement shoot … before catching a movie downtown, we hit the beach and although everyone got a little wet from the waves, it was well worth it. Congrats to Christena + Brad!

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Crowd Surfing at the Westin

I’m pretty sure that a few of Maggie + Waleed’s wedding guests woke up with a bit of a headache (along with sore shoulders) … it was a phenomenal day with a reception that certainly rocked the Westin.

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maureen - How beautiful is this wedding!!!!!!!!!!!

Lindsay - Ohhhh myyyyy goddddddd. These photos are stunning. You are exceptionally talented.

Mario Khouri - They are absolutely amazing photos Jeff!!! You did a great job my friend,from myself and the rest of the Familia we appreciate your hard work and thank you from the bottom of our hearts!! Mario {brother of the Bride}

Jenn + Hans

It was a hot and sunny afternoon, everyone was hungry, tired of dodging the bouquet bombing bees and looking forward to the reception, but I wasn’t expecting to see the entire wedding party take a break to devour fist fulls of McDonalds cheeseburgers.  Congrats to Jenn + Hans!

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Julian Abram Wainwright - Loving the lead image!

Sabrina - Jeff: Your work is incredible -can`t wait to see the rest. Thank you for being part of that incredible day. – Hans` Mom and Jenn`s Mom-in-law :)

Lynn - Your pictures are absolutely amazing! They are the most beautiful wedding pictures I have ever seen!!!!! I have seen her engagement pictures and they were just as stunning!!

Della - The anticipation of these photos was well worth the wait…can’t wait to see more! They are gorgeous, Jeff…you are one talented guy! ~Jenn’s Mom~

Larisa - Awesome Job Jeff!!

layton - you are the flashmaster, sir. and that speed fines double sign in the back of the skate shot is icing on the cake.

A Splash of Boudoir

Not all of my boudoir clients want their photos online, but I can assure you that not all of these shoots are about skin and lace. They’re about women feeling their best while creating beautiful images using whatever concept or idea that they connect with and are comfortable with … and ultimately be left with a collection of photos that make them feel great about themselves.

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Nicole - I think these could be in some kind of ad. And, if your photographs can make me look half as good as these, sign me up!

Lindsay - Going to the gym immediately. Insanely jealous – amazing work as usual.

Tracy - I want to do this! Wow!

Roxanne - Ok – these are GORGEOUS photos! They look like something straight out of a magazine. Beautiful work jeff.

Erin + Davey at the Waeg

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Lisa Cockerill - These are the most amazing wedding pictures I have ever seen I loved mine but these put mine to shame sooooooo badly, love love love them.

Carolyn Murphy (Erin’s Mom) - I could not possibly love them more – you totally capture not only the Bride & Groom, but the entire event as well. Only one word to describe your work and its a breathtaking WOW.

Amanda Kidston - it was a gorgeous day, so I didn’t expect anything less than gorgeous pictures!! Awesome!

Ainslie Walker - Fantastic photos!! Love them all! What a beauiful day beautifully captured! Thanks =)

Jacqueline Swinemar - STUNNING!!!!!

Rebecca - Absolutely stunning! What an gorgeous dress. Beautiful images.

Hollie Corkum Sears - Amazing!!

Ashley + Jeff

Ashley and Jeff are both avid cyclists, live active lifestyles and totally embrace everything that life has to offer. Their wedding was definitely an emotional day. Aside from the bride and groom, there were a few other people who played a big part in the day and made a huge impact on me (and many of the guests in attendance): Coady, the ring bearer, along with his Dad and the beautiful memory his Mom (Jeff’s sister) who recently passed away due to cancer. Ashley and Jeff had stressed prior to their wedding that they wanted to make sure her memory was honored in a positive way throughout their day … and they did a superb job. I have to say, they gave us all a lesson on the importance of friends and family that we won’t soon forget.

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Cynthia McIsaac - I came across your website and have to say that I’ve never seen wedding photos quite like yours. Breathtaking Jeff! They’re all so great but the barn shot with the guys is amazing! Can’t wait to see what’s next!

Jeff - Bar has been raised. Love the Barn shot with the guys!! epic.

Jill - Stunning. Absolutely stunning.