Emelia and Craig recently tied the knot with a spring wedding that was held at the Acadia Chapel, followed by an afternoon tea, and ending with a family dinner at the Blomidon Inn. Susie and I try to make it to Blomidon every year for a getaway, so I knew the setting, service and food would be perfect for their intimate reception. Congrats to the happy newlyweds!
“I walked over and stood in front of him. Colin gave a small speech about how we were about to embark on a big adventure to New Zealand and he wanted this adventure to last a lifetime. So, down on one knee and looking up at me he exclaimed that he wanted to ask me to be his … Penguin! (A pet name for me that has become an on-going joke).
As I was thinking that this was definitely yet another joke, Colin reached into his jacket pocket and pulled out a stuffed penguin and presented it to me. I told him that he was silly. Then he stood up and stated that all silliness aside, besides being his penguin he wanted to ask me to be his wife.
He reached into his pocket and as he opened his wallet, I could see the most beautiful engagement ring hidden in the space where his driver’s license should have been. I stood there speechless trying to weigh in my mind if this was actually happening or just a strange side of Colin’s humourous personality. I kept asking him if he was serious, and if this was for real. Colin kept laughing and saying, “Yes, yes, it’s for real.”
After a few moments, he hesitantly asked, “So … is it a yes?”
“Yes, yes, it’s a yes!” and I reached up and wrapped my arms around him …”
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Cute! Love the puddle splash, and the rest of the photos are beautiful.
Thanks Jeff and Jenn!! We had such a fun time doing the shoot and the pictures are amazing! We can’t wait for the big day!
I think most parents can agree that the nightly routine can be full of chaos. In fact, we call the hours between 5:30-8:30 the “witching hours” – you never know what you are in for and you always breathe a small sigh of relief once everyone is asleep. But despite the craziness, I can’t help but think that in a flash, they will be on their own and I’ll wish for moments like this again. So for the Murphy clan’s creative family shoot, we decided to capture some of those memories for them, showing up during their evening routine that involved getting all FOUR of their kids to bed. It was fast paced, but we had a lot of fun jumping on beds while dodging lightsaber swings. Needless to say, the glass of wine at the end of it all was defintely well deserved. Thanks Kevin + Steph for letting us in to your warm, fun and crazy household!
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It was nice talking to you. We completely love your ideas and can’t wait for our family boudoir shoot!
These are fabulous! What a wicked twist to traditional family photos. LOVE this Jeff!!!
Saw your link shared on HRM Parent’s Facebook page. Totally awesome!!! I can’t wait to book my own! This is a really fun and unique idea!
Hey There 
- Honestly one of the best family shoots I have ever seen! Pretty amazing…no wait forget the pretty…just AMAZING!
Love the pictures-you and Jenn captured all the fun a family can have!!!!!! Love them
These are just absolutely amazing, as usual!
LOVE LOVE LOVE! Amazing, natural, absolutely perfect family photography. You make their every day routine look so unique and beautiful! LOVE!
Love Love LOVE these!!!
Jeff, I knew when you and Jen were here shooting that the results were going to be fabulous, but these are even better than I imagined! You managed to capture the kids’ spirits and even got me into my pj’s in front of a camera – that’s quite the skill!!! Thanks yet again, we (all 6 of us!) LOVE them!!
I love this idea. What a wonderful keepsake for them to have.
I love everything about this Jeff. Spectacular idea for a shoot, and funny play on the word “boudoir”.
Haha! I went to high school with Kevin Jeff. Kind of funny seeing him in this role. What a fun shoot! Awesome as always!
These are so great! Love them!
Beautiful memories captured!! Years from now, they’ll look back and cherish these moments! Awesome, awesome photo idea.
These are stinkin beautiful Jeff.
I love this!!!! Makes for great memories… Awesome job!
Of all the places that I’ve ever visited in the States, New Orleans is by far one of my favourites – the music, the food, the hospitality – all simply amazing. So needless to say, I was very excited when Morgan and Mike contacted me to shoot their evening wedding in the middle of beautiful New Orleans City Park. Much like the city, their reception was an explosion of color backed by the sounds of the phenomenal New Orleans brass funk rock band Bonerama who, according to Morgan, “always takes her to a happy place!” … but what I loved the most was that behind all of the color, glitz and fireworks was a great couple surrounded by a wonderful supporting cast of characters, and Jenn and I had a blast getting to know each and every one of them. Mike and Morgan – thank you for trusting us with your day … cheers from your friends in Nova Scotia.
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Thanks for all the comments … and yes, another trip to New Orleans is a must!!
I’ve no idea how ya’ll managed to capture how it felt to be there, to be part of the incredible celebration that was my best friends’ wedding. I know I’m not alone in being thankful that the two of you shared those days with us – and not just because the photos are incredible! We are absolutely going to hold you both to your promises to come down for Mardi Gras, Jazz Fest, or any other excuse we can help you create! Thank you for everything.
Jeff and Jen – your photos are amazing! I learnt about your photography business when you photographed my cousin, Jason, and his new wife Allison’s wedding this past summer. It was incredible, and I was amazed by all the work you both put into it. Although I’m not planning to get married for another 2 years – I already have you on my list for photographer. I feel as though I would be able to trust you with capturing every magical moment of the special day. Again – your photos blow my mind. Awesome work guys!
I was at Mike and Morgan’s celebration and the moments that you captured are fabulous! What happy memories for everyone!
dang. you’re good.
Jeff and Jenn, what can I say? These photos are SO beautiful and even more than I could’ve imagined. I cannot wait to see more of our wedding through your lenses and be even more overwhelmed. The two of you not only have created the memories that I will carry of my wedding forever – exceeding all of our expectations – you also kept me sane and, I hope, together we’ve started a friendship that will continue as long as our memories. Let’s get together soon and find more ways to work together!
Over the edge like everything else at their fabulous wedding!
Marvelous! Such a wonderful job of capturing the magic of this very special day in the lives of some very special people.
spectacular!!Love the colors!! want to do a painting of the wedding toppe Love you
Jeff, We cannot tell you how very much we cherish your photos of Morgan’s and Mike’s wedding. We so look forward to seeing more and more and more!!! Thank you for your sincerity, verve, eye, and expertise. We so enjoyed getting to know you and Jen and we could not be more pleased. Thank you again … Dighton and Ann
Not bad, not bad … kidding man. You have an eye, always look forward to seeing new work. The colors are nuts!
OMG – did you and Jenn ever do an AWESOME JOB! The colors are beautiful everywhere! WOW! This is NOW my favourite! WONDERFUL AND BEAUTIFUL!
Incredible Jeff. The colors, the moments … I’m speechless.
Wow! Beautiful work as always Jeff. That looks like it was an amazing wedding. I especially love the artwork. Awesome.
Jeff, these are awesome. You have such a good eye. I only wish you had embarked on this career path in time for our wedding!
I don’t often post personal photos, but I absolutely love this shot that my assistant Jenn captured … a daddy / daughter moment while we were waiting for our piece of Gingerbread Cake …
We recently made a stop in Philadelphia for an engagement shoot with Elena and Justin. Shooting in the cold, heavy wind had it’s challenges but we made the best of it, even if it meant using a car to warm up between shots. We visited a few of Philly’s famous landmarks, but my favourite was a stop in the heart of the city. The buildings were changing color … from green to yellow to pink to purple … so I grabbed a wide lens, Jenn grabbed a speedlight, and everyone waited until I yelled “dip and kiss”.
I’m looking forward catching up with Elena and Justin again at their wedding this coming November.
For me, engagement shoots always involve a little brainstorming with my clients … a collaborative effort to plan something creative that reflects their unique personalities and taste. During our initial wedding consult, Lisa informed me that one of her hobbies was knitting which became an obvious concept for one of their engagement portraits …
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I just wanted to say that I think your work is incredibly creative and completely inspiring. I just thought you’d like to know, from one photographer to another.
LOVE the yarn photo … very original and creative. Beautiful photographs.
Wow, I’m very happy with how these turned out! This was so much fun. Thanks!!
Last winter, I worked with Shelly on a bridal shoot where she joked that it would be the only time she’d ever get to wear a wedding dress. And a year later, she eloped. But before taking off for their caribbean getaway, her and Steve decided to make things official at home and held a private ceremony at the Halifax Club, surrounded by a small circle of their family and friends. I’m also excited to have this first shot featured up on Moment Junkie…
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amazing that is all I can say….lost for words:)
Love your work. Thats all I have to say. xo
What a wedding. Jeff and Jenn-you captured the intimacy of this couple. I also think the Bride will be starting a new trend with that stunning and meaningful bouquet!
I keep coming back to look at this again. It’s so so good. Much love!
What a great wedding ride! It was so sexy perfect that for a moment I thought it was one of those staged “faux weddings” for a magazine or something. Thanks for putting such a stunning and personal wedding up. Kuddos and God bless to Shelly and Steve!
I cried when Shelly left the hair salon after I finished her hair..I couldn’t imagine how much more beautiful she would be when it was all put together. All I can say is WOW….Shelly you are absolutely beautiful. Stephen you are a lucky man, and handsome too, Jeff you are an amazing photographer.I am honored to have been a part of it all.
Wow. Really nice wedding photos. Although I don’t really care much for the smoking shot, I hate smoking, everything else is spectacular. Ok I guess it’s a nice image. HAHA
I am speechless. I even said to Shelly that these pictures even made me teary, and it wasn’t even my wedding. It is like a mini photo essay of Shelly. For everything that she does for others, this was something that she deserved…the wedding, happiness, and a fanstastic storyboard to remember it all by.
Those photos made me cry. You are both so beautiful. Shelly I hope to meet Stephen one day soon. He must be pretty special if he managed to catch you! I felt like I was in another era looking at those…way to go Jeff Cooke! Amazing pics!
Insanely love it! Bravo!!
I’ve never seen such beautiful pictures. How do I get a hold of you in the future for prices??
I’m speechless. Your photos speak to me and it’s like I’m part of their day. Beautiful. Incredible and I adore her bouquet.
Jeff thank you so much for making our special day that much more special with these beautiful photo’s, you have captured my wife and I perfectly. I didn’t think she could look more beautiful until I seen these photo’s. Jeff you are a great friend to my wife and an even greater photographer please know I thank you from the bottom of my heart for the great memories you have captured. THANK YOU.
You captured us perfect Jeff, WE love you!!!! xo
These are the most beautiful wedding photos I have EVER seen!! You are beautiful couple. Congratulations to both of you!! Jeff, the creativity in your work is unbelievable!! I can’t wait to see more of it in future! Velvet.
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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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.
This is so romantic and fun! Great idea for an engagement. Happy New Year!!!
You guys are amazing!!! Congrats and ‘good on ya’. hugs & kisses, Thelma
BRRRRRR-awesome shots!!!!!!!
Original, creative and super cute! What a fun idea for a photo shoot. Happy 2012 to you and the fearless couple!
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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Really great shots! It looks like they threw quite the party. We’re looking forward to meeting you at Brides.
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*
Mind-blowing work. Insane wedding pics! Luv the last one!
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.
WOW. You really know how to capture awesomeness indoors. Bravo. Love the ring shots.
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AMANDA RICHARD - Beautiful wedding pictures, beautiful couple. Thank you for sharing these wonderful moments.
Marda Potgieter - Jeff, I can’t stop looking! You are simply THE BEST! Thanks for a wonderful experience with you and love what you’ve created! Marda.
Sonja Potgieter - Hi Jeff, Not only are you the best photographer because the wedding photos are super awesome, but having spent the whole day in your company and that of your assistant, I can comment that you are lovely people to have around and it was just a pleasure to have such a friendly, relaxed and patient photographer taking the photos. You must truly be passionate about your work as I can find no other explanation. Cannot wait to see the rest. Maybe we can lure you to the land Down Under one day … Kind regards – Sonja.
Sherri - Looks like a happy day perfectly captured with stunning photography. Love!
JASON - Wow. Really great work Jeff.
colette stanley - I want to get married again (same husband) so that you can take our wedding photos! They just keep getting better and better. Just beautiful!