Newly engaged Leah + Mike had recently closed on their new south end home when it went up in flames. Thankfully it was empty and nobody was hurt. On the plus side, they now get to fulfil my wife’s dream of gutting and renovating an older Halifax home. So with an engagement, buying a home, fire, renovations and planning a wedding, I’d say it’s been quite the exciting year for them.
“Woooooohoooooooooooooo!!!!!!” That’s exactly how Harmonie ended her email to me after I told her that I was available to shoot her wedding. And, that’s exactly how Jenn and I felt the entire day working with her & Tim. They choose to have an early evening ceremony with an amazing sunset over their beautiful home in Chester, and we also had time to sneak away to a nearby marina beach for a private toast with a bottle of Dom Perignon and their closest friends. It was a great day spent with a really great family … cheers to the newlyweds!
My grandmother, Sadie, was Lebanese and I’ve always had her and the entire Arab family to thank for all the amazing food like grape leaves, hummus, fattayirs, tabbouleh and kafta that I’ve grown to love over the years. Now, after experiencing Sam & Laura’s wedding celebration “week-end”, I’m pretty sure I also have her to thank for the party gene – because Sam and Laura’s wedding proved that the Lebanese culture sure know how to have a good time and we were thrilled to be there for every moment from start to finish.
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Lovely Lovely Lovely Jeff!..I see two that I will need for our portfolio for sure..but just lovely faces and energy..
And, an amazing lovely couple too!
Sita
Oh My God——-how beautiful!!!!!!! Stunning!!!!!
the photo’s are amazing. I’m glad that Sammy and Laura chose you to be the one to make their memories happen. And we also got to know you and that you happen to be a relative. Lots of thanks.
God bless.
Maggie & Waleed love the movies, which worked out to be the perfect setting for an engagement shoot – especially considering the weather we have been having….(I know, I know – at this point we just need to all deal with it and think positive). I love the movies too, and, ironically, a few weeks before this shoot, I ran into them on the opening weekend of a big summer movie. We had a lot of fun during their movie date and there’s no doubt that we’ll have a great time this fall when they get to star in their very own wedding day …
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Jeff and Jenn-I love this series of pictures, Great place for pictures!
Fantastic idea for an engagement shoot! LUV these photos Jeff! Beautiful couple – this shoot make me want to cuddle up with my husband, eat popcorn and watch a movie!
What a great concept. And following the movie theme, come to think of it, I was first introduced to Maggie as Wally’s girlfriend in the lobby of the movie theatre. Great couple!
what a creative idea! these are great. my favorites are the silhouette and the last, B&W one. awesome job, jeff!
Susan & Jamie traveled to Halifax to celebrate their wedding day with friends and family … Susan, who is a SMU grad and teacher in the Northwest Territories, thought it would be fun to get a few photos in a school or classroom. So we headed over to Saint Mary’s University and sweet-talked a security guard into letting use a classroom and the library for a few photos … their day was perfect and didn’t end until the wee hours of the morning (Newfoundlanders sure do know how to party) … congrats to this happy couple and safe travels!
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Hey Jeff, this is Jamie’s youngest sister, Amy. I am amazed at the amazing shots you captured of Jamie and Susan on their big day. You guys are amazing, and I am sure we will all treasure these great pics for years and years to come 
Awesome job!!
Jenn and I spent a sunny Sunday with Bill & Kristina as they celebrated their wedding day in downtown Halifax at the Casino’s Compass Room. Their son Brayden, along with some other little friends, had a great time running all over the place … which made for some adorable moments (and in a lot of ways stole the spotlight). I thought with all my practice at home that I could keep up with the little munchkins, but they definitely gave Jenn and I a run for it – especially on the dancefloor. Congrats to Kristina, Bill and Brayden!!
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Love what I have seen so far. Kristina received her disc and seems very pleased. Now I know why she wanted to ensure she had you and Jenn as photographers. You both added to the joy of the day and captured many special moments! Thank you so much!
these are outstanding. you have captured so many sweet moments for kristina and bill – and the pics of the kids – WOW!! the expressions are priceless. love.
beautiful wedding shots–Jennifer you seem to have a knack with the Kids-you capture their beautiful souls in light and laughter
amazing Jeff (& Jenn) simply amazing! love it Looking forward to having a sunny wedding sometime this summer!!! xo
What do you get when a Greek family and Lebanese family are united by marriage? A very large wedding with amazing food, great dancing and lots of tradition. I photographed Rena & Richie’s engagement earlier this year, and was looking forward to all aspects of the Greek and Lebanese culture that they were planning to incorporate into their day. After the beautiful ceremony in the Greek Orthodox church in Halifax, guests were treated to a fantastic dinner followed by traditional Greek and Lebanese dancing (which was much like a dance off), along with an incredible performance by “magic hands” Charlie K and his Darbouka. Needless to say, the party lasted hours and, as usual, we stayed until the very end trying to keep up and capture all of the action …
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Stunning photos!! You captured the mood perfectly!
my friends were attendees. they had a blast!
what a beautiful wedding-such color!
Rena the pics are beautiful!! I have been waiting anxiuosly to see them! AWESOME!
From the charming setting to the Mounties in full uniform, complete with an Honour Guard exit, Candace and Luc’s wedding in Antigonish was everything Canadian. Thanks for having us be part of your wedding!
Nicole + JP met at Saint Mary’s University, so we decided to do a little tour around campus (which has certainly changed since I went to school there) …
Last week-end, Gayle and Brent traveled from Toronto for their small, intimate wedding aboard the Harbour Queen. Their nuptials at sea were followed by a fun dinner as the wedding party and guests had a chance to cruise around Halifax and take in the sights …
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I think this wedding is beautiful-very light and airy. Colors are beautiful.
The 2011 wedding season certainly started off with a bang. We packed up the entire Cooke clan (including Jenn of course) and headed east of Toronto to Cobourg, Ontario for Karla and Pete’s wedding celebration …
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Awesome Jeff! I finally get to see them now that we are back from our honeymoon! thanks again for everyone and ill chat with you soon
Ah great shoot man,just like being there.Really like the B&W’s.
Thank you so much Jeff for taking such beautiful pictures, the love that Peter and Karla have for eachother have been captured by your amazing pictures…As the mother of the groom I thank you..
Jennifer was telling me how fabulous this wedding was and Oh My God you guys captured it!!!!!I can actually feel the happiness in this wedding
Jeff, these photos are absolutely AMAZING!!!! 
Máiréad and Andrew’s wedding was the perfect end to my 2010 wedding season – complete with sparklers and confetti guns!
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WOW!!! Gorgeous photos! And beautifully designed event. Congrats Máiréad and Andrew, it was a pleasure to get to know you and play a part in your BIG day.
These pictures are incredible. They perfectly capture an amazing occasion. Congrats again guys.
Beautiful! Their wedding colors are truly stunning and they’re such an adorable couple! I just had to leave a comment! It’s a beautifully shot wedding Jeff. You work is great! Congrats to the couple (and happy new year)!!
I came across your website on weddinggawker and I have to say that your photos are amazing! So vibrant and full of life and it’s been a real treat to go through your work. A magnificent wedding, a beautiful day and a stunning bride. Love the ring shot! Very creative.
Thank you for all the lovely comments & compliments! We are so blessed! Jeff and Jenn, your work is outstanding; we re-live the day and relish all the details every time we look at the photos. Thank you! A&M xx
Thank you Jeff for capturing the true essence and spirit of our daughter and new son-in-law’s wedding day. Family and friends around the world who could not join us can now share the special day.
Loved looking at the photos, they are really wonderful. Bernadette you made us laugh, that one of you at the table is just so you! They do belong on the pages of a glossy magazine. x
Stunning and beautifully captured, Jeff! Impossible to pick a favourite but the ring shot rocks!
Jeff, these are incredible!! They belong in a magazine! The colors are so vibrant! What an amazing wedding and a beautiful bride! Love your work!!
Ok I cannot express how jealous I am!!! This Wedding is absolutly PERFECT! and the pictures are more than perfect! Where do people find these perfect location for weddings!? The decorations are outstanding…same colors as my wedding…the green and blue…Wow I just can’t get over it. Congrats to the lovely couple!
Wow Jeff… those pictures are amazing. They are sooo beautiful! I LOVE THEM ALL! Such a great photographer!!!
Your pictures are amazing.
These photos are absolutely amazing. They really capture the feeling of the wedding.
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Two Ring Studios - Just stumbled upon your work via wedding gawker. Gorgeous stuff, and amazing use of lighting!