Nicole and Sam Fairy tale wedding at Hatley castle
There is nothing more fantastic than getting married in a Castle! I have to say I was excited for another chance to photograph at Hatley Castle, its beautiful, elegant and the staff make you feel like royalty.
I met Nicole at a trade show as it was coming to an end. She was there with her sister who is also getting married next year in Mexico (oh and Natalie I'm happy to go to Mexico for your wedding ;). They where laughing and smiling and gushing about their men. I love that Nicole and Sam have been together for over 10 years and they still get the gitty glow when they look at each other.
It was a late afternoon wedding, Nicole looked stunning as she walked through the fragrant flowers surrounding the Italian garden on her way to marry her soul mate. As they said their vows and kissed, the afternoon sun perfectly lit up the castle behind them.
We made our way through the beautiful gardens, I have to give Nicole props for managing the trails in her heals. She just fell into every pose perfectly, making my job easy. I really wish I had the elegance and grace Nicole does.
I also have to Thank my assistant Bonny for climbing trees and hiding in bushes to hold flashes for me, I could not have gotten the shots without you. And Adam (my 2nd shooter) you also pulled off some fantastic image - thanks! We where having so much fun photographing that we tried to convince Nicole and Sam to stay all night in the garden and ditch the party.
But they opted to join their guests in the elegant dining room. The food was amazing and the speeches tucking. Your guests where so much fun and where hilarious to photograph-thanks! I Bonnie and I prepared a sneak peak of the wedding images from the day for the guests, I have to admit I felt pretty good when the slideshow was over and they applauded. - Thanks.
As the guests lined the stairs, Nicole and Sam started their first dance as man and wife in the grand entranceway. As we left for the night a very talented kid was doing the worm on the dance floor and Sam and his mom where showing the guests how its done with their smooth dance moves. What a perfect night.
Thanks for having Orange Frog Studio be part of your romantic Victoria wedding! - Melanie Seal-Jones
Vendors from the wedding
Brides Dress - Maggie Sottero (bought online)
Bridesmaid Dress - Shades of White - www.shadesofwhite.com
Tuxes - Moore's - www.mooresclothing.com
Ceremony location - Hatley Castle - Italian Garden - www.hatleypark.ca
Reception location - Hatley Castle - ph: 1.866.241.0674 or 250-391-2600 extension 4795 - www.hatleycastle.com
Rings - People's (hers) and Ben Moss (his)
Flowers - Kenmar Flower Farm - ph: 250-727-6443 - www.kenmarflowerfarm.com
Cake - The Italian Bakery - ph: (250) 388-4557
Food - Truffles Catering - (250) 544-0200 - www.trufflescatering.net
Marriage Commissioner - Sharon Russell - ph: 250.598.0580
Hair/Makeup- EcoChic Salon -www.ecochicaveda.com
DJ - Vancouver Island DJ - www.vancouverislanddjs.com
If I missed any vendors please send me an email and I will add you - thanks
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