Puppy Love at Little Qualicum River Fish Hatchery | J&J’s Engagement Photos

Jessyca & Josh’s Engagement Session at Little Qualicum River Fish Hatchery Jessyca and Josh are getting married! After 19 years together, they’re finally tying the knot — and as they so enthusiastically put it, they’re “finally getting f***ing married!” (Their words, not mine.) For their engagement session, they chose the beautiful Little Qualicum River Fish Hatchery — a spot that feels especially meaningful. It’s close to home and a place […]

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Why Engagement Photos Are Worth It | Parksville Engagement Photographer

Why Engagement Photos Are Worth It | Parksville Engagement PhotographerMy thoughts after photographing engagements all over Vancouver Island. There are so many reasons why engagement photos are worth it. As a wedding photographer on Vancouver Island, I’ve been capturing engagement sessions since 2015, and I’ve seen firsthand how impactful the experience can be for my clients. My full-coverage wedding photography packages either include a complimentary engagement session or allow couples […]

Silver Meadows Farm, Parksville | K&K’s Autumn Engagement & Family Photoshoot

A Spontaneous Engagement Photoshoot at Silver Meadows Farm Earlier that morning, Kira and I were enjoying a beverage at Serious Coffee while chatting about her upcoming wedding plans. She and her fiancé, Kirk, will be tying the knot at Butchart Gardens in mid-March of 2025. As part of my full-coverage wedding photography packages, I offer a complimentary engagement photoshoot, or the option to swap it for an additional hour of […]

Jill & Connor’s Little Qualicum Falls Engagement Photos

Little Qualicum Falls Engagement Photos ~ A Sunny September Day Jill and Connor enjoyed their Little Qualicum Falls engagement photos on a warm and beautiful day in September. These two live in Saskachewan together, and will be travelling to Vancouver Island’s popular Tigh Na Mara Resort in Parksville for their spring wedding. Fortunately, these two LOVE to travel. Despite the great distance between the Island and Prairies, we have been […]

Golden Hour Engagement Photos

Courtney and Joaquin’s Golden Hour Engagement Photos Golden hour goodness! Courtney and Joaquin’s golden hour engagement photos were taken at Oak Leaf Park in Nanoose Bay on a beautiful September day. We aimed for the golden glow that happens during the last hour before sunset, and we definitely nailed that! These photos were not manipulated or edited in a way to add a fake golden glow, these are oh natural […]

Neck Point Park Engagement Photos

Maria & Jordan’s Neck Point Park Engagement Photos

Neck Point Park ~ Autumn Leaves and Golden Glow Maria and Jordan’s Neck Point Park engagement photos were taken in early September when the leaves on the Oak Trees turn yellow. They were looking for an Autumn feel in their photos, and Neck Point Park is a meaningful setting where these two spend a lot of time together. Early September was perfect! I find the Oak Trees turn quite quickly […]

Sandcut Beach Engagement Photos; Kayla & Troy

Playing Crib and Drinking Beer at Sandcut Beach Kayla and Troy’s Sandcut Beach engagement photos were taken on a typical West Coast day; overcast with a sprinkle of rain. Equipped with a cute rain jacket and clear umbrella, these two were not phased by the weather whatsoever. They actually visit here often- exploring Port Renfrew beaches had become one of their hobbies during the pandemic and it is now something […]