Proof That Rainy Weddings Are Romantic | an October Wedding in Parksville

Married in the Middle of a Storm: Vanessa and Zeke’s October Wedding in Parksville Vanessa and Zeke’s October wedding took place at the ever-popular Tigh-Na-Mara Resort on a beautifully moody autumn day. October 28th has long held meaning for these two, and they were more than willing to embrace whatever Vancouver Island weather decided to deliver. As anyone who plans an October wedding on the Island knows, it’s always a […]

Documentary Wedding Photography in Parksville | This Is What Real Love Looks Like

A Laid-Back Love Story at Tigh-Na-Mara | Documentary Wedding Photography in Parksville Kylie and Alex’s wedding at Tigh-Na-Mara Resort is a beautiful example of what documentary wedding photography can look like. In just two hours of coverage, I delivered 750 images — simply because the day was overflowing with candid moments worth preserving. I began photographing about 15 minutes before the ceremony, capturing guests as they arrived and the quiet […]

15 Popular Parksville/Qualicum Beach Wedding Venues

15 Parksville/Qualicum Beach Wedding Venues (Including Errington, Coombs, Nanoose, Lantzville) As a seasoned wedding photographer based in Parksville on beautiful Vancouver Island, I’ve had the pleasure of capturing weddings at many of the top Parksville/Qualicum Beach wedding venues. Below, I’ve highlighted some of my favorite locations, most of which are linked to a full gallery where you can explore more photos and see what makes these venues so special for […]

Jenny & Trevor’s Fabulous West Coast Wedding | A Coastal Love Story

Jenny & Trevor’s Fabulous West Coast Wedding | A Weekend of Love by the Sea Jenny and Trevor’s West Coast wedding was a stunning Tigh-Na-Mara hosted celebration. The adventurous duo call Alberta home, but Vancouver Island has always held a special place in their hearts, drawing them back for many vacations and explorations. When it came time to plan their wedding, they knew they wanted to say “I do” somewhere […]

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A Parksville Destination Wedding Story | Andrea & Lee’s Family Fun Wedding Celebration

A Vancouver Island Celebration, a Parksville Destination Wedding at Tigh Na Mara Andrea and Lee chose to celebrate their marriage with a Parksville destination wedding, making Vancouver Island their setting from their home in Alberta. They picked Tigh Na Mara, a popular venue for destination weddings, for its convenience, beauty, and excellent reputation. The site offers everything a couple could need: on-site accommodations, a ceremony space, reception hall, décor, restaurant, […]

A Most Beachy Beach Wedding | Love on the Shore: Vicky and Matt’s Parksville Beach Wedding

Sandals and Sunshine: a Parksville Beach Wedding Vicky and Matt’s Parksville beach wedding was celebrated wearing sandals while covered in sunshine at the iconic Tigh-Na-Mara Resort. During our initial consultation, Vicky stated they were opting for something a little unique for their wedding day. They were seeking a casual vibe with quality time spent with guests. As a long-term employee at Tigh-Na-Mara, Vicky’s wedding was particularly special, with the ceremony […]

Amélie and Cody’s Intimate Parksville Spring Wedding

A Warm and Wonderful Parksville Spring Wedding Amélie and Cody chose to celebrate their marriage with a Parksville spring wedding. Set against the ocean backdrop and May’s springtime florals, Tigh-Na-Mara Resort was a perfect location for their intimate event. It meant a lot to the couple that their family gathered and spent quality time in one location, without the hassle of travelling to multiple places on the wedding day. Tigh-Na-Mara […]

A Dreamy Parksville Wedding for Mellissa and Jarred

Love Under September Skies: M&J’s Beautiful Parksville Wedding Mellissa and Jarred chose to celebrate their marriage with a Parksville wedding at the reputable Tigh-Na-Mara Resort. In late-September, the summer crowds have gone home, kids are back at school, and the beach is much quieter. The sun sets earlier, and there is a refreshing coolness in the air. With a later ceremony, the sun was already beginning its slow decent, and […]

Kelsey & Jason’s Dreamy Vancouver Island Wedding | a Balloon Arch, Pampas Grass Flair, and FUN

A Dazzling Vancouver Island Wedding at Tigh-Na-Mara Resort Kelsey and Jason chose to marry by the sea in a cliffside gazebo overlooking the Strait of Georgia and distant snow-capped mountains. That’s a Vancouver Island wedding for you! Ocean, forest, mountains- Parksville’s Tigh-Na-Mara Resort has that desirable West Coast charm. With a guest list of over 100, the support for these two was immense. Emotional speeches by their bridal party and […]

Megan & Matthew’s Stormy Wedding: Embracing the Elements

A Stormy Wedding at Tigh-Na-Mara~ Marrying OUTSIDE No Matter What! Megan and Matthew’s stormy wedding at Tigh-Na-Mara was certainly unusual weather for mid-August on Vancouver Island. A rainy wind storm rolled in on their wedding, complete with dramatic, cloudy skies, rainbows, and a tease of chilly temperatures. The rain did stop during their beach photos and for most of the ceremony, but absolutely dumped during family portraits! Megan said to […]