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, […]

Tigh-Na-Mara Wedding Photos | Why I Love Photographing Weddings at Tigh-Na-Mara

What Makes Tigh-Na-Mara Wedding Photos So Timeless Hi, I’m Deanna, a Vancouver Island wedding photographer who is genuinely obsessed with documenting love stories at Tigh-Na-Mara. This picturesque oceanside resort has built a legacy and reputation that spans generations—from guests who vacation here year after year, to locals who cherish the spa, and countless couples who have chosen it as the place to say I do. I’ve met more than one […]

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 […]

Wedding Memories | SWIMMING in the Ocean in their Wedding Attire at NIGHT in the RAIN

One Of The Wildest Tigh Na Mara Wedding Memories I’ve Ever Photographed! Tania and Douglas will forever hold a special place in my heart. They’ve earned a legendary status in my Tigh Na Mara wedding memories for what they pulled off on their wedding day. At the end of the night, after their first dances with each other and with their parents, these two decided to take a swim in […]

Karolina & Scott’s Multicultural Wedding | Where Scottish, Polish and Canadian Families Come Together

A Scottish and Polish Multicultural Wedding at Tigh Na Mara Karolina and Scott thoughtfully infused their cultural heritage throughout their multicultural wedding in Parksville. From Scott wearing traditional Scottish kilt attire and performing a bagpipe piece at the reception- to breaking bread and shooting Vodka, this day was absolutely brimming with fun. I had met these two 2 years prior when they secured my photography services. We quickly met up […]

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 […]