What I Love About Being a Wedding Photographer

What I Love About Being a Wedding Photographer

Every time someone asks me why I chose wedding photography, my heart fills up, and I could talk for hours. It’s not just a job—it’s a calling, a privilege, a front-row seat to some of the most beautiful, raw, and joyful moments in people’s lives. As a heartfelt wedding photographer here in Edmonton, I’ve been part of hundreds of love stories, and each one reminds me why I fell in love with this work. Let me share, honestly and from the deepest part of me, what I truly love about it.

I Get to Witness Real, Unfiltered Love

There’s nothing quite like standing quietly behind my camera while two people look at each other with that kind of love—the kind that makes the whole world fade away. The soft glances during getting ready, the way hands find each other during vows, the quiet laugh shared in the middle of chaos. These are the moments that make my eyes well up (yes, I cry at almost every wedding—quietly, behind the lens).

Love looks different for every couple: sometimes it’s playful and silly, sometimes it’s tender and tearful, sometimes it’s calm and steady. But it’s always real. And being trusted to capture that authenticity? It humbles me every single time.

Every Wedding Is a New Story

No two days are ever the same. One weekend I’m in a snowy winter wonderland at a cozy venue, the next I’m chasing golden light through fall leaves in the River Valley. I’ve photographed big cultural celebrations full of color and tradition, intimate backyard gatherings with just ten guests, elopements at sunrise, and everything in between.

Each couple brings their own history, their own quirks, their own way of loving. I get to learn who they are—the inside jokes, the meaningful details, the people who matter most—and then tell their story through images that feel like them. That creativity, that personal connection, never gets old.

I Help Preserve Memories That Matter

Years from now, when life gets busy or hard, couples will open their gallery or flip through their album and be transported right back. They’ll remember how they felt when they saw each other for the first time, how their parents teared up, how their best friend gave that hilarious speech. I’ve had couples write to me years later saying, “We were going through a tough time, and looking at our photos brought all the joy back.”

Knowing my work becomes part of their family history—that it will be shown to children, grandchildren, passed down through generations—that’s the deepest honor I can imagine.

The People I Meet

Weddings are full of the best kind of people: families welcoming me like one of their own, friends who become fast confidants, vendors who feel like teammates. I’ve made lifelong friendships through this work. And the couples—they’re some of the kindest, most open-hearted people. Sharing their day means sharing laughter, hugs, sometimes happy tears together. It fills my soul in a way few things do.

The Quiet, Sacred Moments

While everyone sees the big celebrations—the first dance, the cake cutting—I especially cherish the in-between. The bride taking a deep breath alone before walking down the aisle. The groom wiping away a tear when he thinks no one’s looking. The couple stealing five minutes together at sunset. These are the moments that carry the deepest emotion, and capturing them feels sacred.

Edmonton Makes It Even More Special

Our city and its surroundings are endlessly inspiring. The dramatic seasons—golden fall colors, fresh spring blooms, soft summer light that lasts forever, and magical winter snow—give every wedding its own atmosphere. The River Valley trails, the Legislature grounds, hidden urban spots, cozy indoor venues when the weather turns… Edmonton always offers beauty, no matter the day.

From My Heart

At the end of every wedding, when I’m driving home exhausted but buzzing with joy, I always feel the same thing: gratitude. Gratitude for being invited in, for being trusted with something so precious, for getting to do work that doesn’t feel like work at all.

Being a wedding photographer means I spend my days surrounded by love, hope, and celebration. It reminds me, every single time, of what matters most in life.

If you’re planning your wedding and looking for someone who will pour their whole heart into telling your story—who will cry happy tears with you and capture the moments that take your breath away—I’d be so honored to talk. Let’s sit down over coffee and dream about your day together.