Things have finally slowed down and i’m so happy to have the time to start looking back through my photos. I had the opportunity to photograph some really unique, special weddings this year, and this one was definitely no exception! Intimate weddings and destination weddings are two of my favorite things, so it’s even better when they’re both combined!
Hailly and Joey are Alberta natives now living in Saskatchewan and decided to fly out with their closest family and friends to get married just off the coast of BC. They rented out the entire Gowlland Harbour Resort on Quadra Island, surrounded by the most beautiful pacific northwest scenery. Even though I grew up just a few hours south in Victoria, I had never actually been to Quadra Island, and maybe never would, so i’m so thankful that Hailly invited me out there for her wedding! It’s the most peaceful place full of beaches, mountain hikes, forests and beautiful sunsets. Needless to say the beautiful scenery is also perfect for photos! Dave and I also flew out a few days early and had a wonderful time visiting Tofino for the first time in years before heading over to Quadra Island!
Hailly and Joey were highschool sweethearts and had already been together for years, raising two adorable sons, before their wedding day. There’s always something extra sentimental with a sense of added meaning at weddings with couples who already have a long history together. It was so sweet seeing their sons get to experience their parent’s wedding! They got married on a little cliff with a 180 degree view of ocean all around, then had a family style dinner outside on the deck surrounded by the forest, golden string lights and ocean views in the background. The entire day was easy-going, fun and full of cute bohemian details throughout. I was so impressed when I found out that the manager/wedding planner at the Resort made all of the details herself from the little rustic teepee altar to the macrame chair decorations! How perfect is the harvest table setup? Of course I have to mention what a gorgeous bride Hailly was. She had the biggest smile every throughout the day, and wore a beautiful flowy dress that I couldn’t believe she found on Etsy! I also loved all the personal little touches, like Hailly’s bouquet of flowers picked from a local farm and the fact that she had her grandfather officiate the ceremony!
Venue: Gowlland Harbour Resort | Flowers: Dirtco Flowers | Hair: Headquarters | Makeup: Indira Esthetics | Bride’s Dress: Vicky Mermaid Bridal on Etsy | Decor: Gowlland Harbour Resort