the journal

Welcome to our blog where we share everything from recent weddings and engagements, to our amazing adventures as a family of four. When we aren’t photographing weddings, our family is traveling the world, decorating our new home in Ottawa, Ontario or snuggled up watching movies with our basset hound, Georgia. We love working with joyous couples and absolutely cannot wait to tell your story!

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As a photographer, I’ve experienced hundreds of weddings. I’ve seen some of the most astounding celebrations the world has to offer and, unfortunately, some of the most panicked brides when something went wrong.  The truth is that there is always a chance something is forgotten or someone is late, but there are plenty of ways […]

My Top 10 Tips For Brides on their Wedding Day

February 2, 2020

Our family is headed to California in March and we couldn’t be more thrilled to explore and experience some of the many things this state has to offer. Why exactly are we going? The Hybrid Collective Conference – First and foremost, we are headed to the sunny California to continue learning! Continuing education in everything […]

The Mason Family Plans a Visit to California, USA

January 27, 2020

Laura and Calvin had a blush and white summer wedding at Stonefields Estate with a welcoming rustic aesthetic. The couple incorporated so many personal details to make their wedding day truly their own. Laura carefully planned various shades of soft pinks throughout her wedding including the sparkling Badley Mischka bridal shoes to the tones of […]

Laura and Calvin’s Blush Stonefield’s Estate Wedding

January 16, 2020

Teaching all brides how they can have the best getting ready photos on their wedding day

How To Capture Magazine-Worthy Getting Ready Photos

November 26, 2019

Let’s be real: if you want to draw out some strong opinions in brides and photographers alike, there’s no conversation like the one surrounding wedding day first looks. Some photographers believe they vastly improve a day of timeline, while others think they rush the early portion of the day. Some brides enjoy the idea of […]

Should You Plan a First Look?

November 25, 2019

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