A week ago, Pamela and Stephen got married at the Empress Hotel in Victoria. They brought along Pamela’s sister and Stephen’s best friend to share in their special day. My second shooter Jon Faulknor and I also got to tag along. We didn’t get a chance to meet before the wedding because they live on the mainland, but luckily we got along great and had a lot of fun. The Empress does an amazing job with their wedding/elopment packages, with gorgeous flowers and a super sweet cake, not to mention the stunning setting.
I meant to put these up earlier, but it took longer than anticipated because there were so many photos that I really liked from this wedding. I hope these photos help their friends and family feel a bit like they were there, and that Pamela and Stephen are on a computer somewhere on their honeymoon loving these shots as much as I do.
While I photographed the girls getting ready, Jon sneakily managed to get some shots (next three) of the guys just hanging out, like the rockstars they are.
Jon recorded the beauty of the room with his ultra wide angle lens, below.
I’m sad to say that Jon took the shot on the below left in front of the Empress. Sad because I think it’s awesome and wish I’d shot it.
Thanks to Jon for second shooting for me, and thanks so much to Pamela and Stephen for sharing part of their special day with us. It was wonderful meeting you.
Kim Spears: Lara these are awesome !!!
Lara Eichhorn: Thanks, Kim!
Dean Simmons: very nice
Amber Hughes: What a beautiful intimate wedding - great shots! :)
Natalie Gibbs: These are great shots. You really captured the beauty of the location, too. Love her dress... cute couple.
Paul Von Rieter: I love the empress! I haven't been back in YEARS but it was really cool to see what a wedding looks like there. Awesome post. Awesome work.
Heather Parker: Excellent work
Tobiah Tayo Manchester wedding photographer: Gorgeous use of light and great clean processing style. They will be very happy with these!
Nick: awesome stuff. great style and perfect detail shots!
Monika Szczepaniak: I like the photograph of the cake. THe couple looks so happy.
Vida Carson: Awesome shots! I especially love the detail shots :D
shipra: she's such a beautiful bride! Great location too. I agree with Tobiah, I really like your use of light.
Jen Smith: Gorgeous! The Empress and The Bride are both lovely! Wonderful colors and textures. I'm sure the couple will love the images -- but I'm certain there will be friends and family bumming they couldn't join the fun ;-)
Thomas Lester: Love this. Great shoe shot. Great bridal party. I wonder who caught the bouquet? Ha!
Steve Koo: Nice work, Lara! I absolutely adore her glasses.
gabe aceves: lara- these look great. you have a fun style- keep it up!
Christine: What a lovely wedding! So many beautiful photos, but if I had to pick a favorite it would be the one of her sitting and signing the marriage certificate while he stands beside her - that lighting is so wonderful, and the composition just makes the shot. Gorgeous!
Nikki Welch: You have some really great shots here. I love the location and the bride's dress! Beautiful. The portraits of her in front of the window are really nice.
Jessica: As soon as I saw that stariwell I knew where it was, I did a family session there once! Love the pics, especially the richness of them!
Jon Faulknor: Hey Lara, It was fun shooting this with you. The shot's turned out great.
Lara Eichhorn: Thanks so much for the comments, everyone! And thanks for helping out, Jon.
Mark Parker: Love your detail shots!!
Joey Chandler: Loved seeing how small that wedding was. Must have been fun. Not sure why, but I really like the shot of the groom signing the marriage certificate. Just says something about the moment. Nice job
Hannalee Photography: Not often that you see a bride confident enough to wear glasses - gorgeous. Love your work Lara.
Cheshire wedding photographer: great photos, the venue looks stunning!