Thank you Chris! We both enjoyed looking through these immensely, and you did a wonderful job! We are so pleased with how they turned out!

Kerstin & Mamon

We were so happy with our wedding photography and videography!! Chris went above and beyond for our engagement photos and on our wedding day! He was extremely professional and responsive with any questions we had.

Kennedey & Chris

From start to finish the Happy Weddings team was friendly, professional, and responsive! They met with us many times in order to discuss the details of the day, answer any questions we had, and put to rest all our concerns. They were always just 1 call or email away! The photographer and videographer (Chris and Thomas) were excellent. They created a comfortable environment and dispelled any awkwardness that might come with being in front of the camera. Their shots were creative and captured the magic of the day.If you need a photographer or videographer for your wedding I would recommend Happy Weddings!

Matthew & Angel

Chris shot our engagement photos this weekend and it was a great experience! Neither my partner nor I are naturals in front of a camera, but we were instantly comfortable with Chris and the photos he took make us look so good. I highly recommend for any photography needs.

Jackie & Mitch

We highly recommend Chris! He is incredibly talented. We’ve trusted him to capture both our birthday photos and our wedding, and the results have always exceeded our expectations. We appreciate his quick turnaround and easy communication. Thanks so much Chris!

Rosa & Jake

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<p>Preserve the joy of your wedding day with my 8-hour photography package. This package offers in-depth coverage, capturing every moment from getting ready through the ceremony and into the reception. I’ll focus on the emotions and details that make your day uniquely yours, ensuring no precious moment is missed. You’ll receive a beautifully curated selection of high-resolution images that reflect your love story and the celebration of your union.</p><p><br></p><p> Let me help you create lasting memories of your unforgettable day!</p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>"We were so fortunate to have Chris as our photographer for both our engagement shoot and our wedding day this year. From the very beginning, we were impressed by his preparedness, punctuality, and efficiency. We provided Chris with a few ideas for the shots we wanted and a basic itinerary for the wedding day, and he seamlessly integrated our vision, staying on schedule and capturing every important moment.</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>Beyond his professionalism, Chris is also incredibly personable and easy to work with. He has a remarkable eye for capturing candid moments, which was such a gift to us. On such a busy and overwhelming day as our wedding, it was impossible to see everything that was happening. Chris’s photos allowed us to relive moments we missed and see our special day from a completely new perspective. Thank you, Chris, for connecting all those unseen moments for us! It was truly a delight.</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><em>We’ve already enthusiastically recommended Chris to our friends and family, confident that he will capture every amazing moment of their special occasions. It was a pleasure working with you, Chris, and we sincerely hope to have the opportunity to collaborate again in the future!" -Beejay G.</em></strong></p>

Wedding Photography (8 Hours)

<p>Capture the joy of your wedding day with my 8-hour videography package! It includes a cinematic highlight film that captures the most precious moments of your special day. You'll receive full coverage of your ceremony and reception, including speeches and special dances, ensuring every detail is documented. With a multi-camera setup, you'll get enhanced coverage and unique perspectives throughout your celebration. After professional editing and color grading, you'll receive a high-definition digital highlight film that you can treasure forever. Let this package help you tell your love story!</p><p><br></p><p>Contact me to learn more about additional services, including:</p><ul><li>Longer edits </li><li>Audio of vows</li><li>Reels </li><li>Drone footage</li></ul>

Wedding Videography (8 Hours)

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<p>We kicked things off at <strong data-end="600" data-start="575">Osler Playground Park</strong>, where the chilly air encouraged a bit of movement. A little walking, a little running, lots of laughing&mdash;exactly what we needed to warm up and ease into the shoot. Their energy was effortless, and even in the cold, they were glowing.</p>

<p>From there, we wandered toward their go-to dessert haven, <strong data-end="928" data-start="894">Bang Bang Ice Cream and Bakery</strong>, snapping candid shots along the way. Inside, they shared a cup of ice cream&mdash;yes, ice cream in winter&mdash;and watching them devour it together was as sweet as the treat itself. The cozy indoor warmth made it the perfect mid-shoot stop.</p>

<p>Next, we headed over to <strong data-end="1210" data-start="1186">Forget Me Not Coffee</strong> for something warm to hold onto. They enjoyed their drinks outside on the steps, wrapped up in each other&rsquo;s arms, creating one of the dreamiest moments of the day. The soft winter light and their quiet embrace made it feel like a scene from a romance film.</p>

<p>We ended our loop back where we began, this time greeted by the comforting smell of fresh pizza waiting for us at <strong data-end="1603" data-start="1583">Pizzeria Badiali</strong>. Sangeetha had the adorable idea to write their wedding date in the pizza box for their save the date invitation before digging in. And yes&mdash;thank you both for sharing. It was as delicious as the moment itself.</p>

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<p><span style="font-size: 19px;">A typical wedding schedule varies depending on the couple&rsquo;s preferences, traditions, and venue, but here&rsquo;s a general outline of events that might occur during a wedding day:</span></p>
<h3><span style="font-size: 19px;">1. <strong>Morning: Preparation</strong></span></h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>8:00 AM - 9:00 AM</strong>: Bride, groom, and wedding party begin getting ready (hair, makeup, wardrobe, etc.)</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>9:00 AM - 11:00 AM</strong>: Photographers may take "getting ready" photos (bride, groom, wedding party)</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>10:30 AM - 11:30 AM</strong>: Vendors arrive (florist, cake, etc.) and final details are arranged.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><span style="font-size: 19px;">2. <strong>First Look (Optional)</strong></span></h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>12:00 PM</strong>: If the couple chooses a "first look" (seeing each other privately before the ceremony), this would occur at this time.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>12:15 PM</strong>: Pre-ceremony photos of the couple.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><span style="font-size: 19px;">3. <strong>Pre-Ceremony Photos</strong></span></h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>12:30 PM - 1:00 PM</strong>: Photos with family, wedding party, and individual portraits.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>1:00 PM - 1:30 PM</strong>: Final preparations before the ceremony, guests begin arriving.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><span style="font-size: 19px;">4. <strong>Ceremony</strong></span></h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>2:00 PM - 2:30 PM</strong>: Guests take their seats.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>2:30 PM - 3:00 PM</strong>: The ceremony takes place (processional, vows, ring exchange, recessional).</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>3:00 PM - 3:15 PM</strong>: Newlyweds exit the ceremony, guests head to cocktail hour or reception.</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><span style="font-size: 19px;">5. <strong>Cocktail Hour</strong></span></h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>3:15 PM - 4:15 PM</strong>: Guests enjoy drinks and appetizers while the couple takes more photos (often family portraits, wedding party shots, etc.).</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><span style="font-size: 19px;">6. <strong>Reception</strong></span></h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>4:30 PM - 5:00 PM</strong>: Guests are seated for the reception. Introduction of the couple, first dance.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>5:00 PM - 5:30 PM</strong>: Dinner is served (buffet or plated).</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>5:30 PM - 6:00 PM</strong>: Toasts and speeches from family and wedding party.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>6:00 PM - 6:30 PM</strong>: Dancing and entertainment begin (often the couple&rsquo;s first dance followed by dancing with family, wedding party, and guests).</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><span style="font-size: 19px;">7. <strong>Cake Cutting &amp; Special Traditions</strong></span></h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>7:00 PM</strong>: Cake cutting, followed by dessert or a late-night snack.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>7:30 PM</strong>: Special dances (father-daughter, mother-son), bouquet toss, or garter toss (optional).</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><span style="font-size: 19px;">8. <strong>Party &amp; Dancing</strong></span></h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>8:00 PM - 10:00 PM</strong>: The party continues, with dancing, socializing, and more music.</span></li>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>10:00 PM - 10:30 PM</strong>: Last dance (couple may have a special final song).</span></li>
</ul>
<h3><span style="font-size: 19px;">9. <strong>Send-off</strong></span></h3>
<ul>
<li style="font-size: 19px;"><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>10:30 PM - 11:00 PM</strong>: Couple departs for the honeymoon or hotel, often with a grand send-off (sparklers, confetti, etc.).</span></li>
</ul>
<p><span style="font-size: 19px;">This schedule is adjustable depending on factors such as the venue, cultural traditions, or any specific preferences the couple has for their day.</span></p>

What does a typical wedding schedule look like?

<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">How long have you been photographing weddings?&nbsp;</span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Around a decade. I started this company recently because my old website had too many different types of event photography and the old name needed to change.&nbsp;</span></em></div>
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<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">How would you describe your photography style? </span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Natural, Real, Energetic, Timeless, Candid</span></em></div>
<div><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">What is your pricing and payment plan? </span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">We usually take 50% after signing a contract and the remaining due the day of the wedding.&nbsp;</span></em></div>
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<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">Are there travel fees or other costs?&nbsp;</span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Depending on the package selected, I can waive it if it's outside the GTA. Within the Greater Toronto area there is no fee. I also shoot destination weddings. Contact me with your wedding details and I can give you a quote.</span></em></div>
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<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">How long will it take to receive the photos? </span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">4-8 weeks. I send a sneak peek the next day.&nbsp;</span></em></div>
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<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">How many photos do you typically take/deliver?&nbsp;</span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Minimum per hour is around 50 photos.</span></em></div>
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<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">Do you provide an album or only digital images?&nbsp;</span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Digital images but I can look build a package to include an album. I also can print high quality images if you are interested.</span></em></div>
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<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">How do you handle post wedding edits? Do you apply a natural look, heavy retouching or artistic effects?&nbsp;</span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Depends on the client. The sneak peek photos I usually try a couple different ways of editing different photos and I ask which style do you like. I usually smooth skin lightly, crop,&nbsp;adjust lighting and colors to look similar to what you see on this website. I can edit to look different if you show me an example of what you want.</span></em></div>
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<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">Do you capture more natural moments or prefer posed photos?&nbsp;</span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Natural. I used to show how to pose and it looked somewhat awkward or robotic. I still do some poses here and there but it's usually the clients that have a pose they've practiced.&nbsp;</span></em></div>
<div>&nbsp;</div>
<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">I do not see a package for me. Can you create a custom package?</span></strong></div>
<div>&nbsp;</div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Yes, I've shot 1 hour coverage for the ceremony only and 14 hours full days. Contact me below with your unique wedding details and I'll build a package for you!</span></em></div>
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<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">Do you have experience shooting in various lighting situations?</span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Yes, some situations require flash, some can be done without. Every wedding I have photographed has used flash at some point. I also use off camera flash for a more cinematic look.</span></em></div>
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<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">Do you have insurance?</span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Yes, I have business liability insurance for $2,000,000.</span></em></div>
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<div><strong><span style="font-size: 19px;">Do you bring backup equipment in case of malfunction?</span></strong></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Yes, I have two camera bodies and multiple lenses. For video, I have extra gimbals, tripods, lights and microphones if needed.</span></em></div>
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<div><span style="font-size: 19px;"><strong>We&rsquo;d love to hear more about your services and whether we&rsquo;d be a good match.&nbsp;</strong></span></div>
<div><em><span style="font-size: 19px;">Happy to jump on a zoom/google meeting call or phone call if you would like to chat. Ask about any specials we are running as well!</span></em></div>

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"With a decade of diverse photography experience spanning weddings, events, sports, and product photography, I've cultivated a deep understanding of visual storytelling and a keen eye for capturing the essence of every moment. My journey in photography has been defined by a relentless pursuit of excellence, a genuine enjoyment of working with couples, and a commitment to delivering unparalleled experiences for my clients.

Specializing primarily in weddings, I've had the privilege of documenting the love stories of countless couples, capturing the joy, emotion, and beauty of their special day. There's something truly magical about witnessing the union of two souls and immortalizing those cherished moments through my lens. I take immense pride in my ability to forge genuine connections with my clients, ensuring that their personalities and unique love story shine through in every photograph.

In addition to weddings, I've thrived in the fast-paced environments of events and sports photography, where I've honed my skills in capturing fleeting moments and adrenaline-filled action. Whether it's a corporate conference, a sporting event, or a community celebration, I approach each assignment with enthusiasm and a commitment to delivering captivating imagery that tells a compelling story.

My expertise also extends to product photography, where I've collaborated with businesses of all sizes to showcase their products in the best possible light. From sleek and professional product shots to dynamic lifestyle imagery, I excel in creating visuals that captivate audiences and drive engagement.

At the core of my approach to photography is a dedication to continuous improvement and growth. I follow the Kaizen philosophy, embracing the mindset of constant refinement and incremental progress in my pursuit to be better every day. This philosophy fuels my eagerness to learn, experiment, and push the boundaries of my creativity, ensuring that I always deliver the highest quality work for my clients.

As I reflect on the past decade of my photography journey, I am filled with gratitude for the opportunities I've had to connect with people, capture meaningful moments, and create lasting memories. Looking ahead, I am excited to continue pushing myself, refining my craft, and exceeding the expectations of my clients with each new project."

Kaye + Simmon - North York Civvic Centre

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