Increasingly, couples are looking to find a way to capture the intense emotion of their wedding day using photography as a vehicle. There are so many beautiful moments that happen “behind the scenes” on a wedding day that are missed because the bride and groom are trying their best to make every picture perfect by striking just the right pose. However, the best photos are often taken by a photographer who knows how to stand back and wait for the truly meaningful moments to materialise so she can capture them in the quietest and most unobtrusive way possible.

Not only does this approach allow the day to develop organically, it also tells the story about how the event unfolded. As a time capsule of a special moment, a photograph of this nature is rare and priceless.

Couples looking for a way to individualise their wedding photograps have never been more fortunate! Now that LaNovia Bridal offers photography packages that perfectly translate a couple’s individual style through the use of artistic and creative photography, the options for telling the story of your special day are not only endless, but sublime.

Lorilee Keller, LaNovia Bridal’s owner and photographer, has made it her mission to provide couples with photographs that don’t just capture the guests, cake, first dance and the like; she wants to give couples photographs that accurately translate the feeling of the day and the individuality of the couple with style and edge. To accomplish this, she makes sure to get a clear understanding of how the couple envision their day, the dynamic between them and their aesthetic preferences.

Lorilee has managed to elevate wedding photography from the traditional pose and smile style we’re all used to seeing to something intimate and captivating:

By blending the principles of fine art and documentary style photography, Lorilee caters to unconventional couples who want their wedding photographs to be something they’ll never tire of looking at. Fortunately, Vancouver is a perfect place for this because it offers the perfect mix of lush nature and urban chic. Perhaps the most enticing aspect of this type of photography is that it can be reminiscent of high-fashion or editorial magazine spreads that can can range from abstract to minimalist.

Add elements of creativity and spontaneity and you get photographs that combine art, emotion and personality to achieve an exquisite result that any couple will be proud to show off for years to come. No set of photographs is the same; expect your package to be as unique as you are.

Most importantly, Lorilee’s clients know that they are going to be able to relax and have fun while having their photos done:

“Throughout the chaos of the preparations, the pictures, and the wedding ceremony, Lorilee was so calm and reassuring.  Not only did she do an amazing job of the pictures and of executing out our request for “something different” but she also has a knack for capturing  the very special moments during the ceremony. She truly was an angel sent to us and was a huge part of making our day an extra special one. I couldn’t be happier with the outcome.”

-Wayne and Deanna, newlyweds

If you are a couple who want something different and special that truly speaks to who you are together and tells the story of the most important day of your life, contact Lorilee  Keller at La Novia Bridal.

All of the above photos were shot by Lorilee; for more examples check out the photo gallery.

Do you have any questions about wedding photography or experiences that you’d like to share? If so, please comment below.

Jacqueline Kennedy

Widely known as Jackie O, she of the oversized sunglasses, Jacqueline Bouvier was first the wife of the dashing young JFK. She would later become one of the most influential women in fashion, her style was copied by most everyone throughout the 1960’s and 1970’s and she is still, to this day, held up as someone to be emulated. One could argue that it all began with this beautiful gown, silk organza with a full skirt, pinwheel detail, delicate ruffles and a portrait collar. On her head, the new Mrs. Kennedy wore a lace cap with an attached cathedral length veil of the most intricate lace, which added a touch of opulent drama and provided a pretty backdrop for her bare shoulders. Today, a combination like this would scream retro-WASP, but who says that’s a bad thing? Want to appear as a silver spoon kind of girl on your wedding day? This is your answer to your prayers.

*fun fact: This dress was chosen by Jackie’s mom-Jackie herself hated it!

Ivanka Trump

Ivanka conversion to Judaism before marrying in a lavish ceremony last year necessitated a very modest wedding gown. The problem with modest is that, if you aren’t careful, it can come off matronly. Ivanka managed to avoid that pitfall by adding delicate lace netting applique overlay to create a loose boatneck neckline and three-quarter length sleeves. During the ceremony she wore a floor-length veil, which she later removed to reveal her semi-coiffed hairstyle- left down, but not what one would call “flowing”.It seems the flowing was reserved for the breathtaking scalloped lace train of her dress. Knuckle-sized diamond earrings (from her own jewelry line) add to the polish. This look is what you would call “done”. Her make-up is understated: ivory and bronze shadow and soft pink lips work very hard not to compete with the dress. This is key- with a wedding gown like this, make-up can be a big game changer: a slicked back bun with a middle part, red lips and a mantilla can turn this style of wedding gown into a much spicier affair. But we’ll leave that up to you.

Mia Farrow

Strange couple, strange woman, nice wedding day outfit choice. When Mia Farrow married Frank Sinatra in 1966, she decided to forego the traditional wedding gown in favour of a piece of clothing that was truly representative of the time: the minidress. Surprisingly enough, in this day and age, a minidress is still considered a novel and somewhat shocking choice of bridal attire. Done correctly, as Mia does it, with a boxy jacket featuring large statement buttons, it is a cute and flirty alternative to a long, complicated dress. Plus, there are so many ways to accessorize: large pearls will keep it simple and understated while colourful gemstone jewelry will really ramp up the energy. Either way, this is a look that can easily be tweaked to result in a bold personality statement. A perfect project for the adventurous bride!

If you aren’t sure what your personal bridal style is, the team at La Novia Bridal can help you figure it out. Contact us for help with everything from gowns to hair, make-up and photography.