Elizabeth In Love | Toronto Wedding Photographer

Beth & Ty in Love

2012-11-28T21:41:44Z

We spent a lot of time making sure that this was the right decision. After hours spent shooting, working, editing, emailing, and meeting with clients separately, we decided it made more sense for us to be together. To work together. To become one vision, one company, one team of photographers. I almost want to break out into song with "When Two Become One" by the Spice Girls, but for your sake I'll refrain :)

Ty and I are ready to take on a big venture together. To begin Beth and Ty In Love. It just makes sense. Together, as a team, we make sense.

What does this mean for current or past 'Elizabeth In Love' brides? Anyone who has currently booked with me, or us, will be getting an email explaining all of the changes that we have in store for you. They are great changes, ones which we know you'll be excited about. We cannot wait to roll them out!

Take a peak over at Ty's blog here to see his perspective on the new brand. I will continue to post some new weddings and content on this blog while we wait to launch the new website, so don't leave me just yet :)

For those of you who know me, you know of my love for beautiful feminine portraits and all things girly. I want to express myself in this area as it's something I've neglected on my blog since weddings became my everyday life. Even though 'Elizabeth In Love' will redirect to 'Beth and Ty in Love' very shortly, that doesn't mean that my previous brand will be no more. I will be creating a new version of 'Elizabeth In Love'. A version which will focus on my fashion, boudoir, and personal work. My heart is all aflutter just thinking about it :) I have so much I want to shoot and share!

With that said, I am thrilled to link you to our new website, www.bethandty.com, and I hope that you'll follow along with us on this amazing new adventure and love it as much as we do.

Thank you always for your continued support. I feel like I am living in a dream and I am grateful every single day to be doing what I love, with the person I love.

Thanks to my friend Kara Lodder for this amazing photo of us!

Featured: Wedluxe Magazine Blog - Nadia and Mariusz

2012-11-15T03:56:23Z

Today one of my favourite weddings was featured on the Wedluxe blog! Nadia and Mariusz's wedding has got to be one of the most gorgeous weddings I've shot, and I have been eagerly awaiting it's debut. Please take a peek at their beautiful wedding and expect to see many more images from it shortly :) I can't wait to share!

Breanne's Travel Themed Bridal Shower, Hamilton

2012-11-02T23:33:49Z

It's been quite some time since I've been able to blog regularly but I want to assure you that's going to change very shortly! To be honest, it's been the busiest summer of shooting that I've had yet, and I have so many posts that I am dying to share. I wish I had more time in the day! There has also been lots happening behind the scenes as in December I have a huge announcement to make! It's kind of crazy and ridiculous and a super big step for me! I'll let you in on the secret soon, promise :)

In the meantime I wanted to blog a beautiful bridal shower that I shot this passed summer. Since I am off to the Dominican next week for my last wedding of the year, I thought this post was only fitting. I wanted to celebrate the end of the shooting season with Breanne's travel themed bridal shower. I thought this shower was adorable and I loved that Breanne made sure every last detail was perfect. I'm not surprised - the girl has amazing taste! I kept finding new things to photograph throughout the room the entire night. Breanne loves to travel and wanted to pick a theme that truly represented who she is. Oh and the crepes to end the evening? Quite possibly the best shower idea ever! I could certainly go for one of those right now...

Enjoy some of the photos from Breanne's special day :)travel tickets for each guest at the table :)the girls put together an adorable video for Breanne...the crepe station!

Megan + Colin - Southbrook Vineyards, Niagara-On-The-Lake Wedding

2012-10-06T02:08:59Z

She spent the morning getting ready with her best girlfriends. Her mom, certainly labelled under that same category. Megan helped her mom slip into her beautiful gown before getting herself ready. Because for Megan, it was a day for her mom just as much as it was a day for her. A day to celebrate together. Megan, an only child growing up, was preparing to marry her soul mate and having her mom by her side made it that much sweeter. She got ready in their family Bed and Breakfast and as her last white button was fastened, emotions ran wild.

Colin waited at the end of the aisle in a gazebo by the lake. With it's peaceful waters just behind them and a bag pipe to walk them in, his eyes met with hers. As they filled with tears, Megan walked closer towards him, her eyes revealing the same. The ceremony was intimate and emotional and completely perfect for them. I don't think a single guest had a dry eye.

We took photos on Megan's families property and the reception was held in a beautiful white tent with suble peach and white details (swoon!) at Southbrook Vineyards. Megan and Colin, thank you for having me as your photographer and friend on your most special day... I too, cried a little. Okay, maybe a lot :)

Enjoy some of my favourite photos from the day!

These girls were pretty special! Loved this moment my second shooter Jenn caught with Colin and his parents...so sweet!Onto the gorgeous details...After Megan's speech she wanted to honour her mother by giving her her bouquet. Loved this!xo

Tanya + Noah - Kensington Market, Toronto Engagement

2012-09-21T21:17:10Z

They met at a hip hop club. She was there photographing an event and he was there battling. Tanya approached Noah (or as most know him, Soul Khan) after the show to let him know that she was a big fan of his music. It was her love for music in general that first peeked Noah's interest. And maybe the fact that she is stunning played a small part :) The event continued and at the end of it, Tanya felt brave and insisted Mr Soul Khan himself, come out for drinks with her and her friends. Noah was from out of town so of course Tanya needed to make sure he felt included ;) They found themselves paying no attention to the friends they went out with, and instead, locked on one another. Tanya felt like she had just made an amazing friend, Noah, on the other hand, was already falling for her.

The next few months were spent exchanging tweets and texts but due to their distance, they unfortunately couldn't get together whenever they wanted. Noah came back to Toronto for another hip hop event and spent the entire weekend with Tanya. She told him that she didn't want a relationship and mentioned she liked him, but again, only as friends. It wasn't until he left for home, and after all of their late night chats together, that she too was smitten. They became inseparable and have visited one another at least once a month to make it work. Thirteen hour bus rides, last minute plane rides, and many, many Skype dates. They did anything it took to be together. And it's worked. Tanya and Noah are engaged to be married and I've never met a girl so excited!

Their relationship is just "right" and you can feel that when you're with them. I went to school with Tanya and I am so happy she's found the man of her dreams. I am honoured and can't wait to document their wedding next year - it's going to be one heck of a party!

Enjoy some of my favourite photos from our session :)

Ashley + Dallas - Art Gallery of Hamilton Wedding

2012-09-13T23:50:54Z

She spent the morning taking it all in and relaxing with her best girlfriends and family. The house was calm, the champagne was flowing, and the girls were giddy. It was Ashley's wedding day. The day she had been waiting for, dreaming about, pinning for (of course I follow her boards), and now it was finally here. It was the day she would marry Dallas. Her love. Her best friend. Rain or shine (and lucky for them it was mostly shine) - it didn't matter. She was happy. Ashley glowed. Scratch that. Ashley beamed.

After all of the hard work, the planning (special thanks to my favourite, Rhiannon of Hey Gorgeous for her hard work), and the designs (Ashley is SO talented and designed all of her paper products herself) - it was all worth it. Ashley and Dallas' wedding was stunning. I mean, ridiculously pretty! As I walked into the venue I had to pinch myself. Due to the fact it was calling for rain, they decided to have their ceremony inside, and truthfully, I think it was meant to be. Massive black and white balloons lined the Art Gallery of Hamilton's ceiling. The white, soft pink, and grey decor with pops of black, made a bold and beautiful statement. Rhi and Ashley were a dream team and the day came together better than I could have imagined. Not only was the decor beautiful but so was the wedding and the people who said "I do." Dallas and Ashley spoke about one another during the reception and left the room in tears. Happy tears.

I am so honoured to have been a part of such a magical day and can't wait to share with you some of the photos...

So here goes.....

Thanks to Sticks and Stems for Ashley's gorgeous florals throughout the wedding day! Ashley's flawless makeup was done by Cait Mizzi.Thanks to my second shooter Richelle for photographing the boys in the morning! Their first look was ADORABLE. I love that we were able to capture these reactions and give them a few moments to themselves before the wedding ceremony commenced. Perfect.Jocelyn from Sugarbelle Cakes made this amazing cake!

Courtney + Eric - Knollwood Golf and Country Club, Ancaster Wedding

2012-09-08T00:32:47Z

It was elementary school when they met. Courtney had a secret crush on Eric, but at the time, couldn't tell him how she felt. Ya know, being in elementary school and all. So she kept the secret to herself. Her sister Kara told me stories of how Courtney would write about Eric in her diary. If only someone could have told that adorable girl with strawberry blonde hair that the boy she spent her time writing about would later become her husband. I bet she would have thought that sounded too good to be true. But at 18, Eric and Courtney began dating and 6 years later, they vowed to spend their lives together as husband and wife. I'm a little jealous that the boys I wrote about in my diary (Justin Timberlake I still love you!) didn't feel the same. My story didn't quite come together quite as nicely as Courtney's did ;)

Their wedding took place on the beautiful grounds of Knollwood Golf and Country Clu b and they were given the most gorgeous and warm, summer day. Having known Courtney for a few years through her sister, Kara, I was eager and excited to photograph her big day. I absolutely love their family and with Courtney being the last of the Lodder girls to be married, I knew it would be quite the celebration. Courtney and Eric, I am honoured that Ty and I were a part of your day and wish you both all the love in the world!

Enjoy some of my favourites from their day...

Courtney's excitement was adorable! Love her :) just gorgeous.....I absolutely love first looks. It's a chance for the bride and groom to share a special moment before the ceremony and spend time with their guests after instead of leaving them for photos. Perfect! Ty took this rad shot of the boys - love working with him!! I love how Eric kept peeking over at Courtney during the ceremony....I'll end with my favourite shot :)

Eliana + Mark - Gairloch Gardens, Oakville Engagement

2012-08-09T19:57:16Z

They met at a Latin night club where Eliana had planned on spending the evening celebrating her birthday with friends. Mark had been at home recovering from a fever when one of his buddies called him to tell him about a girl that he absolutely had to meet. This friend just knew they'd be perfect for one another. After some serious hesitation due to not feeling the greatest, Mark decided he would go and see what all the fuss was about this girl. When he got there, he instantly understood. Mark must have loved her dance moves and massive smile that lit up the entire room, because shortly after that, their first date was scheduled. It just so happens it was on Valentine's day :)

It wasn't too long after that, that Mark knew he had to marry Eliana. His proposal was pretty genius if you ask me. He planned it on his own birthday so that Eliana would not see it coming at all. Being completely oblivious to the planned proposal, that morning, Eliana surprised Mark with breakfast, an afternoon at the spa, lunch, and a fancy dinner at a downtown restaurant. Little did she know, he was putting together a surprise of his own. After dinner, Mark requested that they go ice skating at an outdoor park in Oakville. Eliana wasn't sure she wanted to go skating as truthfully, she isn't a fan of the winter at all. But it was his birthday after all - how could she say no? (Great plan, Mark!) Thankfully for Eliana, there was no rink. But there was a ring. Mark had set up a whole bunch of lights that were illuminating the path. That path lead to a round table with a ring box sitting on top of it. After Mark got down on one knee, and Eliana said yes, he took her to the edge of a nearby lake held her as fireworks went off. I mean, seriously, Mark?! Are you real? I can't believe how romantic that is! Their night ended with a celebration Mark had set up with both of their families.

Eliana and Mark will be married this weekend at Arcadian Court in Toronto and we cannot wait to be a part of the celebration. Love these two!

Eva + Spencer - The Gladstone Hotel, Toronto Wedding

2012-08-03T04:40:39Z

They met in school while working towards their dream of becoming cinematographers. Both sharing the same passion for film, they had a instant bond. They worked on a few projects together and shared a few classes, and the more time they were around one another, the stronger they felt. But it wasn't until Eva went away to Italy that Spencer realized she was always on his mind and that he had to have her for his own. After she got back, they spent all of their time together - creating, inspiring and pushing one another. They couldn't be more perfect.

Their wedding at the Gladstone Hotel was 100% them. The celebration was more about coming together as one, and less about the "production" of a wedding. They wanted it to be simple and beautiful, yet intimate. Eva wore a dress she loved - short and different than anything she had seen worn before. She wore designer shoes she found at a thrift store that were exactly what she wanted. And seriously, this girl needs to teach me how to thrift! Both Eva and Spencer only wanted their closest family and friends to be there with them to celebrate. They skipped on a wedding party because they couldn't decide between all of their amazing friends. They opted to do a first look and spent that time together, chatting, laughing and being themselves. It was intimate and emotional. Exactly the feel they wanted for their wedding day.

I am so honoured to have been their wedding photographer and to witness such a meaningful and special day in both Eva and Spencer's life. Their families treated us like family and the whole day was so easy going and relaxed. What more could we ask for. Thank you Eva and Spencer for being true to who you are and allowing me to capture that. I loved every minute of it. xo

Morgan + Adam - Whitehern House Engagement

2012-08-01T18:58:28Z

She was getting ready to go out for a birthday party. Truthfully, Morgan wasn't really feeling up for celebrating that evening, but decided to slap on her smiley face, curl her hair (the best hair ever, I must add), and get ready for a night out. In the limo ride over to the club, Morgan's eyes met with a tall and handsome boy on the other side. He was looking at her. She was looking at him. But of course, trying not to make it too obvious. Well, maybe just a little obvious :) This continued into the next day where they found themselves once again out for that same friend's birthday weekend celebration. Day one was all about the sweet glances, but on day two, Adam had to have her. He asked Morgan out on a date and they went on not one, but two dates that weekend. Since then, they've been inseparable.

On their third anniversary, they spent the week in Vegas but to Morgan's surprise, Adam had more up his sleeve that week than their typical shopping and laying pool side routine. As Morgan was getting ready for their date night in Vegas, there was a knock at the door. On the other side was a bellboy holding champagne and chocolate covered strawberries - Morgan's favourite. As she looked back at Adam, he held out a gift for her. It was a book entitled "Best Friends". As she flipped through the pages of the book, which was about two penguins who were best friends, she began to cry. The book was about how confident best friends felt around one another, about how they always had each other no matter what, and how sometimes they would say stupid things but that a best friend would always be there for them no matter what. The book was addressed to "My Best Friend." Morgan had found the same book a few months ago while they were shopping and thought it was the cutest story ever. Only this time, the best friends were labelled with the initials M and A. The magic continued as Adam had planned for their families to meet them in Vegas for dinner at a spot Morgan had been dying to go to. As they took it all in, everyone was there to celebrate with them.

Morgan and Adam's wedding is taking place this weekend in Ancaster and I couldn't be more thrilled to be their photographer. With a couple so cute you want to pinch them, so in love you want to hug them, and so darn stylist you want to be them, I can promise you that their wedding will be unforgettable.

For now, enjoy some of their engagement photos we took at Whitehern House and Dundurn Castle here in Hamilton a little while ago :)

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