Southern Charm Meet Calgary’s Hospitality

Here is something I have seen in only my dreams for quite sometime and it was only after I finished shooting it did I really realize, its a total reflection of my Calgary hubby and Southern self.
You see, I am a southern lady from Louisiana who met, and fell in love with this amazing Calgary / Alberta gent. I say things like, 'y'all' and, 'hello there darling' and he just blushes and holds me tightly. So, this shoot is truly a reflection of the kind of wedding that feels a lot like home but while here in Calgary.
I found the perfect real couple who loved all things southern, some local vendors who eagerly wanted to help out and one amazing location to showcase just how warm, no matter the snow, Calgary is to its devoted residents.
What really set this shoot a part from so many other southern inspired shoots was how, I made absolutely sure their was a fusion of both southern and canadian. Here are some examples, the canadian sweet is the butter tart and the southern sweet is the

Romantic wedding portrait of a bride and groom close together Newlyweds gazing lovingly at each other on their wedding day Newlywed couple embracing in a joyful moment with a Mrs sign Man in stylish blue suit with flower boutonniere at a wedding Handsome groom in a blue suit smiling near a window Groom in blue suit looks out the window on wedding day Dessert table with cake, cupcakes, and pink beverages for a party Elegant table setting with flowers, ready for a romantic meal Elegant chandeliers illuminate an empty church interior with crosses A charming church with red doors in a snowy winter landscape Pecan pies in a glass bowl on a wooden rustic table Elegant tiered wedding cake decorated with red roses and lace Three-tiered yellow cake with red roses decoration for a wedding Champagne bottle with glasses for a celebration or event Delicious strawberry shortcake on a decorative glass stand with topper Bottles of refreshing Fentimans Rose Lemonade, a delightful summer drink Delicious mini pecan pies on a white tray with a sign Pecan tarts in a glass bowl on a wooden Love background Vanilla doughnuts with pink frosting on a decorative tray Man in a blue blazer with bow tie and flower on his suit Stylish groom in blue suit and bow tie posing for a photo Beautifully set table with fresh strawberries and floral centerpiece Happy couple on their wedding day, the bride holding a bouquet Happy couple kissing on their wedding day in front of red doors Beautiful bride in a lace wedding dress, looking elegant and graceful Bride in a stunning white lace dress looking down, soft focus and elegant Beautiful wedding bouquet with colorful flowers and ribbons Beautiful bride in lace dress holding flowers with groom behind Woman in pink heels on wooden stairs Groom smiles as bride watches on a church steps, wedding day Bride in lace dress holding colorful wedding bouquet Breakfast spread with biscuits, honey and maple syrup Vintage teatable setting with drinks strawberries and cookies Fresh biscuits honey and flowers on a rustic table Biscuits and fresh strawberries in a decorative glass bowl Elegant table setting with floral plate design and yellow napkin Beautifully decorated table setting with flowers strawberries Three-tiered wedding cake with Darlin banner and red roses decoration Rustic dessert table with cake pastries and treats Wedding decor with heart tags, floral background and a romantic touch Elegant table setting with flowers and a menu card that says Lets Eat Happy bride and groom laughing on their wedding day Elegant wedding table setting with floral centerpiece and couple Wedding invitation with a bottle of maple syrup on the window sill Wedding invitation suite with mountain landscape and details Bride in a white dress and a beautiful necklace closeup view Beautiful bride in a short wedding dress holding a bouquet Wooden door with a cloud shaped sign saying Bless His Heart He asked and she said YEEHAW sign, great for a wedding decoration Wedding couple sharing a sweet treat with affection and smiles