James & Ian Get Hitched

When James and Ian first met more than ten years ago, getting married wasn’t an option for them.  That’s okay because they were happily coupled, with two cats and a yard and weren’t going to get married anyways.
And then Ian proposed to James one night over dessert, when James was least expecting it.  And of course James said yes.

I’m lucky enough to work with James in our daily lives at OCAD University and being able to join him and Ian to share in this day was really a great honour.

The sky was spotted with clouds threatening to literally rain on our parade, but we managed to run between the raindrops and capture some wonderful moments of this fantastic day.

James and Ian got married in a beautifully intimate garden ceremony in their backyard where they had already built so many memories  together.  The space was gorgeously laid out with white crisp linens, fresh flowers, and light jazz in the background.  Guests arrived and were treated to a the couple’s home, transformed into a suave summer celebration.

Joining their lives surrounded by their closest friends and family, one could feel the joy, the excitement and warmth of the shared union.

Seeing them together, anyone can tell that James and Ian have a relationship that is built on love, laughter and a genuine connection.  These two are fun, funny, compassionate and know how to throw a great party!

It’s awesome to me to think that love like this exists after ten years of partnership.And for the record, these two were able  to totally pull of the effortless and totally casual, “I just walked out of a magazine” look. Hello suave fellow! You have one lucky groom!

The handsomeness here is outrageous. I’m also completely okay with the fact that isn’t a word.

I mean look at these guys. Are they a gorgeous couple, or what?The reception that followed their ceremony in the garden was truly and perfectly relaxed and filled with all of my favourite things: great food (delicious cheese!), cupcakes, lots of laughter and love, love, love.

Once night fell, the yard was spotted with votive candles, and retro-styled lights dotted along the perimeter of the party.  Groups of gusts fell into cozy conversation below a deep blue summer night.James and Ian, thank you so much for allowing me to share in such a wonderful, fun and genuinely loving day. You two are awesome!