As I finalize the last blog for the last session in 2023, I can’t help but feel an overwhelming amount of gratitude for all the sweet amazing souls I got to photograph this year, Zyna & Mashud included.
I met them back in January of this year when I documenter their engagement ceremony at Zyna’s home, which makes them my very first and very last clients of 2023, which somehow feels so special.
M + Z had a beautiful traditional ceremony at Bearspaw Golf Club and it was definitely one for the books. Stunning, yet simple decor, a gorgeous venue, and lots of family and friends present to celebrate the couple’s union. These two are truly such sweethearts and I wish them all the happiness.
Here are some of my favourite shots of their day.
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