Embarking on the journey of a lifetime deserves the perfect storyteller, and in the vast landscapes of Canada, we’ve chosen the top wedding photographers. These are more than just professionals; they’re artists eagerly awaiting the chance to tell your unique story. Let the visual journey begin as we showcase their incredible portfolios, each frame a testament to their skill and dedication. Your perfect photographer might just be a scroll away!
Brian Batista Bettencourt, better known as 3B Photography from Toronto, has mastered the art of documenting intimate weddings and elopements globally. Working alongside his partner, Ryanne Hollies, Brian brings creativity to wedding days and large commercial projects.
Before venturing into the world of weddings five years ago, Brian’s background included photojournalism and editorial photographer roles. He contributed to renowned platforms like the Globe and Mail, the Toronto Star, and served as a lead photographer for Country Music Television. These diverse experiences in dynamic creative environments equipped him with the storytelling prowess that defines his wedding photography.
Brian’s work exudes fresh air, resembling frames from films. Each shot, with its distinct color palette, mood, composition, and diverse locations, weaves a captivating, candid, and unique atmosphere. His goal extends beyond capturing impermanent moments; he aims to showcase everyday beauty through honest and poignant portraiture. Brian believes in creating a fluid and seamless relationship, making you comfortable to reveal your true selves. This delicate balance of vulnerability and confidence results in images that are both honest and profoundly memorable.
Hailing from the enchanting land of Belarus, Liza Litvinovich embarked on a global journey, capturing moments and adventures along the way. After earning a BA in Economics, she heeded her heart’s desire and landed in Toronto to pursue her true passion for photography. Since then, she’s had the privilege of documenting awe-inspiring weddings across Europe, the US, and the Caribbean, guided by the love stories of the couples she serves.
Influenced by fashion, portraiture, and photojournalism, Liza’s style emanates chic, timeless elegance infused with a touch of romance. She takes immense pleasure in freezing raw emotions and candid moments that naturally unfold during weddings. Her exceptional attention to detail ensures that every aspect is beautifully preserved, while her black and white portraits possess a unique ability to evoke profound emotions, leaving a lasting impact on viewers.
Liza’s work graces the pages of esteemed platforms like Anti Bride, Wedding Chicks, Wedluxe, and various international blogs.
Kristina Bastien is a profoundly artistic, sensitive, and romantic wedding photographer. She primarily serves Montreal and Ottawa, but couples around the world reach out, drawn to her personality and the airy beauty of her ‘raised by light’ work.
In the realm of photography, Kristina’s style is nothing short of luxurious, refined, and poetic. She delicately crafts romantic photos meant to be cherished for years to come. Adding a timeless quality and vintage allure, she also shoots with Super 8 film. Kristina is keenly sensitive to the beauty that envelops her, savoring every moment. Her inspiration is drawn from the tenderness of two souls uniting, and she skillfully showcases your unique love story. Capturing fleeting moments that words can’t always express is her honor. Through her photography, she leads you back to the heart of romance. Forming connections with others brings her joy, as she is deeply moved by the love stories, life lessons, cultures, and aspirations of the individuals she encounters in her photographic journey.
515 Photo Co. is a Toronto-based collective of incredibly bright, passionate, and talented photographers by profession and creative artists at heart. Their work is brilliant and artistic—precisely what you’d expect from wedding photos. At every step of this process, you’ll have an expert dedicated to you, and you’ll only receive their best while feeling the boutique-service vibes.
They boast one signature look: timeless portrait magazine-worthy photography complemented by in-the-moment candids that tell your entire story. The 515 experience is defined by a seamless process that takes you from “Hi, we’re getting married this year” to “How in the world did you make us look this gorgeous?!” They also have a particular advantage: being a rock and esteemed professional, they know and collaborate with cool vendors everywhere. So, whether you’re planning a fabulous soiree in Toronto or an intimate wedding in a French chateau, be sure your memories are safe in their hands.
Erin Leydon, a fantastic photographer from Toronto, specializes in lifestyle, weddings, and portraiture photography. It means you and your partner can reach out to her at various stages of your journey.
After graduating from OCADU with a major in photography in 2012, Erin has pursued it as a passion and a career ever since. Her style reflects what inspires her—whether it’s a vast landscape, a subtle expression on a subject’s face, or delicate light casting the perfect shadow. Erin approaches everything she shoots, intending to tell a story with her personal touch. Her goal is to continue providing a candid approach to the classic standard.
These emotionally rich, aesthetically perfect, refined weddings are a product of two people. Erin works alongside Mitch as a pair. Mitch leads in the post-processing of the shoots and provides alternate angles that often go unseen. They will stop at nothing to capture the photos you’re looking for and even those you didn’t know you were looking for. Their relationship with each other brings a sense of comfort to the time you spend in front of their cameras.
Meghan Hemstra, an exceptional wedding photographer based in Vancouver, British Columbia, and available worldwide, brings a blend of editorial flair and a profound love for photojournalism to her work. Her photographs exude a cinematic and fresh quality, and capturing these moments brings her immense joy.
With an intimate and elevated perspective, Meghan meticulously documents every facet of a wedding day. She breathes life into her images, creating editorial portraiture and capturing candid moments brimming with vitality. Meghan deeply appreciates those fleeting moments in between, skillfully showcasing the unique atmosphere of each wedding day.
Meghan’s distinctive viewpoint attracts modern couples with a clear personal style, a refined vision for their wedding day, and a commitment to creating a beautiful experience for their guests. Her calm and encouraging presence navigates each wedding day, allowing couples and their guests to savor the experience of being photographed.
Carol Wang, a Toronto-based photographer, is fueled by her passion for capturing moments of beauty and emotion through her camera lens. Infused with a keen eye for detail and a love for spaces and movement, she crafts captivating, soulful images that transport viewers to a world beyond their own.
Carol’s work is distinguished by her ability to weave a narrative through her rich mood, light, and atmosphere compositions. Whether amidst the bustle of a city or within the serenity of a landscape, Carol’s artistry and skill shine through in every image she creates. For those seeking a photographer to artistically capture the essence of their special moments and breathe life into timeless pictures, Carol is the perfect choice.
Sincerely, Studio, serving Durham and the Greater Toronto area, is led by the amazing Iris, who delved into the world of photography after becoming a mom. Witnessing her daughter’s transformations and the fleeting nature of life sparked a profound realization. It kindled a deep desire to capture every fleeting moment—something truly touching!
Summing up Iris’s approach in two words: intention and connection. As a documentary-style photographer, Iris seeks out the raw, honest, and sometimes imperfect moments shared with your loved ones. Whether it’s your dad holding back tears, your mom having a lipstick meltdown, or you and your friends laughing so hard that snot might fly, these perfectly imperfect moments hold immense beauty and emotion.
She creates a space for you to be 100% yourself. With Iris, you’ll always feel seen, heard, and validated—no need for pretenses. Sometimes, she gets you chatting, digging deep to capture the emotions hiding below the surface.
Purple Tree, a Toronto-based wedding photography team, approaches capturing moments genuinely and intentionally. That’s why each photo is a masterpiece worthy of gracing the walls of your home.
Consider them as artisans who skillfully capture the heartbeat of your wedding day, transforming it into visual timestamps. Their focus on heritage and legacy is reflected in their work, something meant to be passed down through generations.
Years of perfecting their visual style have led them to prioritize softness and elegance. The Purple Tree family takes great pride in sharing the same visual style throughout their team. They cherish warmth, intimacy, and all things natural—your radiant face beaming with happiness, the ache in your feet from dancing—all these moments uniquely yours. Their mission is to be easy to deal with, open, and pleasant visual timekeepers of your wedding day.
Carly Dowhos, the creative force behind Life as She Knows It, crafts beautiful experiences and timeless, poetic images with a modern editorial style. Growing up in rural Canada, Carly’s roots in the land profoundly influenced her photography approach. Her intimate knowledge of Canada’s beauty, scale, and uniqueness, coupled with her roaring love for adventure, form the essence of her work.
For Carly, the philosophy has always been prioritizing creating beautiful experiences over taking photos. To her, art is a journey, and life itself can be a fantasy filled with love, laughter, and beautiful emotions. She believes this fantasy is discovered in the little moments and the intricate stories that shape individuals and relationships.
Carly’s lens captures the inherent art, nature, and beauty in every environment, helping others see it too. Her mindful approach to weddings has won the hearts of couples and vendors alike. Internationally acclaimed, she has fostered meaningful relationships with vendors worldwide, including Paris, Italy, Mexico, and across Canada.
Frances Beatty, a photographer based in South Georgian Bay, Ontario, captures timeless and emotional moments through her lens. Nature serves as her inspiration, with moments of exploration around the quiet lakes of Northern Ontario fueling her creativity. With over a decade of experience and over 250 weddings under her belt, Frances specializes in documentary and artistic portraiture, crafting cinematic and romantic narratives that feel like works of art.
Beyond capturing weddings and elopements across Canada, Frances’ passion for photography has taken her to international art exhibitions in New York City, Toronto, and Paris. Her classical training in film photography adds a unique depth to her work as she continually explores the realms of film and Polaroid photography. Frances’ inclusive approach ensures that love stories of all backgrounds are beautifully documented.
Her work has graced the pages of known publications such as Junebug Weddings, Dancing With Her, WeddingBells, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Toronto Life.
Maricle Kang is a distinguished Canadian boutique wedding and portrait photographer dedicated to crafting visual narratives that capture the essence of fleeting moments. In the world of photography, Maricle Kang is synonymous with artistry, emotion, and storytelling.
Her ultimate goal is to create images that transport you back to your wedding day, evoking the same emotions and sensations through a film-like aesthetic. She draws creative inspiration from photojournalists, the allure of fashion, the cinematic beauty of movies, and the boundless realm of art, shaping her career into something truly distinctive.
Her signature style is best described as natural and effortless, seamlessly fusing the authentic with the artful. From engagement photos conveying the moment’s tenderness to wedding photos filled with the sensuality and sparkle of the celebration, Maricle captures it with a unique touch.
FCP Team, a Montreal-based fine art and documentary wedding photography group, brings a rich 14-year legacy of professional excellence. Behind the lens is Firas, a passionate professional ready to embark on your destination wedding or elopement enuwhere. He captures the best shots while ensuring you look and feel your absolute best.
Their unique approach seamlessly blends editorial finesse with a photojournalistic perspective, resulting in captivating storytelling through imagery. A crucial aspect of their practice is creating a secure and comfortable environment for their clients, allowing them to radiate authenticity in front of the lens. This approach results in remarkable photos that encapsulate personalities and emotions in their purest and most beautiful form.
Julia Garcia-Prat approaches wedding days with a profound appreciation, seeing them as moments that instantly stir nostalgia. With a deep understanding of the importance of the images she creates, Julia is committed to delivering an intentional and intimate experience for her clients, allowing her to celebrate their unique love genuinely.
Regarding style, Julia’s photography seamlessly weaves documentary and editorial imagery and meticulously captures details. Her work caters to modern couples searching for photographs infused with emotion, romance, and nostalgia. Over the years, Julia has finely honed her aesthetic and distinctive editing style, infusing each image with emotional depth and editorial finesse and transforming her galleries into captivating narratives. Julia takes a hands-on approach to editing, refining each frame to evoke the warm memories of the captured moment.
On the wedding day, Julia’s coverage adopts a documentary style that embraces authenticity and human connection, capturing natural, unscripted moments. Her innate intuition for lines, shadows, and architectural details informs her shooting style. This attention to symmetry and the artful play of shadows is evident in her images, resulting in a distinctive and compelling work.
Meet Will, or as his friends and family fondly call him, Reid—an exceptional luxury editorial and fine art wedding photographer. His photography seamlessly weaves a nostalgic touch with a fashion-forward perspective, a delicate balance he’s honed over nearly two decades capturing weddings across Canada and the United States. His exceptional work has graced the pages of renowned publications like VOGUE, BRIDES, Over the Moon, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Style Me Pretty.
Having started his journey under the mentorship of some of North America’s finest still-life and fashion photographers and art directors, Reid transitioned into wedding documentation because he found it more fulfilling and meaningful. He cherishes his family deeply, and to savor the miraculous present, he creates images that capture life as it unfolds.
Reid is your go-to photographer if you desire stunning portraits intertwined with genuine, real-life moments of celebration. His utmost priority is thoughtfully and intentionally capturing your day, ensuring it mirrors your unique story. All this is done in a manner that leaves you relaxed, present, and thoroughly enjoying every moment around you.
Emily Li stands out as a destination wedding and fashion photographer renowned for her timeless and expressive portfolio. Infused with a deep admiration for haute couture, Emily seamlessly melds editorial finesse with the genuine emotions of your special day—just a glance at her photos, and you’ll feel this magic.
Her approach is one of refinement, curating imagery with thoughtful precision to encapsulate every precious moment with artistry and grace. Emily crafts a wedding experience that radiates sophistication, characterized by elegant, naturally lit images. From the graceful movement of a veil to the teary-eyed glance of the groom, she captures the most sincere moments of romance in an editorial style that appears effortlessly chic.
Originally from Mexico City, Ana Isabel Nunez has been calling Canada home for nearly half of her life, seamlessly navigating between both countries in her life and work. Describing herself as curious and friendly, she thrives on exploration, travel, and the joy of meeting new people. With their ambiance of happiness, weddings hold a special place in her heart.
Ana’s photography style blends vibrant, timeless shots, capturing candid moments with a touch of editorial flair. Her goal is to encapsulate the joy and fun of the day, injecting a hint of nostalgia into her photos. Having gone through the experience of planning her own wedding, she deeply appreciates the significance of details.
Recognizing each couple’s uniqueness and love story, Ana avoids imposing rigid poses. She understands that some may feel more at ease being playful and might not be inclined toward affectionate gestures. Before the wedding day, she invests time in getting to know her couples, ensuring they feel comfortable. This approach allows her to capture their special day’s essence and magic authentically.
Emily Michelson is a brilliant husband and wife team recognized for their beautiful, nostalgic-driven film and digital photography. What also sets them apart? You don’t need to be a model to look and feel extraordinary through their lens.
Emily, who has a background as an art director and photographer, hails from Toronto, Ontario. Her early interest in media blossomed into a passion, leading her to pursue studies at the Ontario College of Art and Design University. Armed with a Bachelor’s Degree in Advertising Design and a minor in Fine Art Photography, she has captured weddings for over a decade. Enter Jordan Michelson, the second photographer, and assistant whose journey into photography began when he met Emily. With over six years of experience in wedding photography, he brings a unique perspective to their dynamic team.
The collections of photos their couples receive showcase every intimate moment in a delicate and lovely way. Because for Emily and Jordan, every couple’s story deserves to be told beautifully.
