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Brittany — Tue, 10 Jan 2012 06:06:49 +0000

I am absolutely thrilled to share that until February 24th I am going to be in Central and South America photographing an organization’s projects and seeing parts of Argentina and Chile. Documenting people and culture is something I am deeply passionate about since having the opportunity to photograph the Mam people in the western highlands of Guatemala in May of 2010 (images here). I can hardly describe how thankful and excited I am to have these upcoming experiences and to share them here.

You will still be able to get in touch with me through my contact form located in the menu or by email at info[@]brittanyesther.com however it may take a couple of days for me to respond depending on the internet situation. I would absolutely love to speak to you about your upcoming wedding or engagement and would be happy to set-up an online meeting or phone call while I am away.

One more thing to share.

I’m a touch (and a bit) behind on blogging right now but want to share this one image. Trisha and Matt’s Emerald Lake Lodge wedding makes me want to gush about how wonderful family and friends and love and weddings are.

Kelly and Adam | Canmore Wedding

Brittany — Thu, 29 Dec 2011 00:52:34 +0000

A wedding nestled in the Rocky Mountains with a bride and groom that deeply adore each other and their closest family and friends can hardly be more enjoyable. From meeting Kelly and Adam last year to photographing their engagement session and witnessing and documenting their wedding day, I can honestly say I am so fortunate to have this job. I hesitate to call it a job because it is so much more. From the cocoa served at their outdoor ceremony, the knitted flags by mothers and grandparents, the inclusion of photographs from marriages before, it was all about Kelly and Adam.

Enjoy

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Wedding Planner | Callandra at Cherry Tree Occasions

Chauffeur | Gerrard at Highland Executive Chauffeur

Celebrant | Robin

Dress | La Sposa

Florist | Willow Haven

Hair and Make-up | The Loft

Ceremony and Catering | Stewart Creek Golf Course

DJ | Rob at Class Act DJ

Alex and Aaron | Just One

Brittany — Sun, 27 Nov 2011 03:57:49 +0000

A rather different one image from Alex and Aaron’s Banff ceremony this afternoon.

Kelly and Adam | Just One

Brittany — Mon, 14 Nov 2011 00:55:40 +0000

Yesterday Kelly and Adam were married at Stewart Creek Golf Course. Outside. It snowed.

So delightful.

Megan and Cody | Wedding | Just One

Brittany — Tue, 30 Aug 2011 22:21:50 +0000

Lena and Michael | Calgary Henna Party

Brittany — Sun, 14 Aug 2011 03:30:42 +0000

Lena’s parents held a henna party at their home just a couple of days before Lena and Michael became husband and wife. The henna night is full of pre-wedding ceremonies and generally spans the entirety of the week – however the couple and their friends had an absolutely delightful time celebrating the upcoming marriage in just several short hours. I thoroughly enjoyed learning more about their culture and enjoying their absolutely amazing humour.

After enjoying some of the most amazing sweet food I have ever had the Sagan began in which a token gift is offered by the bride’s parents to the groom and likewise by the groom’s mother to her future daughter-in-law in the form of money or sweetmeats.

This was followed by the Haldi ceremony in which family and friends prepare the couple for their forthcoming wedding by applying a tumeric paste typically to their hands, feet, and faces of the couple as it is known for improving complexion. It is also known to turn those already of a lighter complexion yellow – hence the not so overly enthusiastic reaction of Michael on account of one of his groomsmen (said with a hint of sarcasm).

By far the most touching ceremony had to that of the Choora ceremony. Lena’s only brother placed bangles that had been in buttermilk on Lena’s wrist and presented her kaleereas, or golden metal dangling plates attached to a steel bangle or ‘kada’. Lena was then blessed by five happily married female family or friends.

The henna portion of the evening begun by Lena’s sister-in-law applying the first design to the palm of her hand. Each of the ladies and the children then had henna applied to their hands and upper arms – absolutely breathtaking designs.

The evening ended with the Jago ceremony. Jagos are the colourfully decorated steel jugs with candles in them – carried on the head of the maternal family’s heads accompanied by singing and dancing, it is a way to alert everyone to the joyous ceremony to be held.

Needless to say it was an amazing evening to photograph.

Enjoy.

Osoyoos Wedding Photography

Brittany — Wed, 10 Aug 2011 06:05:23 +0000

At the end of June I had the absolute pleasure of seconding for Amber of Amber Hughes Photography at a gorgeous vineyard in Osoyoos, British Columbia. The day could not have been better and I thoroughly enjoyed working alongside such a brilliant photographer. To see Amber’s images of the day see this couples’ wedding here.

Lena and Michael | Just One

Brittany — Sun, 07 Aug 2011 06:14:14 +0000

Lena and Michael | Henna Party

Brittany — Fri, 05 Aug 2011 05:30:55 +0000

Lena and Michael are getting married this Saturday in a traditional ceremony but tonight was the henna party. More to come shortly.

Antara and Mike Wedding | Just One

Brittany — Thu, 04 Aug 2011 17:05:21 +0000

Antara and Mike. So in love. Such amazing families. More to come shortly.