Documentary Storytelling;

35mm film, and Super 8 for intentional, multi-day weddings in Ottawa

There is a specific, elevated scale to a wedding in the capital- from the timeless, black-tie atmosphere at the Fairmont Château Laurier to the impressive architecture at the National Gallery of Canada and the Canadian Museum of History. I’m here for the celebrations that don’t feel like a staged production. I want you to trust that the day is being documented with a "less performance" philosophy, allowing you to fully enjoy your wedding day with the maximum presence. Whether it’s an intimate dinner in the ByWard Market or a gala at the Museum of Nature, I’m looking for the honest connections that only happens when you’re fully present and forget the camera is even there.

Less performance, more life.

Whether it’s the expansive, European-estate feel at Stonefields Estate, the natural, open-air energy at Le Belvédère, or the light-filled sanctuary of Aquatopia, I move through your day with a calm, intentional presence. My goal is to blend in as a guest so the energy of the party stays yours. I’m looking for the unfiltered moments—the quiet exhales and the loud laughs- that happen between the portraits. I’m there to create a curated record of your weekend that feels like a piece of your history, ensuring you can stay in the center of your own story while I document the way it actually felt.

A Documentary & 35mm Film Approach in Ottawa

I approach every Ottawa wedding as a unique editorial project, tailored specifically to the energy you’ve built. Whether it’s the black-tie grandeur of the Château Laurier or a modern, glass-walled celebration at the National Gallery, my goal is to document the nuances that make your day yours. By working alongside the city’s top creative teams, I ensure a seamless experience that allows you to stay entirely present while I capture the day with precision.

My philosophy is rooted in a deep observation of people- learning how to read a room and play off your energy in a way that feels natural, never forced. Sometimes that means stepping in to provide a sense of calm and reassurance when the day feels chaotic; other times, it means taking a step back to be a fly on the wall, documenting the honesty of a moment without interrupting it. Whether I’m offering quiet guidance or staying out of the way, I’m there to make sure you feel completely taken care of.

This process is a deliberate blend of 35mm film and digital, giving your gallery a sense of nostalgia without losing the immediacy of the moment. I provide the intentional guidance you need to feel comfortable, stepping in to curate the light and the frame so you can stay entirely present. My goal is to bridge the gap between a high-end editorial look and the honest, unscripted energy of your people—documenting your day with a calm precision that feels like a piece of your history, not a directed performance. From the quiet exhales during a ceremony to the high-energy shift of a reception in the ByWard Market, every shot is crafted to reflect your personal style and the honest atmosphere of the celebration.