You do the celebrating... leave the rest to me!
Victoria BC
Wedding Photography
For couples who want to relax, be themselves and have fun...
All while looking like total rock stars!
Analog 35mm film + Digital
I'm Christina
And it means the world to me that you're here!
Congratulations on your engagement! Based in beautiful Victoria, BC, I blend raw wedding photojournalism with an art director’s eye for funky, dreamy-creative portraits… captured on both 35mm analog film and digital. For 15+ years, I’ve had the privilege of photographing couples who value fun over perfection.
RANKED TWICE AS ONE OF THE
TOP 5
Best Wedding Photographers in Canada
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My promise to you...
01.
Real moments you’ll care about in 20 years
I move quietly and kindly through your wedding day, catching the glances, the hand squeezes, the nerves, the laughter… all those in-between moments you barely notice while they’re happening. It’s honest, emotional documentary coverage that feels like reliving your day instead of just looking at it.
02.
Space for portraits that feel natural… and look incredible
I guide you just enough so you feel comfortable, relaxed, and genuinely yourselves… then I layer in light, movement, and a hint of creative magic. The result? Portraits that feel effortless and look like total rock-star versions of you.
03.
You enjoy your wedding instead of performing for the camera
I read the room, roll with the chaos, and follow the energy. If the party’s wild, I’m in it. If a quiet moment unfolds, I stay back. I’ll keep things calm when needed and fun when you’re ready — so you get beautiful photos and a stress-free experience that lets you be fully present.
Not your average wedding photographer...
There are all kinds of wedding photographers out there. Here's why I'm different...
A blend of analog film & digital
Your day will be photographed on both both 35mm analog film and digital, you get the perfect mix of timeless and modern… the nostalgicly dreamy and the beautifully real.
Documentary approach
Before I developed a deep crush on still photography I was trained as a documentary filmmaker. Visual storytelling is the easiest way I know how to communicate.
I'm a proud 'unobtrusive blender-in'er'
When it comes to your day I know how to blend in and document the real moments as they unfold. I’ll read the room, move quietly when I need to, dive onto the dance floor when it gets fun, while creating space for the two of you to be yourselves. The result? Genuine moments, beautiful light, and tiny in-between flashes of emotion you’ll love looking back on in the years to come.
“Hands down the best wedding photographer on the planet. We were blown away. Some of our friends who were recently married were jealous of our photos. haha.”
Kris & Sasha
“I was a little nervous but as soon as she sent us the sneak peek photos we cried. The photos looked like they were from a magazine! We couldn’t believe it was actually us!”
Angela & Alex
Want 100% unscripted OR lots of portraits?
You decide!
Want most of your wedding day covered unscripted but still hope for some great group portraits of your favourite people and some unbelievably creative portraits of the two of you? No problem! Prefer to just enjoy your day with no directing or posing? That’s all good too!
This is your celebration and I customize my approach to fit your vision!
The no awkwardness guarantee!
If you do opt for portraits, I’ll be there to help you relax, laugh, breathe, and actually enjoy your photos. No stiff posing. No awkwardness. No being bossed around.
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Lifetime fearles awards
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Purpose: honest storytelling
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Q's
Choosing a wedding photographer is a big deal! You’re trusting someone to document one of the most emotional, unpredictable, joy-filled days of your life... you deserve to feel confident in who you commission. Ask me anything!
What are your prices and what does our investment include?
My collections range from simple coverage of your main events to multi-day celebrations with albums. Please get in touch and tell me more about how you’re planning to celebrate, and I’ll send you all the information you need.
To give you an idea of what to expect, my collections begin at $2,950 for coverage of ceremony + portraits. Most couples invest approximately $8,950 for eight hours of coverage (which is the perfect amount of time to photograph your preparations through to first dances). And if you’re hoping to have your entire dance party covered over a 12+ hour day, you can expect an investment closer to $12,500. I also offer photography for engagement parties, welcome receptions, rehearsal dinners, pre-wedding bridal portraits and post-wedding couples’ portraits. Multi-day collections range from $15,000 to $20,000.
No matter how much coverage you choose, you will always receive:
- Christina (me) as your photographer (no baiting and switching to an associate photographer).
- Photography coverage of your wedding day using both analog 35mm film + digital.
- An unlimited number of high-resolution, naturally-retouched digital downloads with two versions (one in colour + one in black and white) and the 35mm negatives.
- A private gallery you can share with wedding guests so they can help themselves to pictures (saving you time and effort making copies for others).
- A sneak peek slideshow featuring approx 30-60 highlights within a week of your wedding.
- Some collections also include an heirloom Signature album with duplicate versions for parents.
You also have the option to add complimentary services to any wedding collection, including:
- An engagement/couples portrait session.
- An amazingly talented second photographer.
Do you work with a second photographer? Do you offer engagement portraits?
Having an optional second photographer is complimentary with all coverage… and highly recommended! For over ten years, my talented husband Derek partnered with me to photograph weddings. We work in effortless synch… a simple nod or look is all we need to know what the other is thinking. Having a second photographer means you get layered, cinematic coverage from multiple perspectives. While one of us is with the details or portraits, the other can be with your people, or with each of you as you get ready with your besties… capturing both sides of the story as it unfolds.
Your engagement session is also an optional complimentary gift to you, a relaxed and beautiful way for us to connect before the wedding. It’s a chance to get comfortable in front of my lens and for us to build an easy rhythm together so that on your wedding day everything feels natural. Many couples use their images for guest books, invitations, or framed pieces at home. But the biggest gift is this: by the time the wedding comes, we’ll already feel like old friends and you’ll be so comfortable with me that you’ll forget I’m even there!
Why are you so expensive compared to other Victoria BC photographers? Can we negotiate for a discount?
There’s no industry standard for pricing creative work, but my rates reflect the level of artistry, storytelling, and service that my couples consistently say was worth every penny.
Part of your investment reflects the demand for my work as one of Canada’s top photographers… widely recognized as one of the best wedding photographers in Victoria BC.
With more than than 15 years of experience photographing celebrations all over the globe and a master’s degree in documentary filmmaking, I also know how to anticipate moments before they happen, work in any weather and light, and guide you through the day in a way that feels relaxed and natural.
Since every couple receives the same level of care, time, and creative vision regardless of the size of their budget or wedding, I do not negotiate on wedding photography pricing or offer discounts.
Do you only photograph luxury weddings? Do you travel?
Not at all. I photograph celebrations of every size and style, from backyard weddings to black-tie events. I care about connection, emotion, and people who value meaningful photography. You don’t need a luxury budget or a designer venue for your story to be worth documenting. If you love my work and want images that feel real and artistic, I’m all in.
While I used to travel to locations all over the world (home bases in both Victoria & Costa Rica), I’ve decided stay closer to home these days, offering photography throughout Vancouver Island (Victoria, Parksville, Courtenay, Campbell River, Tofino) and the lower mainland (Vancouver, Surrey, Burnaby, West Vancouver, Delta). That said, my arm is made of rubber and if you’re getting married somewhere abroad let me know your plans and I may be tempted to pack my camera bags and join you! :)
We hear some couples wait months for their photos. How long before we receive our images?
You will always receive a sneak peek slideshow featuring about 30-60 highlight images within a week of the wedding. The rest of your collection, featuring an unlimited number of naturally-polished images, will be ready within four to six weeks of your wedding date.
You sound like a perfect fit for us. How do we commission your services?
That’s amazing!! I can’t wait to celebrate with you! Please feel free to reach out with the inquiry form below and I can tell you more. I’m also happy to arrange an in-person, video or phone consultation. Once you’re ready to make it official I then send you a retainer request and an online contract. If you’d like to have a complimentary engagement/couples portrait session we can set a date and time to have a fun meet-up with my camera.
We can also stay in touch throughout your wedding planning… I’m here to help if you need any advice or guidance as you create an itinerary for your celebration. A little closer to the date you’ll receive a questionnaire to help me know more about your itinerary and must-have formal group portraits. I’m also happy to coordinate working with your wedding planner, videographer or other vendors ahead of time to make sure we’re all in synch.
Tell me about you!
I am based in Saanich and serve Victoria, Esquimalt, Oak Bay, Saanich, Saanichton, Sidney, Colwood, Langford, Sooke and beyond.