Confession time | April Women of Weddings Event at Olympic View Golf Club | Victoria BC Wedding Photographer

So I have a confession to make - I spend quite a lot of my time around golf courses, but I've never actually played a round of golf. 

Let me explain.  

First of all, I walk regularly on a chip trail around a golf course near my house.  It's a lovely walk and I enjoy it immensely.  

But recently I've visited another golf course, and it is truly a sight to behold.  Beautiful Olympic View Golf Club is located about 30 minutes outside of Victoria's downtown core.  It has been rated in the Top 10 Best Public Golf Facilities in British Columbia by ScoreGolf Magazine, and has ranked within the top 50 Golf Courses in Canada.  With it's dazzling views of Washington State's Olympic Mountains, combined with it's beautiful course incorporating some very impressive natural elements (such as a waterfall and gorgeous Arbutus trees), this course is sure to thrill both visitors and locals who enjoy golfing year-round. 

It was at this stunning backdrop where the April Victoria Women of Weddings event was held.  

Along with myself and Olympic View, the other multi-talented sponsors included Brown's The Florist, Details Special Event Planning and Decor, and Fetching Image Photography (who made a video of the event).    The guest speaker was Stacey Mitchell of Directis Consulting who spoke to us about goal setting and achievement.  

All in all, it was an inspiring and thought-provoking day... with a fun and memorable golf cart tour of the grounds for the 40+ members in attendance!

If you're interested in booking your wedding or event at Olympic View, contact Katrina at kmilne@golfbc.com.  Or just head out there sometime and play a round!  

Victoria Women of Weddings Event at the Parkside Hotel | Victoria BC Wedding Photographer

I had the pleasure of photographing a Victoria Women of Weddings event at the gorgeous Parkside Hotel in April.  The decor and presentation by Party Mood beautifully showcased the top wedding industry trends of 2015.  The food by Truffles Catering was sooooo delicious.  The presentation, by Dawn McCooey of the Women's Enterprise Centre BC, was fun and informative.  

As always, it was wonderful to chat with new and old friends in the Victoria Wedding Industry.  Women of Weddings is a great networking group in the Victoria area for wedding professionals, and I've truly enjoyed all the connections I've made through the group, the people I've met, the events I've had the opportunity to attend, and the valuable information I've learned from the presentations.  

If you're planning a wedding or event, I highly recommend all the vendors showcased in this post!  If your looking for a wedding photographer, I still have a few wedding dates available for 2015, and I'm booking into 2016.  Call, text or email if you want to chat about your wedding plans!  778-677-2789.  sparkandwhimsy@gmail.com.  

Thanks for dropping by!  Have a glorious day!

Portrait Session with Aisling - Victoria BC Wedding Photographer | Sharon Rai Hair and Makeup Artistry

I had the opportunity recently to photograph the lovely Aisling from Coultish Management at the Sharon Rai Hair and Makeup Artistry studio.  Sharon was being interviewed by a film crew, and she invited me to photograph Aisling since she was wearing a dress from Tres Chic Bridal Boutique and had her hair and makeup done by Sharon for the interview.  

Obviously she's gorgeous, and Sharon enhanced her beauty in her characteristic award-winning style.  It was a wonderful opportunity, and I feel so lucky to have had the opportunity to photograph Aisling before she left for a modeling stint in India, and working with Sharon is always such a pleasure.  All in all, so much fun, and I love the images from the shoot.