In the heart of Douro’s rolling countryside, the stunning Farmhill Venue provided the perfect backdrop for a wedding filled with romance and heartfelt moments. I was truly honored to join this day as a second shooter alongside Wild Lace Photography. Of all the weddings we’ve documented together, this one has been my favorite to date.
The atmosphere was effortlessly relaxed and intimate, and I was given the role I love most which is documenting the in-between moments, the quiet details, the emotion, and the unique perspectives that make an album feel honest, all while remaining unobtrusive in the background.
The day was filled with small, meaningful gestures that made everything feel deeply personal. From their private signing of the marriage license during cocktail hour, to the moments they intentionally carved out together away from the crowd, every part of the celebration reflected their connection. Even the way their guests interacted with one another carried a warmth that could be felt throughout the entire day.
It was such a gift to witness how emotion flowed so naturally and not just between the couple, but through every guest present. The intentionality behind each moment made it clear that this day wasn’t about performance or tradition for tradition’s sake… it was about love, presence, and the timeless beauty of simply being together.
Weddings like this are the ones that stay with you. The kind where love feels steady and present in every part of the day and not just in the big moments, but in the romantic glances, the pauses, and the way people naturally come together.
I’m so grateful to Mare for inviting me along for this special day. It was timeless, intimate, and full of heart. It was a beautiful reminder of how powerful it is when a wedding day is simply about connection.
Here are some of my favorite images and moments, from their first look to the end of evening dancing.
First romantic look through the window
First look with emotions
First look framed by the venue window
the bride holding her vail with her Dad in the foreground
The dogs first look with the wedding couple
Bride and Groom portrait with their dog
bride framed in by wedding party during portraits
Brides high heel wedding shoes laying on the grass
Groomsmen classic portrait in black and white
Groomsmen razzing up the groom for a fun portrait
View of the groom with his groomsmen in black and white
the wedding couple during a quiet private moment together
the bride and groom in black and white during their portraits
The bride leaning into the groom
a classic black and white picture of the bride and groom
a close-up view of the tall grass with the couple behind it
a cropped view of the wedding couple walking
A detail picture of a dragonfly in the Farmhill Venue
detail of wedding florals within the light and shadows
detail of Farmhill Venue tablescape
detail view of wedding bar sign in black and white
wedding head table through window with hill reflection
detail of the place setting and menu
farmhill wedding venue view of head table
detail view of wedding drink
dessert table and wind blowing runner in black and white
Farmhill Wedding Venue Ontario
Farmhill Wedding Venue Ceremony Location
Wedding guest in black and white
Grandparents walking down the aisle
Bride and brother walking towards the aisle
Bride and Brother walking down the aisle
Bridesmaid wiping tears during ceremony
bride playing with wedding ring detail
wedding couple walking down aisle and groom crying
groom lifting bride in warm emotional embrace
groom portrait with bride in the foreground
grandfather moment with bridesmaid
champagne tower at wedding venue
bride pouring champagne in tower while kissing groom
bride cheering as groom fills champagne tower
detail of champagne glasses and couple romantic kiss in background
bride through the champagne glasses in back and white
DJ at the wedding portrait
guests interacting during wedding
guests using phone message recorder
brides makeup being touched-up by bridesmaid and guests
detail of food from heaven on seven
detail of appetizers from heaven on seven
outdoor view farmhill wedding venue
bride touching grooms hand during signing
witness' and couple hugging during signing
witness' and couple celebrating after signing
candid of Bride smiling with guests
bride and groom sharing a private moment
wedding couples first wedding dance through window reflection
first dance inside the Farmhill Venue
wedding guests watching first dance
bride and groom embracing
bride running towards cows
brown cows in the field outside the venue
cropped detail of groom kissing brides neck
bride under veil for a unique black and white portrait
portrait of the bride with veil
groom dipping the bride in black and white
golden hour wedding couple portrait
portrait of the bride from the view of the groom in black and white
bride and groom black and white portrait
detail of brides dress and veil in black and white
view of candles and table at golden hour from outside venue
groom picking up bride for a movement blurred picture
detail of dog wedding topper
bride wiping tear with handkerchief
romantic view of bride and groom at private head table
view of bridesmaid going for speech
moment between guest and bride during reception
view of wedding guest clapping
view of groom smiling at head table during speeches
view of groomsmen waving napkin at head table
view of wedding guest watching bride and groom
view of wedding guest laughing
view of emotional bride during speeches
view of bride through her parents giving speech
view of romantic candle lit table with wedding couple in the background
view of wedding guest laughing
bride and groom during candle lit speeches
black and white wedding table detail
bride and groom framed by candlelight
bride and groom speech with brides hand on grooms back
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