WPJA Wedding Spotlight Awards!
Shortly after arriving in town for this stunning Carnegie Music Hall Foyer wedding, I met up with Charlotte and Karan at the hotel bar to reconnect. When I was first introduced to Charlotte’s maternal grandmother, her eyes lit up with love and pride, as she proceeded to tell me about her favourite memory of Charlotte’s character as a child. Caught this glowing candid moment under a chapel spotlight, while chatting with her husband just before the wedding ceremony procession would begin.
Engagement Portrait Awards!
Valerie Rosen Photography is an internationally awarded pre-wedding engagement photographer! The following photos have received BlackDiamond Awards for Engagement Portraits by the Wedding Photojournalists Association (WPJA)! Grateful to my amazing clients for trusting me to document these heartwarming moments in their love stories. Here are the 3 award-winning portraits, along with a few additional faves from each session.
Intimate Chalet Wedding at Domaine William Wentworth
Who would have thought that a handful of years after selling Vitor (V) a camera bag online, that we’d become industry colleagues, and he would invite me to document his intimate chalet wedding to Yaëlle (Y) at Domaine William Wentworth in Drummondville, Quebec. Little did we know upon signing the contract at the start of 2020 that Y&V would have to postpone their wedding date for 2 years while the world shut down, but finally the date had arrived, when their intimate circle of close friends and family could safely arrive from Brazil, England, and the west coast of Canada to celebrate this beautiful love story over the course of a wedding weekend reunion for the books.
Montreal Wedding at Pavillon de la Jamaïque in Early October.
To say it was an honour to document Steph and Alex’s wedding is an understatement, as these two truly epitomize the palpable joy of marrying your best friend. From the moment I met them for their fun engagement session at Parc Nature de l’Ile de la Visitation, where they swing danced and laughed and loved without a care in front of the camera, to planning final wedding day details together online, to witnessing and documenting their big day at the ever picturesque Pavillon de la Jamaïque, it was so easy to capture their deep connection.
Dear Wedding Photography Clients…
I’m back to blogging after way too long, so I thought I’d start by sharing my promise to you, a love letter of sorts, as your dedicated wedding photographer.
1) I fully commit to every couple I have the privilege to work with to ensure a truly great client experience. From our very first conversation all the way to long after your beautiful wedding day has passed, I am here for unlimited calls, texts, video calls, and emails to provide unwavering support. I genuinely enjoy staying connected with each couple as we navigate this incredible journey together.
White Claw Canada Product Launch Event at Terrasse Perche in Old Montreal
White Claw Canada recently hosted guests with a lively private event at the Terrasse Perché to introduce their latest vodka collection, and contracted Valerie Rosen Photography (moi) to document this super fun event.
Hotel William Gray’s urban oasis venue buzzed with anticipation as industry insiders, influencers, and aficionados gathered to celebrate the brand's newest creation with exclusive tastings and immersive experiences, including delectable vodka cocktails. Exuding a tropical holiday ambiance, the event provided a convivial candle lit setting to showcase the vodka collection's exceptional craftsmanship and unparalleled quality.
Chateau Ramezay Intimate Wedding
There’s something so special about the personal vibe of an intimate wedding, reserved just for your close family and your dearest friends, which is exactly how Steph and Tom decided to celebrate their special wedding day! They chose a September wedding, which in Old Montreal can be the most agreeable weather, allowing for a comfortable outdoor ceremony in Old Montreal’s historical The Château Ramezay - Historic Site and Museum of Montréal’s charming Governor’s Garden, that accommodated for a cozy seating arrangement.
I arrived early to meet Steph & Tom for portraits at the front of the venue, only to be greeted by the bride and her closest college friends, most of who’d flown into Montreal from other parts of Canada, and from abroad. This sweet occasion would serve as an overdue reunion for the girls, adding a whole other layer to how valuable this day would be remembered for all in attendance.
Have You Considered Doing a “First Look” on Your Wedding Day?
It’s common these days for couples to add a First Look or Reveal before their Wedding Ceremony to enjoy an intimate moment of revealing each other and to connect. If you’re thinking about doing a First Look, read about one couple’s reflections on their First Look experience during their Old Montreal Wedding Day, and enjoy these photo highlights for your wedding planning inspiration.
Another Perfect Marriage Proposal in Old Montreal for the Books!
Within the next week, he’d received her father’s blessing, and our planning and plotting was on, weather permitting! We agreed on Old Montreal, and then, he narrowed down to the perfect spot for the proposal vibe he wanted, and I found the best spot for me to remain out of view, with ideal afternoon light.
An Unforgettable Marriage Proposal in Montreal's Old Port!
It was a privilege and a joy to document Kinnard’s surprise marriage proposal for Sharon when they visited Montreal’s romantic Old Port, on the bridge to La Grande Roue de Montréal. I absolutely love having the honour of photographing surprise proposals! Check out these highlights and read an interview with Kinnard about their love story! Get in touch to plan yours!