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 A Riviera Parque Wedding Celebration | Winnie + Jeffrey  | August 2012 Many years ago, I used to attend North Toronto Chinese Baptist Church on a regular basis and it’s a special feeling “coming home”.  It’s always nice to go back and see familiar faces and meeting new ones. A couple of months ago, Winnie and Jeffrey met for a few hours sipping coffee and having our engagement session. Finally the day came and the two finally tied the knot this past saturday. Since they both belong to North Toronto Chinese Baptist Church, it’s only suitable that they get married there. I think one of the best experiences of a wedding photographer is to witness a loving couple tie their knot while seeing all their friends and family come together and helping them in every way possible. This is exactly what I’ve seen at their wedding.
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Chris| 02 Nov 2011| 1 comment

 Toronto Wedding Photos | October 30, 2011 | Ni and Kenny

It’s amazing how efficient and nice these two really are. Less than two months since proposal and the wedding was perfect in every way. Of course, thanks to the help and support from great friends and family, their wedding turned out exceptionally enjoyable. One of the coolest things I’ve learned about Ni and Kenny is they’re very casual and funny. Throughout the whole wedding day, I witnessed so much joy and laughter between them, their family and friends. The whole bridal party were also a very fun bunch, from the morning traditional games hosted by the bridesmaids to a series of games that involved the couple and guests hosted by the groomsmen. Their wedding celebration ended with a lot of alcohol and lots of dancing.
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Chris| 11 Sep 2011| 0 comments

 Toronto Wedding Photos | September 10, 2011 | Cola + Gary

What an amazing day. It just seems like yesterday when I first officially met Cola and Gary. One summer night at their condo’s lobby, we chatted for an hour or so, and apparently they first spotted me through a couple whom I’ve shot a few years back. To say the least, this past year was just full of fun and anxiety for everyone, our engagement shots were done, Avant Documentary Photography’s first ever love story was done. Long story short, Kevin and I first started off at Novotel documenting the guys and shortly moved into their condo where Cola was getting ready. Everyone was pumped and getting all ready for the big day. After the bride pickup and games were played, we headed to the Knox College at University of Toronto for the wedding ceremony and tea ceremony. Fittingly, this is where they first met and fell in love. It only makes sense that this is the place where they exchanged their vows to each other as they enter another journey together.
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Chris| 23 Aug 2011| 0 comments

 Missisauga Wedding Photos | July 30, 2011 | Simat + JT

A few months ago, I received a whatsapp text, not even a good ol’ SMS or an email, from my good friend Rocky Choi asking me if I was available to second shoot for him for Simat and JT’s wedding. I was very excited about it since it has been a while since I have attended any Indian celebrations. From memories, it was very vibrant and everything looks extravagant. Fast forward, the wedding day came and it was quite an experience. Simat + JT are one of the most kind hearted couples I’ve had the privilege to photograph for. I started off the day with Simat and her family, then headed to an intimate Sikh wedding. followed by a photoshoot before a prestigious night of performances and fun at the banquet.
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Chris| 29 Jul 2011| 0 comments

 Toronto Wedding Photos | July 16, 2011 | Sophia and Adrian

Interestingly I have just met Sophia and Adrian just weeks before their own wedding. As it turns out, Sophia was in Monica and Roger‘s wedding party and has been monitoring me closely from the first second I arrived at Monica’s place.  A month ago, I had a phone conversation with Sophia regarding the wedding and wow, I heard the enthusiasm from her voice. The day started out very warm with myself covering Adrian’s arrival with the groomsmen awaiting for the games. After the tea ceremonies, a very warm Catholic ceremony was held at their church then we headed off to a nearby park for some fun photos. These two were troopers, with the heatwave everyone has been experiencing lately, they toughed it out and in return, we got some amazing photos. One of the coolest thing I really learned about this amazing couple is their affection for each other. Every time I peeked over, they have this smile going on that no others would understand unless you are yourself, deeply in love.
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