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Capilano Golf Club and Pacific Rim Hotel Wedding – Laureen and Benjamin

Laura — Tue, 26 Jul 2011 05:29:10 +0000

It wasn’t too long ago that I photographed the wedding of Laureen’s sister, Jocelyn, so I was excited to now be photographing Laureen’s big day and for the opportunity to see the Singh family again! Laureen and Benjamin’s fabulous day began at Akali Singh Temple, with Benjamin being led in with Indian drummers and his family. I always love this part of a Sikh wedding, because this is the part where the bride’s family formally welcomes the groom’s family – garlands are exchanged and male relatives are encouraged to hug each other in the most enthusiastic way possible, which is quite entertaining for the surrounding crowd! The wedding ceremony was followed by a photo session outside the temple (the only time of the day when the rain held off!) with family and the bridal party. Later, we met up with Laureen and Benjamin again at the stunning Pacific Rim Hotel, where they got changed and ready for their reception. It was at this time that hail actually began, and I fear we might actually have to build an ark to make it to the reception at Capilano Golf and Country Club. Fortunately, the rooms and lobby at the Pacific Rim are absolutely gorgeous, so we photographed the couple in their new look in the cover of the hotel and safely out of the rain. When we arrived at Capilano, I was greeted by an amazingly decorated room, courtesy of the talented Angela Girard at Reflection Events – check out the beautiful carnation balls – don’t you just want to touch them? (I did!) Laureen and Benjamin enjoyed a delicious and beautifully presented buffet, speeches, and first dance throughout the evening, all while taking in the magnificent view out the windows of downtown Vancouver. Thanks to Laureen and Benjamin for having us photograph your fabulous, beautiful, fantastic day!

Heidi and David’s Capilano Golf Club Wedding

Laura — Tue, 16 Nov 2010 21:15:44 +0000

Heidi and David had a magnificent day for their wedding, and chose two my personal favourite venues to play host to their ceremony and reception: St. Andrew’s-Wesley Church, and Capilano Golf and Country Club. As always, I was awed by the size and beauty of St. Andrew’s-Wesley, and Heidi fit the scene perfectly in her gorgeous sparkly gown (David even shed a few tears when he saw her walking down the aisle!) After the ceremony, we continued on with a bridal party photo session – and this was definitely a fun bridal party! Although many of David’s groomsmen were not fluent in English (they had flown in from Belgium and France), we all managed to have a great time together and get some awesome images. The evening reception was made even more special by a personal performance from Heidi’s bridesmaid, who wrote a song just for the couple and played along on the piano. The evening was completed by an incredible buffet (the food is always awesome at Capilano Golf Club!), a touching first dance, then some crazy partying, including the first conga line I’ve seen in a while! Good times!

Favourite Vancouver Wedding Reception Venues – Capilano Golf Club

Laura — Tue, 15 Dec 2009 22:19:41 +0000

Capilano Golf Club – Located in a unique setting, high among the British Properties and mountains, Capilano Golf Club offers a beautiful wedding venue in the form of a 1938 tudor-style clubhouse. The reception room is large and well-designed, with an incredible view of the surrounding mountainside and golf course below. The patio is also available for cocktails during the summer months. Capilano Golf Club also has the special distinction of hosting the wedding of Pierre and Margaret Trudeau.