On the first day of their Honeymoon in Hollywood, Natalia and Stephen attended The Late Late Show with Craig Ferguson and were pulled from the audience for his opening skit! We are honored that Stephen mentioned that “we had really good photographers” around the 2-minute mark. Thank you!
You guys were so cute!
October 30, 2011 - 6:11 pm
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This slideshow is from Natalia & Stephen’s wedding in Vancouver. The getting ready photos, the first look (where the couple sees eachother for the first time before the ceremony), and the reception was at the UBC Botanical Garden in Vancouver. The ceremony was at the Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church.
Wedding at UBC Botanical Gardens in Vancouver – TAIT Photography from Tait Photography on Vimeo.
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We could not have asked for a more special wedding to be a part of than Natalia & Stephen’s wedding in Vancouver. It was a beautiful celebration of family and friends, along with a traditional Orthodox Christian ceremony. Natalia and Stephen met during elementary school in grade 6, and they started dating a few years later. Their love has survived the test of time and the wedding was the start of their new life together. The ceremony took place at the Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church in Vancouver and included the traditional orthodox crowning. It was a very beautiful ceremony with a lot of meaningful words spoken and an amazing choir. The reception was held near the Great Lawn at the spectacular UBC Botanical Gardens. We had the opportunity to take some photographs along the Greenheart Canopy Walkway in the Botanical Gardens. The campus at UBC is gorgeous and very intertwined with nature. The reception speeches were very touching, especially from the bride’s father who reminded everyone to be true to their authentic selves. Many of the wonderful details and elements at the wedding were handmade by Natalia.
Contributing Vendors to this Wedding:
Hair & Make-up by Gaby Ramirez Makeup
Cake by Larry the Cake Guy
Florals by Celsia Florist
Dress Designer: Rebecca Schoneveld
Ceremony at Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church
Reception at UBC Botanical Gardens
The first sighting between Natalia & Stephen took place in the Physic Garden outside The Garden Pavilion at UBC:
Fifty feet above the forest floor, Natalia and Stephen navigated the entire Greenheart Canopy Walkway at the UBC Botanical Garden.
The flower girl’s kissing ball / pomander was hand-made by the bride.
The ceremony took place at the Holy Resurrection Orthodox Church in Vancouver. The lighting inside was beautiful.
The crowns in an Orthodox Wedding symbolize the bride & groom as the King and Queen of their home, their own kingdom.
Colorful fans for the reception | Plants were used for seating arrangements and guest favors.
Guests wrote personal sentiments for the bride & groom and hung them on the Wishing Tree.
The father of the bride made a touching speech.
First Dance
Cake Cutting in front of the Arbour at UBC.
“If it’s half as good as the half we’ve known, here’s Hail! to the rest of the road.” ~ Sheldon Vanauken
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July 17, 2011 - 9:58 pm
Thank you so much for these amazing photos! What beautiful mementos from our wonderful day!
July 17, 2011 - 10:59 pm
What stunning, glorious photos! Thank you so much.
July 18, 2011 - 2:37 am
Gorgeous gorgeous gorgeous!!!! You really captured how beautiful everything was! Well done.
July 18, 2011 - 9:43 am
Amazing pictures!!! I loved them. Natalia and Stephen, you make a stunning couple. The pictures are artistic and romantic!
July 18, 2011 - 7:41 pm
These are absolutely lovely, as was your wedding.
Have a wonderful life together and much love to you both.
July 19, 2011 - 4:38 pm
These are great photos and I don’t think I’ve ever seen our venue look that good. 
Congrats, Natalia and Stephen!
We are pleased to announce that one of Anna & Eugene’s images was selected as a possible cover image for the August edition of Weddings in Alberta Magazine! The winner will be chosen based on the most likes on Facebook. It would mean a lot to us if you could help us win the contest.
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Anna & Eugene’s day started with traditional Chinese door games. When the groomsmen arrived at Anna’s parents house, the bridesmaids blocked the door and presented the groom with several challenges. These games included the groom completing a complex engineering formula and also singing an entire song at the top of his lungs. After Eugene successfully completed all of the tasks, he was free to retrieve his bride. Next there was a Chinese tea ceremony and afterwards everyone headed to the wedding at the First Baptist Church in Calgary. Anna’s bridemaids helped her get changed into her white wedding dress before the ceremony. After the ceremony, the wedding party went around a few locations in downtown Calgary for photos. The reception and incredible banquet were held at Forbidden City Restaurant in Calgary.
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June 26, 2011 - 4:08 pm
very beuatiful!
June 26, 2011 - 4:33 pm
Gorgeous, Anna! Looks like the most fabulous day. Congratulations!
June 26, 2011 - 5:02 pm
you guys looks gorgeous….
June 26, 2011 - 5:55 pm
Love your wedding photos!!!! : )
June 26, 2011 - 8:57 pm
Anna, pics really capture the beauty w wh God made u. Eugene, enjoy ur bride. U look so happy in the photos! Wish we could’ve been there…China is a bit far though…. My fav pic… Anna on the tree stump… Gorgeous!
J
June 26, 2011 - 10:38 pm
Hey, Anna and Eugene! You look great!!! Miss you guys so much, and All the Blessings for your new family!
June 26, 2011 - 10:46 pm
Beautiful photos!
June 26, 2011 - 11:43 pm
I love the black and white photos and the ones with the flowing veil. So classy, romantic and unique just like the couple.
June 27, 2011 - 5:26 am
The pictures are really capturing the beauty of this special day in your lives. You are a beautiful couple filled with lots of joy and promises !
Loved the beautiful dresses, specially yours Anna !
June 27, 2011 - 10:13 am
Anna you make the most beautiful bride. Congratulations, the photos are stunning. I wish you and Eugene the very best in all your endeavors. Best of luck in Pittsburgh!
June 27, 2011 - 10:43 am
Wonderful pictures!
June 27, 2011 - 10:47 am
Beautiful & Stunning
June 27, 2011 - 10:49 am
Hi Anna & Eugene,
I love your wedding pictures both of you look gorgeous !!
Congratulations
June 27, 2011 - 12:04 pm
Simply Outstanding!!
June 27, 2011 - 2:55 pm
Anna! these are amazing pictures, can’t wait to see the full album
June 27, 2011 - 2:57 pm
Wow the pictures are amazing. Congrats!
June 27, 2011 - 3:20 pm
LOVE them!! Can’t wait to see the rest
June 27, 2011 - 3:26 pm
You look wonderful together! You really are made for each other. Congratulations and best wishes.
June 27, 2011 - 6:20 pm
The pics are so amazing Anna and Eug! WOW! Beautiful couple! Congrats once again! I will miss you guys
June 27, 2011 - 8:07 pm
Anna, Eug, you guys are beautiful. Thanks for sharing your amazing day!
June 27, 2011 - 9:10 pm
Congratulations to you both! May your life together be blessed.
June 27, 2011 - 10:00 pm
Wedding pics look awsome, thanks for the shoot out at the wedding. I was great to be there for your wonderful day.
June 27, 2011 - 11:08 pm
Wonderful pictures! True love can never be hidden! Congratulations, Eugene and Anna.
God’s blessings all the way….
June 28, 2011 - 12:34 am
I love all the outdoor pics! Lots of nice color and of course SUNSHINE! You two make a wonderful couple.
June 28, 2011 - 8:00 am
Love your photos! Really captured all the emotions well! So happy for you two!! 
June 28, 2011 - 10:06 am
Awesome pictures! Congratulations to a wonderful couple!
June 28, 2011 - 10:22 am
Wow – such wonderful photos!!!
June 28, 2011 - 10:43 am
I love the pictures, good job TAIT!!
June 28, 2011 - 8:19 pm
beautiful photography, gorgeous anna, lovely wedding xox
June 28, 2011 - 10:54 pm
Love the pics. The one of the church is hellagood.
June 29, 2011 - 1:46 am
Beautiful!! What great pictures!!
June 29, 2011 - 7:07 pm
You both look absolutely amazing!
June 29, 2011 - 8:11 pm
Very lovely and beautiful pics.
June 29, 2011 - 8:24 pm
Absolutely stunning photos!!!
July 3, 2011 - 9:30 pm
Hey guys, these pictures turned out GREAT!! Thanks for sharing, what a beautiful memory. Love you guys and BIG hug 
July 4, 2011 - 10:07 am
The Pictures are amazing!!!! You look stunning in them
July 4, 2011 - 4:44 pm
Beautiful photos of an absolutely beautiful couple! So blessed to be able to celebrate with you both. God bless!
July 10, 2011 - 1:25 am
Anna, you look beautiful!!!!
July 13, 2011 - 9:54 am
Very amazing photos. You both look awesome! Once again congrats to Anna and Eugene!!!
July 13, 2011 - 4:45 pm
Beautiful photos! Wishing you all the best that marriage can bring and a lifetime of memories made from two becoming one for eternity. Congrats Anna & Eugene!
Carly & Patrick were married on a lovely spring day in April 2011 during the National Cherry Blossom festival in Washington DC. The ceremony took place inside the Dahlgren Chapel of the Sacred Heart, located in the Dahlgren Quadrangle on the campus of Georgetown University. After the ceremony, we took wedding photos around the beautiful campus of Georgetown University, including the front side of Healy Hall. There are so many fantastic photo opportunities at the campus and surrounding in downtown Georgetown. The reception was held at the Old Ebbitt Grill, the famous historic Washington restaurant located next to the White House.
The groom and his groomsmen got ready at the Key Bridge Marriott Hotel on Lee Highway in Arlington, VA. The Key Bridge Marriott is in a perfect spot located in Roslyn, just a quick 5 minute drive across Key Bridge to Georgetown.
The bride and bridesmaids had their hair & makeup done at Jon David Salon in Arlington, Virginia.
The ceremony was in the Dahlgren Chapel at Georgetown University.
Their ceremony was officiated by Father Alexei Michalenko who had some very beautiful words to say during the service.
We absolutely loved the wonderful color scheme of the wedding, with dresses and flowers in shades of champagne and aubergine. The florist for the wedding was Jill Medawar at Toulies en Fleur Floral Design.
We took more photos outside of Healy Hall on campus at Georgetown University. So many amazing spots for photography around the gorgeous campus!
The couple’s wedding reception was at the famous Old Ebbitt Grill, a fabulous restaurant and the oldest “Saloon” in Washington DC (founded in 1856).
The wedding cocktail hour was on the rooftop of the Old Ebbitt Grill, which looks out to beautiful views of Washington DC, including a direct view of the White House (with accompanying Sniper on the rooftop of course!).
There was also a nice view of the Washington Monument.
Here are some more beautiful floral arrangements by Toulies en Fleur Floral Design.
DJ services provided by Michael Tate from Chris Laich Music Services.
The Wedding Cupcakes from Georgetown Cupcake were delicious!
Thanks again to Carly & Patrick for letting us be part of the special day, we had a really fun time with all of the great family and friends. It was a beautiful wedding.
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April 15, 2011 - 9:18 pm
Beautiful pictures and an awesome wedding! <3 you!
April 15, 2011 - 10:38 pm
Wow. These pictures are spectacular. We really are a good looking bunch. I really like the staggered one in front of Healy Hall.
April 17, 2011 - 2:32 am
What a great time we had at this wedding. Pictures were really great.
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