The room in the Villa Marco Polo was warm and inviting as I entered to see Rachael and her ladies in waiting. I had a brief moment of De ja Vu as we had previously done a boudoir shoot in the same room a few months back. It was like returning to a sweet place where magic was made. Here once again Rachael was her statuesque and beautiful self….and I got to photographer her 
. She is one of those people who are luckily enough to have the height of a top model and realness and confidence of a fabulous women. She is truly a gem to photograph! With the help of my fabulous gal Miss Carly Flint the girls make up was completed and they all looked flawless.
The photos were taking in Victoria before the ceremony where I can truly say hurricane like winds blew Racheal’s dress into magical billowy loveliness. Instead of panic Racheal worked her gorgeous raw silk gown complete with pockets and made my life as a photographer pure magic. JJ melted when he saw her for the first time and spent the remainder of the day holding her hand and looking at her with complete adoration and love.
Their reception was held at Merridale Cidery in Cobble Hill, just outside of Victoria B.C. It is an amazing place to have a wedding and the staff were phenomenal. Not to mention they have the yummiest cider ever! Mike and I bought a few bottles that we shared with our family and friends the following evening.
Racheal and JJ you both are wonderful. I loved your wedding and all of the details. Your wedding party was equally awesome and you are blessed to have such amazing family and fiends in your lives. Thank you for having us be apart of your wonderful and memorable wedding. XO Lisa
Miss Carly Flint working her magic!
A young Andie Macdowell? Does anyone else see this?
by Lisa Gratton
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