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    Lisa Ramsay Gratton / photographer

May 22, 2012

Marina and Greg || It all began at the Roxy || Vancouver Wedding Photographer

Their Love Story:

On October 1, 2008 Marina and Greg met at the Roxy, yes The Roxy.  Greg was on his way out when he caught Marina’s attention and numbers were exchanged. We had our first dinner date a few days later at and we clicked right away. We have been together ever since.



The Proposal:

We got engaged on February 25, 2012 in Playa Del Carmen at a beautiful restaurant called ALux. A two-man mariachi band came to the table to play us a romantic piece. As they started to play Greg reached into his pocket to pull out what Marina thought was going to be a tip for the two fine gentlemen, instead he got down on one knee and said “Will You Marry Me”.


What He Adores About Her:

Marina makes me orange and ginger tea when I am sick and gets me out of bed on weekends.  We laugh together and play together.  The peanut butter to my jelly that regulates my insanity… The light of my life and best friend, what’s not to love about that… just some of the things I love about her.


What She Adores About Him:

I have truly found my best friend that I love spending everyday with. I love that he can be funny, serious, mature and immature all at the same time. But most of all I love that he loves me as much as I love him.

 

Making It Official:

We are getting married at the Barcelo Tropical, Riviera Maya on January 31, 2013. We both wanted to get married on the beach with our close family and friends.

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May 25, 2012 - 2:03 am

Elaine - Big Congrats Marina and Greg!
Your photos are soo beautiful! and I love that you included your loving pet:)
You picked the best place to get married!! we were married in Mexico too… wouldn’t have had it any other way!
Wish you two all the best! xoxo
Elaine and Mike

May 25, 2012 - 3:50 pm

Lisa - Love….LOVE….LOVE! I am sooo happy for you Marina and Greg. Marina you are going to make one stunning bride.

May 25, 2012 - 4:38 pm

Lyza Steiner - AMAZING JOB LISA! marina is one of my best friends. i am actually tearing up looking at these. thanks for capturing how amazing these two really are. can’t wait for mexico!

June 2, 2012 - 10:14 am

Vivek Sinha - Amazing clarity and simplicity!

July 6, 2012 - 8:21 pm

Dorothy Hawes - Love your new website, Lisa. It was wonderful to meet you at The Bengal Affair last month. You are an amazing photographer. Hope our paths cross again. Good luck!
Dorothy

September 10, 2012 - 4:55 am

Faith Bowyer - Beautiful images. Beautiful couple. Love this post : )

May 20, 2012

Ophelia Photography Published in Real Weddings Magazine || Vancouver Wedding Photographer

In late February I was asked to take part in a Editorial Photoshoot with the Weddings Belles for Real Weddiings Magazine.   The shoot was to showcase destination inspired weddings in our own backyard.  The three themes of the shoot were Bavaria, St.Lucia and Provence.     To see the Editorial in print please pick up the latest issue of Real Weddings Magazine.  xoxo

Location: Cecil Green Park House

Design and Decor: Trousso The

Flowers: The Art of Flowers

Invites: Laura Lavender

Rentals: Upright Decor & Pedersen’s Events Rentals

Cupcakes & Cake: Buttercream Couture

Catering: Emelle’s Catering Ltd.

Dresses: (Bavaria) Aubrey in Bisou Bridal, Sarah in Happy Yellow Dress, Flower Girls in Frocks Modern, (Provence) Sarah in Isabelle’s Bridal, Aubrey in Frocks Modern Bridesmaids, flower girl in Olivia Valentina, (St.Lucia) Sarah in Something Blue, Aubrey in Frocks Modern Bridesmaid.

Make-up & Hair: Nadia Albano

Hair Pieces: Flower girls in Adorn Atelier and Sarah & Aubrey in Caroline Calvert

Jewellery: Elsa Corsi

Macaroons: Soirette

 

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June 12, 2012 - 9:36 pm

Sweet St Lucia » Buttercream Couture - [...] Photography by Ophelia Photography [...]

April 13, 2012

Vintage Styled Wedding Shoot at London Heritage Farms || Vancouver Wedding Photographer

Wedding and Event Planner, Bailey of Bailey’s Brides, recently put together this whimsical photo-shoot at a Heritage Location in Richmond BC, Canada.  With a fabulous team of wedding vendors a dream like classic story came to life behind the walls of the Farm House.  Complete with real life mother daughter models who are the bride and flower girl and two gorgeous bridesmaids this shoot came to life on the day due to the spirit of the team, the feel of the heritage home, and the child-like spirit we all held onto. We literally could feel the presence of ghosts. The heritage home with build in the 1880′s and has been restored to it original state. We wanted to highlight a vintage contemporary feel with our choice of location, decor, dress, and imagery. We feel that this image is timeless and has a story telling quality.

 Decor:  Upright Decor Rentals & Event Design

Wedding Gown:   Isabelle’s Bridal

Floral Designer: Garden Party  Flowers
Invitation Designer:  Precious Invitations
Dress Designer:  Happy Yellow Dress
Hair adornments:  Adorn Atelier
Cake Designer:  Buttercream Couture
Equipment Rentals:  Trove Vintage
Hair: Makeup Artist:  Carly Flint Makeup Artistry
Hair:    ma-luxe studios
Event Planner:  Bailey’s Bride’s
Event Venue:  London Heritage Farm

 

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April 13, 2012 - 2:54 am

Kailey Michelle Events - Fabulous Reel, Lisa! Stunning and sweetly romantic. <3 Beautiful job to all involved.

April 13, 2012 - 9:33 am

Julia Frey - Absolutely breathtaking, Lisa! The mother-daughter shots are so exquisite. Beautiful work.

April 13, 2012 - 6:24 pm

London Heritage Farm - Hi, I’m glad you enjoyed the day at London Heritage Farm. Hope to see you and many more beautiful brides back at the farm!

April 13, 2012 - 7:23 pm

bridal photo shoot — London Heritage Farm Society - [...] Brides recently put together this whimsical photo-shoot here. Ophelia Photography did the shooting, here are some of the photos and you can check them all out on her [...]

April 14, 2012 - 7:04 am

Nicole Maza - Gorgeous! Love it all! I stared at every picture, it is truly art. The Bride is stunning and her makeup is amazing. I loved the flower girl! What a beautiful little girl.

May 3, 2012 - 4:11 am

Robert - Love it, my wife is into Vintage… wouldn’t mid doing something similar to this, got me thinking!

May 18, 2012 - 5:40 pm

Samantha O'Brien - What a simply stunning photo shoot! So many fabulous ideas for a great vintage wedding. I’m particularly in love with the dress, veil and cake .. love it.

July 13, 2012 - 7:03 pm

Lovely Links For July 13th « Wed in Vancouver - [...] + This heritage home wedding shoot has us swooning [...]

July 20, 2012 - 3:24 pm

Lovely Links For July 20th « Wed in Vancouver - [...] + An engagement shoot that will make you feel all warm inside [...]

August 17, 2012 - 9:54 pm

Lovely Links For August 17th « Wed in Vancouver - [...] +  This trash the dress session is unlike any we’ve ever seen [...]

September 28, 2012 - 3:27 pm

Lovely Links For September 28th « Wed in Vancouver - [...] + We miss Granville Island and summer [...]

October 19, 2012 - 1:49 pm

Lovely Links For October 19th « Wed in Vancouver - [...] + Brock House Wedding Show isn’t the only wedding fun this weekend [...]

April 11, 2012

We are your Fairy GodMothers || The Wedding Belles Visit the Fairmont Empress Hotel || Victoria BC, Photographer

We are so thrilled to show you our fairytale themed photoshoot from the Empress Hotel in Victoria BC.   The Wedding Belles were busy princesses for the day running to and from filming and shooting.  It was busy, thrilling and absolutely fantastic.   It was then and there that I realized how lucky I am to be working with such a fantastic team of women.  I met the Belles in November at the BC Wedding Awards in which they were the hosts, and it was love at first site.   From there Miss Marion of Ma-Luxe held a soft launch of her new company and I was Carly’s date.  Her fiery red hair, amazing food making ablites, and her love of all things weddings and fashion had me at Hello!

The Belles Shoot was our official launch as a team!  We ended the day with a French 75 from the Bengal Lounge and cheers to our new endevours.  We are thrilled to move forward and have many amazing shoots and projects to showcase.  Some remain top secret for now!  But soon you will see what we are up to!  We remain passionate warriors of all things wedding and fashion.  Thank you to Jordana Dickson for the photograph above featuring our team.

A HUGE thank you to Marissa Lambert Power of the Fairmont Empress for making our Fairy God Mother team feel at home in the grand library of the hotel.  Thank you to Sarah from Adorn Atelier for designing stunning one of a kind headpieces, Blush Bridal , She She Shoes, and Foxglove Flowers, The Wedding Ring and Home for the Honeymoon.

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April 9, 2012

Blake and Heather’s Wedding in Whistler || Whistler Wedding Photographer

The wedding of Blake and Heather was held at the rooftop chapel at the Chateau Fairmont in Whistler.    It was a intimate ceremony for the couple, with only immediate family witnessing their nuptials.   Ms Marcie from Bliss Events planned the day and it was perfect.  Matt and I both want to thank Blake and Heather for their allowing us the privilage of witnessing such a special moment.  Please come up from Ohio again to visit.  xoxo Lisa

 

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April 18, 2012 - 1:08 am

Damaris Mia @ Le Magnifique - This is so lovely!! Absolutely beautiful.

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