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AMY & KEITH – LIBERTY VILLAGE ENGAGEMENT SHOOT

daveabreu — Thu, 29 Apr 2010 03:19:30 +0000

I have known Keith for quite some time from my days at Insomnia Restaurant & Lounge. Every week he would spin his dirty drum ‘n bass tunes over a tasty pint of Guiness. Oh, how things have changed….

I was elated when Keith and his beautiful fiance Amy called me for a consultation. They are two of the coolest, down-to-earth people I know and I am excited to shoot their wedding in a few weeks.

Here are some favorites from our Liberty Village engagement session. Feel free to leave comments and don’t forget to subscribe to my blog for updates and contests. This summer we are giving away a free Engagement/Love Session, with a bunch of other goodies, to one lucky couple (valued at over $1000). So sign up before it is too late.

These two are awesome!! This could have easily been a 10 picture spread.

I love this shot. It truly shows their love for one another.

RANA & FRANCO – TORONTO WEDDING

daveabreu — Wed, 28 Apr 2010 05:58:44 +0000

Often chaos and stress usually wind up overshadowing what should be important parts of the day. But, when I arrived at the bride’s house to get some prep. shots, I was pleasantly surprised at how calm and serene everyone was.

I always feel so honoured when given the responsibility of capturing and immortalizing these precious moments, and this was no exception. Rana and Franco were such a nice couple to work with – it really did make my job easy and enjoyable.

I hope you enjoy a few of my favourite images from their beautiful Toronto wedding. A special thanks to Kelvin for shooting with me and to the staff at Paramount Conference and Event Venue.

This is one of my all-time favorites. I love finding interesting and unique ways of showcasing wedding gowns and important wedding details. This image has an ethereal quality to it that I love.

This is what it is all about for me. There is nothing like natural light to create beautiful imagery, and Rana made a beautiful bride ... it looks like those days modeling for Danier Leather really paid off!!

I love this detail shot of the groom's boutonniere. The fall-off on those primes are so buttery...I love it!! (camera jargon)

In terms of photojournalism, this is my best shot to date. A bride walking up the aisle with her Dad/loved one is arguably one of the most important shots to have. I love the peaceful and subtle emotion that comes through in this image.

How cute are these two!

Thank you Rana & Franco for a great time at your wedding. I look forward to capturing other milestones of your lives together.

ANA RITA & DENNIS – DESTINATION WEDDING – BAHAMAS

daveabreu — Wed, 14 Apr 2010 04:12:08 +0000

Trying to catch up on my blogging…I am 4 or 5 posts behind…bear with me.

This destination wedding in sunny Bahamas was awesome! We had a few weather scares throughout the week and had to change ceremony locations a few times. As the stormy weather loomed on the day of the wedding, Ana and Dennis decided to forego their original plans of a beach side ceremony on Paradise Island for an indoor alternative. As we were boarding the bus to the ceremony venue, the weather took a turn for the better and the wedding planner re-routed us to a gorgeous outdoor venue overlooking the beach just minutes from our Riu Paradise Resort. Here are some of my favorites from this beautiful wedding. I had an amazing time with these two families and I look forward to documenting future milestones for them!

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How to quit your day job…Awaken your senses!

daveabreu — Wed, 24 Mar 2010 01:40:14 +0000

I have always believed the only way to be happy and to succeed is to chase the thing you are most passionate about. You have to immerse yourself in your craft and surround yourself with people who you respect and who inspire you.

Over the weekend, I attended a workshop that changed my life and will change the path of my business. At the Gladstone hotel, the AWAKEN workshop was born, the brainchild of a handful of Toronto’s top Wedding Photographers. This two-day event showcased 8 amazing speakers and brought together 150 of Ontario’s best photographers in one room to learn, share, and inspire each other.

If you are starting your photography business and are looking for practical information on how to make it a successful endeavour, or if you are already successful and want to breathe new inspiration and creativity into your work, the AWAKEN workshop is for you. Check it out, sign up for the next one and get ready to quit your day job!

Preeya & Raj’s Berkeley Church Engagement Photography

daveabreu — Tue, 23 Feb 2010 01:42:47 +0000

It almost seemed as though this engagement shoot was never going to take place. Preeya and Raj were continuously derailed by uncompromising weather, and after many attempts to get together, they decided not to allow mother nature to rear its ugly head again. So, we took the shoot indoors, and spent an afternoon at the Berkeley church. In my opinion, it is one of the best wedding venues in the city, offering a multitude of photographic options. And, combined with a photographic pair like them, it was hard not to feel inspired.

Here are some of my favorites from their E-shoot. Feel free to leave your comments, and don’t forget to subscribe to my blog.

Ana Rita & Dennis – Bahamas Engagement Shoot

daveabreu — Fri, 19 Feb 2010 05:16:26 +0000

Here we are in sunny Bahamas, again!

Surrounded by their amazing families and friends, I was honored to capture Ana and Dennis’ wedding events last week on Paradise Island. These two were an incredible couple to work with, and I would like to thank them for taking me away from the cold Toronto weather to the warmth of the Caribbean!

Here are a few pictures from their E-shoot, a couple of days before tying the knot. They don’t look nervous at all, do they?

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Amitoj & Sundeep – Sikh Wedding Photography

daveabreu — Mon, 01 Feb 2010 01:09:28 +0000

What better way to get over our jet-lag from our month long trip to India than to jump into the 2010 season with an incredible wedding.
This wedding was put together in no time by SAPNA weddings, and on short notice, we were happy to take part in Amitoj and Sundeep’s beautiful day.
The Ceremony was held in Punjab, India (unfortunately before we arrived), so here are some of my favorites from their reception at Versailles Convention Centre in Mississauga.
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Cathy & Dylan – Toronto Engagement Photography

daveabreu — Fri, 11 Dec 2009 10:43:32 +0000

This East coast couple were incredible to shoot.
With winter starting to bear down on us, we managed to pick what is starting to look like the last warm day of the year.

Here are some of my favorites:

Rana & Franco – Toronto Engagement Photography

daveabreu — Sun, 22 Nov 2009 06:03:58 +0000

This beautiful couple met on a trip to Cuba some years back and although nothing ever heated up on that trip, they remained good friends. Until one day…

Here are some of my favorites from their e-shoot, feel free to leave a comment and subscribe to my blog.

Andrew & Katie – Ottawa Wedding Photography

daveabreu — Sat, 14 Nov 2009 21:04:25 +0000

One of the benefits to being a wedding photographer, is the travel.
Now I know Ottawa will never be confused with the beaches of Mexico or the quaint cobblestone paths of Paris but I never knew our capital was so beautiful. Andrew and Katie’s wedding gave me an opportunity to see more of this great province.
Here are a few shots from their big day, feel free to leave comments.
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I love the feel of this shot. Dress waiting to be worn.

Getting ready...

How cute are these guys?

Little smooch lit by the sun.

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