Wedding Photography at MacLaren Art Centre in Barrie
Evan + Lacey | Wedding Photography Fusion in Barrie, ON
Evan + Lacey are married! YAY!!! We have been eagerly anticipating this day, since the first moment they asked to capture their wedding day! We knew it was going to be a great day for a few reasons. First, Evan + Lacey rock the house (Seriously, Evan is a brilliant home renovator, who does outstanding work. Literally, they rock the house!). Second, they have impeccable taste in friends (Jen + Darren, Shelley + Ian … the list goes on). And third, they chose to celebrate their big event at the MacLaren Art Centre, a vibrant public art museum located right in downtown Barrie.
We first met Evan + Lacey back in February 2011 at the snow-capped wedding of Jen + Darren at Hockley Valley Resort in Orangeville, ON. We ran into them several months later, while capturing the summer wedding of Shelley + Ian at Horseshoe Valley Resort in Barrie. When it came time to choose a photographer for their wedding day, we were so honoured that Evan + Lacey asked us to document their special occasion. We knew it would be a wonderful day, and a fun time of reuniting with our good friends.
We started the day with the guys at Evan + Lacey’s gorgeous, newly renovated home. When we arrived, the two dads were outside bonding and waxing the upscale vehicles for the day. Lacey would arrive in a BMW, and Evan would drive up in a metallic, gray Corvette. Evan gelled his hair, then put on his suit and tie. He was ready! Izzy, their fun-loving dog, greeted Evan with doggie kisses and a handshake, before heading out to play fetch.
We arrived at Shelley + Ian’s home to meet Lacey and the ladies as they prepped for the day. They were the picture of ease, as they sat around sipping juice and sharing stories. Lacey slipped into her stunning lace gown (Lacey wore lace!), as her mother fought back happy tears. We got a few shots of Lacey in her dress, then went back to their home for the First Look.
You could feel the love, as Evan saw his bride-to-be for the very first time in her wedding dress. Lacey presented him with a gift (his first watch in years!), and they headed to the backyard for photos. After a brief creative session with the family and bridal party, we drove over to the MacLaren Art Centre for the ceremony.
The ceremony was short and sweet. Lacey surprised Evan with a slight change to the vows (“Through good times and renovations”), which delighted him and the crowd. They said their vows, kissed and were declared to be husband and wife by their super cool, motorcycle-driving, bearded officiant. They exited the room and were met with hugs from their loved ones.
Then, it was time for the staff to transform the room, while the guests enjoyed cocktails in the level below. We brought the newlyweds and their bridal party outside the venue (and in the courtyard) for more photos. Once the reception hall was ready, we went upstairs to survey the room.
Then it was time for the reception, complete with a grand entrance, heart-felt speeches and a delicious dinner. Evan + Lacey cut the cupcake with the same knife used at her grandmother’s wedding. Then, it was time for their first dance. To keep the dance party going, Evan grabbed his mother and they shared a dance together. Then, Lacey and her father cut a rug to a choreographed routine of “Good Golly Miss Molly.”
Congratulations Evan + Lacey! Thank you for inviting us to capture your wedding day. We had so much fun! We can hardly wait for your Rock The Dress session!
THE TEAM
Photography Fusion: Darlington Studios
Venue: MacLaren Art Centre
Band: Dirty Little Swing Thing
Decor: Elite Party Rentals
Music: “Through and Through” by The Royal Sons, licensed by The Music Bed
Thank you so much for making our day extra special! You ROCK!!!
Ahhh! What a beautiful video! LOVE the “bridesmaids” photo. Thank you for letting me be a part of your special day!!
LOVE, LOVE, LOVE!!!!! Can’t wait to see the rest of the pics 🙂 Paul and Melanie, you are awesome!!!
I can’t stop watching it, thankyou Melanie and Paul you truly are the best!
Soooo amazing!!! What a beautiful video (and yes I cried!!!) Such beautiful photos! We love you two as a couple and wish you nothing but the best for your future!!!! PS we’d love to get together soon! Want to come visit Ptbo??
Beautiful, wonderful, fabulous – having a very hard time seeing the photos thru my happy, happy tears!!!!
thank you so much for sending me the pictures of Evans wedding I remember the boys when they were so young.
I am more than sorry to hear off the passing of your mother,I know it is hard for you, but when God closes a Window he opens a door. So my friend, I only wish I could be there for you to
have a extra shoulder to lean on.
With every good wish,
L,Leona
This is so amazing!!! I want to get married again, so I can get fantastic pictures/videos like this!!!
You’re so beautiful Lacey! Evan you looked okay too. 😉
I had such a wonderful time at your wedding!
Lacey, you are everything I thought you would be on your wedding day, a beautiful, classy, sweet bride; Evan, classic and handsome with such a love for your Lacey!!
This video of Lacey and Evan, along with the photos was incredibly beautiful, stunning, loving..brought out the true love of this couple.
As their decorator and rental company, we were truly blessed to be a part of Lacey and Evans day. This couple magnifies what marriage should be, and it is not difficult to see where they get it from.
We absolutely loved working with the two of you, and your family. I send you best wishes for a very long, healthy and loving life together as husband and wife. xxxx
Congratulations to both of you! This is à marvellous video with beautiful pictures,
Be happy and have a great Life together!..
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From someone in Whitby.
Once again, it amazes me how incredibly talented and awesome you are, Melanie and Paul. You both are so gifted in being able to bring out the best in everyone and capture it perfectly.
Congrats to Evan and Lacey!
Simply beautiful!!!
congrats again to Lacey and Evan. Everything was perfect.
Lacey you were soooo beautiful. Happy we could share you day.
LOL – Jane
OMG,Icannot stop watching & the tears are FLOWING!!!!! You & Evan are one beautiful & fabulous couple,I only wish you both the very very best of life, health & happiness for ever!!!
Love Aunt Linda
Wow! What can I say! It’s fantastic! Loved the background music, the montage! Well done! Very nice souvenir to cherish forever!
It was like a prelude to a good movie flick! Really! It was great!
It really showed the true love that you have for each other! May it last forever!
Congrats! Love you guys! Aunt Jocelyne xoxoxo
Congratulations Evan and Lacey! You are a beautiful couple and want to wish you the best ever.
Love Gisele Roussel ( Jocelyne’s mom)
I truly enjoyed the video since I was not at the wedding.
My best wishes for a happy life – you are an amazing
couple. Congratulations !
Love, Hédore oxoxoxo
Congratulations! Very nice photos 🙂
Congratulations to both of you! The photos are beautiful as was the wedding and reception. Best wishes for the future.
Beautiful video and pictures, I wish I had something like this from my wedding….
Gorgeous!!!
Congrats again & all the best Lacey & Evan!!!
Lacey and Evan-Beautifull wedding photos. Best wishes
What a beautiful wedding!!! We’ve waited a long time for this and I am so happy for Evan and Lacey – Lacey was so gorgeous (as always – but even more gorgeous!!!) – same with Evan – soooo handsome!!. Loved all the special details and touches. The photos are incredible – we will all remember such a lovely wedding. It was absolute pleasure to be there.
Congratulations!!!!!!!!!!