Winter Photography Video at Drysdale Tree Farm in Egbert, Ontario

Andrea + Derek | Wedding Photography Cinema in Alliston, Ontario

Andrea + Derek are married! You may remember this sweet couple from their fall engagement session amongst the trees at Drysdale’s. A few months later, we returned to the same spot for their wedding and couldn’t ask for a more spectacular winter day. Over the years, we’ve captured a number of winter weddings, but none has ever been as warm as this one. This is their wedding story.

We started the day at Nottawasaga Inn Resort, where Andrea + Derek were preparing for the day with their bridal party. Their unique and fun-loving entourage included a matron of honour (long-time friend of the bride), a bridesmaid (sister of the bride), groomsmen (brothers of the groom), a couple of cute junior bridesmaids, a best woman (sister of the groom) and a bridesman (brother of the bride). We loved the way they incorporated their family members and friends in their wedding team. Once Andrea slipped into her satin gown, her parents presented her with a treasured opal pin that belonged to her grandmother.

We made our way over to Drysdale’s Tree Farm for the ceremony and reception. But first, we tread a path to the kissing bridge hidden in the snow-covered forest for a private first look. We, then, made our way back up the hill to the greenhouse for portraits with the couple and family members. Guests began to arrive and the ceremony commenced. Andrea + Derek happily proceeded up the aisle, hand-in-hand as husband and wife. People were encouraged to provide a colourful, ink thumbprint to a canvas of a tree branch as a guest book for the event. The tables were decorated with more tree-themed details including finely cut wood slices, pinecones and maple syrup. You couldn’t ask for more appropriate decor for the wedding of professional tree climber and his bride. The evening was filled with delicious dinner, succinct speeches, kissing game trivia and dancing. Fun times.

Andrea + Derek

Derek

Shoes

Dress

Andrea

First Look

First Look

On the Bridge

Kissing Bridge

Andrea + Derek

Andrea + Derek

Andrea + Derek

Andrea + Derek

Ceremony

Ceremony

First Kiss

Mr. + Mrs.

Bridal Party

Bridal Party

Andrea + Derek

Andrea + Derek

Andrea + Derek

Andrea + Derek

Andrea + Derek

Andrea + Derek

Andrea + Derek

Family

Andrea

Bridal Party

receptiion Details

Cake

Speeches

reception Dancing

THANK YOU
Thank you, Andrea + Derek, for allowing us to capture your wedding. We wish you both all the very best!

Reception

Advice From A Tree
Stand up tall and proud.
Sink your roots into the earth.
Be content with your natural beauty.
Go out on a limb.
Drink plenty of water.
Remember your roots.
Enjoy the view!

~Ilan Shamir

THE TEAM
Photography Fusion: Darlington Studios
Venue: Drysdale Tree Farm
Hair & Make-Up: Beauty Supply Outlet
Florist & Decor: Kim Janse
Cake: Sweet B’s
DJ: Bobhawkins.com
Soundtrack: “Sent” by Josh Etheridge, licensed through Songfreedom

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41 Comments

    1. Absolutely stunning! You both look so beautiful and the scenery is unbelievable. I wish you all the best in your crazy life adventure xo

  1. Paul and Melanie you guys are amazing! What can I say the day was perfect and you captured it perfectly. Everyone had such a fun time working with you. Thank you.

  2. Andrea and Derek,

    Your video was absolutely beautiful and it captured many of your special moments throughout the day. Wishing you a lifetime of love and happiness!
    Julie ~ co-worker

  3. Andrea and Derek
    I am so happy for the two of you! The pictures and video is beautifully done capturing so many special moments! Your day was perfect and I can’t wait to see more! Love Mom

  4. Without a doubt those are the most spectacular wedding photos I’ve ever seen. A once in a lifetime coming together of the beauty of winter and warmth of Summer. I’t’s like British Columbia came to the Andrea’s & Derek’s wedding & a couple of inspired artists captured it all

  5. Stunning photos! Picture perfect wedding day! Andrea, you are such a gorgeous bride! Congratulations to you both on an amazing day and journey ahead.

  6. What a beautiful day!
    Paul and Melanie did such a fantastic job! Had so much fun. The photos and video turned out amazing.

  7. Paul and Melanie, I am overjoyed. I don’t think it could have turned out any better. I am so glad we had you two to document the day for us.

  8. Amazing job on EVERYTHING!! Andrea and Derek much love, happiness and remember to commune with nature as it will always keep you both solid!!!

  9. Gorgeous!
    Paul & Melanie you two are amazing, you captured every special moment perfectly and the video is incredible! A great keepsake. Andrea and Derek you two looked remarkable. ❤

  10. So lovely to see such wonderful photos! Congrats to Derek and Andrea for a lovely wedding, and choosing a great team of photographers!

    I’m reliving the wonderful day as I see all the photos – a lovely warm winter day.

  11. Thank you for sharing the video and amazing pictures. Beautiful couple! The Wedding was a beautifull day! Everything was lovely and you both sure worked hard. Had a wonderful time and wishing you a Lifetime of happiness together

  12. Stunning! Truly a perfect tribute to a perfect day… starring a couple truly deserving of the spotlight!!! Congratulations to you both…. may the magic of this day always she sits light on you!!

  13. Stunning pictures and a great video to always remember your special day. Beautiful wedding! Congrats Andrea and Derek, wishing you years of love and happiness.

  14. Andrea and Derek

    The video and pictures are soul-full and beautiful!

    I’m so happy for you both and wish you all the best that life offers.

    I would love to see more pictures …

  15. Great job on the video well done
    Enjoyed seeing the pictures from start to end of wedding
    Congratulations to Andrea and Derek Kent

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