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A landscape photo is better with people in it, people give context, story, feeling.

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We’ll keep it real and fun. We’ll laugh a lot. We’ll spend time getting to know each other so when the big day comes, we’re like old friends sharing memories. This is how great photos are created. We’re a team, my photos are nothing without wonderful people in them.

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I want to know your story, and have that story reflected in my photos. I want my images to capture not only what you look like, but who you really are. That’s your legacy, when your kids’ kids see images of you and they know your character from your photos.I want to know your story, and have that story reflected in my photos. I want my images to capture not only what you look like, but who you really are. That’s your legacy, when your kids’ kids see images of you and they know your character from your photos.

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It’s true; I have an odd name. It might take some getting used to but don’t worry, we’ll have plenty of time to get to know each other. It makes me smile with pride when my couples explain it to someone who mistakenly calls me Jon; we’re like old pals by that point.

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This is how great photos are created. We’re a team, my photos are nothing without wonderful people in them.

Monday, 5 March 2018

JESAKA & RYAN’S ENGAGEMENT SESSION IN THE HIGHLANDS OF VICTORIA, BC

Every so often I get the chance to work with old friends, people from soccer teams, elementary or high school, past jobs, and it’s always such a blast to reconnect with people at a totally different stage of life than when I last knew them. 

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I went to Esquimalt High School with Jesaka and Ryan, but haven’t had much of a chance to see them since high school so it was really great to catch up both during our shoot and around a fire pit with some beers this past weekend.

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 Little did we know beforehand that we would also be treated to a light show in the sky with the northern lights making a rear appearance in Victoria? Check out some of my favorites Wedding Photography in Victoria BC, from this fun and relaxed engagement session in Victoria on a private property on the side of a mountain in the highlands. 

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( Fun Fact: In high school, I was incredibly close to getting the exact tattoo that Ryan ended up getting in the middle of the high back, the legendary Led Zeppelin record label’s Angel from Swan Song records. I didn’t end up getting the tattoo but it was cool to see what I had envisioned on Ryan’s back, and as it was a pretty muggy night he was pretty comfortable without his shirt for a bit. )

Tuesday, 27 February 2018

RILEIGH & KELLY’S ENGAGEMENT SESSION AT ELK LAKE AND MT DOUG IN VICTORIA, BC

Although I didn’t know her at the time, I actually went to elementary school with Rileigh. I was a few years older, and as the rule seems to be when you’re young, you mostly just talk to kids in your own grade.

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Fast forward a few years and Rileigh’s long time best friend Farrah is now my brother’s wife, and in the lead up to my brother’s wedding last year I had the chance to meet and get to know Rileigh and Kelly, so I was thrilled when they asked if I would be their wedding photographer. 

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On Wednesday we met up at Elk/Beaver Lake in the sunshine before heading to a busy Mt Doug for a beautiful sunset, followed by wings and beer at Smuggler’s Cove pub. Here are a few favorites




Tuesday, 30 January 2018

DANIELLE & MATT’S WEDDING AT THE HARVEST GOLF CLUB IN KELOWNA, BC

Wow did I ever enjoy this wedding? After flying in the day before, I got to spend a solid day with the wedding party and close family of Danielle and Matt, getting acquainted and just having a good time.


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Big kid Dunakaroos, rap battles, candy raids, thigh deodorant, sunshine, tears, mini golf and tons of laughter are a few of the words that come to mind for this wonderful Wedding celebration Photography at The Harvest Golf Club in Kelowna.


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A big shout out to the vendors who helped make this possible:
Venue: The Harvest Golf Club
Flowers: Jennifer Simpatico
Hair/Makeup: Jenna Jones & Team
Cake: Cakery Arts
DJ: DJ Krucial K – Kalani was so helpful to me at the reception, highly recommended!

Here are a few favorites from the day Captured by Jon-Mark Photography.


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Monday, 8 January 2018

MELISSA & MARK’S QUADRA ISLAND WEDDING – VANCOUVER ISLAND WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Hanging out with Mark & Melissa throughout the journey up to and including their wedding has been such a blast.

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Their engagement session up in Ucluelet was one of my favorites I’ve shot to date, and several of the images from that shoot have won some cool awards. So naturally, their wedding on the (slightly) remote Quadra Island didn’t disappoint.


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The setting was absolutely gorgeous and as ever these two were so natural in front of the camera. Even amidst battling the flu on her wedding day, Melissa was a champ and powered through to make lifelong memories and stunning images.

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Here are a few favorites

Ceremony Venue: Camp Homewood
Reception Venue: Tsa-Kwa Luten Lodge at Camp Mudge
Flowers: Rene Larson
Melissa’s hair: Mandy @ Headquarters
Melissa’s Makeup: Teagan @ Apple Mint Aesthetics
Dress: Ladybelle Bridal

Blog resource: http://jonmarkphoto.com/melissa-marks-quadra-island-wedding-vancouver-island-wedding-photography/

Tuesday, 28 November 2017

Rileigh and Kelly's fall Wedding at Starlight lane Winery and the University Club

My connection to Raleigh actually goes way back, we went to the same elementary school and I was actually in a couple of classes with her older brother.
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 But it wasn’t until my younger brother got together (and later married) her best friend that I got the chance to meet both Raleigh and her then-boyfriend Kelly. 
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These two make an adorable pair, and I could tell after our engagement session together that the wedding was going to be easy and enjoyable. The weather threatened us on the big day but once the ceremony started at Starling Lane the sun broke through the clouds and the rain held off for most of the rest of the day.
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 I had never been to Starling Lane in the fall and the color palette was totally different but still beautiful as ever. Before heading to the reception at Uvic’s University Club we spent some time at the beach in Gordon Head and were treated with a wonderful autumn color palette on the University grounds. Here are so favorites from their big day!
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Ceremony and Photos: Starling Lane Winery
Reception: University Club of Victoria
Rileigh’s Dress: Shades of White Bridal
Kelly’s Suit: Outlooks for Men



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Thursday, 16 November 2017

ALICIA & BRANDON’S WEDDING AT MERRIDALE CIDERY IN MILL BAY, BC

I had the pleasure of meeting Alicia at Amanda & Lyall’s wedding last year; She was a Bridesmaid and little did I know at the time that she had just gotten engaged a few days prior! So with her upcoming nuptials in mind, she was paying extra attention during the whole day to all the vendors and how we worked and I’m thrilled that she contacted me shortly afterward to shoot hers and Brandon’s big day!

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As with Amanda and Lyall’s wedding, I had the pleasure of working alongside Chelsea from Paper Heart Films for the day who is always such a sweetheart to work with. We started off at one of her friends’ vacation homes in Shawnigan Lake before heading up to the beautiful Merridale Ciderworks for the ceremony and reception.

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It was wet and chilly but Alicia and Brandon braved the cold without complaint, and Brandon even took a fall in the mud at one point. These two are warm, kind, genuine people whose families are of utmost importance to them and I had a pleasure work with them every step of the way. Here are a few favorites!

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Makeup: Sonia’s Artistry
Dress: Truvelle purchased at The White Peony Bridal Boutique
Venue: Merridale Ciderworks
Videography: Paper Heart Films

Monday, 22 August 2016

Victoria, British Columbia - The Best Place for Your Wedding Close Up


There are so many great places in this world to get your wedding photos taken that it’s hard to choose just one. I’ve traveled all over and I’ve seen a lot of great landscapes. They each have their own unique “something” that makes them special. Greece is full of ancient structures and artifacts, Spain owns some of the most beautiful islands in the world, and China is bustling with huge urban centers with millions of people. Yet nothing is quite as breathtaking as the scenery in British Columbia.

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Although it isn’t always the first place people think of for wedding photos, British Columbia proves for itself that it has some of the most captivation picture-perfect spots you’ll ever find. It has something for just about everyone whether it’s the high mountains you love, the beautiful beaches that line the shores, or the rich wildlife on land and in the sea.

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It’s most cherished spot is probably it's Vancouver Island where you can find all of these things and more. Victoria, BC, not far from Vancouver, sits right at the southern tip of the island extremely close to the US-Canadian border. That is where you’ll find a photographer by the name of Jon-Mark who shows off his amazing examples of his Victoria BC wedding photography on his website at http://jonmarkphoto.com/. Jon-Mark has genuine experience shooting wedding photos in British Columbia which has turned him into an expert on the area. He often takes couples to areas on or around the island to get the perfect shot.

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For those looking for a high altitude to get your photos taken, Vancouver Island offers some pretty amazing views from its mountainous landscape. The national parks are abundant and are the perfect place to go for scenic views from the top. They even have convenient parking lots near the popular areas so you won’t have to hike up the mountain in your wedding gear! 

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Or you could stay on the low ground and pose with the impressive snow-capped mountains in your background. The low ground also offers some pretty amazing beaches as well. In some cases, you can even stand on the beach with a mountain behind you. 

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Victoria and the surrounding area is also famous for its amazing waterways. There are countless shops to rent kayaks or other boats to explore the area. Many who take the water hope for a chance to see Orcas surface in front of them, although there are plenty of other wildlife that you’re almost certain to catch a glimpse of while in the water. 

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The Canada Photo Convention has realized the quality that Jon-Mark’s photos contain and thus named him on their list of the “Top 30 under 30.” Couples love him as well! They say that being around him is a fun and light experience rather than a stressful photo shoot. They have also given him a perfect rating of 5 stars on the popular website, Wedding Wire for good reason.