{Destination Wedding -Czech Republic- Katie-Jiri} Ottawa Montreal Wedding Photographers
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Look for M in the Fall/Winter issue of Wedluxe | Ottawa wedding photographers
The much anticipated issue of Wedluxe magazine, Canada’s Luxury wedding magazine, has finally hit news stands and I could not be more pleased to be represented there among the Wedluxe Glitterati. m photography can be seen on page 115 promoting one of our specialties- boudoir photography. This stunning magazine provides potential brides with some amazing inspiration and provides some of the very best resources for wedding planners, such as Ottawa-based Marry Me Productions, invitations such as Letterpress specialists Papillion Press and an array of some of the leading edge wedding photographers available.
This issue is especially enchanting- the Daydream issue. Full of fantasy concepts that lend to stunning images that will truly inspire the discerning bride. Available June 21st – enjoy!
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{Destination Wedding in the Czech Republic} Destination Wedding Photographers
I had the wonderful oppourtunity to shoot a destination wedding in Mariansze Lazne just outside of Prague, Czech Republic with an amazing couple Jiri and Katie. Having traveled all over the world, Katie and Jiri were thrilled to organize their wedding back in the Czech Republic where he was born. They have been together for 9 years since high school and their love for each other is amazing. They were married at Becov Castle and followed with a reception at the gorgeous Esplanade Hotel. Due to my own wanderlust and love of adventure, I was thrilled to accompany them on their day and to capture this truly magical wedding surrounded by their closest family and friends. While just about everything at this wedding was five-stars… this couple was nothing but down to earth and the bride even did the “worm” on the dance floor to open up the dancing for the evening…it was so much fun…I truly hope you enjoy these images as much as I did in capturing them. I wish them an amazing honeymoon as they start their adventure together traveling to other amazing destinations nearby in Italy, France, Austria and Germany. I can’t apologise for the length of this post. There were so many more I could have added…
At the end of the night…a kiss from the bride and groom for me…a job well done!
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{New Leather albums} Ottawa Wedding Photographers
I am pleased to note that one of my favorite album companies, irisbook is now adding leather covered to their already stunning line of silk covers. They offer a modern and contemporary option for your wedding or boudoir album. I can’t wait to order a sample in my favorite blue!
I love irisbook for luxury look and feel, and especially love their image wrap and silk presentation box combination- an excellent option to showcase your favorite wedding or boudoir image.
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{Lisa & Ryan -engaged!}- Ottawa wedding photographers
Lisa and Ryan will be married this June at the Schoolhouse in Munster for an intimate ceremony with their closest friends and family- an appropriate setting for these two school teachers. We had a wonderful light chasing engagement session in downtown Ottawa and the Byward market. We had a great time shooting this session…only a few bugs bites by the river…but for light like that..worth it…thank you both very much for an amazing evening!
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{Ottawa Boudoir Photography} Ottawa Boudoir Photographers
Boudoir sessions can be a huge boost to a woman’s confidence. It is one of the most rewarding things for me as a photographer to see the moment a woman totally trusts me to see her as more beautiful than she can imagine herself, and for her to see herself as truly beautiful in her images…it’s awesome.
Many of my clients start their sessions as a gift for someone else, but in the end, they truly feel that the gift is to themselves as well. This session is for one lucky 2010 groom! Thank you to my wonderful client for letting me share some of her intimate images with you.
Thank you also to Chapeaux de Madeline in the Byward Market for providing her lovely couture headpieces. Please visit her to see more of her stunning bridal veils and head pieces. Thanks also to Victoire in the Byward market for providing the lovely vintage furniture and jewelry.
WHAT THE CLIENT SAID:
After her session: “Melanie, I had an amazing time and by doing this I feel so much more confident. You, Lori(hair) and Jill(make-up) made me feel and look like a million bucks! A huge thank you for putting me at ease and making the whole photo session so much fun. I will definitely recommend this to my girlfriends!”
After she received her images: “The pictures look AMAZING!!!! Love them! You are so talented! I can’t believe how great they look and I must say I’m a bit shocked that that’s me in those photos 😉 My fiance will be blown away once he sees them!”
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Shop InStyle for a Cure – Ottawa Wedding Photographers
On April 8th, 2010 I had the oppourtunity to capture this wonderful charity event with host Amanda O’Rielly at Ottawa’s newest wedding chapel “Weddings Instyle” in the Byward market. Featured are some of Ottawa’s best wedding vendors. The dresses are by White Haute (you must visit Dana in her new shop…some amazing gowns-some featured below). Once again Erin Carmichael of Full Bloom showing off her amazing talents with flower arrangements that are truly exquisite and elegant.
Aside from the amazing swag bags worth over $250, one lucky lady won the $1800 Tacori Neckalce…(sigh)…it was sooo lovely!
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Boudoir Photography in Wedluxe for Fall-Can you Help? – Ottawa Wedding and Boudoir Photographers
Now that the hard work is paying off, it’s time to prepare the ad and I would LOVE your help in choosing the perfect image among my favorites…Please indicate your choice in the comments box…pretty please!
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A Video Portfolio – Ottawa Wedding Photographer
I have been experimenting lately with the addition of video in my engagement, wedding, boudoir, trash the dress and family portrait sessions. It’s not the easiest thing to do to remember or know the moments that will best work in video without missing the moments that must absolutely be captured as stills. I am tuning my eye and my work flow for this as I believe it adds an amazing dimension to the final presentation of the work for the client experience. Do I think that these 10 second clips of video between still images should replace a videographer (especially a good one) – absolutely not. But I sure think they provide a sweet coursage to the still images. Let me know what you think..
Ottawa Spring Boudoir Marathon – Ottawa Boudoir and Photographer
The Winter Boudoir Marathon at the Chateau Laurier in Ottawa was so much fun, the requests are coming in to host another in the Spring! I had such an amazing time with everyone, I couldn’t wait to host another. With an amazing stylist team of Lori Dyck and Tracey Lahey each client went into their session feeling absolutely amazing and it showed through in their images. While some did it for themselves and others did it for a significant other, all agreed that they had a blast and now see themselves very differently. This is the magic of boudoir photography: to create images of women that are beautiful, intimate and elegant and make women feel incredible about themselves. As much as they are sexy, the images are a lasting testament of beauty and a celebration of ourselves that lasts so much longer than a mani or a pedi…
I hope you will be able to join us this Spring for a luxurious day at a boutique hotel here in Ottawa to capture you in this very personal and stunning portrait session.
What clients are saying: “I’m thrilled with the photos from my boudoir session with Melanie Rebane. Melanie knows exactly how to create a fun and relaxed experience: from the luxury hotel suite to professional hair and make-up services, she made me feel very beautiful and empowered. Her personality instantly put me at ease and I didn’t even feel like I was posing for photographs. The results were fantastic and I will cherish the pictures for years to come.” E.
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Planning an Intimate Wedding with Weddings InStyle- Ottawa Wedding Photographer
If you are looking for an venue for your intimate wedding or social event that has a chic new york city loft feel, then look no further than Weddings InStyle and Events InStyle. Located in the trendy Byward Market at 107 Murray Street, owner, Amanda O’Reilly takes advantage of the wonderful success of her flagship business Balance InStyle approach, built on personalized service, attention to detail and a preferred vendor network to bring high quality and value to her clients. Smaller more intimate weddings are becoming a trend as more couples are opting for an intimate soiree with their closest friends and family members while splurging on details that are personal and a unique expression of themselves. As a wedding photographer, I must say this wedding venue in Ottawa offers a rich backdrop inside and out in the Byward Market for stunning wedding images.
Events InStyle customizes each affair. The entire event space fits up to 120 guests for cocktail parties and 60 for sit-down catered dinners. Weddings InStyle takes the same turnkey approach for a memorable and hassle-free wedding day, with services that include photography, flowers, catering, hair, make-up and transportation. The intimate, well-appointed space is the most unique and modern wedding venue in Ottawa – a great alternative to the already-been-there-for-your-friend’s-wedding feel typical of most banquet rooms, hotels, city hall facilities and other comparable venues in Ottawa.
“Whether you’re looking for a simple ceremony with a few close friends and family, a reception cocktail party for 120 or something in between, we can design the perfect package for you,” says O’Reilly. “We are also proud to offer multi-faith ceremonies and can perform services in English, French, Italian and Portuguese.”
If you are interested in booking your intimate wedding reception or event with Weddings InStyle or Events InStyle, please contact Amanda.
107 Murray Street • Ottawa 613.440.4446
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Boudoir Session#3 Chateau Laurier – Ottawa Boudoir and wedding photographer
For the m photography Valentines Day Boudoir Marathon, I had the pure pleasure of working with some amazing clients and a stellar stylist team at the Chateau Laurier in Ottawa, Ontario.
I recommend boudoir photography sessions to all my clients – it makes for a unique gift to yourself or someone special -it’s always a sweet surprise ! An empowering boost of sunshine that lasts longer than a mani or a pedi, you will love boudoir!
Boudoir sessions provide an elegant, contemporary and artistic reflection of yourself. Whether you are engaged, married or single, a boudoir session is an amazing way to feel like a million dollars and have a blast doing it!
Here is an image from session #4. (Of course to respect privacy, I can only show so much! But you get the idea. This session was truly a blast! Images are only used with permission.)
Interested in booking for our Spring Boudoir Marathon in April 2010? Contact me
We will be booking another amazing luxury location in Montreal and Ottawa and treating you ladies to a fabulous session of pampering.
Interested in other cities? m photography is avaialble to shoot in locations across Canada and destinations abroad.
Hair: Lori Dyck
Make-up: Tracey Lahey
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