Whether you're dreaming of a small, intimate ceremony, a romantic elopement, or a large, lavish affair, British Columbia's Pender Island, the Gulf Islands, and Whistler offer a plethora of stunning wedding venues to choose from.
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Starting with Pender Island, let's delve into the charming <a href="https://www.poetscove.com/weddings-functions/packages" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Poets Cove Resort &amp; Spa</a>. This venue offers a majestic seaside setting for your vows. With options for small intimate weddings to larger parties of up to 200 guests, the resort captures the heart with its breathtaking views of the harbour and luxurious amenities.
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Moving to the Gulf Islands, <a href="https://www.hastingshouse.com/plan-an-event/weddings/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Hastings House Country House Hotel</a> on Salt Spring Island is an idyllic venue for a romantic, intimate wedding. This charming 22-acre resort offers a serene setting with its beautiful gardens, expansive lawns, and views of the harbour.
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For larger weddings, the Gulf Islands' <a href="https://www.golfgaliano.com/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Galiano Island Golf Course</a> is a fantastic choice. With its stunning views of the ocean, mountains, and forests, this venue can accommodate weddings of up to 150 guests. Their new clubhouse offers a modern, rustic setting for your reception.
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Finally, let's journey to Whistler. For those seeking an intimate, mountain wedding, the <a href="https://www.thebrewcreekcentre.com/meetings-retreats/venues/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Brew Creek Lodge</a> is perfect. Nestled in the forest, this venue offers a tranquil, secluded setting for a small wedding or elopement.
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For larger weddings, the <a href="https://www.chateau-whistler.com/gather/weddings/" target="_blank" rel="noopener">Fairmont Chateau Whistler</a> is a luxurious choice. This world-class resort can accommodate weddings of all sizes and offers breathtaking mountain views, elegant banquet rooms, and exceptional service.
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Each of these venues offers something unique, making them some of the best wedding venues on Pender Island, the Gulf Islands, and Whistler. No matter the size of your wedding, these venues are sure to provide a picturesque setting for your special day.

Finding Your Perfect Wedding Venue: Exploring Pender Island, the Gulf Islands, and Whistler

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Every couple is emanating love and warmth on their wedding day. This couple's love and tenderness for each other extended to all those who travelled to witness their special day. One of the most warm and welcoming weddings I've ever had the pleasure and joy of photographing!

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"Karena captured the essence of us in our wedding and engagement photos. We felt at ease in her presence which allowed us to both relax and express our true selves with each other! She worked with us to create images that we felt best represented us and who we are with each other. Her attention to detail allowed us to relax and enjoy the day. And her commitment to ensuring we had all the images we desired means we now have a collection of photos we love!"

Lydia L.

"Karena has such a beautiful vibe. She is a heart-lead, generous woman."

Kip C.

“Wow!! Such beautiful pictures! My goodness! And the lighting! You've made my daughter look so photogenic! And you caught her and all of us in such natural and beautiful ways!! They are beautiful. Your photos are truly beautiful !!!!

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"Karena, Thank you soooo very much for the photos! We are absolutely thrilled and they are incredible! The lighting and magical moments, the expressions and flow are all captured so beautifully. You certainly have a gift!"

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My Wedding Collection Two is the perfect option for the bride choosing a smaller, more intimate wedding or elopement venue, but who desires the same quality photo coverage of her most memorable moments. Let's explore together how I can help make your wedding day truly memorable by capturing the highlights of your love story through the lens of my camera.

Wedding Collection Two

I am super excited to offer my "Say I Do on Pender Island" Wedding Collection.This greatly reduced offering is my gift to couples tying the knot on my beloved Pender Island, that I've called home for almost a decade. This exclusive island collection includes my favourite outdoor locations for both engagement and wedding photos. I am committed to providing you with not just images, but memories, preserving a hundred of your most precious moments in high-resolution digital photos.Before we set out on our photographic adventure, we'll sit down for a pre-shoot consultation, in-person or on a Zoom call. This is where your story and vision take centre stage, guiding me and my camera lens to capture your unique love in the most authentic way possible. This conversation also begins our connection so, on the day of your wedding, you feel relaxed and confident knowing I will deliver on my promise to expertly provide photos that capture the highlights of your day. Including those candid, timeless moments such as a laugh, a loving glance, a happy tear. You will be able to relive the magic of your wedding day anytime through your private online gallery. A carefully curated collection that forever captures your love and joy at the beginning of your journey as a married couple.As you prepare to say "I Do", I am ready to help you remember this day, through beautiful photographic keepsakes. Let's celebrate your love story together, capturing it in a way that you'll be delighted to revisit again and again.

Wedding Collection "Say I Do on Pender Island"

This 2-Hour Adventure Session captures your candid, carefree moments outdoors engaged in a favourite outdoor activity you enjoy as friends, family or as a couple. Choose an experience that resonates with you such as hiking a forest trail or walking and exploring the seaside - and have me join you to capture all the beautiful candid moments of fun, love, and joy.

Outdoor Adventure Session

This 1-Hour session captures the love and playfulness of a family in one outdoor location such as a favourite local park or beach where you and your children like to spend time - a beautiful outdoor space where I can capture your family's delight and playfulness with my camera.

Family Session

I am delighted to offer you my "Say I Do" Destination Wedding Collection that reflects my love of travel to beautiful places around the world and merges it with my passion for photographing people in gorgeous natural settings. When you book me as your Destination Photographer for your Wedding in Hawaii, your Wedding photography is covered for free - my gift to you when you cover the cost of my return air travel, transportation to and from the hotel, and 4 nights of hotel stay. Having travelled to Hawaii many times, I have a deep love for the spectacular natural beauty and lighting of the Hawaiian islands and a deep respect for her indigenous people and their Aloha spirit. Having the opportunity to photograph your wedding on one of these beautiful Hawaiian islands would be a dream come true! This exclusive Hawaiian island collection includes my favourite outdoor locations for your pre-wedding and Wedding Day photos. Also included is a Zoom consultation to discuss your preferences and vision, allowing me to understand and capture the essence of your personality and love as a couple. Each of the 200-300 edited, high-resolution digital images your receive in a password protected online gallery will serve as a beautiful, timeless reminder of the special moments we captured of your beautiful wedding. It is always an immense joy and privilege to creatively and expertly document a couple's nuptial journey and provide you with a collection of images that will forever celebrate the love and happiness of your special Wedding occasion.

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VANESSA & AJ's WEDDING | SEASTAR WINERY & WOODS ON PENDER, PENDER ISLAND, BC

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