Same-Sex Summer Wedding at Argonaut Rowing Club
Almost 99% of the time the getting ready is one of most fun moments on the wedding day, specially for me, because I have a lot of time to play with something creative, create something new. It is the time when everyone is just relaxed, it's the calm before the storm. And Adam and Geoff's wedding morning wasn't different, it was just laughs from the beginning to the end.
Getting Ready at Le Germain Hotel Toronto Maple Leaf Square in Downtown Toronto
Adam and Geoff kicked off their wedding day at the stunning Le Germain Hotel Toronto Maple Leaf Square in the heart of Downtown Toronto—a photographer’s dream for capturing chic and stylish pre-wedding moments. One standout feature of this hotel is its incredible shower, visible from the balcony, which became the setting for one of my most creative shots to date. With Adam and Geoff up for the challenge, we captured an epic, artistic shower photo (check out the top photo of this blog!) that perfectly showcased their fun-loving energy.
Later that morning, their friends joined in the suite for some pre-wedding drinks, laughter, and light-hearted chaos (more drinks than help, of course!). Once everyone was ready, we stepped out into the vibrant streets of Downtown Toronto, right at Maple Leaf Square, which provided the perfect urban backdrop for their stunning couple portraits.
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Group Photos at Argonaut Rowing Club
This wasn’t my first time photographing a wedding at the Argonaut Rowing Club—back in 2017, I had the pleasure of capturing Chris and Lu’s special day. This time around, I had a better sense of what to expect from the venue, but as I always tell my clients, no two weddings are the same. Each couple, each day, and each vibe is completely unique, and Adam and Geoff, along with their amazing family and friends, brought an energy that was absolutely unforgettable.
For their group photos, I used the club’s stunning deck by Lake Ontario, which provided the perfect backdrop for both the wedding party and family portraits. Once those were wrapped up, it was time to shift focus to the beautiful ceremony that awaited us.
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Ceremony at Argonaut Rowing Club
As you guys probably know, I am a little crying baby when come to wedding ceremonies, specially same sex weddings. And this time wasn’t different.
With Lake Ontario as our witness, Geoff and Adam’s ceremony was beautiful, everyone that was there, really wanted to be there, everywhere I looked I could see some tiers, of course on my face as well lol. It was a such fun and emotional moment.
Reception and Sunset Couple Photos at Argonaut Rowing Club
The reception space at the Argonaut Rowing Club truly came to life with stunning decor and the incredible work of the Argonaut crew. One of the standout features of this venue is the large windows offering breathtaking views of Lake Ontario—seriously, OMG, it’s just stunning! The evening was filled with heartfelt speeches, emotional mother-and-son dances, and delicious food, making the atmosphere unforgettable.
As the evening unfolded, we made time to capture some romantic sunset photos by the water. Toronto doesn’t have too many spots for a perfect sunset, but Argonaut Rowing Club definitely ranks alongside favourites like Humber Bay Park and Toronto Island. The golden light on the water created a dreamy setting, perfect for Adam and Geoff’s couple portraits.
Back at the party, the dance floor was packed, and the vibrant lighting added a unique and colourful backdrop to the celebration photos. After a hot summer day in Toronto, I was absolutely wiped, but so grateful to have been part of such an incredible day. Adam and Geoff, thank you from the bottom of my heart for trusting us to capture your wedding—it was truly an honour!
Xoxo
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