Downtown Toronto Destination Wedding | Ben and Amanda

We would like to think we were there when the initial fireworks between Ben and Amanda went off. Their love began to bloom into something more official about 2 years ago when we were shooting Ben's brother Jay's wedding at the Doner farm. But the truth is that Amanda had eyes for Ben over 10 years ago and during all those years that Ben may have played hard to get, he never met another girl that could hold a candle to Amanda's awesomeness.:) Thanks to Amanda's patience...her dream and their destiny has finally come true!

The most remarkable moments of the day were during the 2 hours that loved ones shared their heartwarming and humorous stories of the couple's youth and their coming together. From these epic toasts, we learned that Amanda told her family way back then that she would marry Ben. Her college roomies revealed how Amanda would date "Ben look-a-likes" but that none of them would quite measure up. It was also a treat to see & laugh at their creative music videos including several embarrassing photos and video montages of the young bride and groom. Thanks to technology, one of Ben's best friends attended (sort of) via skype in New Zealand. They also had a life size cut-out of him for photos and the dance floor!

Another cool fact that made us smile...the reception, which was held at The Old Mill Inn & Spa, was very dear to the Doners as it was the same location that Ben's parents, Rick and Dale, had their reception many years go.:)

The Doner family has a special place in both of our hearts. I (David) was roommates with Ben for the year that we spent at Teen Mania's Honor Academy and we became close friends. We've shot a couple of destination weddings in the Toronto area nearby the Doner's farm where Tammy and I have enjoyed some incredible late nights playing crazy competitive games as well as snowmobiling and other adventurous activities with Rick, Dale, Ben and newlyweds Jay and Beth. This family is definitely one of our favorites! We were so blessed and honored that they would ask us to share in their family breakfast time on the morning of the wedding. We love you guys!

Ben & Amanda - We are soooooo happy for you two! A big congrats and best wishes from us!!

Wow Amanda....so beautiful!!

What a blast we all had taking romantic photos of you two in Downtown Toronto! Such a charming pair!!

Daniel and Sarai get hitched in Sacramento California

what a pleasant arrival into Sacramento greeted by our smiling lil sis, Robin. we decided to seize the day by taking a relaxing afternoon drive through Napa Valley. it was our first visit to this beautiful area. although we didn't do any wine tastings as the vineyards were closed by the time we arrived...(we missed it by a half hour, shucks.)...we had the most amazing dinner composed of wine, cheeses and great conversation at the Auberge du Soleil. this restaurant is set on the mountain side with a breathtaking view of the sun's final rays of warmth stretching along the vast rows of Napa Valley's vineyards. sipping wine here at sunset is an absolute must before you die. a big thanks to Rod Arnold for the recommendation!

wedding time! it was a gorgeous spring day in Northern California. the sun was shining. the flowers were blooming. the breeze was blowing. the kiddos were outdoors playing. the frisbee golfers were throwing. (everyone bravely took photos despite the flying discs coming towards them!) Sarai and Daniel were laughing & enjoying each other. they were an adorable couple full of life, love & joy.

it was an honor to meet the families of some of our dear friends. the hejnys and the stamps. special thanks to Rachael Stamps for hooking this all up!!

Cheers to Daniel & Sarai!!