This happened this past weekend. Tony Diab from Halifax proposed to his girlfriend Carmen and she said YES!
The surprise proposal took place at One Restaurant in the Yorkville area of Toronto, one of Canada’s exclusive shopping district.
Congrats Tony & Carmen. May the days ahead be filled with great moments.
Located in the heart of The Six, Eva and Demian’s engagement shoot at Toronto’s High Park was casual but romantic.
A popular location for all different kinds of photography, High Park is officially Toronto’s largest park. The beautiful landscape has something for everyone – even the non-outdoorsy type! There are hiking trails, fields and streams, as well as picnic spots and off-leash dog runs. Not only that, but within the limits of the park there is also a large waterfront along Grenadier Pond, a restaurant/cafe, an adventure park, and even a zoo!
The couple walked the trails hand in hand, stopping to cuddle on the grassy shore by the water. They playfully whispered and giggled when they took a break to sit on a bench by a fountain.
The summer sunset broke through the tree leaves and made for a significantly romantic background. High Park’s natural and green surroundings were perfect for the two celebrating their recent engagement.
To see other outdoor Engagement Sessions in Toronto, have a look at these previous posts:
Toronto Engagement Photos | Stephane + Nick
Toronto Island Engagement Photos
Distillery District Engagement Photos
Located in Hamilton, Ontario, these Valens Lake Conservation Area engagement photos featured the couple hiking, camping and boating. Jen and Andrew’s outdoor adventure is inspiration for any newly engaged couple looking to have an engagement session.
The large park not only has beautiful wooded areas, streams, and trails, but also offers a variety of activities for campers and non-campers alike. Always the outdoorsy type, the couple was comfortable, laid back and absolutely in their element. They laughed and played among the trees. Andrew joked, and Jen was beaming.
Following a walk down the park’s long wooden bridge, the pair suited up in life vests and took their boat out on the water at sunset. The laughter continued as they rowed, with Jen’s giggles echoing across the lake.
Next, it was time to set up camp for the night. Always a gentleman, Andrew did the heavy lifting and hiked carrying the big pack while Jen was in charge of the smaller equipment.
The tent was up in record time (either that, or tent time flies when you’re having fun!). The champagne was popped; blankets laid out. The couple cuddled in the glow of the tent light.
This engagement session was especially romantic. Not only did the pictures showcase Jen and Andrew’s deep love for one another, but also revealed their outgoing and bubbly personalities. Even without knowing them, you absolutely get a sense of how much fun these two have together.
Are you considering an outdoor winter engagement session? Tis the season, after all!
Check out these older posts:
Christmas Engagement Session
Winter Engagement Photos at Dundurn Castle in Hamilton
Distillery District Engagement Photos
Tiffany and Yan headed East for their engagement photos in Montreal’s historic Old Port. Unlike Paris, the French-speaking city and Canada’s cultural epicentre is a quick drive, train or plane ride from the GTA.
Century-old buildings line the cobblestone streets of Vieux-Montreal, similar to those seen overseas. European influences are also notably reflected in Montreal’s quaint cafes and bistros, as well as art galleries, trendy boutique hotels, and horse-drawn carriages.
Among them, directly in front of Victoria Square Park, is Montreal’s World Trade Centre. Although the exterior might look like any other building you would expect to see in this metropolitan city, it is certainly not at all common.
Completed in the early 90s, the centre was built with the intention of unifying and preserving the victorian-era buildings. Surrounding a multi-level atrium, the existing facades were integrated with the new. As a result, an indoor city-within-a-city was created, complete with exterior features. For example, ornate street lamps, a reflecting pool, manicured hedges, stone staircases and a sculptured fountain. Additionally, the significantly large skylight ceiling gives a vast view of the skies above. Natural light shines down onto this little indoor village; a grand space that offers refuge from the city’s extreme weather.
While some couples opt for casual engagement photos, Tiffany and Yan chose to dress up for their photo shoot. Tiffany looked beautiful in a sapphire blue high-low gown, while Yan looked equally sharp in his tie-less tailored suit. Their attire was undeniably flawless.
In short, despite being located in a busy area surrounded by a hotel, businesses and a Metro station, Montreal’s World Trade Centre turned out to be a private and intimate engagement session for the pair.
New homeowners Alyssa + Paul were giddy and playful during their indoor winter engagement photos in Oakville, Ontario. Two exciting new adventures for the couple were being captured: the purchase of their first home together plus their recent engagement. With so much to celebrate, their happiness, enthusiasm and joy radiated in every shot!
On the front steps of their home, you immediately get a sense of their playful nature. Each of them has a personalized NHL house key featuring their favourite rivalling hockey teams – none other than Canada’s original six rivalry, Montreal versus Toronto. Despite Alyssa being a die-hard fan of the Canadiens and Paul’s unwavering support of the Maple Leafs, they’re able to laugh about it. Their love transcends the good old hockey game!
Inside, the bright and open space of their new abode gave them lots of room to dance around. They had Nelly’s 2009 hit Dilemma playing from their phone while laughing and sipping red wine among the twinkle of tea lights and tapered candles in their living room. At dusk, the two bundled up and stepped outside for a quick walk along the waterfront; cuddling to keep one another warm in the season’s crisp air. It was the perfect opportunity to take out the drone and get some aerial shots of the pair before warming back up in the kitchen with espresso in monogrammed his & her mugs.
Congratulations to Alyssa + Paul (times two)! May you enjoy your engagement, filled with laughter and exciting new memories in your new home.
Are you thinking about doing an engagement photo session but aren’t one hundred percent yet? Check out this post for ideas and tips for a creative engagement photo shoot.
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