Back in 2018, I got to travel to Japan to document Abeer + Yuki’s engagement session. They met and live together in Japan so I LOVED being able to adventure with them through their area while keeping the storytelling sentimental and authentic to that chapter in their lives. It was a rainy engagement session but the photos turned out amazing!

When I think back to Jordie + Zack's beautiful outdoor Kurtz Orchards wedding, I immediately remember how bright, sunny, and hot it was that day. It wasn't the kind of, “Ugh, I can't believe how hot it is.” Instead, it fits so perfectly with the whole laid-back romantic outdoor vibe that Jordie + Zack's wedding had, and the fun-filled energy that carried through the day made it even more special.

I love how free-spirited and relaxed, yet fun and full of personality Jessica and John's urban wedding at a rooftop at the Brooklyn Grange in Brooklyn, New York was. The day was full of high, loving energy, and it was super sweet to witness how connected both Jessica and John were to all of their friends and family, celebrating this day together like there was no tomorrow.

If there is one word that captures Courtney and Tyler's wedding day at The Symes, it's closeness. From the very start of the day to Courtney and Tyler getting married, and to everyone dancing the night away, it was so wonderful to witness how close-knit they are with their family and friends, who were all such a huge part of their day.

Sherry + Mike had a La Haut Plantation St.Lucia Wedding, and it was such a magical destination wedding. I was already very excited when I was driving to see them as I got to drive on the left side of the road which was so much fun for me since I LOVE driving in different places around the world, but the excitement got to a whole new level once I arrived at their gorgeous wedding location.

Danielle and Justin got married at Glen Drummond Farm at Dundas, Ontario with the most incredible view behind them - a vast landscape as far as the eye can see, blue skies and the sun shining above them. Talk about picture-perfect. Documentary style wedding photography by Sara Monika.

Knowing that when I get married, I will want a laid back outdoor wedding, I’ve paid close attention to every wedding venue I've photographed. I’ve been able to narrow down these top 10 best laid back outdoor wedding venues in Ontario for you that I personally have had amazing experiences with!

Before the ceremony, Leslie and Damien were able to have some alone time together at the venue. And what a gorgeous venue it was - Evergreen Brickworks. The whole day was so magical - the sun was shining bright and there was so much happiness and love in the air.

Every time I put together the Best Wedding Moments of 2019 slideshow and watch it when it’s completed, I cry my eyes out, in a good way - lol. If you want a little reminder of what matters most in life (connection + love), then watch the 3 minutes slideshow + let me take you on a raw love journey!