my style + approach
Your story, your way
Photographing weddings is about far more than just pretty pictures, it’s about preserving the feeling of your day. Every laugh, every glance, every fleeting moment deserves to be remembered exactly as it happened.
My job is to make your photography experience effortless, fun, and completely stress-free. You’ll never have to worry about posing or guessing what’s next, I’ve got you covered.
 
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what it's like working with me
 
 
My approach is relaxed, supportive, and rooted in real moments. I guide you when you need it and step back when the magic unfolds naturally.
 
 
I’m also your biggest hype girl, here to make sure you look and feel your absolute best in every shot. The result is a collection of images that feels vibrant, intimate, and unmistakably you.
 
Weddings + elopements
Up to 12hrs of coverage
Becxphotos Wedding Guide
Timeline assistance
Sneak peeks within 1 week
Online gallery with unlimited high-resolution downloads
Starting at $4,000 + HST
 
 
Questions?
Do you travel outside of ottawa?
Yes! Travel is available beyond Ottawa, with a travel fee applied for locations over 100 km at $0.75 per kilometre.
Are packages customizable?
Yes! Custom coverage is available at $500/hour, with a 1-hour minimum and up to 12 hours of coverage.
Add-ons are available upon request.
How do we book + what is required to book?
First reach out via my contact form.
For weddings and elopements, a 50% non-refundable retainer is required at the time of booking to secure your date. The remaining balance may be split into custom payment installments, with the final payment due 4 weeks prior to your wedding day.
*All retainers are automatically applied toward the total session cost.*
Are taxes included?
No, taxes are not included in package pricing. All services are subject to 13% HST, as required in Ontario.
Do you offer refunds?
No, all payments are non-refundable, including the retainer, any payments made toward your balance, and applicable taxes (13% HST).
Payments may be transferred to a future date if a booking is cancelled, pending availability.
When and how will we receive our photos?
All images are delivered through a private online gallery that you can access via a link.
Weddings & Elopements: 8–10 weeks
Engagement Sessions: 2–3 weeks
How Many photos will we receive?
Image counts vary depending on the session and coverage time. On average, you can expect:
Weddings: 600-1,000+
Elopements: 150+
Engagement Sessions: 75+
How many black & white photos will I receive?
All of them! I edit your entire gallery in colour first, then create a copy and transform every image into black & white. In other words, you'll receive both versions of every photo, with your black & white images delivered as a bonus on top of your package's photo minimum.
Do you offer sneak peeks?
Yes! Sneak peeks are included for weddings and elopements and are typically delivered within 1 week of your wedding day.
For elopements with 3 hours of coverage or less, sneak peeks are not automatically included but may be available upon request.
How long is the online gallery active/accessible?
Weddings & Elopements: 1 year
Engagement Sessions: 6 months
What happens if there’s rain or bad weather?
For weddings and elopements, weather rarely disrupts beautiful imagery. Overcast skies often create soft, flattering light, and I’m experienced working in a wide range of conditions. If needed, we can use backup locations or simple solutions like clear umbrellas. In cases of extreme weather where safety is a concern, we’ll prioritize safety and adjust plans as needed.
For Engagement sessions, if weather conditions are unsafe or not ideal (heavy rain, snow, or extreme heat), we’ll reschedule to the nearest available date.
What happens if you’re sick or unable to photograph our wedding?
In the extremely unlikely event that I’m unable to photograph your wedding due to illness or emergency, I will make every effort to secure a trusted replacement photographer. This is also why I highly recommend adding a second photographer to your wedding coverage, if something unexpected happens, they can step in as the main photographer while we source a replacement second photographer.
If a suitable replacement cannot be found, a full refund of all payments made (including the non-refundable retainer) will be issued, minus HST.
What happens if our timeline runs late?
Weddings sometimes run behind schedule, and I’ll always do my best to adapt and capture the most important moments. Coverage is based on the number of hours booked in your contract. I never mind an extra 15 minutes here or there, you’d be surprised what we can accomplish in that time.
If coverage begins to approach 30 minutes or more past the scheduled end time, additional coverage may be added at $400/hour, pending my availability. I will always communicate with you before staying longer and adding any additional time.
 
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