A little over ten years ago, Barry and I were sitting in the Canadian countryside at the most beautiful winery, The Good Earth Food and Wine, near Niagara-on-the-Lake. It was a blue-sky and sunny day, and the charm of the winery, coupled with the delightful lunch we ate there, got us thinking that it would be an absolute dream to photograph a wedding there.
Well, fast-forward to October 10, 2026, and we were right back at The Good Earth Food and Wine to photograph a wedding!
Yes, our photography dream came true, but seeing the dream of Lauren and Paul’s wedding dream come true was a million times better. To marry your best friend among the grapevines of The Good Earth, and to celebrate your marriage with your families and best friends…. well, there really are no words to describe such wedding perfection.
The entire wedding weekend was pure perfection! Lauren and Paul not only planned the most beautiful wedding day, but also a few thoughtful and fun events on the days leading up to it. From organized winery tastings, to a Welcome Dinner the night prior to their wedding, every single moment proved this couple’s graciousness, class, and also their love and appreciation for their guests. No detail was spared, down to the goody bags providing personalized boxes of trail mix, wine bottle openers, full bottles of wine, and some liquid IV for post-party electrolytes! And of importance to note, Paul’s sister, Rachel, made the personalized wedding dress cookies *and* the wedding cake! She has such a talent!
Lauren and Paul’s wedding day was no short of laughter, toasts, dancing, and magnetic energy! The party went on into the wee hours of the night, as the DJ cranked electronic favorites and sparklers blazed on stage.
We have been *so* blessed to photograph TWO weddings in Paul’s family (shoutout to Becca and Andrew who brought us on board with their 2023 wedding!) Our hearts are so full for knowing this family, and to have been asked to be a part of Lauren and Paul’s wedding extravaganza weekend! Thank you, thank you, thank you, Lauren and Paul!
I could keep going on and on about how wonderful this couple is, and also the magnificent details of the weekend, but instead, I’ll let you take a look at some images that tell the story of Lauren and Paul’s wedding day…
Cake and Wedding Dress Cookies: Rachel VanRyzin
Ceremony Musicians: Toronto String Quartet
Ceremony and Reception Venue: The Good Earth Food and Wine Co.
Cookie Table: Friends and Family
DJ: Nonstop Entertainment Toronto
Florals: Threads & Blooms
Hair Artistry: Studio 391 Saloon
Invitation: Minted
Makeup Artistry: The Bridal Glam Co.
Photographer: Lavender Leigh
Transportation: Prestige Limo – Niagara
Videographer: First Look Films
Wedding Gown: The Lovely Bride – Rochester