The Blog of Toronto Wedding Photographer Jon Thorpe » Engagement

Lisa & Johan ~ A Little Bit Of Magic.

Jon Thorpe — Sun, 09 Oct 2011 01:05:47 +0000

Sometimes things are just right.

The light falls at precisely the right angle.
The humidity in the air creates an airy softness.
You have an amazing & fun loving couple to work with.
The creativity is spontaneous.

Last nights shoot was made of magic.

I first photographed Lisa & Johan in the middle of the winter last year. They loved their photos sooooo much, that they requested to do another shoot in the summer, so that they could have a variety of imagery to cherish and share.

As you can tell, I am very happy with the photos!

Amanda & Kevin ~ Engagement Signing Book

Jon Thorpe — Mon, 04 Jul 2011 18:26:44 +0000

Happy Canada Day and Independence Day everyone!

I just thought I would post the album spreads from a little Engagement Signing Book that I have been working on. For those of you who don’t really know what these are all about (and why they are so cool), it’s a 8 x 10 photo book that contains both stunning photos as well as blank areas for guests to sign / write short messages in.

These books are a great way to display engagement / lifestyle photographs!

Florina & Alan ~ Engaged!

Jon Thorpe — Thu, 23 Jun 2011 21:06:19 +0000

Florina & Alan are two of the most easygoing, fun and enjoyable people I have photographed – and it really shows!

We had a great time wandering the Toronto waterfront and used the time we had to capture some lively photos and to get to know each other.

Thanks Flo & Alan!

Amanda & Kevin – Engaging Imagery.

Jon Thorpe — Thu, 02 Jun 2011 15:48:12 +0000

Here are a few more teaser photos from Amanda & Kevin’s rainy day engagement shoot that we did the other week. I really love the mode and tone of these images… It’s funny, but I often get excited when they call for showers in the forecast now!

I hope that you enjoy the pics!

Jenn & Todd ~ Love in the City.

Jon Thorpe — Tue, 31 May 2011 18:45:43 +0000

The seemingly endless spring showers dissipated just in time for Jenn & Todd’s Lifestyle Engagement session – we could not have asked for better weather and were even treated to a beautiful sunset while on top of the city.

Jenn & Todd – you guys are awesome and I can’t wait for the wedding day!

Quick Shot – Rain drops and lollipops.

Jon Thorpe — Thu, 26 May 2011 03:01:49 +0000

I’m currently in the studio listening to the thunder, while my sopping wet clothes dry from tonight’s FUN engagement shoot with Amanda & Kevin.

A little (or a lot) of rain can be a great natural element to play with!

Johan & Lisa ~ A Night in Toronto

Jon Thorpe — Thu, 03 Mar 2011 20:58:59 +0000

I love night shoots!

If you ask almost any photographer what the best time to shoot is, they will likely speak of the “Golden Hour” and the soft warm light associated with the magical, near twilight, time of day. But if you ask me, the best time to shoot is when the sun goes down and the city lights take over with an orchestra of color. Greens, blues, yellows… It’s a great time to play with the ambient light temperatures and create dynamic imagery.

For this winter shoot, Johan, Lisa and myself explored the city, looking for great light – while trying to stay warm!

Sarah & Naomi ~ Silhouette Engagement Photo

Jon Thorpe — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 18:37:45 +0000

When a photo sits on my desktop for awhile, it generally means It’s one of my top picks and that I look to it for inspiration. This photo of Sarah & Naomi has been proudly displayed on it for months! I just love the figure, expression and simplicity that this silhouette brings out.

I can’t wait to post more from this session, plus some of the wedding images as well!

Christina & Matt ~ A Rockin’ Engagement Shoot

Jon Thorpe — Thu, 27 Jan 2011 03:26:33 +0000

I’m only going to post one photo today – but it’s a fun one!

Stephanie & Jonathon – Toronto Engagement Shoot

Jon - Union — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 02:31:54 +0000

Time to kick it up!

Jon & Steph are a rockin’, vibrant and fun couple! We had a great time roaming the streets of Toronto, hunting down fun locations that would reflect their energy. I think that this may be one of my most colorful sets yet!

Check soon for photos from the wedding and day after shoot!