This past weekend I had the opportunity to shoot the “Big Gay Wedding” which is an annual event that is organized by local radio station Proud FM. Shooting from atop of the world at one of Canada’s most famous landmarks, the CN Tower, was quite an experience and not only because of the panoramic vista!
Kathy & Keena were the first couple to walk the isle to be legally united, followed by a ceremony for Steven & Byron. The ever inspiring Brent Hawkes, was minister to the wedding and shared stories of what it was like to unite the first gay couples in Toronto, under the protective armor of a bullet proof vest while being flanked by bodyguards. Needless to say, things have changed quite a bit since then and I am extremely proud to be a citizen of a nation where equality and the right of marriage is granted to all couples, regardless of their orientation. Love has no boundaries.
Both ceremonies were very boutique and intimate affairs, with close friends and family at hand to bear witness. It has to be said though, that even though these were smaller ceremonies, the room was absolutely filled with positive energy!
And here are some of the photos!
A big thanks goes out to Ryan and Erika of Rowell Photographer for inviting me out to this event and also to Proud FM for putting it on!
