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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!

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!

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!

Dave & Charlotte – Lifestyle Engagement Photography

Jon - Union — Wed, 22 Dec 2010 00:59:37 +0000

I have known Dave & Charlotte for years and have always admired their own photographic work, so when they asked if I would like to photograph an engagement set of them, it was an opportunity that I just couldn’t turn down. We decided to take full advantage of the gray fall skies by visiting a few edgy locations which really up the moody tone of the shoot. I really love the gritty nature of these final edits!

Thanks again D&C!

Jill & Dan – A Vibrant Engagement Shoot!

Jon - Union — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 20:17:31 +0000

Energetic, fun, vibrant, stylish… these are all words that I use to describe Jill and Dan. They are the kind of couple that you easily fall in love with and can’t stop photographing. It was definitely the case with this “Extended Play” engagement photo session!

You may also notice that I love shooting well into the evening. By doing so, I am able to capture a range of playful and sexy imagery, spanning different lighting conditions and scenes. It really gives my couples a lot of variety in their images and goes well beyond the realms of a typical engagement session.

I am not able to post everything from the session right now (It’s kinda crazy here at the studio this week) so I will leave you with these awesome teasers. Be sure to come back for the main course later on! Please comment!

### UPDATE###
This stylish and cute engagement shoot has now been featured on The Wedding Co. daily news. Click here for more photos!

Melanie & David – Toronto Engagement Photography

Jon - Union — Fri, 21 May 2010 04:21:04 +0000

I really love engagement shoots for the way that they allow me to connect with couples, make them feel comfortable and help them break down any walls that they may have when it comes to being in front of a camera. I had a fantastic time hanging out with Melanie & David for an evening and came out of the shoot with some fantastic and playful imagery that they will be able to cherish for a lifetime.

One thing that you will notice from these photos, is that my sessions are fairly long and can bridge a number of different environments and times of day. It allows me to provide my couples with a diverse range or imagery that is exciting, intimate and unique.

Thank you so much for spending an evening with me, Melanie & David. It was a pleasure working with the both of you!
I have to say that I am in LOVE with the last shot of you in your Toronto FC jerseys!

Karen & Peter – Engagement / Lifestyle Photography

Jon - Union — Mon, 19 Apr 2010 16:24:29 +0000

Some days I just can’t wait to get to work. Yes. You read that correctly!
I have been waiting all weekend to post these exciting images from my last little Lifestyle / Engagement shoot, featuring this all-too-cute couple.

We managed to beat the weather last Friday as the rain and clouds lifted and treated us to fantastic shooting conditions all through the evening. Beautiful summer like light, a vibrant twilight sky and temperatures that were on the mild side. It was absolutely perfect for a quick trip to the park, followed by a stop at a few more industrial locations to add some diversity to the imagery.

Please comment away!

Thanks Karen & Peter, for spending a fun evening in front of my lens! The next time I see the both of you, it will be as you walk down the aisle!