This past June, I had the opportunity to attend a workshop in California, hosted by Erich McVey, one of my all time favourite wedding photographers. It was a beautiful creative experience, and I have made a few tweeks in how I capture moments, and it is all for the better. I want my images to feel authentic, like you can almost hear the couple breathing when you look at the images. This may sound strange, but it makes a lot of sense if you really give it thought.

This was one of six that I had the chance to photograph, and I plan to share them over the next few months. This theme was Pattern, which showcased dainty vignettes, beautiful lace, silk tulle and a muted colours; it was a romantic coastal elopement. The deliciously curated tablescape was simple, rustic and romantic, scroll to the end of the photos to see all of the vendor details.

I only had a few minutes, and had to share the floor with 30 other photographers in order to get my images. It really forced me to think about what it was I wanted to photograph about the situation, and be more strategic with my capture. As a creative, we often feel like we have to always be innovative and fresh, and sometimes we get stumped as a result. That said, I am excited to start this new creative journey, and so very thankful to the couples who trust me with their vision, and let me run with it.

I am honoured that the session was featured today on Cottage Hill, a beautiful and inspiring fine art online journal in the US.

I would love to know what you all think about these images, so feel free to comment below, or send me a private message at nicole@lapierrephotography.com

All images taken by Nicole Lapierre Photography at the Erich McVey Workshop in Elk, California at Cuffey’s Cove Ranch ​| Creative Direction & Styling: Ginny Au ​assisted by Charlene Tea | ​Art Direction: Kaela Rawson for Ginny Au ​| Floral Design: Soil & Stem ​assisted by Tess Comrie | ​Hair & Makeup: Mimi & Taylor​ | Gown: Emily Riggs​ | ​Suit: JCrew​ | Ribbon: Froufrou Chic​ | ​Plates: The Commons​ | ​Tablecloth: Alder & Co ​| ​Napkins & Table Runner​: ​Silk & Willow ​| Models: Nata Sarafincha​ ​​& Braeden Eufemia for Option Model & Media​ | ​Paper Goods: ​Mon Voir​ | Sponsors: Neve ​Albums, ​PhotoVision​, Fuji Film​, Pixieset, Once Wed, Make & Stow