Andrew Adams Photography

Sonia and Mike

Andrew — Wed, 18 Aug 2010 21:30:02 +0000

The reception at Da Vinci Banquet hall in Woodbridge, Ontario was simple, small, and intimate.

So often todays weddings are more of a showcase for decor, and bling.

This wedding was all about the couple, Mike and Sonia, and sharing their love with the ones that matter most.

Sonia had timeless beauty and elegance, that reminded me of Jacqueline Kennedy.

After the ceremony we made a trip out to the country side for a photo session at a Monastery in King City, Ontario.

What a gorgeous location to shoot!

Congratulations Sonia and Mike!

Margaret and John

Andrew — Tue, 27 Jul 2010 03:50:05 +0000

One of my favorite Downtown Toronto venues – The Rosewater, a stunning Bride, and a perfect overcast day!

The day started off wet!! with thunder showers, but I convinced Margaret that all will be well!

My favorite time to shoot is right after the rain! Everything looks fresh and the colors so vivid!

Luckily by the time we left her house for the ceremony, it was all cleared up.

The reception was really beautiful, simple and elegant, took place at The Rosewater in Toronto.

I have photographed several of Margarets friends weddings in the past, it’s always nice catching up with my previous couples at weddings.

Congratulations Margaret and John! And a special thanks to my fabulous assistant Yianni!

Shafreen and Guri’s Pre wedding shoot

Andrew — Fri, 16 Jul 2010 03:22:34 +0000

Shafreen and Guri are one of the cutest couple’s I have had for some time! We had such fun time shooting their engagement photos at the Boiler House Restaurant, and Distillery in Toronto.

I am so looking forward to their wedding next month! Be sure and check back for the post wedding post!

Masala! Mehndi! Masti!

Andrew — Wed, 14 Jul 2010 22:42:51 +0000

I was honored when the organizers of Masala! Mehndi! Masti! asked me to participate in their artist walk at their annual festival next weekend.

If you’ve never been it is the largest multi-disciplinary South Asian arts festival outside of South Asia.

A selection of my fine art prints from India will be available for sale at the event next weekend – July 23-25, 2010, in Toronto.

All proceeds from the sale of these images go to support children’s educational programs in India, via Asha for Eduction Canada.

A wonderful organization that I am very proud to be a part of.

So come get inspired by some of the best South Asian Culture, art, dance, music, and culinary delights.

For a sneak peak of the festival check out this video clip from Breakfast Television featuring a few of my favorite images to be sold;

For more information on the event Please visit the MMM website.

Hope to see you there!

Anna and David

Andrew — Thu, 01 Jul 2010 19:54:24 +0000

I love shooting weddings with other photographers, it gives me the opportunity to get some really great shots when the bridal party is not so focused on MY camera!

Kim Lovell asked me to help her out with Anna and David’s wedding last month in Toronto, I’ve been friends with Kim for sometime now and always enjoy shooting with her.

Feels much less like work and just hanging out at a wedding and taking some fun shots! Having two photographers at your wedding is also such a great idea if you can budget for it.

You get two distinct looks, and styles.

Congratulations Anna and David!

A Muslim Wedding at One King West

Andrew — Mon, 14 Jun 2010 03:05:08 +0000

A two day Muslim wedding which started with the Mehndi/Sangeet event.

(Henna is applied to the brides hands and feet, while close friends and family gather for some pre wedding festivities)

Day 2; Saba and Raheel celebrated their wedding day beautifully at one of Toronto’s finest new Hotels.

One King West. With Stunning decor by Rias Designs.

Congratulations Saba and Raheel!

Click on the image to start the slideshow.

My equipment rant!

Andrew — Thu, 10 Jun 2010 05:40:54 +0000

I am constantly asked about my equipment. Guests at weddings, friends and family get togethers, facebook, you name it!

I’ve always thought that people spend way too much time and money on equipment, and no time learning good photography technique!

Learn about lighting, (natural light is free!!!) good composition, and practice, shoot, shoot more!

You don’t need to go out and buy the latest, billion pixel camera, or top of the line lenses either! I started shooting professionally long before the onslaught of digital.

I used a fully manual entry level film camera. Canon A-1 with one lens!!! A 35MM. It worked amazingly, never needed a repair, infact I still have them sitting in my studio, as reminders of the good old days!

Some of my favorite images today were shot on those cameras! Today things are advancing so quickly! It’s really mind boggling!

If you can afford the expensive toys, by all means go for it! They sure are nice to have! But if you want to be a good photographer, learn how to shoot with the minimum!

Take a good course (No I don’t teach workshops either, there are about billion photographers who do them already!)

Just to prove my point this photo was taken recently on my daily bike rides, on lake Ontario.

Shot with my iphone! Yes, and not even the latest! It’s a first Gen Iphone! (can’t wait to get the new one!) But don’t worry, if you hire me I won’t show up to shoot with my iphone! (I may take a couple fun snaps though!)

FYI for those who still care; I currently work with Canons 7D and 40D. and an assortment of Canon prime and zoom lenses.

Asian Bride Fashion Shoot

Andrew — Wed, 09 Jun 2010 04:50:04 +0000

I just love collaborating with other creative professionals to make beautiful images.

This time we had a fantastic team of Models, Make up artists and Stylists.

Kavit Suri did an amazing job on Hair and Makeup. We had a beautiful Collection of Indian bridal fashions provided by Vishva Boutique, Men of India, and Savillian Custom Tailored Suits

A special thanks to Graydon Hall in Toronto for allowing us to shoot there, a Stunning venue for weddings.

Look for these images and more in the next issue of Asian Bride Magazine. (UK and International)

Featured photographer on weddingsutra.com

Andrew — Wed, 19 May 2010 16:28:07 +0000

I am thrilled to be featured on Wedding Sutra’s Blog today!

Wedding Sutra is the number one wedding planning website in India.

The article discusses some of my recent work in India.

Check it out here.

Tina Weds Ashok at the Leela Palace, Bangalore India

An Eco Chic Wedding at Canoe

Andrew — Fri, 16 Apr 2010 01:41:18 +0000

Rachael and Brad are both outdoor adventure types, Brad owns a cycle shop and Rachael is an avid cyclist.

So it was no surprise when I found out about their eco-friendly wedding.

The Flowers were made of Balsa wood! Yes wood! You have to see them up close and touch them to believe it.

Their so beautiful! Toronto Event Planner Cynthia Martyn once again out did herself putting all these beautiful elements of style into this simply Elegant and Eco-Chic wedding.

It all took place at the Canoe, one of Oliver & Bonacini Restaurants and on the 54th floor of the TD Bank in Downtown Toronto.

Rachael looked gorgeous in her Vera Wang dress, and oh so pretty in her pink shoes! I just love the Seating chart they had designed for the wedding.