Union Photography Blog » Wedding, Portrait, Maternity and Lifestyle Photography by Jon Thorpe

So this really IS big news. After two months of tearing down walls, putting up walls, building in, painting, hanging and cleaning (lots of cleaning) the Union Gallery is now open for business! I searched high and low for a gallery space that would be both convenient to get to for those in the city, as well as those coming from outside the GTA and believe I found the perfect spot. Located right in the heart of Toronto within the popular entertainment district, it’s easily accessible from major highways and has plenty of available parking just steps away from the door. It’s also a 5 min walk from the Spadina subway line and only steps from TTC.

The space is in true gallery format, with hung canvas prints and plenty of viewing space. As a bonus, there is also a comfy lounge / meeting area and a bar! My only problem now, will be getting people out the door at the end of meetings

And now, like a proud father, I get to show off some photos of the space.

Another beautiful weekend with another awesome couple!
We decided that the Toronto Islands would be a great afternoon spot for some photos and planned to head over to Ward Island where there are some cute houses and paths…. except we somehow ended up on the wrong ferry and were dropped off on the exact opposite side of the island chain. doh!
But since it was 20 degrees out with sand beaches and lake views, you can only imagine that there was no hurry to head back to the office anyways.

Thanks for the great day at the beach Michelle & Richard!
The photos turned out beautiful!

*UPDATE* We photographed Michelle and Richards beautiful country wedding in October at the Tralee. Take a look at the Wedding Photos!

Enjoy.

I realize that I am getting a little behind on the blogging as Dominique and Bojan’s beautiful wedding is now almost a month past! But don’t worry, my lack of blogging is not because I’m being lazy. It’s because I have been busy as ever and have a BIG (read VERY BIG) project that is *almost* complete. Just a few more blog posts to go and I will get to that news!

Now back on topic!
I once again had the opportunity to work with a fantastic couple this past month at their dynamic and fun wedding. I have been building up a great relationship with Dominique and Bojan since I first had the pleasure of photographing their engagement earlier on in the summer. I think that it’s great when I can consider my clients to be friends first and fore most. The increased level of comfort translates to lower stress levels and photos that look more natural and less contrived.

Their wedding ceremony took place at the beautiful Islington United Church – the very same church that Dominique’s parents were united in 26 years prior. How cool! One unique aspect of the ceremony (well, the after-ceremony) was the releasing of monarch butterflies into the air at the front entrance of the church. See below!

Thanks for having myself and Simon photograph your big day! Love you guys!

I have been getting a little behind in the blog posts recently – mostly because I have a few BIG things coming up (I will be spilling it soon!) and also because it’s the tailing end of the busy season and there is never a shortage of things to do.

I had photographed Leah and Aaron’s engagement session a few months ago and couldn’t wait to work with them on their wedding day. Well that time has come and gone and we had a blast at their Bobcaygeon wedding with family and friends. Leah and Aaron are just the absolute perfect match and the cottage country wedding on the river suited them in totality – as did Leah’s hot pink shoes. I am sure that she would have kept them on for days if it were not for the fact that she would be trading them off for a pair of hiking boots the next day, as were off to Peru to explore the Inca Trail amongst other sights. I can’t wait to see those photos!

Thank you for inviting myself and Varia to photograph your beautiful day in cottage country! Much love.

Guitars. Check.
Amp. Check.
Mic Check. One Two. One Two!

When Sarah and Russ came in for their initial consultation for their summer 2009 wedding I just knew that they would be a fun couple to work with. Being easy going and comfortable in their own skin, I suggested that we break away from the norm for at least a portion of their engagement (or what I like to call a “fun”) shoot. They were game for whatever I had in mind and these are the results! Thanks for a fun time Sarah & Russ!