Wedding Photography in Edmonton
Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! Thank you for taking the time to have a look at what we have to offer. Choosing a photographer is one of the most important decisions you will make when it comes to planning your wedding. The images that are captured on your wedding day are something that you will have and cherish forever, so it is of the utmost importance to hire a professional!
We are Chad & Janine Movold and for over twenty five years, we have worked together as a husband and wife team photographing hundreds of weddings. We love what we do and are thrilled to be a part of some of the most important moments in peoples lives! Together we combine a blend of romantic, fun and documentary styles to capture the real life moments of your day in the most artistic way.
Chad’s down to earth personality puts people at ease in front of the camera. Whether he’s guiding you into the best location for your photos or stepping back and capturing moments as they unfold, he uses his expertise in lighting, posing and composition to create beautiful images of your day. As a full time photographer, he is dedicated to ongoing professional development and is always upping his game. He is a nationally accredited photographer with the Professional Photographers of Canada and has been awarded with the Master of Photographic Arts.
Acting both as a photographer and an assistant, Janine is a second vantage point for some of the key moments. She also provides assistance with lighting, organizing and managing the flow of the photography throughout the day.
Wedding Photography Pricing
Collection 1
Includes:
~Photographer and assistant/second photographer
~Edited high resolution digital images
~Online gallery
Coverage of:
~The Ceremony
~Formal portraits with unlimited locations
$2499
Collection 2
Includes:
~Photographer and assistant/second photographer
~Edited high resolution digital images
~Online gallery
Coverage of:
~The Bride & groom getting ready
~The Ceremony
~Formal portraits with unlimited locations
$3199
Collection 3
Includes:
~Photographer and assistant/second photographer
~Edited high resolution digital images
~Online gallery
Coverage of:
~The Bride & groom getting ready
~The Ceremony
~Formal portraits with unlimited locations
~Full reception
$3899
Extra Hours of Coverage
Need us to stay longer? Additional hours of coverage include the photographer and assistant’s time as well
as the additional high resolution images.
$300/hr
Albums and Printed Portraits
Looking for something a little extra to add to your wedding photography package? We offer…
Beautifully hand-crafted 20 page Vision Art album $1999
Printed portraits from $79
Engagement Sessions
Your engagement portrait session includes a personalized 1.5 hour studio or outdoor session and 40+ high resolution photos
delivered electronically within 2 weeks of your session. Before your session we will discuss the details,
choose a location and figure out what you will wear.
*$599
*When purchased in conjunction with a wedding photography package.
Wedding Photography Coverage
Getting Ready Photos
This is where all the action begins! Getting ready wedding photography coverage includes:
Fun candids of hair and make up at a salon or home
Artistic detail shots of the wedding dress, flowers, and jewellery
Special moments with the bridesmaids and family
Beautiful window light portraits of the bride alone
Bride with parents and bridesmaids
Photos of the groom and his groomsmen at home or another location
Wedding Ceremony Photos
It’s time to make it official! Now is most important part of the day! Wedding ceremony photography coverage includes:
Details of the ceremony location
Behind the scenes photos of the excitement before the ceremony.
The full wedding ceremony including wedding vows, ring exchange first kiss and signing of registry
Receiving line
Formal Wedding Portraits
This is the wedding photography session part of the day. It typically includes 1 to 3 locations. Formal wedding portrait session includes:
Bride and groom together and separately
Bride and groom with parents, siblings, relatives and friends
Bride and groom with bridal party
Bride with bridesmaids
Groom with groomsmen
And any other combination the bride and groom request
Wedding Reception Photos
Now it’s time to party! Wedding reception coverage includes:
Detail photos of the reception area, wedding cake and all the special touches
Introduction and entrance of the bride and groom and bridal party
Dinner and speeches
Bride and groom games or fun activities
Speeches
First dance, father daughter dance etc.
Cake cutting
Garter toss
Fun party shots with guests
Your Questions Answered
1. How long does it take for us to receive our wedding photos?
You will receive a private link to your wedding photo gallery 3 weeks after your wedding. At this point you can download and share them with friends and family.
2. Will our images be edited?
Yes, each image will be hand edited to make it look its best. This includes enhancements, colour correction, cropping etc.
3. Do we get our photos in colour or black and white?
Most of your wedding day images will be provided to you in colour, but we do usually change some of them into black and white if we think it looks better. If you would prefer the colour versions, we are happy to provide those to you.
4. How should I save my photos?
Once you have downloaded your photos it is best to save them onto an external hard drive which you should back up in at least one other place such as a reputable cloud service (we use Dropbox) or a second external hard drive which should be stored in a place other than your home. Also, please note that the lifespan of external hard drives can be limited so it’s a good idea to transfer the photos to a new one every few years.
5. Should we print any of our wedding portraits?
Definitely! If you really want to preserve your wedding portraits we encourage you to print them. Over time digital copies and hard drives may fail and your photos will be lost forever. A printed portrait will last a lifetime!
6. Can we print our own photos or should we get you to do it?
Your portraits are delivered to you ready to print on your own. However, if you choose us to print the portraits for you, each image will receive another level of retouching and will be custom printed on archival paper using the highest quality materials.
7. How much time does it take to do the formal portraits on our wedding day?
We recommend allowing 1.5 - 2 hours for formal portraits. If your timeline allows and you would like to spend more time that’s great! We typically start with the family photos and then proceed to doing photos with your bridal party and then just the two of you.
8. We have some photo ideas for our wedding, are you open to to that?
Yes, we encourage your input so if you have any ideas, just let us know and we’ll do our best.
9. Do you have a studio?
Yes we have a professional photo studio in Edmonton. It’s comfortable and spacious studio where we meet with clients to plan, photograph and view their portraits.
10. What if it rains or the weather is not cooperating?
We will make a back up plan with you just in case the weather is bad. This would involve either doing the photos at our studio or reserving an indoor location in advance. Other possibilities could include using the ceremony location or hotel/reception area if applicable.
11. Who’s in charge of booking an indoor backup location?
If you decide to book a back up location, we ask that you take care of this. We are always happy to recommend a place.
12. Do you charge for travel outside of Edmonton?
If your wedding is more than 1/2 hour from Edmonton there maybe an additional fee to cover our expenses.
13. How long have you been in business, and are you licensed and insured?
We have been photographing weddings for over 25 years and have been a licensed business with the city of Edmonton since the beginning. We are fully insured including enhanced liability coverage. We are also an accredited member of the Professional Photographers of Canada.
14. What if you are sick or can’t photograph our wedding at the last minute?
We are happy to say that with the hundreds of weddings we have photographed, we have never missed one! That being said we must always expect the unexpected. We are aligned with other professional photographers and would arrange for an equally qualified photographer to step in to photograph your wedding.
15. Do you have backup equipment?
Yes, we always come prepared with backup professional cameras, lenses and lighting equipment in case we need it.
16. Do you have any professional photography designations?
Yes, Chad is an Accredited Professional Photographer with the Professional Photographers of Canada. He has professional accreditations in the following categories: Wedding Formal, Wedding Environmental, Couples Portrait, Child Portrait, and Portraiture and has earned both his Craftsman and Master of Photographic Arts.
17. What kind of photography education do you have?
Chad graduated from the AudioVisual Communications Program at MacEwan University. He has also studied at NAIT and participated in many workshops and seminars throughout Canada. Janine is a trained professional retouching artist. We both continue to further our education through professional seminars and conventions held by the Professional Photographers of Canada.
18. What will you be wearing at our wedding?
We pride ourselves on being highly professional at all times and this includes our attire. We typically wear dark coloured dress pants and a dark or neutral coloured dress shirt along with a nice (and comfortable!) pair of shoes.
19. Do we need to provide meals to both of you at the reception?
If we are photographing your reception, it is greatly appreciated but not a requirement.
20. What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept Visa, Mastercard, e-transfer, cheque and cash.
Testimonials
"We cannot thank you enough for being there on our special day taking pictures of moments that will now last a lifetime. The two of you are an incredible team and your differences in style (and personality!) are what makes Viewpoint Photography a step above all other companies I have seen. So thank you, thank you, thank you!" - Leah & Lyndon Hodgins
"From the first time we met Chad and Janine we felt very comfortable with them and soon considered them friends. They were open to all of our suggestions and requests and really went out of their way to meet all of our needs. We got wonderful formal shots and many exceptional candid shots that we both love. We look forward to having Chad and Janine take our pictures as our family grows throughout the years!" - Nicole & Kevin Kunetzki
"I want to thank you for capturing our wedding day. Almost a year has passed and our pictures have become more and more valuable to us. Our memories of that day are kept fresh as we look back at the wonderful photographs that the two of you took. Our pictures show creativity, fun and elegance and are a real reflection of who we are as a couple, with all the love and laughter that we share together. The investment into having a photographer for our wedding was a big decision, we met a lot of photographers and we knew right away that you would be great… and you were! Out of all the time and preparation that went into our wedding our decision to choose Viewpoint Photography to capture a once in a lifetime day was by far the most valuable investment we could have made. We thank you with all our hearts." - Kevin & Lindsay Visser
"We can’t begin to thank you enough for the wonderful job you both did photographing our wedding. One of the biggest things that stands out in my mind was your patience and understanding. It’s such a pleasure to have been so lucky to deal with such caring individuals. You captured our day with all the emotions and details which help us reflect on a day that goes by way too fast! Thank you!" - Lincoln & Shari Hands
"Thank you for taking such beautiful photos for our engagement and wedding day! You made us feel so comfortable and kept us laughing and smiling. Thank you for all of your hard work." - Laine & Kevin Unterieser
"We had a great experience using Viewpoint Photography for our wedding last summer! Both Chad and Janine were extremely friendly and captured our day perfectly. They were quick to respond and were very accommodating when we made last minute changes to what we were looking for and the packages we want. They balanced out their time very well and got all the shots we wanted as well as making suggestions to other photos that would be nice when we didn’t have many ideas of our own. I highly recommended considering them for your big day or any other special moments. " - Courtney Thome
Wedding Venues in Edmonton
One of our favourite venues in Edmonton is the Fairmont Hotel McDonald. Both the Wedgewood Room and Empire Ballroom make stunning backdrops for your wedding photos. The staff provides excellent service and the outdoor balcony terrace is like no other in Edmonton.
Other classy Edmonton venues we have experience photographing weddings at include the Black Barn, Royal Glenora Club, the Westin Edmonton, Delta Hotels Edmonton Centre Suites, Sutton Place Hotel, Delta Hotels by Mariott - Edmonton South Conference Centre, Holiday Inn Conference Centre Edmonton South, River Cree Resort and Casino, and the DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel West Edmonton.
Over the years we have also had the opportunity to photograph weddings at many other great venues in Edmonton including the Muttart Conservatory, Fort Edmonton Park, the Royal Alberta Museum, the Country Lodge and many beautiful Edmonton and area golf clubs like the Highlands Golf Club, the Derrick Golf and Winter Club, the Royal Mayfair Golf Club, Eagle Rock Golf Course, Northern Bear Golf Club and Redtail Landing Golf Club.
We’ve also photographed ceremonies at the Winspear Centre, the Art Gallery of Alberta, the Citadel Theatre, Rutherford House, the Timms Centre for the Arts, Courtyard by Mariott - Edmonton Downtown, Blue Meadows Hall and the Pioneers Cabin. Other iconic Edmonton landmarks that we have photographed ceremonies at include historical churches like St. Joseph’s Basilica and Robertson Wesley United Church.
Other fantastic locations to check out are the Foundry Room, the JW Marriott Edmonton ICE District, and the Enjoy Centre in St. Albert.
Wedding Photography in Alberta and Beyond
Viewpoint Photography is available for weddings all over Alberta, Canada and beyond! We have photographed weddings in Edmonton, Calgary, Sherwood Park, Beaumont, St. Albert, Devon, Spruce Grove, Stony Plain, Drayton Valley, Hastings Lake, Pigeon Lake, Edson, Jasper, Banff and Kananaskis.
We are also experienced destination wedding photographers and have photographed weddings in Hawaii and Mexico.
Why Choose a Professional Wedding Photographer?
Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life and hiring a professional wedding photographer to capture this once in a lifetime moment is an important decision. Besides taking great photos of you and your guests on your wedding day, a professional wedding photographer should be educated and trained in wedding photography and operate a reputable business. A professional wedding photographer should be proficient at photographing in a variety of locations and have experience in dealing with challenging lighting situations. They should also know how to handle and organize big groups of people and pose you and your guests in flattering ways. A professional wedding photographer should use professional cameras, lenses and lighting equipment and have back up gear as well. Last but not least, they should dress and behave in a professional manner, guide you and your guests easily throughout the day and have a great attitude.
What's Next?
Your next step is to connect with us so we can answer any other questions you have and for us to find out more about your wedding. We’d love to chat about your venue, special traditions, timeline and all of the other details of your day.
To reserve us for your wedding we will have you fill out our contract and pay a deposit of $500. Your second payment of $500 is due 30 days prior to your wedding day and the remaining balance is due upon delivery of your wedding photos.
780-450-8848