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Guild Inn Estate Wedding

Ali & Ibtissam’s Wedding

I’ve had the pleasure of capturing the architecture, culture and people of Toronto for the past seven years. But capturing a wedding at the Guild Inn Estate was truly a gem. If you haven’t been – picture a quaint restaurant interior, no pomp or fuss, just tasteful interior décor and fine dining, French doors that lead to a patio lit up with strings of fairy lights. You are then taken to to expansive grounds decorated with trees and stunning Roman-esque pillars and arches overlooking the lake. Add in a beautiful bride and groom and their loved ones and you have a quite the memorable wedding!

When asked why they chose this venue, Ali and Ibtissam said they wanted to be among nature. And they definitely were as their ceremony was held in the outdoor gazebo so their guests could wander the grounds and see the lake. An acoustic violinist was the perfect accompaniment to the bride walking down the aisle in her stunning wedding lengha (South Asian wedding dress).

With a friend officiating their wedding, the couple shared their personal vows and it’s doubtful if there was a dry eye in the room! Short and sweet, off they went to their reception in the Guild Inn Bistro just a few steps away! But ,not before the groom had an outfit change from traditional South Asian wedding clothes to a wedding suit. It’s not always the bride with the multiple wardrobe changes!

The couple’s first looks and first photos immediately after the ceremony were captured at Guild Park & Gardens, located behind the venue. We were able to get an array of incredible shots even with only 2 fifteen minute intervals to work with! Every shot is framed beautifully by nature and the countless remnants from old downtown Toronto buildings. Having an easy going couple in really happy spirits doesn’t hurt either! The reception was an intimate and lively affair with musical accompaniment by a live Sitar and Tabla player and arguably Toronto’s best Indian food!

A More Intimate Affair

Ali and Ibtissam come from a south Asian culture of large weddings, and when asked why they chose to go a smaller route, they had a bittersweet answer. Both had lost members of their family that couldn’t be at the wedding. So they wanted to honour their memory and only have those that really cared about them to celebrate with. With simple touches throughout the ceremony and reception to remember those not there, and an intimate group of people who obviously cared sincerely for this couple, it was a beautiful celebration of life and love. And dancing of course, which continued until the end of the night!

It was an honour to capture the memories for this lovely couple and their family and friends. A wonderful party, memorable pictures, and the start to marriage both strong and magical.  

If you’re planning to having a similar imprint of your love story forever then look no further. I can help you with my creative ideas and wedding photography style. I always keep the emotions at top priority rather than the surroundings. I believe at the end of the day it is not about the place you are in, but the person you are with.

Vendors

Flowers – Brown’s Flowers
Dress – Mani Jassal
Hair & Make-Up – Nila Haran

Music (Violin) – Yegee Lee
Music (Sitar) – Sitar Fusion
Food – The Host
Cupcakes – Simply Frosted


An outdoor shot of Guild Inn Estates in Scarborough, Ontario
A close of shot of the south asian wedding dress
A bride is seen in a mirror putting earrings on.
A close up shot of a bridesmaid holding jewelry.
A portrait of a groom in south asian wedding attire. Photographed at Guild Inn Estates
A close up of a groom's wedding shows. Photographed at Guild Inn Estates
A close up shot of a groom waiting for his bride to arrive for first look. Photographed at Guild Park and Gardens in Scarborough.
A bride is seen over a groom's shoulder as she walks to a first look photo session. Photographed at Guild Park and Gardens in Scarborough.
A groom reacts with a huge smile to the sight of his bride. Photographed at Guild Inn Estate in Scarborough, Ontario.
A bride is holding back tears during a first look at Guild Inn Park and Gardens at Guild Inn Estates
A bride and groom pose for a portrait after a first look at their wedding. Photographed at Guild Park and Gardens in Scarborough, Ontario.
A bride and groom go for a walk after their first look. Photographed at Guild Park and Gardens in Scarborough, Ontario.
A bride and groom enjoy a laugh after their first look. Photographed at Guild Park and Gardens in Scarborough, Ontario.
A shot of a filled up ceremony terrace at Guild Inn Estates in Scarborough, Ontario
A shot of two wooden placards in memory of a groom's parents that weren't able to make a wedding ceremony.
A groom makes his way down the aisle with his mother at his wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estates.
A ring bearer makes his way down the aisle at a wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estates
A bride makes her way down the aisle during her wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estates
A groom reacts to the sight of his bride coming down the aisle at their wedding ceremony in Guild Inn Estates
A bride makes her way down the aisle during her wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estates
A bride fights back tears during her wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estates
A groom's family watches on during his wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estates
A mother watches a wedding ceremony unfold with her son.
A bride says her vows during her wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estate
A bride's sisters watch her wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estate from their seats.
A groom reads his vows w2ith a big smile during their wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estate
A bride puts an jai mala on her groom during their wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estate
A groom puts a jai mala on his groom at their wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estate
A bride and groom makes their way back down the aisle after their wedding ceremony at Guild Inn Estate
A close up shot of a groom's shoulder with his bride's hand resting on it while she stares at him with love.
A bride and groom get close to each other at Guild Park and Gardens
A bride spins in her wedding dress at Guild park and Gardens
A close up shot of a bride and groom holding a bouquet of flyers. Their wedding rings are also seen. Photographed at Guild Park and Gardens
A welcome sign at a wedding ceremony with a pencil sketch of the couple.
A shot of an empty reception room at Guild Inn Estate before guests arrive.
A close up shot of a little sign on a tables that reads "Every moment is a fresh beginning"
A close up shot of a sitar being played at a wedding reception at Guild Inn Estate.
A close up shot of some appetizers at a Guild inn Estate wedding.
A man is seen making a speech during a wedding reception at Guild Inn Estate.
A tight shot of a woman making a speech at a wedding reception at Guild Inn Estate in Scarborough
A bride and groom are seen through a door frame at Guild Inn Estate in Scarborough
A close up shot of a bride with her head down as she puts on her jewelry for her reception at Guild Inn Estate.
A close up shot of a bride's foot slipping on a shoe at her wedding reception at Guild Inn Estate.
A close up shot of a bride putting on bracelets at her wedding reception at Guild Inn Estate
A woman helps her brother put on a courage at a wedding reception at Guild Inn Estate.
A groom adjusts his corsage before his wedding reception at Guild Inn Estate
A bride and groom pose for portrait while sitting on a set of stairs at Guild Inn Estate.
A bride and kiss while sitting on a set of stairs at Guild Inn Estate in Scarborough.
A bride and groom watch a video of family members recording a tribute to them at their wedding reception.
A close up shot of a bride and groom holding hands and watching tribute videos at their wedding reception.
A close up shot of a bride and groom holding hands at their Guild Inn Estate wedding reception in Scarborough.
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