Vancouver Wedding Photographer – Gwen Franco Photography

Yesterday I was blessed to attend the Ultimate Shootout event at the Iron Works Studio in downtown Vancouver. This fabulous event was hosted by some incredible photographers in our industry. Much work went on behind the scenes, with a lot of time and effort sacrificed by these photographers in planning this photographer community event! A big shout out to the organizers and team leads, Chris and Gina Chong of Butter Studios, Dan and Kat Stone of Stone Photo, Jason and Lena Ho of JayLena Photography, Derek Cheng of Pure White Studio and Mark Guilaran of Mark Guilaran Photography. Not only was this a great event to socialize and network with fellow photographers, Even light refreshments were provided

We were 30 photographers who attended this shootout and mini-workshop with the aim to develop our skills, to think outside the box, to step out of our comfort zone and be creative and original.  Each team lead was assigned 6 attendees and each group got to work with each team lead and shoot each bridal group. There were 4 bridal groups, each with their own bride+groom and distinctive look and feel. The team leads were exceptionally helpful in sharing their knowledge in a fun and relaxed atmosphere, including tips and tricks on posing, telling a story, looking for natural light, off camera flash, triggers and batteries, and so much more. We all had time to pose the bride and groom and lead the group. This was fantastic experience and even though it was challenging, the team leads were encouraging and helpful. Yeah, no pressure there, lol!

The location? Iron Works Studio. The location simply rocked! From brick walls, to mirrors and wooden doors, leather chairs, ourdoor garden delights, to grungy back alleys ….. walk a few yards and this location had it all. And the soft buttery light was every photographers dream.

This event also had prizes generously donated by Lowepro Canada and Technicare!

Here are a few of my fav shots of the day:

the beautiful Andrea & Colin

Annie and Thomas rocking it

the amazing Jessica

and Kanelle and Jeremy striking a pose

Last but not least, a huge shout out to all the vendors who contributed to make this event possible!!

Hair and make-up: Jayna Marie

Makeup: Sarah Lam Makeup

Flowers: Roa Floral and Event Designs

more images to follow!