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Lucky you...you've stumbled upon my little online home of all things current at Red Photo Co.! You may notice the new look...the changes have made it an even better place to highlight my latest projects and ramblings (and your COMMENTS!). There are some options at the top for looking through older posts and a link to redphotoco.com. If you have any questions, feel free to email on the contact page (website link above)...thanks for looking!

a little about coralee...

See that girl on the right, that's me, an eccentric little prairie girl that is happily doing what she loves for a living! Years ago when I discovered my love for photography, I realized that the moments and emotions that made my heart race were happening naturally; capturing those is what makes me giggle like a little girl! I can remember being asked what type of photography I was interested in and honestly, weddings were the last thing on my mind...but then I realized that they don't have to plagued with the posed, contrived photos of past generations. They can be FUN and reflect your true personality, your inner child and include the little things that made your wedding day unique...this is why I do what I do. All of the adult credentials are on the website (or above in "more stuff" and then "all about Coralee")...

just so you know...

2009 is almost full with over 25 weddings already on the books! Be sure to check out the online calendar at redphotoco.com to verify availability for specific dates...

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    Clifton & Chilette’s e-session

    Last week I got together with Clifton and Chilette at a place that was very special to them to do their engagement sessioin, McPhillips Street Station, where they met and worked together years ago. The casino was gracious enough to let us photograph in specific areas but after the spontaneous rain stopped (isn't that the weirdest thing when the sky is blue and gorgeous and it just decided to rain?!), we headed out to enjoy some lovely sun and the pretty sky too. These two are so sweet together and I'm so glad to be a part of their August wedding! Enjoy....

    my favorite!

    their love is so sweet!

    so very lovely! Eric & Rebekah…06.21.09

    Last weekend was my first double header wedding weekend of 2009 and Sunday was spent with the always lovely and laughing Eric & Rebekah. I knew when I met them for their engagement session that they were going to be so much fun and extremely easy to work with, not to mention the crazy chemistry between these two, which makes my job that much easier! The weather was a little less hot than Saturday (thankfully) and the cloud cover really makes for some amazing colours...see for yourself. Hope you're having a blast in Cuba lovebirds!

    Rebekah's friend was in Thailand and couldn't make it to the wedding in person..but was there via Skype!

    Karin (left) was one of my 2007 brides and it was so nice to see her again..here the girls found something very funny (maybe it was how very behind schedule they were? lol)

    They did their photos before the ceremony, which is always a nice change and gives us plenty of time alone..yay! It's a long day...don't forget to eat!

    LOVE these next 4! teehee!

    Rebekah's parents were missionaries for years and the centerpieces were all treasures that her mom had collected in their travels...

    Pineridge Hollow is always a fantastic venue for summer weddings!

    running through the arch of love!

    so lovely!

    photo fun at the reception...

    first dance...fantastic!

    they had little programs for the reception with a crossword of important places and memories inside...of course it was going to be in the ring shot!

    one HOT day…Dan & Courtney…06.20.09

    Oh my, Saturday was a scorcher all right..and I'm not just talking about the weather, how hot are these two..seriously?! One very hot Saturday was spent with Dan & Courtney and their incredible wedding at the Gates (who once again outdid themselves) this past weekend..wedding one of two last weekend (and I will get to Sunday tomorrow) and how fortunate to work with such amazing people (which is important when you work for almost 24 hours out of 48 hour period!)! So enough words...on to the over 20 photos which I just couldn't help but share! 

    the boys having some pre-ceremony fun...

    and who said that getting into a dress was easy?!

    gorgeous at the Gates!

    what an amazing group!

    and hands down, the best groom shot EVER! (if I may say so myself)

    pretty girls all in a row...

    Courtney's only photo request...some graffiti please!

    what an incredible bouquet..black tulle and all!

    the delightful cake/cupcake combo courtesy of Chocolate Zen

    Courtney's rock was so huge that I had to show it twice!

    and after the speeches we nipped out to take advantage of the amazing light...

    and the perfect way to end the first dance!

     

    Bryan & DeAnna’s e-session…

    Last week, before my life became that much more chaotic and busy, I spent a lovely evening with Bryan & DeAnna who are getting married in September. They are seriously cute together and I especially love at the beginning of the session when I was just telling them to relax and enjoy their time together when DeAnna came over to me and said "I've very nervous but I'm also very excited!"..how sweet is that?! I can't wait to spend their wedding day with them! And since you've waited long enough...

    when the light is warm and just wraps around you like this, I get all giddy like a little girl...

     

     

    Chris & Alissa’s e-session…

    Last weekend I met up with Chris & Alissa who are one of my many couples getting married this August and I'm very excited for their very eco-friendly green wedding! We spent some time wandering around the Exchange getting to know each other better and having a very good time in the process. I usually ask my wedding couples how they met and much to my surprise, they are the first couple that has ever told me that it was on match.com...how fun is that? Enjoy the sneak peek!

    their first date was at a Starbucks so we made that our first stop!

    LOVE this one!

    and some red..of course!

    and I saved my favorite for last!

    David & Erin…06.06.09

    Last Saturday was an absolutely amazing day spent with the very lovely Erin, David and their darling son Xavier at Terrace Fifty-Five in Assiniboine Park for their super sweet wedding day. I love intimate weddings with less than 100 guests because you feel like you really get to know everyone through the course of the day and so much is centered around the couple and their love rather than the spectacle that a wedding day can sometimes become. Don't get me wrong, I love big weddings too but it's nice to start off the season with some smaller weddings to give you a nice warm fuzzy feeling inside that gets you ready for the big ones ahead! I cannot say enough about the amazing Terrace Fifty-Five! From the staff (hi Jessica! :) ) to the food (so delicious!) to the very helpful Charlene (who does an amazing job as catering director), this venue has got to be one of my very favorite to shoot at! If you are still looking for a venue to host your reception, don't hesitate to contact them at 204.938.7275 or via email at terracatering@wowhospitality.com
    And onto the photos...

    Erin getting excited for what's to come...

    that hairpiece is so rockin!

    so happy during the ring exchange..

    and after the kiss, their hug was so tender and lovely!

    after the ceremony and time for a champagne toast!

    love the cherry blossoms!

    one of my favorites...

    Xavier, not quite sure if he should let me photograph him just yet...check out that fantastic pink tie!

    and playing a little hide and see with me!

    the staff is so attentive!

    and the food is delicious!

    bling by the very talented Hilary Druxman in the Exchange...

    and a little peek at the guestbook...

    even the Grandmas hit the dancefloor!

    and I finally got a smile!

    goodnight everyone..lol!

    September 12th now open…

    Just wanted to let you all know that a prime September 2009 date has opened up so if you are still on the search for a photographer for September 12th, I'm your girl! Email me at weddings@redphotoco.com