Peter and I spent a warm late summer day with Bruce & Andrea on the day of their wedding documenting their love and commitment to their friends and family.

We met them at their hotel in Pitt Meadows as they finished getting themselves and the reception room ready. Andrea did an amazing job with her decorations and organizing her day. The musical theme is evident, as they are both big band musicians in the Bruce James Orchestra.

Bridal party photo session was first on the agenda, so the group piled into the stretch 4×4 limo and we headed to the nearby Osprey village for a little fun and some photos. The wedding party included Bruce’s two teenage sons and the children of one of the grooms men. The young people were a big part of the day and the boys burned off some energy with a little football.

After cooling off inside for a bit in the community centre (and more photos), it was time to head to the Open Door Church for the ceremony. I’ve seen a few different ways a couple has celebrated their union… lighting a unity candle, pouring sand together in one vessel, fastening hands with a sash or cord, I will say Bruce and Andrea’s idea to make a glow stick topped them all!

The reception followed back at the Hotel, where there was much love and laughter. The guests had to sing to vie for their table to be chosen to go to the buffet and also had to sing if they wanted Bruce and Andrea to kiss. No one shied away from the challenge. What a fun and highly talented group of people!

Bruce and Andrea I hope you make beautiful music together for many years to come!  (I had to say it 🙂 )