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Fun E-Sessions by Stec Photo

We stumbled across this collage of cool engagement session pics by Stec Photo that you might like to check out!

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Winter Wedding at Inn on the Twenty by Stec Photographers

Upon entering the Vintner’s Suite at Inn on the Twenty, photog Pete Stec of Stec Photo knew this would be a fun day. 

Frigid temps and deep snow were no obstacle for this resilient wedding party!  Vintage was definitely a theme in the bride’s dress and accessories and that fit perfectly with Stec’s vintage chic esthetic. 

Stec Photo was kind enough to share a few of their favourites from the day, but there were enough for about 6 months worth of additional blog posts!  We were thrilled to see how everything turned out in the face of some potentially restrictive challenges of weather!

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Stec Photographers Boutique Wedding Studio - Video Promo

A great new video promo by boutique Niagara wedding photographer Stec Photographers ... uber cool and inspiring as always!

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Destination Wedding in Niagara on the Lake Wine Country

Calgarians Andrea + Jeff chose Niagara on the Lake as their destination to celebrate the wedding of their dreams. We have the sweet, sweet film of the day from the mega-talented cinematographers at Stephen Franklin Photography/Cinema to share with you!

Andrea + Jeff’s over-the-top Niagara wedding features 7 of our Swish List recommended vendors!!!

The following Niagara wedding vendors who worked together to make Andrea + Jeff’s day memorable are all recommended members of The Swish List.

Wedding Cinematography: Stephen Franklin
Wedding Flowers & Chuppah/Canopy: Mimosa Flower Studio.
Ceremony Location: Pillar and Post, Niagara on the Lake
Wedding Reception Venue: Queen’s Landing, Niagara on the Lake
Linens, Chiavari Chairs: Simply Beautiful Décor
Wedding Photography: Stec Photographers
Wedding Cake: Vineyard Sweets
Disc Jockey: Spirit of Sound

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A Niagara on the Lake (via Toronto) Sikh-Protestant Multicultural Wedding

From the moment we saw these images, we knew that we just HAD to share them with you!

This is one seriously amazing photo set sent to us by the ridiculously talented team of Niagara wedding photographers at Stec Photo Boutique Wedding Studio. We love all the multi-cultural details that were captured in these images ... they tell the whole love story in all it’s harmony and celebration of diversity.

The cultural significance of both of their backgrounds (India + Scotland) was high on the couples’ list of priorities and as such, they celebrated two wedding ceremonies! First, a traditional Sikh ceremony near Toronto followed later in the day by a Protestant wedding ceremony just across the Lake in Niagara on the Lake ... both on the same day!

How did they do this you ask? Simple! They used a helicopter for quick transport across Lake Ontario ... of course! 

An evening dinner reception followed at Queen’s Landing in Niagara on the Lake. We hear that the meal was absolutely amazing, featuring all kinds of traditional Indian gastronomical delights like ... Butter Chicken!

From the photographers ....

This had to be one of the most unique weddings we’ve done in years!  With such varied cultural backgrounds like Scottish and Sikh, we thought we’d be in for a treat ... but it was even better than we expected! Victoria and Parbal had a Sikh ceremony in Brampton and a Protestant wedding ceremony later in the heart of Niagara on the Lake ... this wedding wins the prize for most unique ‘stuff’ going on.

Both the bride and groom changed several times with a variety of great outfits ... and Parbal even shaved for the last part of the evening ... we totally didn’t recognize him!

Wedding Venue: Queen’s Landing, Niagara on the Lake, Ontario
Wedding Photography: Stec Photo Boutique Wedding Studio, Jordan, Ontario

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Cover Up

When you think ‘umbrella’, it’s typical to think rainy day.  We love how Stec Photographers used these umbrellas in the sunshine ... just gorgeous!

No need to check the weather report ... just keep a few umbrellas close by on your wedding day ... rain or shine!

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Stec Photographers: Niagara Wedding Photography

We know that images are worth a thousand words, especially if they’re images created by Niagara wedding photographers and fine portrait artists Peter and Debbie Stec of Stec Photographers!  But, sometimes, it’s nice to get to know the people behind the business ... and for that, we do need a few words!

What is the Stec Photographers specialty?
In a phrase – Modern wedding photography with a vintage flare!

Give us three words to best describe your style.
Now. That’s. Different!

What’s your approach to wedding photography?
We’ve photographed over 2500 weddings and developed a distinct approach to wedding photography that we love just as much as our couples!  It’s more of a hybrid approach that doesn’t focus on any one particular photographic ‘style’, but instead combines many styles into one.  Most couples appreciate some direction during the day (unlike a pure photojournalist’s philosophy) so we offer that.  After the wedding day, we find that brides really appreciate our fast turn-around. We generally optimize over 1000 images in a few days and can have albums ready in just a few weeks.

What makes your images so unique?
At the risk of giving away my secret, here it is:  I spend about 40 hours optimizing my weddings with all sorts of techniques that are not so much ‘secret’, but they do take a huge amount of time.  I don’t use techniques in the computer that alter images in large batches, but I treat each photo individually with special textures and blending techniques that most photographers stay away from because of the extreme time demand.  Even though we’re working with a ‘digital’ product, I feel that each photo is ‘hand-made to perfection’ using this approach.

Where do you go for inspiration?
I love to check out websites and blogs of internationally known photographers in places like Europe, Australia and the U.S.  I tend not to have a style that looks like anyone I’ve seen, but there are definitely elements of my approach that can be seen in lots of photographers worldwide.

What advice would you like to give to people when they are investigating your services?
Research, research, research!!!

After even a bit of online research, couples will be shocked at the differences between the best and worst photographers in a given area.  Be particularly aware that the variation of quality levels is higher in the wedding photography business than in any other service provider in the wedding industry.  It really pays to visit dozens of websites before you start to get serious with potential photographers.

What’s your perfect scenario for a wedding photo shoot?
I’m sure it will change over the years, but for now …

I would time the session so I could have the bride and groom meet me in an open area like the lakeshore, a wheat field or abandoned rail yard about 1 hour before sunset on a summer evening. Either we leave the reception for a short time, or the photos take place on another day.  The bride would have a long veil and would play ‘diva’ for a short time.  A bit of acting wouldn’t hurt.  The sun would be burning brightly as it approaches the horizon and there’s a slight breeze in the air.  My assistant has a large golden reflector at the ready and everyone looks at me and says ...”Okay, what do we do?”

Talk about current trends in wedding photography
When I cruise the world for inspiration, I see trends that seem counterintuitive.  What I mean is that wedding photos with ‘incorrect’ elements are all the rage.  For example, areas that are out of focus or blurry, excessive contrast and grain, scratches, stains, etc.  These are all things that might be traditionally considered ‘bad’ things, but I’ve seen the highest demand for wedding photographers who can effectively simulate these elements.

What are you most passionate about in life?
My biggest priority in life is my family and my relationship with God.  Sometimes it feels a bit less than a passion, but it really is what drives the whole process for me.  Nothing really matters without the support and love of my wife and son.  As a person of faith, my relationship to the Creator of the universe is one of the most mysterious and important pursuits in my life.  I’d like to think that at least a tiny portion of God’s ultimate creativity shines through in our work.

Share your most memorable wedding story ...
A few years ago we photographed a wedding in Puerto Vallarta that had the perfect environment – times ten.  It’s hard to forget a destination wedding where the beach extended about a kilometer into the ocean with water up to your knees as far out into the ocean as you could walk.  The water was gently rolling in while the sun set below a cloud and an Albatross circled overhead.  I nearly started hyperventilating as I realized that this perfect environment would last only a few minutes and it may be only a once in a lifetime event for me to capture the ultimate angles, lighting, etc. before the sun went down and the night took over.

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Carmen + Andy’s Niagara Winery Wedding

We’re always excited to feature Real Niagara Weddings that show off the work of our famed Swish List Members ... and Carmen + Andy’s wedding is a great example!

We’re always a little head over heels for anything that Stec Photographers sends our way. They are just one of those Niagara wedding photography teams that gets it and can fill each image with emotion and style.

Here are a few of the details of the day …

The wedding ceremony was held at the Balls Falls chapel with the dinner reception following at Inn on the Twenty in Jordan ... one of our favourite Niagara winery wedding venues! The stunning flowers were designed by the lovely Jennifer at Mimosa Flower Studio. and the photography was, as mentioned, by Stec Photographers.

This Niagara winery wedding was sent to us by Stec Photographers.

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Courtney + Albert’s Niagara Wedding

It was a warm late summer afternoon when Courtney and Albert celebrated their Niagara wedding at this picturesque estate on the escarpment near Beamsville, Ontario. 

Niagara wedding photographers Debbie and Peter of Stec Photo did an amazing job capturing the character, color and elegance of this wonderful Niagara wedding.

This wedding reminds us a lot of a bridal magazine wedding shoot – complete with a gorgeous sunset!  Our best wishes go out to Albert and Courtney as they begin their married life together!

This stunning Niagara wedding was sent to us by Debbie and Peter of Stec Photo.

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Funny Faces

What could be more fun than shooting the wedding of a gorgeous bride who happens to be the niece of Canada’s funky high-end shoe designer John Fluevog?!?!?

We love this funny face collage featuring bride Kirstyn that Stec Photographers put together!

Read more about Niagara wedding photographer Stec Photographers or visit their blog.

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Vanessa + Tracy

We’re swooning over these fab lakeside wedding photos by Niagara wedding photographer Peter Stec.

Seriously ... how stunning are these!?

Thank you so much to the adorable bride and groom for letting us have a sneak peek into their awesome Niagara wedding celebration. And to Peter of Stec Photographers for capturing the day to perfection!

Goody Two Shoes

One for the boys ...

Not exact, but Mike’s classy leather loafers look suspiciously like these!

Image by Pete Stec of Stec Photographers.

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Anna + Mike

We’re always excited when Stec Photographers send us some of their latest work ... loving the soft dreamy feel of these Niagara wedding photos!

From a country farm in Stevensville, to St. Katherine’s Greek Orthodox church in North St. Catharines, to beaches and various alleyways, this fun couple wanted to make use of the full spectrum of Niagara wedding photo locations!  Making use of funky, new techniques and cooperation from local sunbathers, Stec Photographers was able to come up with some stellar images.  “We had a great time during the getting ready portion of the day with great looking (and acting) kids that added that extra touch to the photo session!”, says photog Pete Stec. 

Thank you to Pete of Stec Photographers for sending us pics of this fabulous Niagara wedding!

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Jennifer and David

Not too many brides would hike through dense forest with hiking shoes, down incredibly steep paths and through dirty underbrush to get to a tar-stained, rusty train bridge to get the perfect photo ... but Peter Stec of Stec Photographers tells us that’s what Jennifer was all about this past weekend! 

From the photographer: “It’s always a thrill for us to hear the words ‘do whatever you want’ coming from the mouths of our bridal couples.  This Niagara wedding was a treat for us as Jennifer and David wanted us to go all out with funky locations and post processing techniques on their photos.  We’re always looking to shoot in locations where we’ve never seen any other wedding pics ... once people catch onto these funky locations, we have to move on to other areas that no one has thought of.  That’s what we do!  Thanks Jen and Dave for indulging our artistic vision!”
 

Thank you so very much to Peter of Stec Photographers for sending us pics of this fabulous Niagara wedding!

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Johanna and Jason

This morning when we checked our inbox, we were excited to find these fabulous pics from Johanna and Jason’s recent Niagara wedding in the quaint Village of Jordan.  The bride and groom tied the knot in an intimate affair outside under the Pergola by the Spa followed by a swank reception in the Cave Spring Wine Cellar next door!

Fabulous Swish List photographer Debbie Stec (Stec Photographers) just loved shooting this wedding and tells us the bride was all about the photos!  Johanna and Jason gave Debbie full creative control and nearly unlimited time ... a photographer’s dream!!!  With the backdrop of a beautiful small town and a windswept Niagara vineyard at nearby Cave Springs, Debbie was able to get exactly what the bride had hoped for.

Thank you so very much to Debbie of Stec Photographers for sending us pics of this fabulous Niagara wedding!

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Melanie + Gianni, Part 2

We’re loving on Melanie and Gianni’s distinctive wedding pics as captured by talented Swish List photographer Peter Stec of Stec Photographers in Jordan, Ontario.

Melanie and Gianni were on the hunt for more art-worthy images as opposed to just documenting their wedding day. Stec tells us he didn’t spend much time on traditional wedding photos and focused mainly on the bride and groom’s request for distinctive images.  Don’t miss Part 1.

Loving the vintage treatments in these pics! More about Stec Photographers here.

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Melanie + Gianni, Part 1

We’re smitten with Melanie and Gianni’s arty Niagara wedding pics as captured by talented Swish List photographer Peter Stec of Stec Photographers in Jordan, Ontario.

Melanie and Gianni were on the hunt for more art-worthy images as opposed to just documenting their wedding day. Stec tells us he didn’t spend much time on traditional wedding photos and focused mainly on the bride and groom’s request for distinctive images.

Loving the vintage treatments in these pics! More about Stec Photographers here.

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Leigh-Ann + Raphael

Niagara based wedding photographer, Peter Stec (of Stec Photographers) recently traveled to Toronto to shoot Leigh-Ann and Raphael’s nuptials. I love all the graphic details and the whole ‘city vibe’ that’s going on in this series ... trés urban! 

From the Photographer: “I was thrilled to have a such great time with this fun couple.  With the luxury of a limo to shuttle us anywhere, we decided to take full advantage it!  Starting out in a tiny outdoor park with lots of architectural features and billboards, we moved quickly and dodged traffic on the way downtown!  We had a blast making a complete spectacle of ourselves on the sidewalk, which only drew more and more curious stares and well wishes for the Bride and Groom!”

I’ve always had a thing for building-sized prints ... the sheer enormity visually overwhelms me!

Thanks to Leigh-Ann and Raphael for letting us share in their day!  More about Stec Photographers here.

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