A Beautiful October Wedding at Stevenson Inn & Spa, Ontario
There’s something special about an October wedding in Ontario. The cooler air, warm evening light, changing leaves, and earlier sunsets create such a beautiful atmosphere for wedding photography. This wedding at Stevenson Inn & Spa had all of that—and a couple who clearly had a lot of fun together.
From the relaxed portraits earlier in the day to dancing under the pavilion and catching the last light of sunset, it was a wonderful fall wedding to photograph.
Wedding Photography at Stevenson Inn & Spa
One of the things I loved about photographing this wedding was the variety we could create without having to travel between locations.
The open grounds gave us plenty of room for classic portraits of the newlyweds, while the mature trees and surrounding countryside provided a simple, natural backdrop. The bride's white gown and bouquet looked incredible against the fall colours, while the groom's navy suit was a perfect complement to the warmer tones of the season.
I always make sure to capture some traditional portraits where everyone is looking at the camera, but I also want couples to have photographs that feel natural and show their personalities. Those in-between moments—laughing, walking together, dancing, or simply enjoying a few minutes away from everyone—often become some of my favourite images from a wedding day.
And these two made that part easy.
A First Dance Surrounded by Family and Friends
The rustic pavilion at Stevenson Inn & Spa created a beautiful setting for the couple's first dance.
With the wooden beams, chandelier and string lights overhead, it had a warm and intimate feeling while still allowing guests to gather around and be part of the moment.
As a wedding photographer, these are the moments where I love to step back a little and let things happen. Instead of trying to make everything perfectly posed, I'm looking for expressions, reactions from family and friends, and those little moments between the bride and groom that tell the story of the day.
The result is a mixture of beautiful portraits and candid photographs that actually feel like the wedding.
Chasing the October Sunset
One of my favourite parts of the entire day came as the sun began to disappear.
October sunsets don't give you a lot of time, so when the light started looking incredible, we headed outside for a few more photographs.
And it was absolutely worth it.
The sky turned a beautiful warm orange as the couple walked out onto the open grounds. We captured a few photographs in the fading light, including one of my favourites from the wedding—the groom lifting his bride with the sunset behind them.
It's a photograph that's a little dramatic, a little romantic, and still feels completely like them.
These are the opportunities I always watch for on a wedding day. You can't control the weather or guarantee an amazing sunset, but when everything comes together, sometimes spending five or ten minutes outside can create one of the most memorable photographs of the entire wedding.
Congratulations!
It was such a pleasure photographing this beautiful October wedding at Stevenson Inn & Spa.
Thank you for trusting me to document such an important day. From the portraits and first dance to that incredible sunset, there were so many great moments to capture.
Congratulations to the newlyweds! Wishing you both a lifetime of love, laughter and adventures together.
— Anthony Barton Photography
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Honestly, I love both.
One is the photo we set up — dramatic, colourful, and just a little over the top.
The other is one of those in-between moments that happen when you just keep shooting.
That red dress, though. 🔥
Which one are you choosing — 1 or 2?
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A Beautiful Vineyard Wedding at Holland Marsh Wineries
There’s something about a vineyard wedding that just feels romantic, and Holland Marsh Wineries provided a beautiful backdrop for Rachel’s wedding day.
Located just outside Newmarket, Ontario, Holland Marsh Wineries combines the relaxed atmosphere of the countryside with rows of grapevines, rustic buildings and plenty of beautiful outdoor locations for wedding photography.
From the beginning of the day right through to sunset, there were so many great moments to photograph.
Getting Ready and the Details
I always love starting a wedding day with some of the smaller details.
Rachel’s wedding dress looked incredible hanging outdoors among the trees, and her personalized bridal hanger was one of those simple touches that made the photograph feel uniquely hers.
The lace and detailing in the dress photographed beautifully, especially against the darker greens of the surrounding property.
It’s these little details that help tell the complete story of a wedding day before everything gets underway.
The First Look
One of my favourite moments was Rachel and her groom's first look.
First looks are always interesting because you never quite know what the reaction is going to be. There’s that little bit of anticipation while one person waits and the other walks up behind them.
Rachel approaching with a huge smile made this one especially fun to photograph.
It’s also a great opportunity for couples to have a few minutes together before the pace of the wedding day really picks up.
Wedding Photos in the Vineyard
Of course, if you're getting married at a winery, you have to take advantage of the vineyard.
The rows of vines at Holland Marsh Wineries created a gorgeous natural background for both the couple's portraits and the wedding party photos.
For Rachel and her bridesmaids, we brought everyone together between the vines for a relaxed portrait with their bouquets out front. The soft blues, whites and greens worked beautifully with the vineyard surrounding them.
For the couple's portraits, I wanted to keep things natural and let the location do much of the work. Sometimes the best wedding photographs don't need an elaborate setup — beautiful light, a great location and a couple enjoying themselves are more than enough.
Golden Hour at Holland Marsh Wineries
Then the light changed.
As the sun started dropping toward the horizon, the vineyard was filled with warm golden light. This is exactly why I always keep an eye on sunset during a wedding.
Even if we've already finished the formal portraits, I'll often ask a couple if they're willing to sneak outside with me for another five or ten minutes when the light is right.
Rachel and her husband were up for it, and it was absolutely worth it.
We photographed them with the sun directly behind them, allowing the warm light and flare to become part of the images. The result was a completely different look from the portraits we had created earlier in the day — warmer, more dramatic and incredibly romantic.
Those few minutes at sunset ended up producing some of my favourite photographs from the entire wedding.
Getting Married at Holland Marsh Wineries
For couples looking for a vineyard wedding venue north of Toronto, Holland Marsh Wineries is a beautiful option.
From a photographer's perspective, one of the things I particularly like about the venue is the variety. You can move from trees and rustic architecture to open vineyard rows, and then completely change the look again when golden hour arrives.
That variety means your wedding gallery doesn't feel like every photograph was taken in exactly the same spot.
More importantly, Rachel and her husband looked genuinely happy and relaxed throughout the day, and that's ultimately what I want the photographs to capture.
Congratulations again to the newlyweds. It was a pleasure being there to document it.
Planning a Holland Marsh Wineries Wedding?
If you're planning your own wedding at Holland Marsh Wineries, Newmarket, Barrie, or anywhere throughout Southern Ontario, I'd love to hear what you have planned.
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Congratulations to Michael and Jordan!
A Beautiful Wedding at the Tiffin Centre for Conservation
Congratulations to Michael and Jordan on an absolutely beautiful wedding day at the Tiffin Centre for Conservation!
Surrounded by forests, trails, water, and the natural beauty of Simcoe County, the Tiffin Centre made an incredible setting for their wedding. From the quiet moments early in the day to portraits in the woods and celebrations under the lights, there were so many wonderful moments to photograph.
One of my favourite things about photographing weddings at the Tiffin Centre is the variety. The natural surroundings give us beautiful, relaxed locations for portraits without having to travel anywhere. Michael and Jordan looked fantastic together, and their happiness made photographing them incredibly easy.
Their wedding party brought plenty of personality and colour to the day, while the wooded trails and waterfront gave us a completely different look for Michael and Jordan's portraits. I also loved some of the smaller details—especially Jordan's wedding dress photographed against the stacked firewood. It's simple, rustic and perfectly suited to the setting.
And once the sun went down, the atmosphere changed again. The string lights glowing through the trees created one of my favourite photographs of the day: Michael and Jordan together beneath the lights, enjoying a quiet moment away from the celebration.
Those are often the photographs I love most from a wedding day. Not just the big moments, but the little ones in between—the laughter, the embraces, the glances and the few quiet minutes when everything else seems to disappear.
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Congratulations again, Michael and Jordan! It was a pleasure photographing your wedding and capturing these memories for you.
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If you're planning a wedding at the Tiffin Centre for Conservation or anywhere in Barrie, Simcoe County or Muskoka, I'd love to photograph your day.
My approach to wedding photography is relaxed and natural, with a mix of candid moments, beautiful portraits and all the little details that make your wedding uniquely yours.
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