2015. That's a wrap. Edmonton Wedding Photography.

2015 was a crazy year and not at all what I expected. I shot, I networked, I learned a lot. If I could give a budding photographer a few tidbits of advice it would be this: Keep shooting even when things look differently than you thought. Keep learning - nothing shoots you in the foot like thinking you know it all. Stop comparing yourself to others - to their bookings, their work, their "success". As long as you're open to growing for the rest of your life, the sky's the limit!! Branch out and shoot differently that you've ever shot - push yourself! Having a consistent style is important but don't let that stop you from learning new techniques in your craft. Network. Be kind. In this industry you will step into people's lives at the most significant times. Strive to know how much of a privilege that is. Thank you to each and every client. I love you guys. It is not lost on me how incredible it is that you trust me to step into the momentous occasions in your lives. So thanks for that trust. Thanks for investing not just in photographs but in me and this business that I love so, so much.

Thank you to the UNBELIEVABLE vendors I worked with this year. Not only have my eyes been opened to even MORE of the incredible talent this city has to offer but I've also made some incredible friends.

So here's a glimpse of just a few of my favorite images from 2015. I tried new things and pushed myself to grow. And here's to 2016: I hope this year brings new challenges, new growth, new friends, new skills, new clients and new community!

Engaged?  I'm booking now for 2016 and am friggin' excited about it.  Shoot me a message and let's chat about your wedding!

Aeris Photography. Edmonton Wedding Photography.

jessica and jerry. married. edmonton photography.

These two. THESE TWO!!! I'm not sure I've ever photographed a couple that were so laid back yet so energetic and up for anything! It was chilly but Jessica and Jerry were so excited to have us start the day with photos in the gorgeous place that Jessica runs most mornings. What a gem hidden in our city!! She was also excited to do a few photos in the playground near her house where she "plays" (aka does pull-ups like a boss) after her workouts. This couple laughs LARGE and, from all the people there to support them on their wedding day, love even larger <3 Thank you, Jessica and Jerry, for inviting me into this incredible day in your lives. It was such an honor. You two are the reason I love my job so very much <3

Have a look at a few of my favorites from Jessica and Jerry's wedding day and, if you're looking for someone to capture YOUR love, shoot me an email via my contact form or at cheryl@aeris-photography.com!

You can also check out more of my weddings here!

Edmonton Photography.  Aeris Photography.

can't help falling in love. a styled bridal collaboration.

Collaborating with hard-working, uber-talented entrepreneurs is one of my absolute favorite things.  Awesome vendors PLUS flowers and cake and gowns and gorgeousness??? - even better!!  Jenn from Something Beautiful Wedding Planning had been dreaming up this shoot for months after we had met up over coffee to chat about working together. I'm incredible honored to have this shoot featured by Blush Magazine Inc. on their website - please check it out (Blush is local and awesome <3). Check it out and absolutely check out the AMAZING vendors that contributed their skills, visions and products to pulling it off. Dress: Delica Bridal (ti adora by Alvina Valenta) Makeup: HP Makeup Artistry Hair: Anela Salon Groom's attire: Derks Formals Florals: Studio Bloom Cakes: Over the Top Cakes Stationery: Glossie Decor: Special Event Rentals Extra Decor and incredible styling by Wedding Planner Jenn Denis of Something Beautiful Wedding Planning Models: Ashley and Emmanuel (aren't they cute?!!)

On a related note, I shoot ACTUAL weddings, too! Check out more of my wedding work here and shoot me an email about YOUR wedding :)

katie and james. engaged. by edmonton photographer aeris photography.

I just loved meeting up with Katie and James back in April to photograph their engagement session. They're full of love and spunk and overall cuteness which makes my job so easy. What a treat to meet such incredible people through this job! Thanks guys - I can't wait to photograph your wedding in August!

Getting married? Check out more of engagement work here, my wedding work here and then shoot me an email so we can chat!

things that rock my world. blush magazine. an alberta lifestyle and wedding magazine.

I recently messaged Najla, the owner and editor of Blush Magazine and asked if she'd allow me to photograph her for my "things that rock my world" blog series. She obliged and I was stoked!! What a cool opportunity to meet with another small business owner, entrepreneur and dreamer! Blush, local to Alberta, features gorgeous Real-Life weddings, styled inspirational bridals with stunning details, and highlights hundreds of the best wedding vendors Alberta has to offer (See that gorgeous magazine cover below?  It was shot by local photographer Jill Coursen!  The bouquet?  Tickled Floral!  The gown?  From Delica Bridal!  Local awesome hardworking lady folk!). During the shoot Najla shared a bit of her journey to get her vision for Blush Magazine off the ground and then, once it had come to fruition, how hard she worked (for YEARS!!) to get it into mainstream stores. Blush is now published bi-annually and is stocked in Chapters and Indigo stores throughout Alberta. Be sure to check out Blush magazine next time you're wandering the aisles of those stores as well as the creative content that fill its pages!

Props to Jack'd Up Beauty Boutique for Najla's beautiful hair and makeup!

Noticed that gorgeous backdrop behind Najla? It's from the genius mind of The Paper Wedding by Carmen (Yes, it's made completely of paper!). She does work for tons of weddings and events so be sure to check out her work, too!

Know what else rocks my world? Check it out:

YEG Wed/POP Jukebox (A wedding blogger AND a killer DJ?? What?!!)

Eliasz and Ella (Banging bracelets and more from right here in Edmonton)

Beautygram (Don't send flowers! Send a Beautygram!!)

Lottie Da Designs (No joke - the most stunning bridal jewelry you have EVER seen)

Dani Press (Greeting Cards for this decade. Dani is da bomb.)

And hey, I shoot weddings, too!  Check my work out here and shoot me an email if you're looking for someone to capture your love!

things that rock my world. YEG wed. edmonton wedding photography.

I adore weddings and love networking so I jumped on the chance to meet up with and photograph the lovely Stacey from YEG Wed. Stacey is an Edmonton wedding blogger who is extremely passionate about showing brides-to-be that they can have the wedding of their dreams right here in Edmonton. She makes a point of blogging about the best that Edmonton has to offer from photographers, venues, makeup artists, hairstylists...the list goes on! It was great to chat with Stacey over coffee about her love and drive for her businesses in this crazy industry that we both love so much. Kudos to her for working hard to make her businesses successful. It ain't easy but it sure is awesome and that pretty much rocks my world :) Stacey also rocks it as an incredible DJ with her company POP Jukebox - Check out her DJ site here if you're looking for someone to rock it at your wedding!)

I love photographing hard working entrepreneurs but, sure enough, my main passion is photographing weddings. Check out more of my wedding work here and then shoot me an email if you're looking for someone to capture YOUR love!

Want to see what else rocks my world? Check it out here :)