Durham Ontario weddings - Ashley Topping Photographer

On my travels as a wedding photographer I have had the opportunity to work with some truly genuine and kind people. Some adventurous and some traditional. Regardless of the specifics they all wanted natural and stunning wedding photography. Weather siding on a more traditional style or leaning towards more candid documentary style photography every couple is as different as their story. My passion lies in natural candid wedding photography and I’m local to Durham region with wedding photography travel to Toronto and the GTA. Many of the weddings you will find in this gallery are either in the GTA or the Durham region. 

It might be capturing the first dance or grandpa who fell asleep during speeches. It could be out of control kind of belly laughter or even just a sneaky smile. Its the moments in between that you share with each other and the big ones everyones watching for. Documentary style photography that will tell your story for years to come. Regardless of what's going on in the Instagram world, whats up on Pinterest or what kind of fad is hitting the wedding industry trend list, natural documentary style wedding photography is timeless. Joy never goes out of style and investing in professional wedding photography will only grow in value over time. Eclectic city celebrations, small town gatherings, and farmhouse traditions are just a sample of the kinds of weddings I shoot. Most important are the couples and their stories. I hope that my work inspires those that seek creative and modern wedding photography that tells a story in a candid and natural way. Timeless and modern wedding photography for couples in the Durham Region and the GTA.

Lets talk direction, guidance, and knowledge. Firstly you're investing in a high end service with someone who knows what they are doing and has been doing it for the past 8 years. You should be able to enjoy the wedding day, your guests and most importantly each other. Though photography is very important, it is secondary. What is most important is that couples enjoy their wedding day, get to spend time with loved ones that have come both near and far and just be present. Couples toast the days events and enjoy all parts of the celebration.  Giving guidance and offering directions through the photography portion of the day will help to keep things moving and couples well on their way to enjoying the festivities. Knowledge of lighting, working with large and small groups of guests, families and Bridal parties can enjoy respectful and kind communication with simple directions to achieve the best wedding photography possible.

With a candid style approach of storytelling and a more modern take on traditional bridal party shots, couples aren’t having to leave their guests for hours to take photos. Though there is always an abundance of wedding photos, being able to capture everything needed in an efficient way is key to getting that bride and groom back on the dance floor as soon as possible. Modern and timeless wedding photography for couples in the durham Region and the GTA. 

I'm always listening for laughter in a room. I follow this and find great shots wherever it leads. A big room full of the closest family and friends that two people could ever love. It's a beautiful thing and I have the opportunity to tell their stories through the meaningful moments and connections they all share. It can be a genuine moment between a father and daughter or uncontrolled laughter from a best mans speech. It's Flower girls spinning and it's hugs that have long been waiting. It's the first look and the best dance moves and it can even be grandpa falling asleep at the church. Genuine moments aren't found on a Pinterest board and real moments happen spontaneously around us. I want to capture real moments that are joyful and fun, silly and romantic. My passion is to provide couples with images that evoke emotion and happiness. Wedding photography that in 10 years time will remind you of how much this day meant and how much love has grown from this adventure.