Altars of Remembrance for Lovers of God’s Presence

A couple dressed in wedding attire dancing on steps in an ornate, arched corridor of a historic building.
Black and white photo of an older man with glasses and a blazer, raising his hands in front of him. Light trails and motion blur suggest activity or dance. Other people are partially visible in the background.
A table setting with pink napkins, greenery, wine glasses, and a thank you card on a white plate.
A black and white photo of a bouquet of flowers being held upside down against the sky, with a hand gripping the bouquet.
A black and white image of a joyful, laughing family cuddling together on the ground.
A woman in a white wedding dress with pearl accents, holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers, standing in a doorway, smiling and looking over her shoulder.
Two young girls in flower girl dresses and floral crowns, holding baskets, standing in a rustic setting.
Black and white photo of a couple cutting a tiered cake, surrounded by plates with cake slices on a table.
A black and white photo of a couple sitting on a ledge in front of the glass pyramid at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France.
A person holding a piece of white tulle fabric, with detailed floral nail art and a wedding ring, outdoors with blurred greenery in the background.
Black and white photo of a person's hand extended in worship, with a man standing in the background, slightly out of focus.
Blurred black and white photo of a person in a white dress holding hands with another person, with Florence's skyline in the background.
Interior view of a grand staircase with ornate columns, leading to a doorway with sunlight streaming through open doors.
Two children, a girl and a boy, playing outdoors in a grassy field with mountains in the background. The girl is tossing a bunch of leaves or flowers into the air, and both are smiling and enjoying the moment.
A black and white photo of a group of people praying or reflecting with heads bowed and hands on each other's shoulders inside a church during a wedding ceremony.
Two hands reaching out and holding each other in a dark background.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom hugging tightly, with emotional expressions, during their wedding.
A child with long hair smiling and lying on grass, being played with by an adult whose hand is on the child's chest.
Two women running indoors; motion blur effects, black and white photo.
Two women are close together behind a sheer fabric veil, with one woman kissing the other's forehead and both women having their eyes closed.
Black and white photo of a bride in a lace wedding gown with a long veil, holding a bouquet of flowers, standing with a groom in a suit in a field, with mountains in the background.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom in a close embrace, with the bride wearing earrings and a veil, and the groom's back partially visible.
A woman holding a baby watches three children running through tall grass on a hillside with mountains in the background in black and white.

For couples who value genuine connection, covenantal love, and the presence of God woven through it all

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I’m so glad you’re here.

Let’s get started!

I’m Yan – wedding photographer based in Vancouver, Canada, and available worldwide. At the heart of my work is a devotion to documenting the presence of God with intention, reverence, and artistry. My photos serve as memorials that usher you into remembrance of your testimony. It’s my delight to preserve your most sacred moments through the craftsmanship of visual poetry.

When I step away from the camera, you’ll find me playing my piano, drinking a flat white, or having a deep conversation with a close friend.

I can’t wait to meet you!

Less about what it was, more about how it felt.

So that when you look through your wedding album 40 years from now, you may fall in love with one another all over again.

Less about performance, more about presence.

For couples who value connection over spectacle, I'm here to notice the moments that truly matter.

Kind words from some of my favourite people

  • David & Valentina Zambrano

    “Even before the wedding, Yan asked questions that helped him understand our hearts. This allowed him to naturally capture memories that were uniquely ours—perhaps moments that no one else would have been sensitive to. Take Yan’s questions seriously. He genuinely wants to get to know you and your family.”

  • The Krause Family

    “Yan even helped us prepare by creating a mood board of pictures to nail down the vibe and the creative shots ahead of time. This was a total game changer, as it made choosing outfits, props, and the overall feel of the shoot so much easier. The kids took to him right away. The session felt like a breeze, with lots of laughter and a really light, joyful atmosphere throughout.”

  • David & Kennedy Chifan

    “Time and time again I find myself looking back at these photos. They truly transport me back to the moments and the emotions of these milestone in life. They are a treasure in our home.”

  • Clay & Raquel Konrad

    “Yan is an OUT OF THIS WORLD photographer. He went above and beyond our expectations, and has an incredible gift of capturing raw moments of time.”

  • Tyler & Yra Jones

    “Yan took the time to get to know us as a couple and customized the shoot to reflect our story. It was our first time ever doing a photoshoot, but he made us feel so comfortable.”

  • David & Cailyn Balandy

    “We had so much fun in the engagement shoot as he played fun music to help us get comfortable, and during the wedding he was engaging yet prompt for timing, and was clear in his direction for photos, whether it was just David and I, or if it was large group photos.”

  • Ian & Agnes Sun

    “We were blown away when we saw our photos- he really has such a special and unique ability to capture so much emotion in his work. On our wedding day, it felt like we were reconnecting with a good friend.”

  • Marcus & Viola Blackstock

    “Yan took the extra mile to get to know our family and wedding party before the wedding day to make sure everyone feels comfortable. We love our wedding gallery and are excited to share it with our friends and family.”

Availability

In order for me to pour my whole heart and serve each one of my clients with excellence, my wedding bookings are limited to 15 per year. At this time there are 5 more wedding bookings available for 2026. Once you fill out the inquiry form, I will get back to you in 24 hours. If we are a good fit and your date is available, we will proceed with booking your wedding photography.

Ready to make it happen?

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