Kind words from some of my favourite people

  • A couple dressed in formal attire, the man in a tuxedo and the woman in a white dress, sharing an intimate moment at a dimly lit dinner table with wine glasses and a candle, with a decorative wrought iron railing and greenery in the background.

    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.”

  • A young girl with curly hair lying on her side in tall grass with a mountain in the background, smiling and looking upward.

    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.”

  • A wedding reception outdoors with a bride and groom smiling at each other, sitting at a white table with glasses and flower decorations. The groom, dressed in a black tuxedo, is leaning over the bride, who has long hair with floral accessories. In the background, there are trees and mountainous scenery under a cloudy sky, with a wooden cross decorated with white fabric and greenery behind them.

    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.”

  • Black and white photo of a woman in a long, elegant dress holding hands with a man in a suit, standing against a wooden wall with a dark doorway behind him. The woman has a flowing veil extending behind her.

    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.”

  • A bride and groom embrace outdoors during daytime, surrounded by trees and greenery.

    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.”

  • Black and white photo of a bride and groom outdoors, facing each other. The groom is wearing a suit and holding a bouquet, while the bride is wearing a wedding dress and veil. The groom appears to be wiping his eye, possibly crying.

    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.”

  • A woman and a man dancing closely outdoors during daytime. The woman is smiling and holding a large bouquet of pink and white flowers, while the man, in a tuxedo, is facing her with his back to the camera.

    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.”

  • A black and white photo of a wedding ceremony inside a church, with the bride and groom kneeling at the altar facing the priest. The interior has brick walls and large windows, with a cross and crucifix hanging on the wall.

    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.”