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UBC Rose Garden Wedding: Mat + Katina

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Kind words

Mikaela, we were SO happy we chose you to capture our special day! Everything went so smoothly, from the first time we spoke to getting our photos,
which we absolutely loved! They were exactly what we hoped for. Your kindness and talent just shines, and you have such a unique ability to bring a sense of calm to moments that could otherwise be a stressful part of the wedding day!

We love you and your work, and hope our paths will cross again soon. THANK YOU from the bottom of our hearts.

xoxo Noah & Elise

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  • I have a little something I’d love to share with you... Over the last couple years, our family has made an effort to use cleaner, healthier products. It’s scary to know how many harmful ingredients are in the things we use and consume every day, and how they can negatively impact our health. I was genuinely shocked to learn that the US hasn’t changed their regulation on skincare or makeup ingredients since 1938. Whereas Europe has banned 1400 ingredients that are linked to possible health harm such as cancer, hormone distruption and infertility, the US has banned 30. I don’t know about you, but I’m not okay with that! Especially when I have a young daughter to think about...who watches me daily as I wash my face and put on my makeup, picking up my brushes and using my lotions. So, I’ve joined @beautycounter! They are the leading brand when it comes to clean, toxic-free, *and* high performing skin care and make up. Their mission is to get safer products into the hands of everyone. I don’t think I’ll ever consider myself a “salesperson” but because of what Beautycounter stands for, I’m excited to be a part of the company, and their movement for cleaner beauty. If you are interested in safer skin care + cleaner beauty, have a look at the link in my profile to view their products. Or, ask me anything! I’d love to help 🥰
  • Vow to say I do every day 💛 I always admire that fresh commitment and passion for one another at each wedding, between each bride + groom. It occurs to me we can learn from them, and those who have been married 20, 30, 40 years, and commit again each day.
  • Samesies 💞 I try to always tell her how special her hair is, even when we’re picking through the mats and knots, in hopes that she always believes that. The other night I said “Ava, you have the best hair.” And in her three year old innocence she smiles and says “out of everybody!” We’ll work on the being humble part but for now, I’m just glad she likes it too! #gotitfromherdaddy
  • I know it’s not a popular opinion, but I love Mondays 🗓 It’s a low key day around here after what is often a busy weekend - especially during wedding season 📷 I’m currently in my joggers, load of laundry tumbling, a collection of wedding photos to work on in front of me, and blissfully ignoring the dirty dishes piling up! 🧺 Thank you @blushsky for grabbing this photo of me doing my thing on a typical summer weekend 💞 I love that I can go out and immerse myself in documenting a beautiful wedding and then tuck away come Monday 🖥 How do you start your week? ☕️
  • Thankful for reasons to celebrate ✨ Last night we threw a “Hello Hallie” sip + see with friends and family to officially welcome this sweet baby girl 🎀
  • Uniquely beautiful + uniquely them, Mat + Katina’s wedding is on the blog ✨ Link in profile 🥰 . . . . . #mikaelaruthphotography #mikaelaruthbrides #weddingphotography #vancouverwedding #seattleweddingphotograper #pnwphotographer #ubcrosegarden #makeportraits #petitejoys #loveauthentic #thatsdarling #flashesofdelight #destinationwedding
  • Wrap me up in your love ✨
  • Getting to hit pause halfway through the wedding season with a couple weekends off, relishing in all the beauty that has been (aka editing + sharing!) and looking forward to all that’s to come. . . . . . . #mikaelaruthphotography #bellinghamphotographer #vancouverweddingphotographer #pnw #pnwwedding #pacificnorthwest #makeportraits #weddingphotographer #weddingphotography #theknot #petitejoys #flashesofdelight #instagood #thatsdarling #creativityfound #communityovercompetition #creativepreneur #thehappynow #loveauthentic