Duncan Wedding Photography

Congratulations on your upcoming wedding! We are proud to serve Duncan BC and the entire cowichan valley area, and to offer you comprehensive wedding photography packages built to suit your needs. As you have a look through my various galleries you will realize that I take a creative and fun approach to candid and semi-posed portraits. I believe if you are comfortable, relaxed and having fun then your true personality and real smile will come forth allowing me to create the best possible portraits of you and your loved ones.

Duncan is the unofficial capital of the Cowichan Valley, a fertile crescent of rich farmland, lush vineyards, meandering river systems, and scenic back roads in the southeastern corner of Vancouver Island. Dubbed the “City of Totems,” Duncan has more than 80 First Nations carvings located throughout town, The Cowichan Valley stretches from the towns of Mill Bay and Cobble Hill in the south to Chemanius & Ladysmith just south of Nanaimo. Adjacent to Duncan are the quite ocean front communities of Cowichan Bay, Genoa Bay and Maple Bay. Inland to the west are two towns Cowichan Lake and Shawnigan Lake – they are linked by a hiking and cycling route that follows the famous Galloping Goose train line over a series of heritage wooden trestle bridges.  Whether you are planning a destination wedding or a honeymoon get-away, the Cowichan Valley offers endless possibilities.

What do you offer as a professional photographer living in Greater Victoria?

As a professional I am an experienced destination wedding photographer based out of Victoria BC on the gorgeous southern coast of Vancouver Island. Over the last 8 years I have travelled the world photographing weddings in a variety of places including the west coast of Canada, United States, Mexico and Cuba. Having photographed well over 120 weddings as a professional I feel that I have the experience, creativity and easy going personality to deal with any challenging situation be it inclement weather, people or cirumstances.

I would not consider myself a pretentious or uptight wedding photographer as I love to play and have fun with all of my clients. I possess an abundance of creative energy that I am able to share with my clients allows them to be totally relaxed and comfortable thereby creating the potential for fantastic images of their wedding day.

As an experienced professional in the field of wedding photography; I use professional equipment, which means I work with three cameras and a variety lenses. Thus, I can create a portfolio of images of your wedding day ranging from from stunning wide-angle scenic photos to emotion-capturing images shot discretely from a distance with my telephoto lenses. To create fantastic images in tough lighting situations I also use external flashes that can be used off camera and strategically place for optimal lighting.

What is your style?

My photographic style is a mix of photojournalism, creative fine art, fashion-inspired and semi-posed or what I call prompted portraits. I believe in using every style and even creating some new ones to provide my clients with the most modern, original and creative photos. Images that portray their real personalities. I look to record the story of their day, capturing interesting emotions especially joy and happiness– the kind that causes the couple to tear up in the during the ceremony, or break out in beaming smiles during the reception.

I aim to create interesting compositions, colours, great light, and beauty. I especially like to tie in and highlight the beauty of the nature that surrounds us here on the west coast.

What makes you different from other wedding photographers in the Victoria, BC?

One of my strongest traits that sets me apart from my competitors is my creativity. I have been blessed with the ability to quickly see the potential for new and creative images. I also have the belief in my self to allow for experimentation that leads to interesting, beautiful and classic vintage photos.

As well, I work exclusively as a photographer without having to have another job to support myself. This means that I am not distracted by other responsibilities. I can focus my time and energy on my craft creating those amazing images that my clients come to me for.

How do I choose a photographer for my wedding?

When choosing a photographer to cover your wedding in the Victoria BC, you have a lot of great choices. Every photographer will have her or his own creative style and unique offerings. Your decision should come down to the photographer whose work appeals to you most and whose personality you feel relaxed and comfortable with. I believe your photographer should be a friend, someone that you feel so comfortable with you that your real personality can shine. If you are not comfortable or relaxed with your photographer then your photos may show your tension and discomfort. When you are comfortable the true fun and fabulous moments that you have will be caught so spectularly that you will be amazed over and over.

How do we see our photos after the wedding?

Within 10 days I provide you with an online viewing gallery that’s linked to a professional photo lab. That means your friends and family can order prints directly without needing to ask you or me for images or permission. All of the images created for you will be retouched to perfection by myself using Photoshop.
Please view our online wedding photography gallery to see more of my work.

How much are your wedding photography packages for Victoria, BC?

Please contact me for a detailed wedding package price list for our photography packages.
How soon can we see our wedding photographs after our day is over?

Normal delivery time for your DVD’s 4-5 weeks of your wedding date or sooner. To ensure every image I provide you is perfect, my post-production (photoshop) generally requires about 20-30 hours of work. Albums can take an additional 10-20 hours, plus consultation time.

What locations do you serve around Victoria?

I am located in the gorgeous capital city of Victoria, BC. Locally, I serve all the smaller communities and town around Victoria including Langford, Metchosin, Sooke, Jordan River, Port Renfrew, Sidney, and the Malahat.

As well I frequently photograph weddings in Duncan, Shawnigan Lake, Nanaimo, Port Alberni, Tofino, Parksville, Ladysmith, Comox, Campbell River, Port Hardy, Courtenay and the Gulf Islands of Thetis, Saturna, Saltspring, Pender, Gabriola and Bowen Island) and the lower mainland (including Vancouver, Whistler, Surrey, Burnaby, Langley, Abbotsford, Richmond, Chilliwack and Hope).

I also provide destination wedding photography services in Spanish–speaking countries, specializing in Cuba, Mexico & the Caribbean. PLease feel free to visit my Cuban wedding photography website.

How much are travel fees?

I rarely charge travel fees with full packages. I may need to charge a small fee if your wedding is on a Gulf Island.

Where can I find pricing on your wedding photography packages?

See the information on my wedding packages page. Please contact me for a custom-tailored quotation just for you.

Do you take VISA? How do I pay?

I currently accept PayPal which will process VISA or Mastercard. Please use my email address, info@devincard.com to send payments to me via PayPal. You can also pay by cheque, cash, money order, wire transfer or direct deposit at any Coast Capital Savings bank. I will send the necessary information when we have confirmed all the necessary details and are ready to proceed with reserving your wedding day.

Are you digital, or do you use film?

I shoot with the latest state-of-the-art digital cameras and flash units. I retouch all images to provide you with breathtaking memories.

Do you supply digital negatives?

I supply full size digital negatives for all the images in colour and B&W. This gives my clients the freedom to share and print their images according to their needs.

Is it possible to have black-and-white wedding photos?

I provide you with all your images in both colour and black-and-white photography at no additional charge.

How many prints will I receive with my wedding photography package? Do you put logos on the prints?

I provide beautiful 4×6 unmarked prints with no logos. The number of proofs/prints will depend on the coverage you request, but I always provide you with the best pictures of the day so you have an idea of how your wedding photos will print.

Who pays for shipping, and how is my package shipped?

I charge a small fee for shipping packages to couples outside British Columbia. All packages are sent via Canada Post.

When will I receive my wedding photography proofs and digital images?

All wedding photography proofs are sent to the bride and groom’s / wedding couple’s address within five weeks of the wedding date. They often are sent before five weeks.

What do you do if it rains on our wedding day?

Rain showers are a reality in every part of the world. I am prepared to shoot indoors if need be. Alternatively we can create some fun shots with umbrellas or parasols if you choose to bring them. With great location photography options in and around Vancouver Island, mainland British Columbia, and Cuba, it is easy to sneak inside to skip a rain shower.

How much time should I plan to spend on wedding photography when I am planning my wedding in Victoria?

• Bridal Party Preparations

You will need 30 minutes to 1.5 hours. I recommend having your hair and makeup done at least 1.5 hours before your ceremony. I can then spend some quality time photographing you putting on your dress and veil, sharing a nice champagne toast with your bridesmaids and parents and having some intimate portraits with the girls before the big event occurs.

• Ceremony

The ceremony runs about 30-45 minutes with family photos directly afterward. Family portraits can take between 20 and 60 minutes. It takes between 2 to 5 minutes per grouping. I recommend bringing your family to no more than one location because I find family members can get bored and distracted if they’re kept too long. I give the same advice for wedding party portraits: It can take between 30 and 60 minutes depending on the size of the party and I recommend taking the wedding party to no more than one location. They can get bored and restless waiting for us to do the fun and creative portraits of the two of you.

• Creative & Fun Portraits

I recommend planning at least one special location away from other guests and distractions for 1.5 to 3 hours during your wedding day. This allows me enough time to give you a variety of fun and creative images that will tell a beautiful story of the love and enjoyment of life you share.

• Reception

I am usually asked to stay until the first dance; however, some of my packages include enough hours to allow me to photography the bouquet and garter toss and some of the dancing afterwards.

Should I make a list of my desired wedding photography photos?

I request a list of family combinations and specific bride and groom shots to ensure I get all the shots you want. In the past, some clients have cut out photos from magazines to show me the wedding photography that they like the best. I also am happy to receive links by email. This is a great way to share your vision of the style of photographs that inspire you.

D you have an photo galleries where we can view your work on the internet?

Yes, I do have online wedding galleries. Please visit more photos under the wedding photography section of my website.

Do you offer wedding albums?

Yes, I offer the option of creating a photo storybook from Asuka. It is a coffee-table book printed with flush photos.

Do you require a meal if we book you for the reception?

It is recommended that the couple provide a meal. People generally do not like to be photographed while they are eating, so I take a break during the actual dinner.

How do I reserve my wedding date with Devin Card?

Please contact me for a no-pressure consultation. I have a standard contract that I ask all couples to sign to book the date. As well, I will need a 50% reservation deposit.

How can we contact you?

My photography business is located in beautiful Victoria, British Columbia. Please contact me today for a free no-pressure consultation to discuss your wedding photography, commercial photography, portrait photography or fashion photography needs:

info@devincard.com or (250) 419-1506.

Reviews from LinkedIn Website:

Chris Dobell, Owner, Island Business Print Group Ltd

“I have worked with Devin for many several years and have always been impressed with his quality and fantastic service. One time I recall to get the right angle, he climbed a building across the street for the perfect shot. I would have no hesitation recommending Devin.” January 26, 2012

Anna Bowness-Park

“Devin did an amazing job as the photographer at my daughter’s wedding, He was punctual, and reliable, but most of all it was the amazing photos he took that truly sets him apart. Additionally Devin got on so well with all the guests. He was a part of the reason why the wedding was such a success.” January 26, 2012

Lynn Wilson

“I hired Devin to photograph my wedding in 2008. Devin was my first choice of photographers because I’d seen his work and was so impressed by his skill, creativity, and professionalism. He consistently got great results for his clients, and being that my wedding is a once-in-a-lifetime event, I wanted the same for myself and my husband.

I was not disappointed! Devin went the extra mile to take great pictures of our wedding party and guests. He arrived early and left late, taking pictures the whole time. He suggested different poses and compositions, but always listened to our ideas for shots.

Devin was easy to work with and delivered fantastic results. Why pick anyone else for such an important event? You’ll be very happy that you chose Devin–I am absolutely certain of it!

Victoria is aptly known as the “Garden City”  and is sometimes referred to as “the California of Canada”. It is one of the world’s most desirable wedding destinations. With the mildest climate in Canada, the most annual sunshine in British Columbia, and flowers and gorgeous foliage year round, with horse draw carriages, castles, beautiful beaches, and wild west coast scenery, this beautiful city is a perfect destination for your wedding Victoria Style.  With many annuals and perennials, in 2002, Victoria even broke a record when locals tallied 8,521,514,876 blooms for our annual flower count.

The Greater Victoria area is located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island just off the West coast of Canada and is surrounded by ocean on 3 sides. If you would prefer a more West coast theme, Victoria and area includes the coastal communities of Sidney to the north-east, Oak Bay to the east and to Sooke to the north-west combining miles and miles of ocean views and beach access. Providing many accessible and sceniclocations for your wedding on the waterfront. These oceanside parks, rocky sea-sides, and hills of evergreens, make the breathtaking scenery makes it a perfect choice for  wedding photography and destination weddings. Every community along this coast, from Sidney to Sooke, has oceanfront parks, the largest and most beautiful being the historic Beacon Hill Park and Butchart Gardens.

This area boasts a full array of outdoor and indoor activities and adventures to appeal to everyone. From the traditional charm of “Old English” in Oak Bay, the bustling and lively streets of downtown Victoria, to the eclectic variety of places to  eat, shop, visit and sleep from Sidney to Sooke to Shawnigan Lake, there is truly something here for everyone.  Whether you are planning a destination wedding or a honeymoon get-away, Southern Vancouver Island offers endless possibilities.

Tourists and locals love the year round climate, perfect for outdoor adventuring. From mountain biking to sailing, Victoria offers something for everyone. Just a ferry ride  to the Gulf Islands and Vancouver BC, as well as the ferry from San Juan Islands and Anacortes, WA, Victoria is close-by many areas making it perfect for exploring tourists!

The British colonial history and Native culture is a large part of the picturesque city. Architecture hails from the 1800s, shops dot the street sides, and delicious eateries are found among the many historic landmarks.

Among the attractions includes Beacon Hill Park, home to the world’s tallest, free-standing totem pole carved from a single log. This park is an amazing place for weddings and for wedding photography locations There’s also Victoria’s Market Square, home to many restaurants and shops. The Victorian-era Parliament Building in the Inner Harbour boasts elaborate stonework in its gorgeous structure and at night, marvel at its 3333 illuminating lights.

The Inner Harbour also includes the Legislative Buildings, Royal BC Museum, and Thunderbird Park, the home of 15 totem poles. It’s also the best spot for your spot of tea, at the Fairmont Empress Hotel. If culture is more your more your cup of tea, visit North America’s second oldest Chinatown.

Gardens are in abundance in Victoria, and Butchart Gardens is the best of them all. Over one hundred years old, this garden contains such a wide variety of colourful plants and natural life that it’s clear why over one million visitors flock to it each year.

For those who love the outdoors, we recommend Galloping Goose Trail, the best place to explore whether you’re on foot or bike. Then while you’re out there, visit the Fisgard Lighthouse, a must-see landmark that is the first lighthouse on Canada’s west coast still in operation.  When you’re finished, go exploring on the ocean, taking a boat tour to indulge in whale watching within the Pacific, you might even see orcas, grey whales, and sea lions.

Read more about getting married in Victoria:

• Weddings Victoria
• Tourism Victoria

A wedding in this beautiful city is an event that will remain in your hearts forever.

I could not have asked for anything better. I would highly recommend Devin Card Photography for any type of photos as he will capture the beauty of any moment and anyone.

Carolyn

We just need to tell you how impressed we are with your professional photography!! You have made it very difficult to choose which picture to enlarge for gifts! The true color, the clarity, the many different ‘poses’, choice backgrounds etc. have left us very undecided as to which is THE photo to enlarge. So, we opted for six best!

THANK YOU, Devin, for catching these very special moments from our great grandson to our group photo and bubbles, we treasure EVERY photo. They are so special.

Hugs for great memories, Barry and Edna Traynor

We are excited to announce Devin Card Photography has won the Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2012.

I am very excited and proud to be recognized as being in the top of the field as a wedding photographer in this Canada wide competition!

Thank you for all your support!

Press Release:

{Victoria,BC} – January 30, 2012 – WeddingWire, the nation’s leading wedding Marketplace, is excited to announce Devin Card Photography has been selected to receive the prestigious WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ 2012 for Photography!

The esteemed annual awards program recognizes the top local wedding vendors from the WeddingWire Network who demonstrate excellence in quality, service, responsiveness and professionalism within the wedding industry. While many industry awards are selected by the organization, Devin Card Photography was selected based on its stellar reviews from past newlywed clients.

Devin Card Photography is recognized as part of the top five percent of wedding professionals in the WeddingWire local vendor community, comprised of over 200,000 wedding professionals throughout the United States and Canada. The Bride’s Choice Award recognizes the best local wedding vendors across 20 service categories, from wedding venues to wedding photographers, based on their overall professional achievements throughout the past year.

“WeddingWire is thrilled to honor the success of the top-rated wedding professionals within the WeddingWire Community,” said Timothy Chi, CEO, WeddingWire. “Since the launch of the Bride’s Choice Awards™ program four years ago, thousands of outstanding wedding professionals have been recognized by the bridal community for their supreme service and dedication to the wedding industry. It is with great pleasure that we congratulate Devin Card Photography for their continued professionalism and commitment to enriching the wedding planning experience for engaged couples.”

We are happy to announce that Devin Card Photography is one of the very best Photographers within the WeddingWire Network, which includes leading wedding planning sites WeddingWire, Project Wedding, Brides.com, Martha Stewart Weddings, and Weddingbee. We would like to thank our past clients for taking the time to review our business on WeddingWire. Thanks to their positive feedback we were able to receive the WeddingWire Bride’s Choice Awards™ for 2012.

For more information, please visit our WeddingWire Storefront today at http://www.weddingwire.com/biz/devin-card-photography-victoria/88f7c3ad9f485479.html.

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Diamond Package: 8 hours of coverage. Starting at $3500.

This premier package satisfies the needs for those who want nothing but the very best for their wedding day. Highlights of the day include; candid, fun, and semi-posed pre-ceremony preparations (bride and groom dressing), the ceremony, followed by fun, semi-formal and candid portraits (alone and with the family/wedding party) and finishing off with the reception; cake cutting, garter toss, bouquet toss, first dance and on into the night. These images will be used to create a story of your
wedding day which will be elegantly presented in a custom made table top album that will preserve and safeguard your memories for the future.
This package includes:

• Engagement photos: A two hour session with two locations of your choosing.
• Ten 4xprints and one 8×10 enlargement. Images on CD.
• Wedding day: 1000 + exposures.
• Custom designed table top album from Asuka showcasing the most beautiful moments of your day. Forty pages (40 sides, 100 images) with your names and wedding dateembossed on the front and spine.
• Two print albums to hold the 4×6 prints with 600 color and B&W images inside of yourchoice.
• Two parent albums (20 images each).
• Ten 8×10 enlargements.
• 150 prints of your favorite image for your thank-you cards.
•  Images will be available on an internet gallery for 1 year for your family and friends to view and order prints and download images.

• Digital Negatives: high resolution images will be burned to DVD/CD (one for eachfamily and one for yourself) in colour and B&W (1800 images approximately). Includes all copyrights and permissions for all of your images.
• DVD slideshow with your favorite song.
• Second photographer can be included for $750
• A whole day of fun!

Platinum Package : 7 hours of coverage. Starting at $2400

An excellent package that not only provides great coverage, but fantastic image presentation. Depending on your itinerary, coverage includes: pre-ceremony, ceremony, semi-formal and candid portraits (alone and with the family/wedding party), reception, cake cutting, bouquet toss, garter toss, first dance and beyond (time permitting).
The package includes:

•  A minimum of 900 exposures.
• One print album of 4×6 prints with 300 color and B&W images inside of your choice.
• Ten 8×10 enlargements.
• 100 prints of your favorite image for thank-you cards.
• Images will be available on an internet gallery for 1 year for your family andf riends to view and order prints and download images.
• Digital Negatives: high resolution images will burned to DVD(one for each family and one for yourself) in colour and B&W (approximately 1600 images total). Includes all copyrights and permissions for all of your images.
• DVD slideshow set to your favorite song.
• A ton of Fun!
• Second photographer available for $750 for the day.
• Additional hours are available for $250 per hour.

Gold Package: 6 hours. Starting at $2150

This package is perfect for the couple who are having a smaller wedding with a shorter time frame. Depending on your itinerary, coverage can include ceremony,
semi-formal & fun portraits (alone and with the family/wedding party), reception, and cake cutting (time permitting).
This package includes:

• A minimum of 750 exposures.
• One print album of 4×6 prints with 300 color and B&W images of your choice inside.
• Five 8×10 enlargements.
• 75 prints of your favorite image for your thank-you cards.
• Images will be available on an internet gallery for 1 year for your family and friends to view and order prints and download images.
• Digital Negatives: high resolution images will be burned to DVD (one for each family and one for yourself) in colour and B&W (1200 images approximately). Includes the copyrights and permissions for all of your images.
• DVD slideshow set to your favorite song.
• Great times with a lot of fun!
• Additional hours are available for $250 per hour.

Silver Package: 5 hours of coverage. Starting at $1950

A basic package that covers a beautifully coordinated afternoon starting with the ceremony and leaves enough time for fun and creative portraits in several locations.

This package includes:

• A minimum of 600 exposures.
• One print album of 4×6 prints with the best 100 color and B&W images inside.
• Two 8×10 enlargements.
• 50 prints of your favorite image for your thank-you cards.
• Images will be available on an internet gallery for 1 year for your family and friends to view and order prints and downloadable images.
• Digital Negatives: high resolution images will be burned to DVD/CD (one for each family and one for yourself) in colour and B&W (1000 images approximately). Includescopyrights and permissions for all your images.
• DVD slideshow set to your favorite song.
• Lots of smiles!
• Second photographer available for $750 for the day.
• Additional hours are available for $250 per hour.

Your Custom Made Package
Create your own custom wedding day package starting at $750 for 3 hour on weekdays (Non-holidays). Additional hours are available for $200 per hour.

Early booking specials:

8 hours coverage with unlimited locations: starting at $2000

10 hours coverage with unlimited locations: starting at $2500

Your Custom Wedding Photography Package includes:
• A minimum of 300 exposures for the first 2 hours and 150 additional exposures for
every extra hour.
• Images will be available on an internet gallery for 1 year so your family and friends may view and order prints and download images.
• Digital Negatives: High resolution images will be burned to a DVD in colour and B&W (Suitable for printing enlargements).
• Includes copyrights and permissions for all your images.
• 100 4×6 prints of your choice.
• Lots of fun!

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For a free consultation contact us at: info@devincard.com (250) 419-1506
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Devin did our engagement and wedding photography. He both looked professional and was a pleasure to deal with. All the photos were discussed prior as to what we liked and disliked. He was creative, easy to work with and made you extremely comfortable. By the wedding day I felt like Devin was more of an invited guest then someone I hired to do a job. Great photos! Great prices! And a great guy to work with. We highly recommend Devin!
Amy & Parker

Amazing Experience! We love our wedding photos, and it was great having Devin capture all the special moments on our wedding day. Our family and friends keep commenting on how beautiful the pictures on the web gallery are! A big thank you to Devin – we really enjoyed our day, and are glad he was apart of it.
Barbara & Stephen

Christina & Jonathon

Karen & Cam

Devin has a unique style and different approach to traditional wedding photos. Typically, we shy away from the camera, but Devin managed to keep us focused and relaxed, capturing a story in many shots. We especially loved his use of colour and black & white in some of the photos to create, not just memories, but truly unique and amazing works of art. We love our wedding photos! And highly recommend Devin Card !
Kathy & Richard

I have nothing but great things to say about Devin and his photography! Our wedding was in Tofino, BC on Dec. 30th – not always a great time of year for a wedding in Tofino! The weather worked out in our favor thank goodness and in the photos you’d never guess it was the middle of winter! Devin was fantastic. Most of our communication was done via email and telephone and Devin was always prompt in answering messages, often on the same day! The day before the wedding Devin met with us to discuss what we wanted in our photos and to get to know us a bit. We wanted fun photos that didn’t look set up or posed and Devin certainly delivered! I love our photos and we had a great time playing in the surf and exploring the rain forest while Devin snapped away! Thanks Devin – we’ve already recommended you to friends!
Susie & Cory

Devin Rocks! We had our wedding ceremony and portraits at Hatley Castle in Victoria, BC and our reception at the Inn at Laurel Point. Our pictures came out so beautiful and he was such a pleasure to work with him. Devin had so many great ideas and every picture came out spectacular. He made it fun, easy and very stress free. I highly recommend hiring him for any event!
Tammy & Bryan