Shirley and Dave - October 13, 2006



That's right, folks. Look at that photo again - Dave is one committed groom. One who commemorated his marriage and wedding day with a very unique tattoo.

Today, on Friday the 13th, I had a blast shooting the wedding of Shirley and Dave. Dave, originally from Yellowknife was on vacation with his bike when he met Shirley in her home of St. Louis. Sparks flew and the couple settled in the middle - right here in Edmonton.

The couple held their ceremony in La Boheme - a quiet and beautiful bed and breakfast with a ton of character. Below, Shirley waits in the couple's room for the ceremony to begin.


What would a Friday the 13th wedding be without the proper adornments? If you compare the skeleton ornament in the front with Dave's tattoo, you might note a resemblance.


Shirley meets Dave at the bottom of a staircase before proceeding to their ceremony.


The ceremony was held in a charming little room at La Boheme.


The couple shares their first kiss as husband and wife.


This wedding was as close to eloping as you could get without leaving the city you reside in. As their were no guests, myself and one of the La Boheme staff had to be witnesses. This is me signing the register.


After the ceremony the couple shared some champagne and kisses.


And then the first dance.


The newlyweds smile for the camera.


Tuxedos and bikes don't often go together - but today was an exception.


We proceeded to the Royal Museum for a few more shots before finishing for the evening.


Your wedding was a hoot, Shirley and Dave - thanks a bunch for letting me be a part of it. As the tattoo says, love never dies - and I get the feeling that'll hold true for the two of you. Cheers!