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LILY LAIDLAW

I am a storyteller and romantic who lives to capture moments of connection and  beauty wherever I go.

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Hi, I'm Lily.

Welcome to my blog, where I share my recent work from weddings, engagements, proposals and other significant photography sessions from around the world. When I'm not behind my camera, I spend time travelling, playing with my daughter, eating my husband's lovely meals, and cuddling with my 2 dogs and 2 cats. I adore documenting love stories and cannot wait to tell yours!

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How To Create The Perfect Wedding Timeline + FREE Checklist!

January 14, 2023

Wedding day timelines not only give you peace of mind but will also provide transparency to your wedding guests and vendors – especially your wedding photographer. If you need clarity on how to schedule your day to be stress-free and photography-friendly, my extensive How To Create The Perfect Wedding Timeline Guide will walk you through […]

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A beautiful and stylish couple posing beside their floral wedding arch on their wedding day at their ceremony location in Santorini, Greece.

Top Five Reasons To Consider A First Look

March 29, 2022

Here are five top reasons you may want to consider including First Look photography (also simply known as A First Look) on your wedding day. One of the oldest wedding traditions is waiting to see your partner for the first time on your wedding day at the beginning of the wedding ceremony. Why then would […]

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Bride and Groom doing their First Look in their wedding gown and tuxedo at the University of Alberta Botanic Gardens.

Adventure Engagement Photography Session in Alberta, Canada

July 2, 2021

Lily Laidlaw Photography is thrilled to share the love story of Haley and Jordan through their stunning destination engagement photography session, which was full of adventure, in Alberta Canada. Location Options in Alberta for Haley and Jordan’s Adventure Engagement Photography Session Haley and Jordan describe themselves as romantic, playful, and adventurous, and to our delight, […]

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Engaged couple in love. Outdoor destination engagement photo.

Edmonton River Valley Engagement Photography Session

June 25, 2021

Stunning Edmonton River Valley Engagement Photography Session Lily Laidlaw Photography is thrilled to share Blenda and Donovan’s June Edmonton Engagement Photography Session in the Lush River Valley. Edmonton Engagement Photo Locations We are Thrilled to Share One of Lily Laidlaw Photography’s Wedding Couples’ Love Stories as Well as a Sampling of the Stunning Photos Captured […]

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Engaged Couple In the Edmonton River Valley by Lily Laidlaw Photography

Create A High-End Luxury Wedding Experience

June 16, 2021

Any wedding can look high-end and luxurious with the right details in place. Whether you want elaborate and European-inspired wedding decorations or prefer a sophisticated and modern theme, there are so many ways you can create a luxury wedding experience. After shooting many spectacular local weddings locally as well as internationally, my team and I […]

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A Surprise Engagement on Lake Minnewanka

April 17, 2021

What could be more romantic than taking a trip to the beautiful Alberta Rockies with your partner? A surprise engagement, of course! I was beyond thrilled when Zain reached out to me about his plan to capture his proposal to his girlfriend, Fatima; he had the ring, and the location all picked out, and the […]

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What’s Golden Hour & Why Include Time For It On Your Wedding Day?

April 13, 2021

Would you like to know the simplest way to bring your engagement and wedding photos to a whole new level? My Golden Hour Photography for Weddings and Engagements Guide provides extensive information on the benefits of including a Golden Hour session in your day-of-wedding timeline. I also offer additional tips and tricks to help you […]

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