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Burnaby weddings and photoshoots from 17+ years behind the camera.

Burnaby Weddings And Photoshoots

If you are planning a Burnaby wedding or photoshoot and want bold, candid and artistic images, Pursell Photography has photographed couples all over Burnaby’s mountains, lakes, parks and city venues.
We use creative off camera lighting and a relaxed, photojournalistic approach so you can stay present in the moment while we create dramatic images that show off both your connection and Burnaby’s scenery.

Explore our dedicated Burnaby venues overview on this Burnaby page, browse full stories in the wedding portfolio and view real sessions in the engagement and couples gallery to start planning your Burnaby wedding or photoshoot.

Weddings In Burnaby

Burnaby is one of the most versatile places for weddings in the Lower Mainland, with mountain views, lakes, forests, urban backdrops and modern venues all within a short drive.
Whether you are getting married at a golf course, a heritage house by the lake or a mountaintop venue, there are endless options for creative portraits and candid moments.

As experienced Burnaby wedding photographers, we know how to use changing light, weather and architecture to your advantage.
You can see how different Burnaby locations photograph in the Burnaby venues overview page and in real celebrations like the Burnaby Mountain wedding story.

Popular Burnaby Wedding Venues

Burnaby has an amazing variety of wedding venues, from golf course clubhouses and lakeside pavilions to modern hotels and mountaintop locations.
Here are a few favourites that pair especially well with our lighting and storytelling style.

  • Burnaby Mountain Venues
    Burnaby Mountain and the SFU area are perfect if you love sweeping views and modern architecture.
    For a closer look at photos and spots on the mountain, visit our Burnaby Mountain photoshoot locations guide.
  • Riverway Clubhouse And Golf Course Venues
    Golf courses in Burnaby offer manicured greens, ponds and big windows that make for beautiful ceremony and reception spaces.
    For more inspiration, check out our article on golf course wedding venues around Vancouver.
  • Deer Lake Area And Heritage Spaces
    The Deer Lake area combines heritage buildings, tree lined paths and lakeside views that are ideal for intimate weddings and romantic portraits.
    You can see similar styles of venues and photos in our Fraser Valley venues guide and rustic wedding photos.

If you are still choosing where to host your celebration, our broader Vancouver wedding venues guide and the article on indoor and outdoor venues in the Greater Vancouver area are a great place to start.

Best Burnaby Photoshoot Locations

Burnaby is also one of our favourite cities for engagement sessions, pre wedding shoots and portraits.
You can go from forests and ocean to mountain views and city lines within minutes, which gives a lot of variety in a single session.

  • Barnet Marine Park
    Barnet Marine Park has forest, beach, old structures and mountain views all in one spot, which makes it one of the best locations in the Lower Mainland for weddings and photoshoots.
    Get a detailed look at our favourite angles and planning tips in the Barnet Marine Park photoshoot locations guide.
  • Burnaby Mountain And SFU
    Burnaby Mountain offers forests, viewpoints, architectural lines and covered options at SFU, which is great in any weather.
    See how we use these spaces in real wedding and portrait days in the Burnaby Mountain photoshoot guide and the Burnaby Mountain wedding blog post linked above.
  • Lakes, Parks And Neighbourhoods
    Burnaby’s lakes, neighbourhood streets and smaller parks also work beautifully for couples and family sessions if you prefer something quieter.
    For more ideas across the region, browse our engagement shoot locations guide and unique nature photography locations in the Fraser Valley and Vancouver.

To see how different locations look across seasons and times of day, scroll through the photostream, where we share recent weddings and sessions from Burnaby and beyond.

Why Couples Choose Pursell Photography In Burnaby

We are a husband and wife team known for dramatic lighting, clean compositions and relaxed direction that makes people feel comfortable on camera.
Whether we are working at a busy venue, in a quiet park or on the side of a mountain, we make sure the experience feels easy while we handle the technical side.

Learn more about us on the about page and read real reviews from couples on the reviews page to see what it is like to work with us.

Burnaby Wedding And Photoshoot Planning Resources

If you are in the early planning stages, these articles and guides on our site can help you pick the best venues, locations and timing for your wedding or session.

Plan Your Burnaby Wedding Or Photoshoot

Whether you are hosting a full wedding at a Burnaby venue, planning an elopement on the mountain, or just want a photoshoot that shows off your favourite parts of the city, we can help you design images that feel like your story.
Tell us about your ideas, must have locations and what you are most excited about, and we can recommend the best timing, coverage and locations for your Burnaby day.

Start by exploring the wedding work in our portfolio and the engagement and couples gallery, then visit the contact page to check availability and start planning your Burnaby wedding and photoshoot experience.

What Our Burnaby Clients Have to Say

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Why settle for nice when you could have spectacular!

Most wedding photographers take nice photos, but for the most important day of your life, why settle for nice when you could have spectacular!

C+D Vancouver, BC | 2016

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