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Maple Ridge Weddings And Photoshoots

If you are planning a Maple Ridge wedding or photoshoot and want bold, candid and artistic images, Pursell Photography has photographed couples at rustic lakes, barns, lodges and forests throughout the area.
We use creative off camera lighting and a relaxed, photojournalistic approach so you can stay present with your guests while we create dramatic photos that feel like your story and showcase Maple Ridge’s mountain and forest backdrops.

To see more of our work in and around Maple Ridge, start with the Maple Ridge wedding photos overview, then browse full celebrations in the wedding portfolio and real sessions in the engagement and couples gallery.

Weddings In Maple Ridge

Maple Ridge sits at the edge of the mountains with lakes, rivers, forests and rustic venues that make it perfect for couples who love the outdoors.
You can host your ceremony at a camp, lodge or lakeside hall and then sneak away for portraits in nearby forests, along the water or up in Golden Ears.

We love photographing here because the tall trees, moody light and dramatic peaks give a cinematic feel in every season.
Our style focuses on working with that natural atmosphere while bringing in lighting that lets you look your best in any conditions.

Popular Maple Ridge Wedding Venues

Maple Ridge has a handful of rustic and nature focused venues that are ideal for relaxed, West Coast style celebrations.

  • Whonnock Lake Centre
    A lakeside venue surrounded by forest, with a hall, docks and beach areas that work well for ceremonies, receptions and sunset portraits over the water.
    It is perfect if you want an affordable, nature focused wedding close to town.
  • Zajac Ranch
    A camp style property set among trees and open spaces, ideal for couples who want a summer camp feel with cabins, fields and forest trails for portraits.
  • Loon Lake Lodge
    A lodge and retreat centre in the forest with a private lake, docks and trails, which creates a true getaway atmosphere within driving distance of Vancouver.
  • Fraserview Village Hall And Community Spaces
    Halls and community venues in Maple Ridge give you flexible indoor spaces that can be transformed with decor and lighting, while you use nearby parks and riverfront areas for portraits.
  • Barns And Farm Properties
    Rustic barn and farm venues around Maple Ridge provide fields, long grass and mountain views that pair beautifully with our lighting style and a more laid back celebration.

If you are comparing Maple Ridge with other Fraser Valley locations, our Fraser Valley wedding venues guide is a helpful place to see how different areas and venues line up.

Best Maple Ridge Photoshoot Locations

Maple Ridge is also one of the best areas for engagement sessions and portraits if you love mountains, forests and lakes.
Many couples choose to do adventure style sessions here, even when their wedding is in the city.

  • Golden Ears Provincial Park
    A classic Maple Ridge location with towering mountains, Alouette Lake, forests and rivers, offering everything from wide open lake views to mossy trails and rocky creek beds.
  • Alouette Lake And Gold Creek
    The lake shoreline and Gold Creek area provide reflections, boulders and clear water that look incredible in both moody overcast light and at golden hour.
  • Kanaka Creek And Local Trails
    Creeks, waterfalls, bridges and forest paths around Kanaka Creek and similar trails give a more intimate, woodland feel for couples and families.
  • Riverfronts, Dykes And Viewpoints
    River dykes, viewpoints and open areas around Maple Ridge add long leading lines, big skies and sunset views over the valley.

For more outdoor ideas that pair well with Maple Ridge, explore our nature photoshoot locations near Vancouver and our engagement shoot locations guide.

Why Couples Choose Pursell Photography In Maple Ridge

We are a husband and wife team who specialize in using off camera lighting and clean compositions to make forests, lakes and mountains look their best, from foggy mornings to clear nights.
Our couples often say they felt relaxed and taken care of while still getting images that look like artwork and real memories at the same time.

You can learn more about us on the about page and read real experiences from couples on the reviews page, then see full wedding days in the wedding portfolio.

Maple Ridge Wedding And Photoshoot Planning Resources

If you are just starting to plan a Maple Ridge celebration, these resources on our site can help with venues, locations and timing.

Plan Your Maple Ridge Wedding Or Photoshoot

Whether you are hosting a full wedding at a lakeside lodge, planning a rustic camp celebration or just want a photoshoot that shows off your favourite Maple Ridge trails and views, we can help you design photography that fits your story.
Share your ideas, must have locations and what you are most excited about, and we can recommend the best timing, coverage and locations for your Maple Ridge 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 Maple Ridge wedding and photoshoot experience.

What Our Maple Ridge Clients Have to Say

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Friendliest wedding photographers

Many of the guests at the wedding commented that Will and Lauren were the friendliest wedding photographers they had ever seen.

C+D Vancouver, BC | 2016

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