Hello Hello Hello! Welcome to another blog post!

Today I get to feature the gorgeous wedding of Rochelle and Jermaine! The pops of color were mesmerizing. The ceremony was emotional and the wedding party was just fabulous!

One of the reasons I love being a wedding photographer is being privileged to see some of the most beautiful locations and venues. Ancaster Mill in Hamilton is a breathtaking wedding venue that perfectly blends historic charm with natural beauty, making it such an ideal location for a fall wedding. I loved shooting here!

Nestled along a picturesque waterfall and surrounded by lush forests, this venue offers a romantic and intimate setting that comes alive with vibrant autumn colors. I loved this venue so much I am going to list why I feel it is the perfect place for an intimate wedding.

Why Ancaster Mill is Perfect for a Fall Wedding

On-Site Chapel for a Seamless Ceremony
The venue features a charming on-site chapel, The Mill Chapel, which offers a warm and intimate atmosphere for exchanging vows. Its large windows frame the surrounding trees, creating a naturally stunning backdrop as the fall foliage transforms into rich shades of red, orange, and gold.
Stunning Outdoor Photo Locations
Ancaster Mill’s scenic grounds provide a variety of breathtaking spots for wedding photos. The cascading waterfall, stone pathways, and wooden bridges offer a fairytale-like setting, while the fall leaves create a dreamy golden glow. Whether capturing intimate moments by the water or in the forested surroundings, the venue’s natural beauty enhances every shot.
Cozy and Elegant Reception Spaces
The venue’s rustic yet elegant event spaces, featuring exposed wooden beams, large windows, and fireplaces, create a warm and inviting ambiance—perfect for the crisp autumn air. Guests can enjoy the beauty of the season from the indoor spaces while still feeling connected to nature.
Seasonal Cuisine & Exceptional Service
Ancaster Mill is known for its exceptional farm-to-table dining experience. In the fall, couples can incorporate seasonal flavors into their wedding menu, featuring locally sourced ingredients that highlight the harvest season. I found the staff here to be exceptional from the on-site coordinator (best coordinator ever btw! I forgot her name but she was amazing. So much so I was trying to convince her to open her own wedding planning company) to the serving staff. I was highly impressed.
A Picturesque Fall Atmosphere
The combination of the historic mill, stunning fall foliage, and the cozy, intimate setting makes Ancaster Mill a magical venue for an autumn wedding. The warm tones of the season, the natural textures of the landscape, and the charming chapel all come together to create an unforgettable and picturesque celebration.

Vendors for this wedding:

Venue and Catering: Ancaster Mills

Decor: Presence Events

Photo: Karimah Gheddai Photography - Special thanks to Muneeba for shooting alongside myself on this day

Video: Timeless Tree

Hair: Hairbydri

Bride’s Makeup: Toya Wint

Wedding Dress: Bridal Desires

Bridesmaids’ Makeup: Philly Savy and Toya Wint

Bridesmaid Dresses: Azazie

M.C: CMJ Entertainment

DJ: Dr Mr. Al

Groom’s Suit: Malcom Xclusive

Groomsmen Suits: Andrew's Formals

Telephone Booth: The loveline Co.

Cake and Cake Toppers: Cake was made by both sides of the family; cake toppers were produced by Funko but designed by the bride and groom

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Wedding Ring Set on Wedding Invitation photo by Karimah Gheddai Photgoraphy Toronto based Black wedding photographer

Wedding Party in Burnt Orange and Forest Green outfits Photo by Toronto based wedding photographer Karimah Gheddai

Post Wedding Photos!

One thing I love doing with my clients is post wedding photos! I love the relaxed and fun atmosphere of taking portraits after the wedding day. Here are a few taken of the lovely couple at a studio called Monet Studios (which has the nicest owner by the way) and at Richmond Green in Richmond Hill!

Thank you for joining me on another blog post on my website! I truly cherish being able to showcase these photos because they are truly some of my life’s best work. Until next time wishing you all the beautiful days!

-Karimah

If you would like to book me for your 2025 Engagement Shoot, Wedding or Event then get in touch HERE!

Hey Everyone! Happy New Year! I am super excited for all the amazing things to come this year and proud to share some of the work I got a chance to be a part of in the past couple of years! My motto for this year is to “strive for progress and not perfection”. That said, I hope to consistently blog more of my shoots so as to showcase more of my work, and not wait too long in the hopes of “perfecting” each blog post (because I am definitely somewhat of a perfectionist when it comes to showcasing my work).

This year I have decided to start off my blog posts with a double header! I will be blogging the wedding of Natania and Wiliston, but first, I realized I never blogged their e-shoot and my gosh I decided there is no way I am going to let any more time pass without me blogging this photoshoot of this stunning couple! I love to see black love, especially one rooted and grounded in faith.

It was such a pleasure to work with this lovely couple last year! They are truly amazing! From their e-shoot to their wedding it was all so beautiful, even through the ups and downs of the pandemic that had them rescheduling their wedding a couple of times.

For their e-shoot We took the photos at the Aga Khan Museum, Downtown Toronto (My fav spots here were union station and the Elephant Sculpture!) and finally at Rouge Park. There were 3 different looks and I love how the final outcome of the photos turned out!