Ottawa Food & Wedding Photographer

Welcome to my blog!

I am a Wedding, Lifestyle & Food photographer based in Ottawa.

I love food and I love people. I love food photography because of the beauty and creativity in contemporary cuisine...it's edible art. I love wedding photography because weddings are all about people at their best. It's a thrill to be able to capture the moments throughout a wedding day, and tell the story visually through photographs.

I recognize that as a photographer, it's kind of a strange mix of subjects - which is why I feel that 'Eat. Drink. Be Married.' is a perfect theme to bring it together.

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Amber & Russ : Engaged!

Thursday, September 1, 2011 Posted in Engagement

Amber and Russ - Toronto Wedding Photographer Christian Lee I made my way down to Brantford, Ontario last weekend to check-out the site of Russ & Amber’s upcoming wedding at Russ’ family’s farm, and also do a set of engagement photos. They had actually already done some engagement photos with Amber’s sister, Heather, who is a wedding photographer herself, but I always feel that it’s a great thing to do before the wedding – so that we can all get comfortable working together. We had a great time on the gorgeous property, getting some cool shots on Russ’ tractor, by the creek (where the ceremony will be held), and in the dense woods across the street, where Russ proposed to Amber.

They were a ton of fun to work with, it was a great time, and I can’t wait for their wedding!

Here are some of my faves:

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Heather LynneSeptember 12, 2011 - 4:26 pm

They are beautiful! I cannot wait to see the wedding photos. You guys were great!

Sneak Peek: Charles & Jen Married!

Sunday, August 21, 2011 Posted in Wedding

Charles and Jen's wedding sneak peek by Ottawa wedding photographer Christian Lee

Here is a quick sneak peek from Charles & Jen’s beautiful wedding yesterday in Curran, Ontario. More to come…!

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Precious Things PhotographyAugust 23, 2011 - 1:51 pm

What a gorgeous bride and such a meaningful image. Beautiful, Christian!

Sneak Peek: Pete & Alicia Married! Billings Estate Museum Wedding

Sunday, August 14, 2011 Posted in Wedding

Billings Estate Museum wedding - Christian Lee, Ottawa Wedding Photographer Just a quick teaser from Pete & Alicia’s gorgeous wedding yesterday at Billings Estate Museum, followed by a reception at Juniper Restaurant. More to come!!!

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Married: Matt & Chelsea | Ottawa Fairmont Chateau Laurier Wedding

Monday, August 1, 2011 Posted in Wedding

One of my favorite things about being a wedding photographer is the great potential for clients to become friends. This is often the case, and with Matt and Chelsea it was certainly no different. Over the past year since we first met to discuss their wedding plans, I have gotten to know them really well, and they truly are amazing people. They share a similar sense of humour, they love to spend time together, and they’re a ton of fun to hang out with. Matt even invited me along (without my camera) to his bachelor party weekend in Wasaga Beach, where, aside from realizing that I’m way too old to behave like a “frat-boy”, I got to know what a really great guy he is, with some great friends.

Their wedding day was gorgeous. It was a beautifully warm, sunny day (and not humid!) in Ottawa – as good as you could ask for. Their ceremony and reception were both at the elegant Fairmont Chateau Laurier Hotel in Ottawa, an absolutely stunning venue. The day went off without a hitch, and the party went on well into the night, with the dance floor often resembling clips of Electric Circus. It was a great time, and I think the photos tell the story of their special day.

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Jen SmithAugust 1, 2011 - 2:16 pm

Gorgeous images!! What a handsome couple. Love her chocolate eyes over the bouquet and the couple’s portraits.

Karen SavilleAugust 1, 2011 - 2:28 pm

Thank you so much Chris, absolutely beautiful pictures,again an amazing piece of work

PrestonAugust 1, 2011 - 2:48 pm

That photo of the dress hanging is glorious. Well done!

Blake BurtonAugust 1, 2011 - 2:52 pm

beautiful coverage…those dancing pics are legit!

Timothy KaldasAugust 1, 2011 - 3:03 pm

Beautiful coverage Christian. I love the bride’s getting ready photos and you got some great shots of the energy of their reception party.

DrewAugust 1, 2011 - 5:01 pm

Beautiful light! Love the dress shot, and awesome dance floor candids!

Nathan GilmerAugust 1, 2011 - 5:56 pm

You nailed that shot of the dress! Well the whole shoot really. Nice job.

LenAugust 1, 2011 - 6:36 pm

What a gorgeous couple and an awesome wedding, it looks like such an awesome reception too. I love all of the dance shots, you’ve caught some awesome moments!

Michael WachniakAugust 1, 2011 - 7:11 pm

Love that shot through the (tunnel?)…the red one… and your dance shots are killer!

Sarah RomingerAugust 1, 2011 - 9:27 pm

Looove the shot through the red tunnel! It’s so unique and interesting. Also, I think all the moments you captured (dancing especially!) along with the bouquet and shoe shots are pretty awesome too

Lyn Ismael-BennettAugust 1, 2011 - 9:36 pm

Love the reception shots! It looks like everyone had fun!

Married: Dominique and Leigh | Rockcliffe Pavilion and Eighteen Restaurant Wedding

Thursday, July 28, 2011 Posted in Wedding

Dominique's dress and flowers

Dominique & Leigh’s wedding was a wild & fun-filled day, with threats of rain (and actual rain) most of the day, but it cleared-up at just the right times. Dominique and Leigh opted for the “first look”, which I arranged to take place on the locks over the Rideau Falls in Ottawa, a really cool & private place for them to see each other for the first time on their wedding day. It went-off without a hitch and it was beautiful. After the first look, we made our way to the scenic Rockcliffe Pavillion in Rockliffe Park for the ceremony, followed by a beautiful reception at E18hteen Restaurant in the Byward Market.

It was a fantastic day and a gorgeous wedding. Congrats!!