We kicked off our 2009 wedding season with a sunny day at Aberthau mansion, with the pleasure of photographing Sue Ann & Richard's springtime nuptials!

Location scouting is always an integral part of planning for a wedding! Aberthau Mansion was so cool, we had to swing by twice! :) Actually, we just wanted to see how many of the flowers had bloomed since we were there last. An active community centre during the day. it's a great location for a wedding ceremony, and very reminiscent of the Cecil Greene building at UBC.

Daffodils now in bloom ...

Update - Cafe Vancouver had their grand-opening Friday (April 24th), so we stopped by again to sample the coffee and the Turkish pastries baked by Solomon's wife Naz. Very tasty! That, combined with the fun of seeing lots of international hits on our blog (hello Turkey!) after Naz emailed all her friends ... convinced us to do a follow-up. :)

While out and about doing a quick bit of testing on a new polarizing filter, I met Solomon, who has just opened a new place in Yaletown called "Cafe Vancouver". I didn't really get a chance to sample the goodies this time around, but I vowed to return soon with Rosy. Cafe Vancouver has an inviting decor and along with organic coffee, they bake mostly everything on-site. I'm also always up to support local Yaletown businesses whenever possible ... and especially with free wireless internet! Future clients, don't be surprised if I bring you here to meet instead of the busy Starbucks! :)

Solomon and his team ...

I was just passing by and noticed that the new convention centre was open. I only had my point & shoot, but couldn't resist a few pics.

The front entrance I think?