Amanda + Matt: Married in Montreal!

posted by Angela Chin, photography by Tim & Angela Chin

Weddings are beautiful. But they can also get dramatic. And fussy. And the planning process could turn any mild-mannered person into a (bride or groom)-zilla. Amanda and Matt decided that they wanted to avoid all that and just get married.

New Hampshire is their home but Montreal has always been a place that meant a lot to them so tying the knot here made a lot of sense. It was almost an elopement, but not quite as their friends and family back home sent their love and best wishes up with them. And after spending a large part of the day with Amanda and Matt, Tim and I could see how their wedding was so perfect for them. They are easy-going and laid back, warm and friendly with a great sense of humor – we had such a great time hanging out with them. Along with their best man Zach (who literally flew in from the other side of the world), maid of honor Melissa, and officiant, Tim and I rounded out the group who witnessed Matt and Amanda exchange their vows and marry each other on the top of Mount Royal. It was one of those rare, special moments that remind us how privileged we are to do what we do as photographers.

Now, any visit to Montreal wouldn’t be complete without sampling some poutine so that’s exactly what we did after the ceremony, to the surprise of many passerby’s on St-Catherine street. Although I suppose it was also unexpected to see a bride and groom in the middle of the week! Check out some of our favorite shots from the day:

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In true anti-bridezilla style, Amanda drove herself, her sister and I to the wedding:

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Matt – this one is just for you:

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Congratulations Matt and Amanda – we had so much fun with you guys!

Comments:

by Ange

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July 18, 2009 - 11:59 am

Carole Smith - These are outstanding, heartwarming tear producing, happy heart pictures. As Matt’s parents your pictures brought the special day right to us. Thank you for the gorgeous shoot….of course, you had two of the gentlest souls on the planet to photograph! (Best man and maid honor are equally as fabulous.)
Love simply projects from each photograph.
Merci beaucoup!
Carole and Henry Smith

July 18, 2009 - 1:10 pm

Victoria Legier - These pictures made me cry. I love my Matt and Manda.

July 18, 2009 - 2:02 pm

Kate Smith - Matt and Zach look like twins.
Amanda looks FABULOUS.
Congrats, bro and sis-in law!
=)

July 18, 2009 - 6:42 pm

Jenna - Wow! What an awesome wedding. This is the way it should be done.

July 18, 2009 - 8:34 pm

Jean Fleischmann - Fantastic pictures!! Makes me feel like I was right there behind you with the camera. Amanda is such a beautiful bride! Matt is quite the handsome groom. Great pictures of Melissa and Zach, too. You captured the wonderful day perfectly.

July 18, 2009 - 9:00 pm

Rob Fleischmann - I love the combo art portfolio/wedding album! It’s a wedding and an art exhibition all rolled into one. Everyone looks so radiant. You can just feel all the love and those whimsical senses of humor on your big day! Love you both.

July 18, 2009 - 9:13 pm

Jan Edwards - As shown by the photos the simple elopment wedding was truly a classy affair. Well done!! Congratulations!!

July 19, 2009 - 1:38 pm

John Tilton - You guys look great! I do have to take a little bit of the credit ;-)
Beautiful pictures!

July 19, 2009 - 6:18 pm

Jessica Winchester - What great pictures! Amanda looks beautiful! Matt & Zach look so grown up…must be the camera angles :)

July 19, 2009 - 6:22 pm

Henry Smith - I love the pictures as much as I love the folks in them!

July 20, 2009 - 5:35 am

Patricia Dublin - Matt and Amanda, Your weding picture are so beautiful! I love the different angles of the picutes they have such a great eye.

July 20, 2009 - 7:09 am

Donna Wennberg - Matt and Amanda you both look gorgeous & beautiful. Enjoyed looking at the photos (they are stunning). And yes Matt, now I believe you are really married.

July 20, 2009 - 7:42 am

Tina - These are BEAUTIFUL!!!! It does help you had two beautiful subjects. They belong in a wedding mag!! CONGRATS Matt and Amanda!!!!!

July 20, 2009 - 7:44 am

Mary Palmer - The photos were very beautiful, many emotions captured, great job!

July 20, 2009 - 10:47 am

Sarah Aucoin - Those pictures are absolutely wonderful! You two look beautiful together – so very happy and in love. Congratulations and I wish you guys the best. Thank you for sharing thos photos with me!

July 20, 2009 - 11:20 am

Sara - BEAUTIFUL! both the pictures and the two of you. best wishes for a long and happy life together.

July 20, 2009 - 1:19 pm

Stacy Willis - Beautiful couple beautiful photo’s. Very best wishes to the both of you.

July 20, 2009 - 2:00 pm

Erika Whitney - Congrats! So beautiful! Love, Erika and Family (cousin to Dawn and family)

July 20, 2009 - 5:30 pm

Rosanne - Amanda and Matt – you look so happy. These pictures are awesome

July 20, 2009 - 8:21 pm

Mr. Winchester - Congratulations to the two of you! Amanda, I truly believe you have found your soulmate.

July 20, 2009 - 10:48 pm

Auntie Pat - The very best to both of you. Beautius!!!!! Matt you make me proud and you clean up so well, inspite of the itch. Amanda, simply beautiful. I wish you both the very best and much happiness.

July 21, 2009 - 5:38 am

Andrea - So, so beautiful. Happy Day!

July 21, 2009 - 5:51 am

Diane Carpenter - Matt and Amanda, I love these wedding photos. They captured your personalities perfectly. The one of Matt scatching his beckside captures Matt in his true form…..LOL

July 21, 2009 - 9:49 am

Kathy Rowell - Congratulations guys! The photos are gorgeous! Best wishes!

July 21, 2009 - 9:58 am

Heather Lutz - These are some of the most beautiful photos I’ve ever seen. You’re such a handsome couple. I’m so happy for the two of you. Best wishes and a blessed marriage!

July 21, 2009 - 11:46 am

Brenda Gaudet - Oh my goodness, these shots are great! What a perfect wedding in a fabulous location. Although I have to admit I was a bit scared you were going to get married in your sneakers after I saw that shot! Congratulations Amanda & Matt!

July 21, 2009 - 11:54 am

Valerie Arnette - Matt,

Congratulations on your nuptials! These photos are awesome! I especially love the black and white ones because of their timelessness. You make a goregeous couple. May you both have everlasting happiness.

July 21, 2009 - 4:17 pm

Elaine - congratulations to you both! Amanda you looked absolutely beautiful!

July 21, 2009 - 5:03 pm

Jenn Cloutier - Beautiful pictures, beautiful couple. Not only lovely but it looks like fun was had by all, just as it should be. Love you both.

July 21, 2009 - 8:37 pm

Mamie - Dear ones, Your wedding photos are as unique as you!!!!What a day! What a couple! What magic!!

July 21, 2009 - 8:39 pm

Uncle Stephen - Matt and Amanda, What special memories your pictures capture!!! Much happiness to a special couple.

July 22, 2009 - 12:09 pm

Maureen Jette - Your photos are so amazing I can feel the magic! Thanks for sharing them Matt. The very best in loving to you both.

Maureen

July 22, 2009 - 7:31 pm

Karen - Matthew and Amanda, Incredible! I just had wonderful moments looking at each frame, so spontaneous yet thoughtful. This is a site to revisit when I need a lift for sure! I can’t pick a favorite. I love how you captured the love all around! It’s evident in all your pictures. Your wedding is bookmarked! All the best in love, Cousin Karen & Frank

July 23, 2009 - 8:37 am

Kim (McLoud) Sluter - It is very rare to find photos that truly capture the spirit of a particular moment. Excellent photography! Thank you very much for sharing your special moments with us! Best wishes to Matt & Amanda. Love, Kim

July 23, 2009 - 2:25 pm

Aunt Rose Mary - Beautiful pictures

July 23, 2009 - 8:49 pm

Jen Morse - The pics are amazing. Congrats you two!

July 27, 2009 - 8:22 pm

Elizabeth Hansen - Oh my goodness! What beautiful pictures!
I’m so happy for you two! You truly made it your own, and your unique wonderful manners are shown in these pictures. Thank you for sharing. :-)

July 28, 2009 - 7:20 am

Aaron - Slackers Unite! Congrats guys, nice pics!

July 28, 2009 - 7:32 am

Ryan - Hi Guys, Congrats. You probably dont remember me (Aaron’s wife – Ryan) I met you in Denver, Colorado when we all went out there a few years ago.

I just wanted to say you both looked great and very comfortable and relaxed……..like you’ve done it a million times before! lol.

I am so jealous you got to chow down on “Poutine” one of my all time favourite foods (well being that I am Canadian n’ all….)

Yum-Yum. /again congrats.

Ryan & Aaron Stylinski

July 28, 2009 - 7:49 am

Laura Pope - An utterly intimate, romantic, lovely wedding, full of personality and minus the drama. This is the new wave of weddings! And what a view from Mount Royal. xx

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