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Hey, I’m Kate—so glad you’re here.
Let’s chase light and soak up your connection.
Pause. Breathe. Be fully in this moment.
Let the beauty around you pull you closer.
Laugh hard, love big—no pressure, just fun.
From our first chat to the final photo—I’m here.
Every big and quiet moment, held with care.
Kate paterson photographed in Langley with her pet

Heeey!!

Hi, I’m Kate—your wedding and lifestyle photographer and I’m so excited you’re here!

Your love story deserves to be beautifully captured, cherished and remembered for years to come. Together we’ll freeze every moment—from those breath-stealing, unforgettable instances to the gut-busting, can’t-stop-laughing memories. It’s real, it’s raw, and it’s timeless.

Capturing your epic love story is what sets my soul on fire. I’m a passionate wedding and lifestyle photographer based in Abbotsford, BC (just outside Vancouver), and I’m ready to travel anywhere to document your day. Whether it’s a local adventure or a dream destination, we’ll make it unforgettable together!

Let’s make this unforgettable!

Kate Paterson
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Take a breath,

take a moment

and re-live your day

through every image

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IT'S ALL ABOUT THAT HEART POUNDING, TEARS IN YOUR EYES, WILD AND MAGICAL KIND OF THING!

You’re engaged and beyond excited but your mind is racing with all the things you should do, could do and things you don’t even know about yet. From picking out your perfect white dress to choosing your wedding photographer, you’re torn between planning an intimate elopement or a grand celebration. The lists are piling up and you’re not sure where to start—or even where to turn.

Giiiirrrl, I’ve got you covered!

This is where it all begins—with me. I’m here to help you sort through the chaos and focus on what matters most: capturing your love story. We start with your engagement session and as we get to know each other and work together, I’ll guide you every step of the way. By the time your wedding day arrives, I’m not just your photographer—I’m your trusted friend and third wheel, making sure every moment is perfectly documented so you can enjoy your big day stress-free.



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Hayley & Peter

"I cannot express how amazing you were! You went above and beyond expectations and I am so glad that we had you there throughout this entire journey!"
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Mariah & Justin

"Omg Kate!! These are so so incredible!!!!!  Thank you for capturing our day so perfectly. I am actually obsessed with all of photos, I don’t even know where to start"
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Samantha & Co

"Omgosh Kate! These photos are incredible! You captured everyone's essence in the most beautiful way."

It's the magical, stars in your eyes, gut busting laughter, heart pounding

change your life kind of love

European Photo Session

 

Helicopter Elopement | Kim + Eric

 

Steamy Couples Photoshoot | Whonnock Lake

 
Glowing pregnant woman in a picturesque Fraser Valley meadow, highlighting the beauty of pregnancy in nature.

Maternity in the Fraser Valley with Alicia + Will

 
Swaneset Golf Club wedding

Swaneset Bay Resort Wedding | Brittany + Steve

 
CLIENT CLOSET

client closet

 
Serene ocean embrace during romantic couples session at Mud Bay in Vancouver

Sunset at Mud Bay with couple

 
Glowing mother-to-be in flowing maternity dress standing in golden meadow at Blackie Spit Vancouver

Golden Maternity Photoshoot at Blackie Spit

 
Romantic outdoor wedding ceremony at Rowena's on the River with mountain backdrop in Fraser Valley

Wedding at Rowena’s on The River

 

Hayley & Peter

 

Shayna & Brady Engagement

 

Kalamalca with Leah & Dave

 

Desert Road

 

Utah with David & Nuvola

 

Tammy & Ty

 

Desa & Justin

 

Kiehona & Isaiah

 

Tia & Travis

 
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Hayley & Dylan

 
Tender family portrait in golden light, full of soft smiles and connection

Family photoshoot in Maple Ridge

 

every moment

matters!! All the big

& all the small

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Let's freeze this moment in time, together

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Pro tip for your wedding day: build in a little ti Pro tip for your wedding day: build in a little time just for the two of you.
No cameras, no expectations—just a quiet moment to breathe it all in.

Sarah and David did exactly that. They slipped away from the bustle, stood hand in hand overlooking their ceremony site, and let the day sink in. The view, the calm, the love—it was everything.

Because sometimes the best part of your wedding isn’t the big celebration, it’s the quiet space in between where you realize... this is your forever.
Missing evenings like this… Paige, the ocean bre Missing evenings like this… Paige, the ocean breeze, and that golden sunset glow. There’s something about those warm, fleeting moments that stay with you long after the sun has set.
There’s something about the mountains at golden There’s something about the mountains at golden hour that makes every bridal moment feel epic. Sam and Dino brought the perfect mix of romance and connection to this mountain-side session—proof that bridal portraits don’t have to be just about the dress, but about the story, the connection, and the moments in between.

Content day with@katepatersonphotography 
Wedding planner @refinedrevelryevents
Hair and makeup @rose.quartzbeauty
Bridal Bouquet @forflora.ca
Décor & faux florals @valleyweddings
Jewelry @lizcameronco
Cake @reddymadecakes
Golden hour has a way of making everything feel a Golden hour has a way of making everything feel a little more magical, and this evening with Steph and Stefan was no exception.
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Leaving their boys at home, they spent the evening soaking in the meadow, laughing, connecting, and fully embracing just their relationship.
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Moments like these—soft light, genuine smiles, and the quiet joy of being together—are exactly why I love what I do. It’s all about capturing the sparks that make your love story uniquely yours.

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