A Joyful Gay Engagement at Stanley Park with Their Dog Pippin

I had the absolute pleasure of capturing Patrick and Marcus during one of the last Summer days. These two are tying the knot next August at the Stanley Park Pavilion, so it was only fitting to celebrate their engagement right here among the trees and trails that mean so much to them.

Pippin, their adorable poodle, joined us for the session and brought her own kind of magic.

Stanley Park was the perfect backdrop for this relaxed, love-filled evening, and I can’t wait to be part of their wedding day next summer.

“I love that I can be my complete self around Marcus, without any barriers up. I can just be my crazy and ridiculous self without any fear of judgement. He has created a safe space for me that I will cherish forever.”

– Patrick

“”I love how expressive and affectionate he can be. Patrick prioritizes communication between us which I love as I know a relationship built on open communication will stand the test of time.”

– Marcus

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