Altars of Remembrance for Lovers of God’s Presence

A couple dressed in wedding attire dancing on steps in an ornate, arched corridor of a historic building.
Black and white photo of an older man with glasses and a blazer, raising his hands in front of him. Light trails and motion blur suggest activity or dance. Other people are partially visible in the background.
A table setting with pink napkins, greenery, wine glasses, and a thank you card on a white plate.
A black and white photo of a bouquet of flowers being held upside down against the sky, with a hand gripping the bouquet.
A black and white image of a joyful, laughing family cuddling together on the ground.
Black and white photo of hands showing henna designs and a formal suit sleeve against a leafy background.
A black and white photo of a couple sitting on a ledge in front of the glass pyramid at the Louvre Museum in Paris, France.
Black and white photo of a couple cutting a tiered cake, surrounded by plates with cake slices on a table.
Two young girls in flower girl dresses and floral crowns, holding baskets, standing in a rustic setting.
A woman in a white wedding dress with pearl accents, holding a bouquet of pink and white flowers, standing in a doorway, smiling and looking over her shoulder.
Black and white photo of a person's hand extended in worship, with a man standing in the background, slightly out of focus.
Bride and groom holding hands in a loving gesture, with the bride wearing a white wedding dress and the groom in a black suit, sitting on a wooden bench.
Interior view of a grand staircase with ornate columns, leading to a doorway with sunlight streaming through open doors.
Two women are close together behind a sheer fabric veil, with one woman kissing the other's forehead and both women having their eyes closed.
Two hands reaching out and holding each other in a dark background.
Black and white photo of a man and woman walking, focusing on their legs and feet. The man wears dark pants and shoes, while the woman wears a long dress and wedge sandals.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom hugging tightly, with emotional expressions, during their wedding.
A man and woman joyfully dancing outdoors with blurred motion, in a stone courtyard setting.
Black and white photo of a bride in a lace wedding gown with a long veil, holding a bouquet of flowers, standing with a groom in a suit in a field, with mountains in the background.
A black and white photo of a bride and groom in a close embrace, with the bride wearing earrings and a veil, and the groom's back partially visible.
A woman with short brown hair is holding her head with her hands, covering her face. She is wearing a ring on her finger and a light-colored top. The background is blurred with green tones.
Two women running indoors; motion blur effects, black and white photo.
A woman holding a baby watches three children running through tall grass on a hillside with mountains in the background in black and white.
A person holding a piece of white tulle fabric, with detailed floral nail art and a wedding ring, outdoors with blurred greenery in the background.
Black and white photo of a wedding ceremony outdoors with the couple and family with their heads bowed and hands on each other, and a man with a microphone officiating.
Two children, a girl and a boy, playing outdoors in a grassy field with mountains in the background. The girl is tossing a bunch of leaves or flowers into the air, and both are smiling and enjoying the moment.
Blurred black and white photo of a person in a white dress holding hands with another person, with Florence's skyline in the background.
A black and white photo of a group of people praying or reflecting with heads bowed and hands on each other's shoulders inside a church during a wedding ceremony.
A child with long hair smiling and lying on grass, being played with by an adult whose hand is on the child's chest.

For couples who value genuine connection, covenantal love, and the presence of God woven through it all

Book 2026

I’m so glad you’re here.

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My name is Yan – wedding photographer based in Vancouver, Canada, and available worldwide. At the heart of my craft is a devotion to documenting the presence of God with intention, reverence, and artistry. It’s my joy to preserve your sacred day through the craftsmanship of visual poetry, and usher you into remembrance of your love for one another.

When I step away from the camera, you’ll find me playing my piano, drinking a flat white, or having a deep conversation with a close friend.

I can’t wait to meet you!

bride's mother is adjusting the shoulder of the bride, who is looking at her with a serious expression. The scene takes place in a room with a mirror in the background.

Less about what it was, more about how it felt.

So that when you look through your wedding album 40 years from now, you may fall in love with one another all over again.

A bride and groom sharing a close, intimate moment at sunset with sunlight creating a glow around them.

Less about performance, more about presence.

For couples who value connection over spectacle, I'm here to notice the moments that truly matter.

Impressions

  • Working with Yan for our engagement shoot was absolutely incredible. He took the time to get to know us as a couple and customized the shoot to reflect our story. It was our first time ever doing a photoshoot, but he made us feel so comfortable. He coached us through different poses and prompts with gentlness and intentionality. When we received the photos we were so happy, as his photos authentically captured us as a couple. We don’t just have photos to look back on, but truly an enjoyable experience.

    — Tyler and Ysabella Jones

  • Yan was incredible to work with! He truly values each shoot and goes above and beyond to capture the true essence of the couple he is working with! He is genuine and professional in an inviting way! He has done my engagement, wedding and family photos and has been outstanding every time! Time and time again I find myself looking back at these photos. They truly transport me back to the moments and the emotions of these milestone in life. They are a treasure in our home. We have gotten so many compliments on Yan's work and love all of the photos we have received!

    — David & Kennedy Chifan

  • I was honestly a bit stressed about doing family photos, but Yan made the entire experience so easy and enjoyable. From the very beginning, he was considerate of our needs and made sure to take the time to understand what we wanted. He even helped us prepare by creating a mood board of pictures to nail down the vibe and the creative shots ahead of time. This was a total game changer, as it made choosing outfits, props, and the overall feel of the shoot so much easier. The kids took to him right away. The session felt like a breeze, with lots of laughter and a really light, joyful atmosphere throughout. He even brought a speaker to play our favourite tunes, which kept the energy, fun and relaxed. When we got the final photos, they were absolutely stunning. He truly documented memories that will cherish forever. We found our lifelong photographer.

    — The Krause Family

  • We had a photoshoot of our engagement in Vancouver capturing our last years living in the city. The wedding itself took place in Colombia, surrounded by our entire family. Yan accompanied us on this adventure, and he truly felt like part of our family. He went the extra mile, capturing moments from days before the wedding with our parents and friends. Yan made us feel secure. We knew we had entrusted the most important job to someone who knows their craft. He is an artist, and he exceeded our expectations. Even before the wedding, Yan asked questions that helped him understand our hearts. This allowed him to naturally capture memories that were uniquely ours—perhaps moments that no one else would have been sensitive to. Take Yan’s questions seriously. He genuinely wants to get to know you and your family. Getting to know him also helps you relax during the moment, knowing that he will do the best job. 200% recommended.

    — David & Valentina Zambrano

  • We first met early on in the planning process and Yan really took the time to get to know us and our story. He placed a lot of emphasis and care in wanting to capture our love story through his photos. Yan created such an easygoing, encouraging, and fun atmosphere where we were able to get comfortable and take some stunning photos. He struck the perfect balance in terms of being prepared and giving gentle guidance while also capturing organic and lighthearted moments. We were blown away when we saw our photos- he really has such a special and unique ability to capture so much emotion in his work. On our wedding day, it felt like we were reconnecting with a good friend.

    — Ian & Agnes Sun

  • Yan documented our engagement photoshoot and wedding day so beautifully. He's great at making us feel comfortable during the shoots and captured our relationship and emotions so well! He helped us plan our wedding photo timeline and made sure we have time to get some golden hour shots. He also took the extra mile to get to know our family and wedding party before the wedding day to make sure everyone feels comfortable. We love our wedding gallery and are excited to share it with our friends and family. It is everything we hoped for - Yan documented all the important and candid moments throughout our wedding day. Thank you, Yan!!

    — Marcus & Viola Blackstock

  • Yan is an OUT OF THIS WORLD photographer. We hired him for our engagement and wedding day in October 2021. He went above and beyond our expectations, and has an incredible gift of capturing raw moments of time. Not only is he incredibly skilled, he's also super fun and easy to work with, which is needed on a crazy wedding day! I'll always recommend him to anyone looking for someone to capture their special day. Thank you, Yan!

    — Clay & Raquel Konrad

Availability

In order for me to pour my whole heart and serve each one of my clients with excellence, my wedding bookings are limited to 15 per year. At this time there are 5 more wedding bookings available for 2026. Once you fill out the inquiry form, I will get back to you in 24 hours. If we are a good fit and your date is available, we will proceed with booking your wedding photography.

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