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Carlos & Angela’s outdoor wedding at Erin Estate, Erin

The theme of this wedding is saturated with the thought of being “lucky” or “fortunate” (afortunado in Spanish), from Carlos’ parents expressing their gratitude for their son all the way to how these two individuals with culinary giftedness find and love each other. Their family recounts their journey with light-hearted and touching testimonies.   Other Vendors Danielle […]

Venoth & Ann’s Hindu and Catholic wedding celebration

To have a Hindu ceremony or a Catholic ceremony? Why not both? And that’s what Venoth and Ann did on the weekend of their wedding celebration. Their film not only tells their story but demonstrates how they weave together the two cultural identities that they bring to their marriage. ​ ​Other Vendors Wee Three Sparrows Markham Convention […]

Daniel & Gizelle’s wedding at Royal Ambassador, Caledon

Sometimes you gotta make fun of your crush to win her heart. And if you’re successful, you can spend the rest of your lives together, building each other back up and being better. Here is Daniel and Gizelle’s love story! ​P.S.- And yes, they did do rock-paper-scissors to decide who was going to do their […]

Jeff & Tracy’s outdoor wedding at Miller Lash House, Toronto

Jeff & Tracy’s “Chinidadian” (Chinese + Trinidadian) wedding was filled with diverse culinary experiences, jokes and lots of dancing. Jeff finds himself marrying into a family of dancers. I thought it was only Tracy, but obviously her father influenced her and her two sisters to appreciate latin-inspired footwork Notables On top of the willingness to […]

Matt & Alison’s wedding at The Boulevard Club (sneak peek)

I laughed a lot during Matt and Alison’s wedding day. Not sure about the lobster fact but it’s pretty darn cute. I’ll look into it, but in the meantime, enjoy this quick peek at Matt and Allie’s day! Other vendors Blush and Bowties The Boulevard Club Deanne MacRae Photography Maximum DJs Toronto Ray Allison Makeup […]

Michelle & Miren’s Hindu wedding at Lakeshore Convention Centre, Mississauga (sneak peek)

This past weekend we took part in the epic finale of Miren and Michelle’s courtship and their new beginning, with drums, dance, laughter and tears in many cycles throughout! What a great way to end the season! Here’s a sneak peek! ​Other vendors Lakeshore Convention Centre Presentations 2 Go Princess Decor Shannon Robbins Photography

Phil & Anna sneak peek

And the award for fastest wedding goes to Phil & Anna! With only a few months to plan their daytime wedding, they pulled it off with class and efficiency. Here’s a little peek at their day. Other vendors Glenerin Spa & Inn Dmitri Markine Photography Gabrielle Desvignes MUA

Duane & Renée’s all white wedding at Paradise Banquet Hall, Vaughan

I finally get to present this truly unique wedding film, featuring Duane and Renée’s white themed wedding. It was such a sick experience blending in with the sea of white and having the privilege of being THE videographer for this occasion. Here’s the story of these wild hearts unchained. Duane and Renée – where do […]

ABOUT the Author

I'm Ryan. Documenting life isn't a job; it's a lifestyle. The unfiltered version lives here.

I'm Ryan, founder and lead creative at Aperture Lane. Born in Jamaica, raised in Canada, and over a decade deep shooting weddings across 40-plus cultures right here in Toronto. No film degree, no fancy origin story. Just the School of Hard Knocks, YouTube University, and a knack for catching what everyone else misses.

Real tips, behind-the-scenes stories, and the answers couples usually find out too late. Consider this your head start.

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