Mona & Calvin
It all took place in August of 2023, at The Crystal Suite in Manchester.
Some weddings stand out not because of their size, but because of their soul. Mona and Calvin’s day was exactly that—an intimate celebration woven together with sincerity, culture, and an undeniable, effortless chemistry between two people who were clearly meant for each other.
From the moment I first spoke with them during the planning stages, it was obvious that their wedding was going to be something beautifully personal. Mona, originally from the UK but now building her life and career in Canada, spoke with such softness yet conviction about returning home to marry. Calvin, calm, thoughtful, and wonderfully grounded, complemented her energy in the most natural way. Their story began at work—one of those coincidences that doesn’t feel like coincidence at all—and grew into something deep enough to bring them halfway across the world to celebrate with the people who mattered most.
On the wedding day, everything felt intentional. No rush. No noise. Just warmth. As soon as Mona stepped into the room—graceful in her Pakistani bridal detailing—Calvin’s eyes softened in a way that said everything without a single word. It’s rare to see two people so tuned into each other; every glance, every smile felt like a quiet conversation only they understood.
Photographing them didn’t feel like directing—it felt like observing. They moved together naturally, slipping into moments of laughter, stealing gentle touches, and holding each other with a familiarity that only comes from a love built on true friendship. Their different backgrounds, Pakistani and Chinese, blended effortlessly throughout the day, a reflection of two families coming together with genuine love and open hearts.
And true to their own words: they dazzled, they dined, and they danced.
As the evening unfolded, the room glowed. Guests shared stories, the couple drifted from table to table with heartfelt hugs, and eventually, everyone found themselves on the dance floor. It was joyful, unpretentious, and deeply meaningful—exactly the kind of celebration that reminds me why I love doing what I do.
Mona and Calvin’s wedding wasn’t defined by grandeur; it was defined by connection. A cross-continental love story that circled back to where it began, celebrated by the people who helped shape them, and captured in the most honest, beautiful way.
A small wedding with a big heart, and one I’ll always remember.
We captured this wedding alongside Allure Events (Cinematographers), who we’ve had the pleasure of covering 50+ weddings with since 2018.
