Business Details
17 Years
experience
Award-Winning Wedding Photography in Vancouver
At Will Pursell Photography, we specialize in capturing love stories through a unique blend of photojournalism and creative off-camera lighting. With over 15 years of experience, we have documented more than 400 weddings, mastering the art of transforming any weather or setting into breathtaking imagery. Our approach prioritizes authenticity, allowing couples to immerse themselves in their special day while we discreetly capture candid moments and dramatic portraits. We pride ourselves on our expertise in lighting, ensuring every photo radiates quality and emotion.Our commitment to excellence extends to personalized service, including custom-designed heirloom albums and wall art that preserve your memories for generations. Recognized in leading publications and featured in Vancouvers prominent billboards, we combine technical precision with artistic vision to deliver magazine-quality results. As a husband-wife team, we bring a collaborative dynamic that ensures every angle of your story is told with creativity and care.
Services
Wedding Photography
Portrait Photography
Elopement Photography
Custom Wedding Albums
Wall Art
Details
- Year established: 2009
Highlights and features
- We have over 15 years of experience in wedding photography.
- Our expertise in off-camera lighting ensures stunning photos in any condition.
- Two professional photographers are included in every package.
- Five-star reviews across all platforms for exceptional service.
- Custom-designed heirloom albums preserve your memories for generations.
What people say
Stunning photos
Amazing lighting
Professional and friendly
Unique style
Exceeded expectations
Services
Wedding Photography
Our wedding photography service blends photojournalism with creative off-camera lighting to capture authentic moments and dramatic portraits. We document your entire day, from preparations to the final celebration, ensuring every emotion and detail is preserved. With two photographers, we guarantee comprehensive coverage and unique perspectives.
Portrait Photography
Luxurious on-location portrait sessions tailored to individuals, couples, and families. We guide you through dynamic poses and natural interactions, using expert lighting to create gallery-quality images. Ideal for engagements, milestones, or personal art collections.
Elopement Photography
Specialized coverage for elopements and small weddings across British Columbia. We capture your unique celebration in scenic, off-the-beaten-path locations, combining adventure with artistic storytelling to document your commitment in a relaxed, authentic way.
Custom Wedding Albums
Handcrafted heirloom albums designed to showcase your wedding story. Featuring archival paper, lay-flat spreads, and customizable leather covers, these albums are curated to reflect your personal style and ensure lasting preservation of your memories.
Wall Art
Premium wall art solutions to display your favorite images. We offer professionally printed canvases, metal prints, and framed pieces that complement your home decor, transforming your photos into timeless art installations.
People
Will Pursell
Photographer & Photo Editor
With a passion for creative lighting, Will has specialized in wedding photography since 2008. His expertise in off-camera lighting ensures striking images in any condition. Beyond photography, he enjoys outdoor adventures like skiing and mountain biking.
Lauren Pursell
Photographer & Album Designer
Lauren transitioned from graphic design to photography, combining her artistic skills with a love for storytelling. She specializes in candid moments and album design, bringing a detail-oriented approach to every project while enjoying outdoor activities with Will.
Questions
Do you offer coverage outside Vancouver?
Yes, we travel throughout British Columbia and beyond for weddings, elopements, and portrait sessions.
How many photos will we receive?
Full weddings typically include 500+ edited images, while smaller sessions provide around 60+ curated photos.
Are albums and wall art included?
Albums and wall art are available as add-ons, with custom designs to suit your preferences.
Can we request specific photo styles?
Yes, we blend photojournalism with creative lighting but welcome your input to tailor the approach.
How long does editing take?
Full galleries are delivered within a month, with preview images shared sooner.
Is there a backup photographer?
We always work as a duo, ensuring coverage from multiple angles without needing substitutes.
Reviews (4)
S. L.
Nov 24, 2021
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Amazing! Different! Vibrant! Those are just three words to describe this fabulous husband and wife duo.
Going back a few years I started to browse casually online at wedding photos and fell instantly in love with Will and Laurens style. I showed their portfolio to my now husband and we both knew they would be perfect for our wedding, whenever that would be. When the time came, we immediately made contact and booked them. They made us feel so at ease. We didnt know what to expect when we met up for our engagement session but they guided us, joked around with us, and just let us be us
Going back a few years I started to browse casually online at wedding photos and fell instantly in love with Will and Laurens style. I showed their portfolio to my now husband and we both knew they would be perfect for our wedding, whenever that would be. When the time came, we immediately made contact and booked them. They made us feel so at ease. We didnt know what to expect when we met up for our engagement session but they guided us, joked around with us, and just let us be us
Deanna Letford
Oct 21, 2018
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We could not have been happier working with Will & Lauren. From the first meeting we felt 100% at ease that our photos were in good hands and that we found an incredible team to work with. They were kind, professional and fun. The results were better than we ever imagined. They were able to capture moments that fly by so quickly during the wedding and tell a story of the day from start to finish.
Selecting the right photographer was the most important decision to us and after speaking to 30+ other photographers we knew that Will & Lauren were the right pick for us. Their ability to capture moments
Selecting the right photographer was the most important decision to us and after speaking to 30+ other photographers we knew that Will & Lauren were the right pick for us. Their ability to capture moments
Mathew Collings
Oct 14, 2018
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If your looking for a one of a kind Photography team for your wedding, well kids, look no further, you have found them! Will and Lauren are simply incredible! Their photos are so unique and so powerful, but what is even more impressive is how down to earth and easy going they are. I am a filmmaker and we have been lucky enough to work with Will and Lauren on many weddings over the years, they always blow us away with how easy they make things for us, how fun they are and most importunely how respectful they are of us and everyone involved in the event. Will and Lauren make the day that much easier
Noreen Johnson
Sep 30, 2018
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Will and Lauren were the photographers for our wedding and they were absolutely amazing! All of the photos were so incredibly gorgeous with each image telling its own story of the day!! The way they play with the lighting in a photo is masterful! They are truly an amazing talent and we are so thankful that we found them!! From the first Skype call to the engagement photos to the day of the wedding, they were so accommodating and so easy to work with! Will and Lauren are true professionals and the level of care that they showed in capturing our day is beyond amazing. There were so many little moments
