Christopher Luk Photography (Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer in Toronto)

08/11/2023

It might sound odd, but I often "handcraft" perfect moments. Over the past few years, posing has been gaining a poor reputation. Of course, no one is a fan of poorly-directed, stiff, lifeless posing, but originally, master portrait photographers (and portrait painters) utilized posing techniques to ensure that their subjects looked and felt their very best with confidence in front of the camera. My photographic style is a hybrid of both natural photojournalistic, relaxed, candid moments and stylized, posed, crafted moments.

I make it a point to get to know my couples on a personal level: I ask each of them how they met, what they like to do for fun, and how they want to cherish the memory of their wedding day. By actively listening to what they're saying and seeing how they interact with each other, I'm able to get a much better understanding as to what they envision and how I can best help achieve what they're looking for. Plus, my couples love how my characteristic photographic style is bright, colourful, and full of joy 🙂

08/11/2023

Hi! I'm Chris: a full-time wedding, family, and event photographer based in Toronto whose signature “hands-on documentary” style is full of life and joy. I have a unique ability to encapsulate meaningful, heartwarming, and emotional storytelling of sentimental moments in an artistic way. I have a passion not only for weddings, but for seeing marriages succeed, and relationships endure for a lifetime.

I love spending time with my family; being a delicious food consumer; and satisfying my audio, video, music, and sartorial gear acquisition syndrome.

I'm looking forward to getting to know you better!

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Christopher Luk
Wedding, Family & Event Photographer
Web: www.chrisluk.com
E-mail: [email protected]
Instagram: chrislukphoto

08/11/2023

“More than “just a photographer”, he was our rock.

If you want the smoothest wedding (and the best day of your life) you HAVE to hire Chris.

I reached out to him as soon as I was engaged (2 years prior to my wedding) and he was our rock throughout the planning process. Any question we had – whether it was photography related or not he was there to help the best he could – he had great suggestions for make-up, ceremony/reception venues, even sign language interpreters.

Chris and his team were fun to work with – they knew how to make you laugh and make the photos look natural. I love how they capture the emotions of the day in a candid-looking way. He was easy to work with and flexible. Chris is super responsive – I don’t expect someone to answer all my emails right away, but he was right there when I needed him – answering all my questions and calming my nerves throughout the process.

But what I LOVED the MOST about Chris is his organization! As soon as we told Chris we were looking at a January wedding, he instantly came up with a schedule – down to the minute – (actually 2 schedules with different options) for the day to optimize sunlight. THAT WAS AMAZING! He worked with us to incorporate all our ceremony / reception needs. That schedule was THE ROCK of the wedding day — it made planning everything else a breeze! As we looked for other vendors, Chris became our standard – they had to be able to work with Chris and his schedule, provide the same level of customer service, detail and care.

Chris made our wedding day stress free and easy. He provides so much more than memorable photos – he’s there to guide you through the whole scary and overwhelming process of planning your wedding.”

— Jillaine and Will’s Wedding Photography Experience Review & Testimonial

06/08/2023

05/31/2023

May laughter be the soundtrack of your love story. Have a blast and cherish every joyful moment together! :)

02/17/2023

Katy and Alex both love Christmas, so they were happy to integrate some holiday decor into their photos at the studio, the church, and at the dinner reception too!

Katy’s family lives in the Kitchener Waterloo region and their family’s local church was the perfect location for their wedding ceremony. The church is over 70 years old, complete with stained glass windows, detailed wood carvings, and a pipe organ in the balcony. Now being married there is another great family memory and milestone to celebrate!

In order to capture beautiful images in the wintertime, while keeping everyone in the wedding bridal party comfortable, I found a beautiful photography studio in the heart of historic downtown Kitchener in the Old Boehmer Box Factory. The studio had a stylish vintage loft feel with its original hardwood floors, white plastered brick walls, and solid timber wood beamed ceilings. Its historic charm and warm atmosphere made it a perfect setting. If you’re having a winter wedding, ask your photographer if they know of any local indoor natural light photography studios that are available for rent!

Congratulations, Katy and Alex! May you both continue to enjoy vanilla ice cream together forever :)

See more at: https://chrisluk.com/kitchener-waterloo-wedding/

01/13/2023

Happy 4-year wedding anniversary, Jillaine and Willie! :)

11/05/2022

This lovely family was looking to update their family photo albums, capture some new images for their holiday cards, and also take some pictures of everyone altogether. Plus, in a few months, they’re also expecting another wonderful addition to their growing family!

I’m thankful that we were able to take advantage of the beautiful fall colours outside too. It has been so unseasonably warm for such a long time this year, so outdoor sessions have been able to stretch into early November (which never happens)!

10/13/2022

Unionville Fall Family Photos

See more at https://chrisluk.com/unionville-fall-family-photos/

10/13/2022

Soon after welcoming their baby boy into the world, this amazing mom was looking for the perfect Fathers’ Day present. Her idea was to have some family pictures taken of all 3 of them together so that she would have something to print, frame, and display on their gallery wall at home. That really was a perfect sounding idea to me!

They waited a couple of months for the leaves to start changing colour and for baby to grow up a bit more to schedule their family session. We met up at a quiet hidden-away trail area near Main Street Unionville and went on an adventure exploring the golden colours of the fall and autumn leaves.

I know that the first few months of being parents to a newborn are really difficult, but you’re doing an amazing job! I’m looking forward to seeing how all 3 of you will continue to grow together as a loving and lovely family :)

08/16/2022

It was a joy walking alongside Victoria and Adam the last few years. Wishing you many more years of growing closer together through overcoming the inevitable challenges that will come your way!

Toronto Wedding Photographer: Christopher Luk Photography (Wedding & Lifestyle Photographer in Toronto)
Reception Venue: Guildhall at Old Mill Toronto
Photo Session Location: Old Mill Toronto
Cocktail Hour Pianist: Kristen Westwood
Bride and Bridesmaids Dresses: Mori Lee
Florist: Cool Green & Shady
Wedding Favours: Chocollata Gourmet Brigadeiros