A Unique Vancouver Wedding: Minoru Chapel to the Aquarium

Welcome to a truly one-of-a-kind Vancouver wedding. This celebration beautifully combined history and marine wonder, featuring a heartfelt ceremony at the charming, historic Minoru Chapel in Richmond and an unforgettable reception at the Vancouver Aquarium. Our focus was on documenting every unique, candid moment across these diverse Vancouver wedding venues, from the traditional church setting to the modern, immersive aquarium experience.

Aerial view of Minoru Chapel and symmetrical garden, Richmond wedding venue.

A beautiful aerial view of the historic Minoru Chapel grounds and the surrounding park.

Wedding guests arriving at Minoru Chapel entrance for the ceremony.

Guests arriving at the charming Minoru Chapel in Richmond for the wedding ceremony.

Bride smiling while veil is being placed by parent/family member, Minoru Chapel interior.

The bride and her bridesmaids sharing a joyful, candid moment in the church room.

Bride and bridesmaids laughing and clapping in Minoru Chapel bridal room.

The bride and her bridesmaids sharing a joyful, candid moment in the church room.

Groom shaking hands with a relative inside Minoru Chapel, guests in background.

A respectful, emotional handshake between the groom and family during the ceremony.

Minoru Chapel wedding ceremony, wide shot of guests and couple at the altar.

A beautiful interior shot of the historic Minoru Chapel during the vows, highlighting the wooden beams and unique structure.

Close-up of the officiant holding the wedding rings, candid moment.

A tender, candid close-up of the rings being presented during the Minoru Chapel ceremony.

Wedding ceremony inside Minoru Chapel, couple at altar, dramatic lighting.

A beautiful interior shot of the historic Minoru Chapel during the vows, highlighting the wooden beams and unique structure.

Couple exiting Minoru Chapel, guests cheering with bubbles, Richmond wedding.

A joyful recessional! The newlyweds walk out of the church, celebrated with bubbles and applause.

Minoru Chapel grounds large group photo, aerial view of wedding guests and couple.

A vibrant, large wedding group photo taken from above on the Minoru Chapel grounds.

Large wedding group photo outside Minoru Chapel, couple kissing with guests cheering, Richmond BC.

An iconic group photo! The newlyweds share a kiss, surrounded by a large crowd of family and friends celebrating outside the historic Minoru Chapel.

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The bride shares a moment of pure joy and laughter with her bridesmaids. A beautiful group portrait taken outside the historic Minoru Chapel.

Bride portrait in natural light, smiling with off-shoulder dress and bouquet.

A beautiful portrait of the radiant bride, ready for her Minoru Chapel wedding.

Close-up of bride hugging groom, eyes closed, genuine emotion.

A beautiful portrait of the radiant bride, ready for her Minoru Chapel wedding.

Couple holding hands under beautiful tree canopy, Minoru Chapel outdoor portrait.

A romantic portrait under the canopy of trees, the couple holding hands on the church grounds.

Close-up of bride hugging groom, eyes closed, genuine emotion.

A genuine, heartwarming smile as the bride embraces the groom. Capturing real happiness.

Couple holding hands under beautiful tree canopy, Minoru Chapel outdoor portrait.

A romantic portrait under the canopy of trees, the couple holding hands on the church grounds.

Joyful wedding party posing with couple, celebrating at Stanley Park Lighthouse, Vancouver.

Pure fun and celebration! The bride and groom share a kiss, surrounded by their enthusiastic wedding party at the iconic Stanley Park Lighthouse.

A dramatic, framed portrait of the couple descending the concrete stairs at Stanley Park
Couple intimate close-up on stairs, backlit, Stanley Park wedding portrait.

A tender, backlit portrait of the couple standing closely on the steps.

An intimate kiss between the couple next to the iconic Stanley Park Lighthouse and the ocean.

An intimate kiss between the couple next to the iconic Stanley Park Lighthouse and the ocean.

The couple walks along the water with the stunning Vancouver North Shore mountains in the distance.

The couple walks along the water with the stunning Vancouver North Shore mountains in the distance.

Pure fun! The groom is lifted and cheered by his groomsmen in a loud, happy celebration.

Pure fun! The groom is lifted and cheered by his groomsmen in a loud, happy celebration.

Harbor seal resting on a floating platform at Vancouver Aquarium exhibit.

A tranquil close-up of a harbor seal resting on the water during the event.

Couple silhouetted against the bright jellyfish tank, Vancouver Aquarium portrait.

A stunning and unique portrait of the couple standing in front of the illuminated jellyfish exhibit.

Vancouver Aquarium reception ceiling, couple's photo projected onto the wood dome.

A beautiful detail shot: The couple's photo is projected onto the unique wood-slat dome ceiling.

Wedding guests watching the reception from the wooden viewing deck at Vancouver Aquarium.

Guests gather on the viewing deck, overlooking the water exhibit during the unique Aquarium reception.

Vancouver Aquarium reception ceiling, couple's photo projected onto the wood dome.

A beautiful detail shot: The couple's photo is projected onto the unique wood-slat dome ceiling.

Couple playing the shoe game on stage, dramatic blue lighting, Vancouver Aquarium reception.

A fun moment during the Vancouver Aquarium reception as the couple plays the shoe game under dramatic blue lights.

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