{"id":16763,"date":"2025-08-09T00:16:00","date_gmt":"2025-08-09T00:16:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/?p=16763"},"modified":"2026-01-23T00:29:41","modified_gmt":"2026-01-23T00:29:41","slug":"kaitlin-sashas-intimate-wedding-at-ivy-ridge-with-dog-maple-by-their-side","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/?p=16763","title":{"rendered":"Kaitlin &amp; Sasha\u2019s Intimate Wedding at Ivy Ridge \u2014 With Dog Maple by Their Side"},"content":{"rendered":"<h2 class=\"wp-block-post-title\">Kaitlin &amp; Sasha\u2019s Intimate Wedding at Ivy Ridge \u2014 With Dog Maple by Their Side<\/h2>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Kaitlin + Sasha&#039;s Intimate Wedding at Ivy Ridge | Danica Oliva Video\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dPl-zFqTF3E?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Kaitlin + Sasha&#039;s Full Wedding Video at Ivy Ridge | Danica Oliva\" width=\"960\" height=\"540\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/Z90Was4OsME?feature=oembed\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Some wedding days are quiet in the best way \u2014 slow, intentional, and full of meaning. <strong>Kaitlin and Sasha\u2019s intimate wedding at Ivy Ridge<\/strong> was exactly that. Set against the timeless charm of the venue, their day felt deeply personal from start to finish, surrounded by only their closest family and friends.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Every detail was chosen with care, but what made the day truly special was how <em>true<\/em> it felt to who they are \u2014 especially with their beloved pup, <strong>Maple<\/strong>, right there alongside them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83d\udc3e Maple: The Most Important Guest<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Maple wasn\u2019t just included in the day \u2014 she was part of it. From quiet moments of companionship to being present during key parts of the celebration, Maple\u2019s involvement added an extra layer of warmth and joy. There\u2019s something incredibly grounding about having your dog with you on a day like this, and Kaitlin and Sasha fully embraced that. It was a beautiful reminder that family comes in many forms \u2014 and Maple is very much part of theirs.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83e\udd0d A Celebration Rooted in Connection<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>With a smaller guest count, every interaction felt intentional. The vows were heartfelt and emotional, shared in a space that felt safe and full of love. Laughter flowed easily, hugs lingered longer, and the energy of the day never felt rushed. This wasn\u2019t about tradition for tradition\u2019s sake \u2014 it was about connection, presence, and celebrating love in a way that felt right for them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\ud83c\udfa5 Telling Their Story on Film<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>As their wedding videographer, I approached this day with a focus on <strong>gentle storytelling and candid moments<\/strong>. The kind that unfold naturally \u2014 a glance, a squeeze of the hand, Maple trotting nearby, the way the room softened during the vows. The film captures not just how the day looked, but how it <em>felt<\/em>: calm, emotional, and deeply meaningful.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ivy Ridge provided the perfect backdrop \u2014 timeless, elegant, and quietly romantic \u2014 allowing the moments themselves to take center stage. Every frame reflects the intimacy of the day and the strong bond Kaitlin and Sasha share.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">\u2728 A Day That Felt Like Home<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>Kaitlin and Sasha\u2019s wedding was a reminder that weddings don\u2019t need to be big to be powerful. With the people (and pup) they love most, they created a day that felt warm, grounded, and completely their own.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>It was an honour to capture this beautiful chapter of their story \u2014 one filled with love, intention, and Maple right by their side.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Congratulations, Kaitlin &amp; Sasha!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Kaitlin-Sasha-3-1-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"Joy and laughter filled the room during their intimate reception at Ivy Ridge.\" class=\"wp-image-16767\" srcset=\"https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Kaitlin-Sasha-3-1-1024x576.jpg 1024w, https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Kaitlin-Sasha-3-1-300x169.jpg 300w, https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Kaitlin-Sasha-3-1-768x432.jpg 768w, https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Kaitlin-Sasha-3-1-1536x864.jpg 1536w, https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Kaitlin-Sasha-3-1-2048x1152.jpg 2048w, https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Kaitlin-Sasha-3-1-1600x900.jpg 1600w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">The couple with their dog Maple during photo time in their wedding day at Ivy Ridge.<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"576\" src=\"https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Kaitlin-Sasha-5-1024x576.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-16768\" 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https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Danica-Oliva-Photography-8-1067x1600.jpg 1067w, https:\/\/danicaolivaphotography.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/01\/Danica-Oliva-Photography-8-scaled.jpg 1707w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 683px) 100vw, 683px\" \/><figcaption class=\"wp-element-caption\">Danica Oliva Photography<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div style=\"height:100px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Venue:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/ivyridge.ca\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Ivy Ridge Weddings &amp; Events<\/a> \u2013 a beautifully restored estate venue perfect for intimate weddings with timeless charm and landscaped grounds that elevate every moment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Photographer:<\/strong> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/jessicadouglasphotography.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/jessicadouglasphotography.com\/\">Jessica Douglas Photography<\/a><\/em> <\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Videographer:<\/strong> <em>Danica Oliva Photo + Video<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Dog Chaperone:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/www.royalpawspetservices.ca\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Royal Paws Pet Services<\/a> \u2013 Ontario-based professional pet wedding chaperone service dedicated to including pups in weddings safely and joyfully.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Catering:<\/strong> <a href=\"https:\/\/cravingsfinefood.ca\/catering\/?utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Cravings Fine Food<\/a> \u2013 catering and event culinary experts specializing in wedding menus with personalized service.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Attire:<\/strong><br>\u2022 <a href=\"https:\/\/parkandfifthco.com\/en-ca?srsltid=AfmBOoqReNHEBp2ZqFxKpqVttD45OE0CSWFTp9q9rm4ylVHx1rurzTMx&amp;utm_source=chatgpt.com\">Park &amp; Fifth Co<\/a> \u2013 modern dresses and bridal attire.<br>\u2022 <em>Madilane Bridal<\/em><br>\u2022 <em>Wardrobe for Men Danforth<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Beauty:<\/strong> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.jkglam.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.jkglam.com\/\">JK Glam Studio<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Florals:<\/strong> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/northernblushfloral.ca\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/northernblushfloral.ca\/\">Northern Blush Floral<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Planner:<\/strong> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.theeventdesigncompany.ca\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.theeventdesigncompany.ca\/\">The Event Design Co<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Photo Booth:<\/strong> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/www.snaptique.ca\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/www.snaptique.ca\/\">SnapTique<\/a><\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Gelato Cart:<\/strong> <em><a href=\"https:\/\/tjcloudnine.com\/\" data-type=\"link\" data-id=\"https:\/\/tjcloudnine.com\/\">T.J. 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