Railene Hooper Photography

B + S ✨

One of my favourite parts of any wedding day is sneaking away for a few minutes during golden hour.

Not just because the light is beautiful (although it absolutely is), but because it gives my couples a chance to slow down and reconnect. The ceremony is over, the reception is in full swing, and for a few quiet moments, it’s just the two of them again.

No timelines. No distractions. No guests needing their attention.

Just a chance to take a breath, soak it all in, and remember what the day is really about.

And somehow, that’s when the magic happens.

The soft glow of the setting sun, the excitement of being newly married, and those genuine moments together create some of the most meaningful photographs of the entire day. ✨

Golden hour isn’t just about beautiful light—it’s about giving couples a moment to be present with each other in the middle of one of the busiest days of their lives. And the photos? They’re simply the beautiful reminder of how it felt. 💛

Hair: Atmosphere Beauty Lounge Inc.
Makeup: Chelsea Ganter
Krista Lacombe-Gladue
DJ: Edmonton and Alberta Corporate & Wedding DJ
Venue and catering: The Garden Venue | Weddings + Events | By Good Land Farms

A little Edmonton appreciation post. ❤️

One of my favourite things about being a photographer is finding beauty in the city we call home. From iconic landmarks to hidden gems, Edmonton has no shortage of incredible locations for photos.

And T & J make this one extra special. They were some of the very first people to trust me to capture their wedding day, and I’ll always be grateful for that. ✨

Unpopular opinion:
your wedding photos should still look beautiful in 20 years.

Not just trendy right now.

I know the brown/yellow filters are in.
I know the super blurry photos are everywhere.
I know social media loves what feels “cool” for five seconds.

But when your kids are looking through your wedding album someday, I promise they are not going to care what preset was trending.

They are going to care about seeing you.
Your faces clearly.
Your emotions honestly.
Your people and colours exactly as they were.

And listen, I’m not against creativity at all. I LOVE movement. I love art. I love intentional blur when it adds feeling to a moment. But there’s a difference between artistic storytelling… and editing or shooting in a way that won’t age well.

You deserve photographs that hold the test of time.
Photographs that still feel beautiful decades from now.
Photographs that don’t make you say, “wow that editing trend really got us.”

My goal has never been to create photos that look like everyone else’s feed.

It’s to create photographs that feel timeless, emotional, and real, long after the trends disappear. 🤍

One of my favourite parts about being a photographer is that it has taken me to some of the most beautiful places in the world… with some of the most beautiful people.

This trip reminded me how lucky I am to do what I do. To chase light through the mountains, photograph genuine connection, and document people exactly as they are in places that make you feel completely in awe of the world around you.

Photography has never just been about photos for me. It’s about the people beside me. The stories. The adventure. The feeling.

The greatest gift this career has given me isn’t awards or recognition. It’s the ability to experience the world through people and moments that mean something.

And honestly… photographing beautiful people in beautiful places will never stop inspiring me. 🤍

One of the best things you can do for beautiful wedding photos?
Trust your photographer. 🤍

You don’t need a mountain view or a destination wedding to create magic. Some of the most beautiful images happen in the most unexpected places when you have someone who knows how to see light, movement, connection, and moments differently.

Edmonton honestly has so many hidden gems if you know where to look. A quiet patch of trees, dreamy evening light, interesting architecture, a random alley with perfect texture… it’s never just about the location. It’s about knowing how to use it.

The best photos happen when couples stop worrying about where they are and start focusing on each other.

That’s when the magic happens ✨

Hi, I’m Railene 🤍
Wedding photographer based in Edmonton, Alberta.

I’ve been a little quiet lately because… you know… life (and a baby).
But I’m back ✨

A quick intro about me:
📸 10+ years photographing weddings
🏆 2× Canadian Wedding Photographer of the Year
🥇 2x Alberta Wedding Photographer of the Year + Best in Show
🌎 Team Canada photographer for the World Photographic Cup
✈️ Based in Edmonton, but I’ll travel anywhere your story takes me
🎯 Focused on real, emotional, documentary-style moments
🧠 Calm under pressure (timelines, weather, chaos… I’ve seen it all)
🤍 I care deeply about my couples and their experience
📷 I will do literally anything for the shot (yes… lay on the ground, climb things, stand in the rain)
🎉 Equal parts photographer, hype girl, and problem solver

If you’re looking for photos that feel real, emotional, and timeless, I’d love to connect 🤍

Looking back, it all makes sense. ✨

Somewhere along the way, that little girl turned her passion into her dream career… capturing love stories and the moments that matter most.

And I still can’t believe I get to call this my job. 🤍






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