Your day. Your people. Your story.
That's not a tagline. It's the thing we wish someone had told us. The day itself is maybe 12 to 14 hours. What surrounds it, the months of decisions, the family politics, the moments nobody photographs, that's the real story. We're here for all of it.
We know what it actually feels like. Not just to hold a camera, but to have stood exactly where you are right now. We've planned a wedding. We've felt the weight of it. That's why we built Bella Vita Wedding Photography and Films, a boutique studio we keep that way deliberately because the couples who choose us aren't looking for a vendor. They're looking for someone who cares what this actually means to them. As one of the first biggest milestones of a couple's life, we capture every emotion through cinematic wedding films and editorial-style photography, transforming memories into timeless art.
From a quiet moment together to a room full of your favourite people. Explore the weddings behind the photographs.
We know how much a wedding holds. We've planned our own, felt the anticipation, and wanted photographs that brought us back to how it all felt. We wanted photographers who would read the room. Who knew when to disappear and when to step in. Who understood that a bride's morning might be chaotic and emotional and funny all at once — and that all of it deserved to be held carefully.
So we built the studio we wished existed. Small on purpose. Selective on purpose. That experience shaped Bella Vita: a boutique Montreal wedding photography and film studio built around personal attention. Every couple we work with gets our full attention — not because we have to, but because we don't know how to do it any other way.
Get to know usRoom for candid moments, with guidance when you need it. Your portraits should feel like you, even if you're usually camera shy.
Photography and film planned around the same people, priorities and timeline, so your collection feels connected.
Published packages explain coverage and deliverables. We'll talk through the right team and timing before you decide.
"They are an all-star team. You're in good hands with Bella Vita!"
We are blown away with Bella Vita Studios, specifically our photographers who captured our day so perfectly and intimately. From the get-go they were organized, friendly, and fun to be around. The lead photographer was great at directing us and ensuring we got the shots we wanted. Throughout the day we received numerous compliments from family and friends on our photographers but the real wow moment was when our photos came in. We're obsessed. We can't believe all the moments they captured.
"Bella Vita captured every emotion perfectly. We couldn't be happier!"
Working with Bella Vita was an absolute dream. They made us feel so comfortable throughout the entire day and captured the most beautiful, candid moments. The attention to detail and artistic vision is unmatched. Our photos tell the story of our love in the most authentic way. Every time we look at them, we're transported back to that magical day. Highly recommend!
"Professional, creative, and absolutely amazing to work with!"
Bella Vita exceeded all our expectations. From the initial consultation to the final delivery, everything was seamless. They understood our vision and brought it to life beautifully. The photographers were so patient and creative, capturing moments we didn't even know were happening. The quality of work is exceptional, and we've received countless compliments on our wedding photos.
"The best investment we made for our wedding day!"
Choosing Bella Vita was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. They made us feel so comfortable and natural in front of the camera. The photographers were incredibly professional yet fun to be around. Our photos are absolutely stunning and capture the joy and love of our special day perfectly. We treasure these memories forever!
Your film and your photos are two of the most tangible ways to relive your wedding day. They are the holders of memories, a timeless gift to yourselves, preserving your love story forever.
Peter & Melissa — Bella Vita Wedding Photography & Films
The Intimacy - We limit how many weddings we take each year. Not because of capacity but because of quality. We've seen what happens when photographers overbook. You end up with someone technically competent and emotionally absent. That's not us. When you work with Bella Vita Wedding Photography and Films, you get a team that knows your names before we arrive. That has read your questionnaire twice. That has already thought about the light at your venue at 4pm in June. We're invested before day one. That's not a promise, it's just how we're built.
While big studios often prioritize volume — booking as many weddings as possible and rotating teams based on availability — we keep our focus where it belongs: on you. We take on fewer weddings so we can give each couple the time, attention, and creative intention they deserve. From thoughtful planning to careful editing, everything we do is personal, never generic.
A thoughtful timeline gives you room for portraits, time with your guests and the moments you didn’t plan. Start with these three practical considerations.
Work backwards from the moments you want photographed. A ceremony and portraits need a different plan from a day that includes both morning preparations and late-night dancing.
Plan separate time for family photographs, your wedding party and portraits together. Account for moving between locations, gathering people and a little breathing room.
Choose a sheltered portrait option before the wedding. That could mean a bright indoor room or a covered space your venue has approved for photographs.
Every celebration has its own pace. We’ll discuss your locations, priorities and coverage together before you book.
Hours alone don’t guarantee coverage of every event. Share your ceremony time, venue locations and reception schedule so we can help you map the day.
Compare photography and film coveragePortraits are part of the coverage you book. Tell us who you want included and where the photographs should happen, and we’ll build that time into the day.
Compare photography and film coverageTell us your venue’s indoor and covered options when we plan the day. We’ll keep the portraits moving either way.
Tell us about your venueHave a question about your particular plans? We’re happy to talk it through.
More questions, answeredYes. Photography and film can be booked together, planned around the same people, priorities and timeline. Combo packages are published on the pricing page, and if you need both, write us for a combo rate.
Photography starts at $800 for up to 4 hours with one photographer: ceremony coverage, portraits, detail shots, a preview gallery within 48 hours, and edited high-resolution files with printing rights. Film starts at $1,000 for up to 4 hours with one videographer: a 2–3 minute highlight, the full ceremony film, and delivery within 4 weeks. Every package lists its inclusions on the pricing page.
Peter and Melissa. The people you speak with are the people who show up. Always Peter or Melissa, never an assistant.
Yes. We work in English and French, and our photographers also speak Italian and Spanish.
Travel is included within 20 km of Montreal. Weddings farther out, including Ottawa, Upstate New York and other destinations, are arranged individually. For destination weddings, you cover travel and accommodation, and the photography and film are included.
Yes. There is room for candid moments, with guidance when you need it. Your portraits should feel like you, even if you are usually camera shy.
A photography preview gallery arrives within 48 hours. Film delivery follows the package you book: 4 weeks for the starting film, and 5 or 6 weeks for the longer films. Albums typically arrive about 6 weeks after you place the order.
The people around you shape the day as much as the photographs do. A few of the teams we are glad to stand beside.
There's no pressure here. A lot of couples reach out just to see if we're the right fit, and we love those conversations. Whether you've already chosen your venue or you're still figuring out if you even want a big wedding, we're happy to listen. This is a big thing. Let's treat it that way.
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