Lodge on Queen lovestory: a joyful LGBTQ+ wedding in downtown Toronto

Written By Frances

In the urban heart of downtown Toronto’s Queen West neighbourhood, Lodge on Queen provided the perfect location for Jaymee & Lauren’s joyful LGBTQ+ wedding. The venue’s lavish, eclectic, theatrical vibe blended effortlessly with Jaymee and Lauren’s personal style, setting the stage for a day filled with heartfelt moments, laughter, reflection, and joy. From the tears of the first look to the last dance, the love between these two gorgeous brides radiated throughout the entire day.

Captured through a mix of digital and film photography, this wedding tells an authentic story of love in every frame. The vibrant clarity of digital shots highlights the lively atmosphere and the couple's playful energy, while the black and white film frames add a timeless, cinematic quality to the day’s quieter moments. The soft grain and analog warmth of the colour film brought a nostalgic, dreamlike feel, adding depth and emotion to the images that only real film can provide.

Each photograph tells a unique story, reflecting the joy and authenticity of the couple’s love. Their Lodge on Queen wedding wasn't just a celebration—it was a testament to the beauty of LGBTQ+ love and the power of capturing life's most precious moments in both digital and analog form.

If you're searching for inspiration for your own Lodge on Queen wedding or looking for a Toronto wedding photographer to document your love story, I'd be honoured to capture those unforgettable moments for you.

Frances

I'm Frances-- a photographer with a fine art background and a serious soft spot for love, wide open spaces, wandering barefoot and giving epic hugs. I'm drawn to connections, anything outdoors, raw emotion, natural light and the human experience. I am a big believer in bear hugs, loving big, and making things by hand. I think I look ridiculous when I laugh, but it never stops me from doing so. 

Photography for me is all about connection and creating a window into your lives for future generations to peer into. Every one and every relationship is unique. Your images should be too. Annie Leibovitz said it best "When I say I want to photograph someone, what it really means is that I'd like to know them." That is so true for me. I don't just want to photograph you, I want to know you. 

www.francesbeatty.com
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