I know wedding planning is exhausting, and it can be hard to find your fit for a wedding photographer in the endless options out there. I let my portfolio speak for itself, but I like to treat my couples as friends and below you’ll find some info to help us get to know each other better!

I'm Alicia Thurston, a Toronto-based wedding photographer and owner of The Pop-Up Chapel Co., offering a modern, affordable, sustainable, and inclusive wedding experience that’s more personal and meaningful than a traditional City Hall ceremony. I’m here to make sure your wedding day is fun, relaxed, and most importantly, true to who you are. You might be planning something intimate and non-traditional, or maybe you're having a big wedding with all your favourite people! Either way, my goal is to support you like a real friend on your wedding day and give you vibrant, true-to-life photos that capture your joy and tell your authentic love story.

My Approach as a Wedding Photographer

With over 20 years of experience, I combine photojournalistic and portrait photography styles to capture every moment as it naturally unfolds. I’ll guide you when needed, but I mostly focus on getting you to enjoy the moment, no stress involved. You’ll get photos that are full of real emotions, vibrant colors, and no over-the-top filters. Just honest, beautiful moments that reflect what your day really looked and felt like.

I believe in giving you my full attention on your wedding day and treating my couples like my good friends! You’ll have plenty of time to enjoy your day and the company joining you, while I capture all those special moments. You’ll receive a digital gallery of high-resolution images and memories to last a lifetime.

My Editing Style

I’m all about true-to-life colors and celebrating your connection on camera. My style combines photojournalism (real, unposed moments) with a little bit of classic portraiture to make sure your photos are natural, timeless, and full of colour and joy.

Wedding Photography Packages

I offer both hourly rates and full-day coverage, with discounts for full-day bookings. Whether your wedding is big or small, I’m here to help you capture every moment in a way that’s true to you.

• Engagement Sessions: Pick your spot (indoors or outdoors) and let’s have fun with it. *Discounted rate if you book a Pop-Up Chapel engagement session! It comes with bubbly, cupcakes, and really cool decor made from upcycled materials.

• Small Weddings and Elopements: If you want a simple and intimate wedding I'll be there as your photographer to celebrate your special day! I'll capture all the meaningful moments with confidence and joy. I also offer the Pop-Up Chapel experience for an easy, all-inclusive wedding option at some of the most impressive venues in Toronto, Caledon, Prince Edward County, Haliburton, Ottawa, and Vancouver.

• Wedding Day Photography: From getting ready in the morning with your wedding party to your first kiss as a married couple to dancing the night away, I capture every moment of your wedding day, moving seamlessly with your timeline. Specializing in candid wedding photography and intimate details, I focus on telling your modern love story and showcasing your bold personalities through authentic images.

• Add-ons: Extra photography hours, physcial prints, albums, and more.