Let’s journey toward heaven

Don't Go This Road Alone.

I help dating, engaged, and married couples grow in their faith and make wise, peace-filled decisions aligned with their Catholic values.

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we were meant to live out marriage with the support of our community.

My online resources help you grow in your faith and feel less alone as you prepare for marriage. (They’re the digital equivalent of me sitting across from you on the couch, giving you a gentle arm squeeze as we talk about living out your vows.)

My comprehensive wedding photography services come with personalized support to help you navigate your engagement season. 

And my Catholic marriage podcast, Becoming Gold, speaks to you, big-sister-style, no matter where you are in your relationship journey.


Many couples are overwhelmed with wedding planning and don’t take time to enjoy the process of building a strong foundation for their marriage. 

But marriage is a sacred union, designed by God for the couple’s joy and His glory. 

I believe that whether you’re dreaming about a marriage with someone you haven’t met yet, or you just got back from your honeymoon—navigating this season (and your relationship) doesn’t have to be complicated. That’s why I create resources that guide you to quiet your mind and dive into your faith daily. 

After this, we can make friendship bracelets.

Meet Laura-Anne

I’m a wedding photographer, engagement and marriage mentor, host of the Becoming Gold podcast, and—most importantly—a devout Catholic and loving wife. Yes, I’m obsessed with Taylor Swift’s entire music catalogue, but when it comes down to it, my relationship with Jesus is my number one. 

I spend my days serving up sunshine and truth to my clients as they walk through their engagement and wedding planning season, then delivering a magical day-of photography experience and timeless, true-to-life photos.

In between all that, I’m dreaming up and developing resources for Catholic women (and men) at every stage of life to help them prepare for and find joy in the Sacrament of Marriage.

My calling started during a photography class at university, where I (and all my friends/de facto photo subjects) realized I came alive with a camera in my hand. That led me to wedding photography, where I collected years of insight & wisdom around marriage prep, wedding planning, and the sacrificial love relationships require.

Based outside of Vancouver, British Columbia, I travel across Canada to photograph weddings every year, bringing reverence, encouragement, and a little bit of sparkle to every celebration. When I’m away from my desk & cameras, you can find me reading, cooking, going to Adoration with my husband, Brandon, or snuggling my friends’ babies. 

Laura-Anne Smid 

Founder, Lead Photographer & Marriage Mentor

My calling started during a photography class at university, where I (and all my friends/de facto photo subjects) realized I came alive with a camera in my hand. That led me to wedding photography, where I collected years of insight & wisdom around marriage prep, wedding planning, and the sacrificial love relationships require.

Based outside of Vancouver, British Columbia, I travel across Canada to photograph weddings every year, bringing reverence, encouragement, and a little bit of sparkle to every celebration. When I’m away from my desk & cameras, you can find me reading, cooking, going to Adoration with my husband, Brandon, or snuggling my friends’ babies. 

I’m a wedding photographer, engagement and marriage mentor, host of the Becoming Gold podcast, and—most importantly—a devout Catholic and loving wife. Yes, I’m obsessed with Taylor Swift’s entire music catalogue, but when it comes down to it, my relationship with Jesus is my number one. 

I spend my days serving up sunshine and truth to my clients as they walk through their engagement and wedding planning season, then delivering a magical day-of photography experience and timeless, true-to-life photos.

In between all that, I’m dreaming up and developing resources for Catholic women (and men) at every stage of life to help them prepare for and find joy in the Sacrament of Marriage.


the kindest words
from l-a wedding clients

She was honestly somebody I would have wanted to be there with us all day, even if she hadn’t been holding a camera. It was such a breath of fresh air to have her around, making sure that the focus was on us, that we were taken care of.  She had taken such intentional time to learn what our priorities were, and then made sure to make that happen and to capture those things.”

"I KNEW I COULD TRUST MY PRIORITIES WITH HER. 

- Emma

I’m not shy about the things that matter to me.

Faith is the core value of my core values. 

BE REVERENT.

I take my Catholic faith seriously (without taking myself too seriously). 

LEAVE INTENTIONAL MARGIN. 

There’s no reason to hurry. We can expect God to fill the gaps we leave for Him.

KEEP THE FOCUS ON ETERNAL THINGS.

Fulfillment isn’t found in surface-level happiness— it’s found in becoming gold in the Refiner’s fire.

SEEK BEAUTY. 

Whether in photos or the Sacrament of Marriage, I believe that God is a God of beauty, and we honour Him when we notice and celebrate His design.

LOOK FOR LIFE’S GOLDEN MOMENTS. 

Gratitude is essential in every season.

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With Laura-Anne being Catholic, she understands and has a deep appreciation of the Mass. Her ability to photograph this with reverence sets her apart from any other photographer  I have witnessed at a wedding. I knew Laura was great at what she does, and I could put 100% trust in her to deliver at our wedding!”

“LAURA-ANNE CAPTURES MOMENTS THAT TELL A STORY AND BRING TO LIFE THE RAW AND MANY EMOTIONS OF A WEDDING DAY. 

- Sarah
the kindest words
from l-a wedding clients

Marriage Prep

Take a deep breath and enjoy the wonder of this moment—we’re talking about your best friend for life! Flip through my Catholic wedding-and-relationship resources to support you along the journey.

Photography

Let’s chat, Gilmore Girls-style, to find out if we’re a match for your wedding.

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My idea of a good time

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Quiet, lingering morning prayer

Walking and laughing about life with a friend

Restful Sunday afternoon naps

Golden hour, anywhere

Candlelit dinners and deep conversations

Tucked into bed with a good book

Receiving a blessing from my husband every night

Listen to the Becoming Gold Podcast

Be Inspired and Encouraged

The best place to look for marriage insight, whether you’re single or 30 years into marriage?  The stories of couples who have gone before you. Join me as I listen to couples  share how, through trials and side-by-side refinement, they’ve become gold.

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