About Black & White Portraits

A Calm Presence Inside a Meaningful Day

Weddings are fast-moving, emotionally layered, and filled with people who matter deeply. Bringing anything new into that environment requires trust.

Black & White Portraits is led by Janice Smith, a photographer known for her calm, intuitive approach and her ability to work seamlessly within live events. With years of experience photographing people in meaningful moments, Janice creates space for connection without disruption－allowing guests to feel at ease and couples to remain fully present in their celebration.

This is not about directing attention.

It's about honouring presence.

Designed for Live Events, Not Photo Sessions

This experience was built specifically for weddings－not adapted from a studio model.

From the way guests are welcomed, to how portraits are guided, printed, and matted on site, every element is designed to integrate smoothly into the rhythm of the reception. Nothing is rushed. Nothing is forced. An nothing pulls focus away from what matters most.

Guests are gently guided.

Couples remain uninterrupted.

Planners retain flow and control.

Trusted by Planners and Venues

Working inside a wedding requires more than technical skill. It requires awareness, adaptability, and respect for the larger vision of the day.

Janice works closely with planners, coordinators, and venue teams to ensure:

✧ Clean, contained setup

✧ Predictable timing

✧ Minimal footprint

✧ A refined aesthetic that complements the space

The result is an experience that enhances the guest journey without introducing friction.

Why Black & White Portraits Exists

This work was created from a simple belief:

The people who show up for your deserve to be seen.

Black & White Portraits offers couples a way to honour their guests with intention－creating tangible keepsakes that live far beyond the wedding day, without adding complexity to the celebration itself.

A Thoughtful Collaboration

Whether you're a couple envisioning your day, a planner curating a seamless experience, or a venue protecting the integrity of your space, this work is approached as a collaboration.

Carefully.

Respectfully.

With presence.

If this experience feels aligned with the way you approach weddings, I'd love to connect.

Proudly working alongside planners and venues throughout Metro Vancouver, Surrey, and the Fraser Valley.

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