Across 6,700 KM of Love | Katie & Nic’s Hjelmsjöborg Wedding

A Story That Spanned 6,700 Kilometers

Love doesn’t always stay still – sometimes, it travels oceans.

For Katie and Nic, their love stretched 6,700 kilometers from Saskatoon, Canada, all the way to Hjelmsjöborg, a stunning estate nestled in the quiet countryside of Örkelljunga, Sweden.

Their relationship has carried them through distance, time zones, and the kind of waiting that teaches you just how strong love can be. From late-night calls and airport goodbyes to joyful reunions and healing through heartbreak, every mile they crossed became part of their story.

They’ve experienced both unimaginable loss and incredible joy. Through grief, growth, and all the in-betweens, they’ve continued to choose each other – not because it’s easy, but because it’s real.

The Morning at Hjelmsjöborg

There’s something ethereal about mornings in Sweden – the light feels softer, the air quieter, the moments slower. Katie’s morning was filled with exactly that kind of calm.

Her mom carefully helped her into her gown, every button fastened with tenderness and pride. Her best friend, who also did her hair and makeup, brought laughter to the room – the kind that breaks the nervous energy of a wedding morning.

Tucked gently inside her bouquet was a photo of her brother, a small but powerful reminder that love never truly leaves us. That he was there, in spirit, with every step she took.

And then came one of the most emotional parts of the day – a first look with her dad. There are no words for the kind of love shared in that moment. The way he held her. The tears he tried to hide. The overwhelming pride in his eyes. It was quiet and beautiful – the kind of moment that makes time stand still.

The Ceremony – Love in the Castle Courtyard

Set against the backdrop of cobblestone paths, ivy-covered walls, and the timeless architecture of Hjelmsjöborg, their ceremony felt like something out of a dream.

Guests gathered beneath the warm Scandinavian light as Katie walked toward Nic – the moment years in the making. Every glance between them carried history. Every vow spoke of endurance. It wasn’t just a promise for the future, but a thank-you for all the days that led here.

When they finally said I do, the air filled with joy, relief, and that rare kind of stillness that happens when love feels perfectly right.

Golden Hour at the Castle

As the sun dipped below the trees, Sweden gave us a golden hour that felt endless.

The courtyard glowed in soft amber light. The walls, aged and full of stories, framed every moment like a painting. Katie and Nic danced across the cobblestone, laughter spilling between them as if the world around them didn’t exist.

These are the kinds of moments I live to capture – the quiet, in-between pieces of a love story. The way hands find each other without thinking. The glances that say we made it. The ease that only comes after years of holding on.

A Celebration of Resilience and Joy

The evening unfolded with speeches that made everyone laugh and cry in equal measure. Friends spoke of loyalty and patience; parents spoke of pride and gratitude. And through it all, Katie and Nic radiated peace – the kind that comes from finding home in one another.

This day wasn’t just about becoming husband and wife.

It was about arriving.

Arriving at a chapter where distance no longer mattered.

Where love, loss, and growth all intertwined into something beautiful and whole.

A Photographer’s Reflection

Traveling from Canada to Sweden to document this day was an honor I’ll never forget. There’s something indescribable about standing on the other side of the world, camera in hand, watching two souls who’ve walked through fire finally stand in the sun.

Every image from Katie and Nic’s wedding holds that emotion – proof that love really can bridge oceans, time, and heartbreak. Proof that beauty is found not in perfection, but in presence.

Katie and Nic, thank you for letting me be part of this journey – for trusting me to tell your story. Your love is the kind that lingers long after the day ends.

For the Dreamers and the Travelers

If you’ve ever dreamed of exchanging vows in Europe — in a countryside castle, beneath ancient brick, surrounded by golden light – this is your sign.

Destination weddings are about more than location. They’re about creating something intentional, deeply personal, and wildly beautiful. Whether it’s in Sweden, Italy, or somewhere that simply feels like you, I’d love to help bring your vision to life.

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Vendor Credits

Venue: Hjelmsjöborg

Photography: Ninth Avenue Studios