About Us - Durand Studios

Husband + Wife Photography Duo

We’re a couple who fell in love in the most romantic of places—stocking shelves at Target in 2015. Fast-forward a few years, a couple of cats, and a wedding of our own —and Durand Studios was born in our basement apartment, purely on a whim and a whole lot of heart. What started as a passion project turned into a full-on love affair with documenting weddings. After spending time in front of the camera ourselves, we realized how powerful it is to have your story told in a way that feels real. So, we leaned in—hard—and haven’t looked back since.

When we're not behind the lens, you can find us cheering on the Hamilton Tiger Cats, hitting up local food spots, road-tripping to the family cottage, or hanging at home with our two cats, a cozy blanket, and a game on Nintendo switch. Stardew Valley, Mario Kart, and Animal Crossing are a few of our favourite games!

Love + Life Photographers

Being husband-and-wife wedding photographers is honestly the best gig we could ask for. We get to do what we love with the person we love—and that makes the experience so much more meaningful. Over the years, we’ve figured out how to play to each other’s strengths—whether it’s behind the lens, in the edit suite, or keeping things running smoothly behind the scenes.

Weddings can be wild and fast-paced, but we’ve got this built-in rhythm and trust that helps us stay grounded and focused. We’ve been through it ourselves, and we know how to read the room, support each other, and capture the magic as it unfolds. It’s more than just a job—it’s a shared passion, and we feel lucky to turn real moments into lasting memories for couples who vibe with what we do.

Jess

The Leo

Hi, I’m Jess, a tea-loving, mango-obsessed extrovert who’s always up for a spontaneous adventure (bonus points if it ends with tacos!). When I’m not behind the camera capturing your beautiful moments, you can probably find me baking something sweet, scrolling through an online shopping rabbit hole, or planning my next last-minute getaway. I bring that same energy and joy into every session making sure you feel comfortable, have fun, and walk away with memories as real and vibrant as you are.

Tim

The Capricorn

Hey, I’m Tim, a coffee fueled extrovert with a soft spot for blueberries, a good home-cooked meal, and a well-played Dungeons & Dragons campaign. While I love connecting with people and capturing their stories, I’m also a total homebody at heart. When I’m not out shooting or editing, you’ll probably find me diving into a video game, or rolling dice with friends around the D&D table. I bring that same mix of creativity, focus, and fun into every session making sure your experience is as meaningful as the memories we’re creating.

OUR PHIlOSOPHY

We believe in equality for everyone. Creating long lasting relationships and memories with our clients regardless of what they believe, their race, gender or sexual orientation is always our highest priority. LGBTQIA+ couples are forever and always welcome here at Durand Studios and we cannot wait to be along for the ride to capture each and every memory our clients create with one another.