The people behind Folklore

About Folklore Wedding Company

Meet founder Sydney Woodward and the creative team he's built across Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.

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Our story

Rooted in storytelling.

Meet the founder of Folklore Wedding Company, Sydney Woodward and the incredible team he's built across Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands.

Rooted in a love for storytelling, Folklore Wedding Company offers wedding media, elopement and micro-wedding planning, and curated celebrations on Salt Spring Island and beyond.

Our weddings are as intentional as they are beautiful.

Sydney works as a digital and tintype photographer and videographer, blending rustic elegance with timeless artistry. Over the years, he's brought together a talented team of photographers, videographers, and planners spread across Vancouver Island and the Gulf Islands, each one chosen for their ability to capture raw, emotional, and unforgettable moments. Together, they're a one-stop shop for making sure every love story is told with depth and authenticity.

Folklore Wedding Company is part of the larger Folklore Creative Company, the wider studio and creative collective behind our team, our craft, and the tools we use to bring your day to life. Learn more at folklorecreativecompany.com.

A heartfelt thank you to Taryn Strong, whose support has meant so much to Folklore over the years. Her care and dedication helped shape what this company has become.

If you're dreaming of an intentional, heartfelt celebration, reach out. We'd love to help make it a reality.

The collective

Sydney Woodward

Salt Spring Island

Founder, photographer, filmmaker & tintype artist.

Kimberley Kufaas

North Vancouver Island

Kwakwaka'wakw photographer.

Kelly Zantingh

Victoria

35mm film photographer.

Stephanie Artuso

Gabriola Island

Photographer & artist.

Stasia Garraway

Salt Spring Island

Documentary & wedding photographer.

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Dreaming of an intentional, heartfelt celebration?

Reach out. We'd love to help make it a reality.