Kate and Mike (so gorgeous!) were married last November at a beautiful venue on the outskirts of Melbourne. Due to heavy constant rain on the day, we decided to go back to Emu Bottom for a honeymoon session to make the best of the location!
The rain was torrential for the entire day, and not once did this amazing bride and groom mention the weather. Not once. Kate and Mike were just excited, happy, calm, carefree — such a down to earth couple. Dave and I had lots of fun photographing their special day, despite the rain.
Stunning!
The ceremony had to be moved indoors — the room was gorgeously rustic, and dark. Lit only by candles and a few small windows.
Arriving in a downpour, but still cracking jokes and barely any nerves.
Rain stopped for a few minutes.
And just before the light left us and the reception started, the boys had time for some Nerf war.
I love these two beautiful souls. I photographed Ashley and Chris last Christmas and was so happy to take part in their tradition again. This time we shot around their home town in the country. They are most divine people, inside and out. I can’t wait for next years’ shoot — and am waiting for the day when Ashley calls and says, “there are 3 of us now!” :) xo
I have a few images that I wanted to share from this beautiful wedding I photographed a few weeks ago. Meet the very happy… Jane and Ian.
I was deeply moved by the incredible relationships Jane and Ian have with their family and friends. The love that filled their space on their wedding day was bountiful and a testament to who they are.
Ian’s daughters surprised them during the ceremony with a song. They are not professional singers – but could be! It was one of the highlights of the day and I love Ian’s reaction.
Ashley and Chris are the most adorable couple ever. We all fell in love straight away and chatted, laughed, had a ball and dreamed of photo shoots with their children for the future. They aren’t pregnant yet — we just daydreamed
These guys were married in July of this year in Canada (in Ashley’s hometown), and wanted to create a tradition where they have their photos taken every Christmas. This is Ashley’s first Australian Christmas so we thought the beach was the perfect location.
I loved the session, love the photographs, and love them… xox
Occasionally, this little old family photographer shoots weddings. A few weeks ago Terri and Jason got dolled up and hitched in Canberra, surrounded by their nearest and dearest. Unfortunately the rain started to fall just moments before the beautiful bride was due to arrive. So all the chairs set up by the lake were carried to a shielded area at the National Gallery. This did nothing to dampen their spirits or spoil the day. They were two of the happiest people I have seen.
After the ceremony, we spent an hour dodging rain and running from dry spot to dry spot, with lots of yummy fun shooting in between. Dani Mezza was a fabulously helpful assistant and lots of fun too. Not only did she hold an umbrella over my head, shoot and keep her eye on all the little details, but she took care of all the family shots as well. A super star!
There is something I realise about wedding photographers — they really do get the best of the bride and groom on that day. To share all those intimate moments of excitement, love, the quiet and calm away from their adoring family and friends — what a true gift for the photographer.
Terri and Jason, it was such a pleasure to photograph your beautiful smiley faces. Much love friends xo
These darling parents were in Melbourne from Singapore, visiting their three grown children (who organised the photo session). I always like to take time out from our family shots to capture some goodness with mum and dad. I love this series. x
