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Lauren and Steve’s ‘In Love’ Session – Sydney Park

gemma — Sat, 02 Jul 2011 21:39:07 +0000

Laughs all afternoon long! Thank you Lauren and Steve for a great winter afternoon of photos in Sydney Park, Alexandria. I loved the pink theme and your little post-it note! Looking forward to more laughs on Wedding Day

Fiona and Adam’s ‘In-Love’ Session – The Rocks, Sydney

gemma — Sun, 19 Jun 2011 23:49:31 +0000

We were going to do a lovely portrait session under the Harbour Bridge where Adam proposed but a wedding was being set up so we decided a stroll through the Rocks would be better. We dodged many tourists and did very well to get so many shots where Fiona and Adam felt like they were in their own little world. I promised a trip to the pub to keep Adam happy and also some greenery for Fiona. We enjoyed a lovely mix of the heritage of the Rocks and a green garden. I was very impressed with Fiona’s heels and the way she could work it for the camera!

Leza and Graham’s Destination Wedding – Angsana Resort and Spa, Palm Cove, Queensland

gemma — Thu, 16 Jun 2011 04:50:52 +0000

A wedding in paradise. Leza and Graham put on the best party and entertained us all with their unique and comedic vows! Leza and I worked together for many years at the RSPCA. Leza actually helped to look after Russia (my furry customer service manager) when she was little and needed some friends to socialise with. So all thanks is to Leza if you have enjoyed the snuggles and attention from Russia. The weather was mild but best of all the wind was quiet and the rain stayed away. All the wedding vendors Leza had chosen were superb and we were very impressed with the service and quality at Angsana Resort and Pacific Bridal. A big thanks goes to my wonderful assistant Renee who always knows what to do and where to be at the right times. Please feel free to be jealous as you look through the photos of this gorgeous wedding

Ceremony Venue – South Pacific Bridal Cairns (at Angsana Resort) / Reception (and getting ready and location photos) at Angsana Resort and Spa / Wedding Dress – InWeddingDress.com / Flowers – Bouquet and Reception – Pink Moss / Hair and Makeup Artist – Kristy from Blush, Cairns / Celebrant: Wayne Rees / Bridesmaid dresses: Peri Dress / Cake – Passion for Cakes

Meaghan and Frazer’s In-Love Session – Bicentennial Park and Sydney Olympic Park

admin — Sat, 04 Jun 2011 19:33:40 +0000

I love it when engaged couples want to include their furry family members in their portrait session. Bolt and Balboa have very different personalities and both them very cute! The majority of the time was spent entertaining Bolt with a ball but then we were lucky to have Meaghan’s mum and sister along to dog sit so we could get some photos just with Meaghan and Frazer around Bicentennial and Sydney Olympic Park. Frazer is a runner and trains here regularly and knew the Brickpit well (my favourite part!). We were blessed with a beautiful sunny afternoon and it even started to feel like it was too hot at times! At the end of the session Meaghan surprised her mum with cupcakes – it was her birthday

Melanie and Antony’s In-Love Session – Centennial Park – Vintage Country theme

admin — Tue, 24 May 2011 21:33:49 +0000

I first met Melanie and Antony when they asked me to take photos for their businesses. They are a very funky couple and run businesses in graphic design and social media (among other things). We had a lot of fun doing a more relaxed style of commercial portraits and even snuck in some smoochy ones at the end of the session. When they came back from an incredible trip to India and Nepal they told me they were engaged.

Melanie runs the graphic design business Creative Tank and she has helped me with developing my new branding which will be launched at the end of June. She worked tirelessly to make sure I was happy with my logo. She has so many great ideas and links it with your vision for your business. I highly recommend her services. Message me if you want some more information.

Now to the ‘In-Love’ Session! Many laughs were had as Mel and Ant enjoyed champagne and cake at their gorgeous picnic spot under a big old tree in Centennial Park. Not sure how much champagne was actually drunk but Antony was very willing to frolic through the countryside without my prompting Please enjoy the gorgeousness that is Mel and Ant!

Bederina and Bruce’s Wedding – Camden Valley Inn and Belgenny Farm

admin — Mon, 16 May 2011 22:38:32 +0000

If you are inspired by couples who create the details of their wedding themselves then you will be impressed by the effort of Bruce and Bederina. The placecards, invitations and other stationery items were designed and printed by Bruce. The planter boxes, the placecard holders and the wishing well were made by Bruce. The photobooth with family photo wall was another original creation. And the Krispy Kreme cake was put together on the day by the couple. I loved in particular the little ornaments of old cameras on tripods dressed up as bride and groom as their cake decorations. Bruce even went around at various times of the day with his video camera capturing moments!

You see, Bruce and Bederina LOVE photography and it is how they first met. They provided me with such a glorious location to photograph and also many very emotional and fun moments to capture. It has been a very tough time in the lead up to the wedding with family health and it was great to see that the wedding was a time to celebrate the love of two very special people. I wish you all the best for your married life together and I thank you for trusting in me to capture your day.

The Dress – Bernadette Doherty / Hair and Make-up – Nicolle Adrichem of Reel EFX / Cake – Krispy Kreme but set up by Bruce / Flowers – The Flower Bar, Westpoint Blacktown / Ceremony, Photos and Reception – Belgenny Farm / Celebrant – Ross Wellings

Details created by Bruce and Bederina – Invitations, placecards, table numbers, Planter Boxes, placecard holders, Krispy Kreme cake, cake toppers, photo booth set up and frame/family photo wall, table decorations, lolly bar and wishing well.

Ribbon binding ceremony – Ribbon created by Bruce’s Mum.

Naomi and Adam’s Wedding – Kensington, Martin Place – Westin Hotel and Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf.

gemma — Sun, 24 Apr 2011 21:18:25 +0000

These lovebirds found each other when they were at a USA summer camp. They survived a long distance relationship and grew closer when Adam moved to Australia. On Saturday16 April it was the hardest rain I had ever seen on a wedding day and yet the smiles on the bride and groom stayed all day. Nothing would pull them down on the day. We had heard Macquarie Lighthouse was flooded so we joined the many bridal parties at Martin Place and snuck into the Westin for drinks where we found a private room with metal beads hanging from the ceiling! The whole day was much fun and I was impressed at how cosy Doltone House felt despite it being a big name in the wedding industry. Congrats Nay and Adam!!

Bride’s Dress – Maggie Sottero ‘Summer Royale’ gown from DressSense in Miranda / Flowers – Antonia Georgas – Floreal (now trading as Ruby Slipper) / Hair Artist - Melissa Cauchi – Melissa Cauchi Hair / Make-up Artist - Megan Vaughan – Makeup by Megan

Ceremony Venue – St Martins Anglican Church, Kensington / Reception Venue – Doltone House, Jones Bay Wharf, Pyrmont / Cars – The Wedding Car King / Suits – Formalwear Express / Bridal Shoes - Christian Louboutin Crystal T-Bar Sandals AKA Princess Shoes

Stationery – Home-made – supplies bought from Truly Madly Deeply Superstore / Cake – The Cheesecake Shop

Susanne and Charlie’s Wedding – Cabarita Park and Sanders Restaurant

gemma — Thu, 21 Apr 2011 10:29:21 +0000

A glorious day wedding where the sun shone throughout the ceremony and then decided to disappear soon after! But there was no rain which seems to be a miracle lately for autumn weddings! Susanne and Charlie are what I call cheeky teens – they have been together for 7 years and still act like they have just started dating – I love it! The speeches were very moving from all family members and I don’t think there was a dry eye in the room! I love Susanne’s sense of vintage style – everything just went perfectly together. Congrats guys, enjoy WA!!!

Bride’s Dress – Charlie Brown / Flowers – Brides in Bloom / Ceremony Venue – Federation Pavilion, Cabarita Park, Cabarita / Reception Venue – Sanders Restaurant / Invitations – Inviting Invitations / Cake – Brides in Bloom

Chairs and Decorations at the ceremony – Outdoor Wedding Aisles / Paloma’s Nest – Ring Bearer Bowl from Etsy

Fiona and Shane’s Wedding – McKell Park, Darling Point and Verde Restaurant, Surry Hills

admin — Mon, 04 Apr 2011 02:23:53 +0000

I love that Fiona brought all different colours and items together to make up the personality of their wedding. The Billy Button flowers, the origami cranes on the table, the cute banner on top of the cake and the little props for the formal photos to make them look less formal I loved their willingness to try out something random like standing on a seat not sitting on it and also their relaxed nature. The day ran smoothly, no rain and the guests were having a blast. Verde Restaurant was very good – service and food and offers an intimate atmosphere for smaller weddings. Thank you Fiona and Shane for trusting me and allowing me and my ‘twin’ to be a part of your day.

Flowers – Waratah Florist / Dress by Watters Bridal / Makeup Artist – Steven Chau / Celebrant – Emma Tomkinson / Reception – Verde Restaurant at Surry Hills / Cars – Jaguar Mark I Convertible – Classic Bridal Cars

Groom’s Suit by MJ Bale / Invitations by Golden Rectangle Press / Banner for Cake and Props for photo shoot – Etsy

Natalia and Con’s Wedding – St Sofia Greek Orthodox Church Darlinghurst and Catalina Rose Bay

admin — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 21:51:51 +0000

It seems March was the month of the rainy weddings. But that did not dampen the mood of my clients including Natalia and Con who were so relaxed and just went with the flow of the day. It was also the day they had their son Lucas christened. What a fun celebration with lovely people. My assistant and I went home with big smiles on our faces – it was just wonderful to be surrounded with such loving people and those who place such a huge emphasis on the importance of family. Greek Orthodox church was in Darlinghurst and the reception was held at Catalina in Rose Bay. Wedding dress and shoes by Lisa Ho. Music by DJ Angelo and Bridesmaid Dresses by Bridal Secrets in Parramatta.