Shrek and his princess, Elyse were a load of laughs last Saturday when they tied the knot at the gorgeous property, Loxley on Bellbird Hill at the foot of the Blue Mountains. The temperature was 20 degrees, the sun was out, Elyse and her bridesmaids were ready on time, the boys were ready, everything was perfect! I was… amused when Elyse giggled with nerves throughout the ceremony, she was so excited! Elyse and Shrek’s little girl Eden was very well behaved the entire day and when it came to the big group shot and everyone had to put their hands in the air, Eden raised hers – not bad for a baby! The service from the staff at Loxley was excellent as well as the food, I highly recommend it!

After spending a month in Europe photographing brides for a small part of the day it was a change of pace to take a Macedonian wedding (and mixed with more modern celebrations). From 9am we were kept on our toes until we left at 10.30pm! There was continuous music and dancing throughout the day – I don’t know how Suzie did it in her heels!

When Suzie and Carlo first came to me they had been searching for a photographer who could be flexible to their needs and someone who would fit in well with everyone so they ould get a good record of the day as it happened! And that is what I specialise in – I want everyone to be relaxed, to be themselves and enjoy the day so we can capture real moments! There were so many memorable things that happened August 8 including a photo with scuba divers that were strangers. This is very random but they were there at the spot we were doing photos and Suzie and Carlo are up for my crazy random ideas! Also, should be noted that one of my favourite photos from my own wedding day involved scuba divers

Carlo is somewhat connected to his phone

Carlo and Suzie made personalised labels and gave the adults a bottle of wine. And I loved how unique Carlo’s ring was with the different lines.

Suzie and her boyfriend!

Carlo wore a tie for many hours for his bride. This is the moment it was time for it to come off!  he also encouraged others to rid themselves of their ties!

And the dancing continues!

Louise and Mat are homebodies and love just hanging out together in their newly renovated home. They also enjoy being big kids so we walked down to the local park before playing some Wii bowling and Mat chilling out with the guitar. I love that more and more of my clients are taking my advice to really personalise their portrait sessions so they can have memories that really represent who they are and what they love to do! Enjoy watching Lou and Mat having fun from this morning!

What a visual feast – of the gourmet and human variety! Karen and Simon went all out to recreate the picnics they enjoy at Mt Annan Botanic Gardens. Simon even got an apron made up for the occasion. Just a shame we worked out the BBQ wasn’t working properly and when we were doing some other photos on the picnic blanket some birds swooped down and took a corner off one of sausages sizzling on the hot plate! Please enjoy these pics of such a great couple – happy to muck around and tease each other – awww true love!