Melissa and Michael, featuring their special fur baby Doug who walked them back down the aisle as Mr & Mrs Langley! 🤍 This was such a relaxed and fun day. We loved being there for photos and video! We left with our cups full, reminded of why we love our jobs so much.
Vendors:
Hair: @amyrose_hair
Make up: @charlottelouisebeauty
Venue: @brackenridgecountryretreat
Celebrant: @wendymorrisoncelebrant
DJ: DJ luke
Flowers: @jillfranceshavill
Video: @traveller.video
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Wellington city wedding elopement portraits
The vibe was - something short and sweet, wanting a few photos in the city together before their relaxed elopement-style ceremony at a different location. After receiving their photo gallery Jade and Jay said their photos were exactly how they imagined them to be! 😍 Their wedding day also happened to be the same night as Fred Again and they got tickets, making it the best party ever.
If you don’t want a big traditional wedding but you do want to get married and have some cool portraits together on the day, let me point you in this direction. You don’t need your ceremony photographed and a full day captured by a professional if that’s not for you. I price these sessions like a normal portrait shoot (if there is no ceremony), there is no extra charge just because it’s technically someone’s wedding day. Get dressed up and let’s take some photos that suit your plans. 😎 I’m so here for more of these type of wedding sessions and I want to hear from you!
Anam Cara Gardens, Kapiti Coast wedding venue review - Georgia and Hayden
Anam Cara Gardens is one of our favorite venues in the Kāpiti Coast and we love when clients book us for photos and videos here!! The venue is spread across 10 acres of serene garden settings, includes an indoor venue and two separate spaces for getting ready making it the perfect venue with everyone on site for your day. Their venue has a capacity for up to 120 guests, and includes a modern commercial kitchen for caterers and a bar for BYO. Pick from 6 different ceremony locations and many areas for photos, including the beach which is only a short drive away for sunset photos.
Teresa and Tim are so great to work with as the venue’s owners and hosts, we can wholeheartedly recommend their venue to all of our couples. Here is a recent full-day wedding that I photographed at Anam Cara in January 2024. This was an 8 hour package, which included a second photographer for 4 hours*. We covered Georgia and Hayden’s preparations through to their first dance and sunset photos (although on this occasion we didn’t get much of a sunset down at Ōtaki Beach but we still took the opportunity to head out for 15 minutes). The examples here show parts of the full day, it is a longer blog post to scroll through but I hope it shows couples the variety of images they can receive from a wedding of this size. If you love these images and want to reach out about your wedding at Anam Cara Gardens, please do!
* With the mention of a second photographer helping me with this wedding, my packages and inclusions are subject to change in the coming years, however second photographers will always be available for packages. A special mention to Jess Dewsnap who helped me with this day!
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Tarureka Estate - Wairarapa wedding venue review and wedding photos!
Mr & Mrs Becker-Stewart! A true love story that dating apps can work their magic and these beautiful humans found each other! A laid-back guy from the Naki and a stunning registered nurse, an absolute perfect match these two ♥️ They are now living the dream together in Melbourne and came back to NZ to celebrate with friends and family on their wedding day at Tarureka Estate in Featherson!
Review of Tarureka Estate - Rustic Barn Wedding Venue Wairarapa, NZ
I wanted to share this wedding day as an opportunity to showcase Tarureka as a New Zealand wedding venue and why we enjoy photographing and filming weddings here! It’s located in Featherson at the bottom of the Remutaka Range hill, only a short drive from Wellington and Lower/Upper Hutt, so if you’re exploring venues in the Wairarapa or Wellington region this would be a great choice.
Get ready on site in the Historical Homestead
The homestead sleeps 18 people and has a bridal suite on the second floor. As photographers, we appreciate that everyone can get ready on-site for their wedding day. This makes it easy for us to go between rooms and spaces, if we have a groom getting ready at the same time a bride is having her hair or makeup done for example. The historic homestead has been recently renovated but holds its original charm and character. Once you’re ready for your ceremony and wedding day, it is only a 30-second walk to greet your guests.
Your wedding ceremony
Tarureka Estate offers an indoor and outdoor area for ceremonies which is great for all weather conditions. This is the outdoor area situated in a grove of trees. After your ceremony, guests are invited to the main lawn near the homestead for cocktails, canapes and games.
Wedding photos
The gardens at Tarureka provide backdrops for all your wedding photos however if you would like to go off-site with your bridesmaids/groomsmen/wedding party crew there are optional locations nearby! Most of the photos below are on-site (aside from the photos taken in the Olive Grove which are at a private property).
The Loft Barn
Voted as one of the top barn venues the loft was built in 1868 and is one of the oldest and largest barns in New Zealand. Since 2001 it has been running as a wedding venue. The top floor can be used for your ceremony and or reception, which seats up to 120 guests. The ground floor is where the bar and dance floor are located.
Brac and Bow Catering
At the time of writing this blog post Brac and Bow is the caterer for Tarureka and their food is delicious! The venue also offers BYO alcohol for no extra cost.
I also wanted to make a special mention to the wonderful Sarah McEvoy who joined me for part of this wedding day, she took some of the cocktail hour photos that I’ve shared in this blog. Two of my wedding packages include a second photographer so while I’m photographing in one area with the wedding couple, I have another person capturing some of the candid moments that couples often didn’t see on the day.
Our top Wairarapa Wedding Venues - Tarureka Estate, Brackenridge Retreat and Martinborough Tree Church
The Wairarapa has a range of stunning wedding venues for your ceremony and reception. This list showcases different venues with links to their websites where you can access more information!
TARUREKA ESTATE FEATHERSTON
Located in Featherston, Tarureka Estate has been voted as one of the world’s top 10 barn wedding venues. The 130 year old historic homestead can accommodate 18 guests, while the restored loft can seat 120 guests.
BRACKENRIDGE RETREAT
Brackenridge is a country-style wedding venue in Martinborough, Wairarapa. Their venue can host up to 130 guests for your reception and ceremony, and has a number of on-site cottages available for accommodation. We love photographing and filming here as everything is in one place and their team of staff and coordinators will have you covered in all areas making our job more enjoyable.
MARTINBOROUGH TREE CHURCH
Martinborough Tree Church is an outdoor ceremony space planted in 2015 which can seat 180 guests. They have recently expanded this venue to include a reception area called The Vue, a renovated 100-year-old historic woolshed. There are so many places on-site for photos after or before your ceremony.
LACEWOOD
Lacewood is a wedding venue located on Tuhitarata Estate, South Wairarapa. The 1860s homestead is surrounded by old English trees and formal gardens. There a number of cottages which can be used as accommodation for up to 22 guests and a barn for your reception which can seat up to 200 people.
ROSE & SMITH
Rose & Smith is a boutique venue at The Tauherenikau Racecourse, located 15 minutes from Greytown and Martinborough. Rose & Smith was named after the “Rose & Smith Builders” who built the newly renovated Racecourse Tea House in 1923. The Tea House can seat 200 guests and their onsite accommodate in The Ranch House can sleep up to 37 guests.
THE LANDING AT HOMEBUSH
The Landing at Homebush, located 5 minutes from Masterton, is an elegant country wedding venue with a number of outdoor spots for your ceremony and an indoor area for your reception of 140 guests. The main house is also available for hire with 4 bedrooms available.
Couples engagement sessions in Wellington!
If you have recently celebrated your engagement, congratulations! This is an exciting time for you and your partner! Having an engagement shoot is a special way to introduce yourself to the photography side of things and celebrate this time together before you are married. Here are some reasons why I love these photo sessions with couples!
meet your photographer & get some amazing photos with your partner!
It’s a great opportunity to meet with photographers before making a final decision about who you are going to pick. Every photographer will have a different style and approach to how they direct couples. It’s important you find a photographer who makes you feel comfortable and fits with your aesthetic. It’s also the perfect time to get some photos with your pets because how often do we get the chance to have professional photos taken with them (I’ve done photo shoots with both cats and dogs before!)
Learn how easy photos can feel
I get it, I get super weird when a camera is pointing at me. Your photographer should be able to help you relax and overcome that awkward feeling. This is a great practice run for your wedding day. You might even have fun and when you look at the photos you will realise it wasn’t that bad.
WEDDING INVITATIONS
Use your new photos to announce your news online or to design your wedding save the dates or invitations, it will get people really excited!
MEMORIES
Let your engagement shoot be one of the milestones leading up to your wedding day. This is a chance to hang out with the person you love and celebrate new beginnings!
Candid wedding photos and portraits of guests - Why I use a second photographer and examples of their photography
Second photographer included in Collections 3 & 4
Two of my wedding packages include having a second photographer with us for part of your day! This is a cost I take care of as part of our service and is provided as part of your package. My second photographer will take photos on the day and I do the rest from organising their start/finish time, editing the photos and handling delivery. Having a second photographer is great for weddings with 60+ guests. It means we can capture more of your guests and unique moments that you maybe didn’t see happen on the day (so often we hear back from clients with feedback that they love seeing the photos that took part during times when their attention was on other things). While I’m capturing the important parts and formalities, my second photographer is in the background capturing extra candid moments and is available to take photos of your guests. We will often do the rounds asking if guests would like a photo taken during cocktail hour (if we aren’t needed elsewhere) but we also encourage guests to ask us for any group photos they would like.
Photo opportunities that we love for candid moments
We love capturing the moments right after your ceremony when guests come up to congratulate you (it’s an exciting moment and guests start to forget we are there as they are more focused on you). I even suggest that couples add 5-10 minutes into their timeline after the ceremony for this part so we can capture some candid hugs and chats.
We also love weddings that provide games or entertainment during cocktail hour, if games are started at the right time one of us can capture this (keep in mind sometimes games can happen at the same time as the formal portraits with the wedding party/bridesmaids/groomsmen, where both photographers are likely away focusing on this). Some couples will allow extra time before or after their wedding portraits so they can join part of the cocktail hour. This allows us to capture some moments of you with your guests before the reception starts! I can provide suggestions and guidance on a timeline for this (my goal is not to keep couples away from guests for too long, we want you to be catching up with your favourite people).
A couple of things to note from our side of things!
Candid moments are not staged and can sometimes only happen in the right environments, they are never guaranteed to always happen like in these particular examples. Things like weather and a strict timeline can mean there may be less opportunity for us to capture photos of your guests. On the day of a wedding, we may need to prioritise taking certain photos over these candid opportunities. We also respect guests’ boundaries if they do not want their photos taken or if we feel the moment doesn’t feel right we will focus on other parts of the wedding day instead (we will photograph where we feel comfortable or welcomed).
My second photographer is with us for up to 4 hours on a wedding day and this is usually to help cover preparations, the ceremony and after the ceremony, they will often finish before the reception starts. During the reception, I will cover this part of the day on my own and will continue to capture weddings in both a portrait and candid style (and guests can still grab me for a photo when possible)!
These photos are credited to the amazing Jess Dewsnap who has worked with me for many weddings! She runs her own business as well so may not be available at every event, however, I work closely with other local photographers.
A second photographer can also be added to Collection 1 or 2 for an additional fee. * All of the information in this blog post is correct and up to date as of May 2024. Packages and services may change over time.
Ohariu Farm Wellington Wedding - Abbey and Anthony
When your clients are from Taranaki (where I grew up) and you instantly click 😍 I’m so grateful that Abbey and Anthony asked me to capture their engagement photos and wedding day! The girls had a great Airbnb near Ohariu Farm, so if anyone needs a recommendation for accommodation please check out Ohariu Alpaca Farm Stay. If you have pets and you’d like some creative ideas for including them on your wedding day, scroll down to see how Abbey and Anthony incorporated their doggos into their wedding reception.
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Tribe Archipelago Summit, LXC, Tempest, Wayfarer and Quest 05 Preset Reviews
Purchasing Lightroom presets is a personal choice that can help enhance your photographic style and speed up your editing time. I have a small pick of creative presets that I use for my work and also a heap of presets that I don’t use at all (but they were purchased as part of a pack). It’s a lot of trial and error figuring out which look you like and finding a style that suits your RAW files without it looking over-processed.
So far the most successful presets for my work have been made by Archipelago, a community of professional photographers who have spent the last 10+ years refining their presets. Their preset styles are earthy, modern, true colour, film and moody. I think almost everyone would find a look they like in their presets but it can take time to find the right one depending on what you want to achieve. I’ve purchased about 5 different packs over the years and have settled on one that I really love in 2024 which feels like I have found my editing style.
My favourite and most commonly used preset is from a set called Archipelago Quest 05. Over the years I have also used their Summit, LXC, Tempest and Wayfarer packs. Here is a run-through of each of these preset packs and how I have found the process of developing my editing style over the years. At the time of updating this blog post in 2024, I don’t believe any of these packs are available for purchase but you will get a feel for the diversity in their range (and also see the development in their presets over the years!)
Archipelago also offers a ‘Quest preset membership’ which gives you a new preset and creative profile monthly, plus a discount for their main shop. This was how I found my current preset and got to learn more about my own editing style. This is a really clever way to test out their products before purchasing some of their more expensive packs.
Here is a RAW image, this is what all of my images look like before editing. I shoot in RAW format to get the most detail and highest sized files from my images. The best way to describe a RAW file is comparing it to an unbaked cake, it has all the right ingredients but you need to bake the cake to get to the final result which is the process of editing.
It’s really important to note that every time I apply a preset to an image I will tweak it to get the best out of each image. In these examples I share, I haven’t done any tweaks in colours/hues so you can see the presets as they are in their original form.
Tribe Archipelago Quest 05 Presets Review (current edit style)
This is currently my most used preset pack and almost all of my work is edited with AQ05 ii or AQ05iii. All of the presets in this pack have only slight changes that can be hard to spot but I like the subtleness of them all. In my experience of using Archipelago presets over the years they have improved the colours in skin tones and lowered the high contrast, which I love. Everything feels more natural. In some of their older packs, I found I was always having to decrease the saturation of the orange/red in people’s faces as well as the hue, often the skin just looked too unnatural and orange.
AQ05 i - This preset is quite close to how the RAW image looks, so it’s natural but it has taken away some of the vibrancy.
AQ05 iii - This would be the preset I use to deliver an image like this. It has my signature ‘film’ look while preserving the natural look and feel that their home had in real life.
AQ05 ii - This is one of the presets I like to use, but not for this image. It has a slight green tint to it which can look really good in certain environments.
AQ05 iv - I love that this pack includes a dreamy black-and-white preset! I find I need variety for finding the right B&W preset, this will only suit some images.
Tribe Archipelago Tempest & Wayfarer Review (current edit style)
I currently still use the black and white presets from the Tempest and Wayfarer packs. Here are some examples! I tend to switch between all 3 black and white options depending on the photo and scenario. I haven’t included all of the examples of the colour presets in these two packs as I only sometimes use these 4.
Tempest 06 - This B&W preset has a warm colour grading added in the shadows which I quite like!
Tempest 03 - The only colour preset from this pack that I sometimes use
Wayfarer 08 - This B&W preset has a warm colour grading added in the shadows which I quite like!
Wayfarer 09 - You can tell the difference with no colour grading added. it is cooler toned.
Tribe Archipelago Summit Presets Review (retired presets)
The Summit presets are more saturated in colour and higher in contrast. You will notice the skin tones look more saturated than the Quest 05 pack, which is something I have moved away from in recent years. Overall you will see that these images look more processed. Looking back on my older work edited using these presets I can see the higher contrast in editing, everything used to feel quite bright. I don’t believe this pack is available for purchase at this time.
Summit 01
Summit 02
Summit 03
Summit 04
Summit 05
Summit 06
Tribe Archipelago LXC Review (retired presets)
LXC is no longer available to purchase which is why I call it my OG Tribe presets but I believe they have released LXCr, I’m not sure if this is an updated version of these older presets that I own.
LXC 01
LXC 04
LXC 03
LXC 05
LXC 02
LXC 06
Should you have a first look before your wedding ceremony? Pros and Cons! Tarureka Estate Wedding - Ruby and James
Couples sometimes ask me what my thoughts are and my preference is for having a ‘first look’ and all wedding/bridal party photos prior to the ceremony. Ruby and James had a first look before their ceremony so this is a perfect example of how the day can look doing things in this order!
I personally don’t have a preference because it’s completely up to each couple and their priorities for the day. For our own wedding, we hired a photographer for 4 hours and did the bulk of our photos before our ceremony so that afterwards we could relax and party (talk about some weird priorities considering photography is my job!)
PROS OF DOING A FIRST LOOK
There are some really sweet and intimate moments that can be captured when it’s just the two of you. You might feel nervous and worried you’ll lose your cool in front of all your guests (which is not a bad thing by the way, I love and respect vulnerability), but if this gives you anxiety then it can be a great way to keep the moment just between the two of you.
As I mentioned earlier, you’ll get more time to socialise with your guests after the ceremony. This was really important for our wedding since a lot of guests travelled from afar who I hadn’t seen in a while. Doing photos after your ceremony could mean being away from guests for 30 minutes - 1 hour (I even hear stories of this being longer if there is travel to a particular location).
CONS OF DOING A FIRST LOOK
The main downside for a photographer is the lighting conditions. It will mean doing photos earlier in the day which is often when the sun is at its brightest. BUT if you have a venue with some shaded areas with tree cover and a great photographer this should not be an issue. For Ruby and James’ wedding, we had some clouds in the sky which really helped defuse the bright light at 1pm and I used this driveway which was mainly covered by trees and in the shade.
Once we finished family photos after their ceremony, Ruby and James were able to spend 2 hours with their guests before heading into the reception. Lots of time to mingle, enjoy the canapes and drinks, play some tennis and get some photos with your friends!
Later in the evening Ruby and James were happy to head out for more photos of just the two of them while the light was really nice. They said they appreciated just having this short moment for the two of them after such a full on day.
Rose and Smith Wairarapa Wedding - Rosa and Ben
My first time out at Rose and Smith! I had so much fun hanging out with this wedding crew and documenting the day for Rosa and Ben. I started off the day by driving down a long gravel road that looked like a shortcut to Rosa's Airbnb, Google maps did me dirty and my car was not the best for that kind of road. Thankfully I safely arrived to see the wonderful Alana MUA doing hair for Dollhouse Do. Alana worked her magic and made Rosa feel like Kim K, she looked incredible.
It rained every 10 minutes and then the sun would come out. On my way to the venue, I was driving through torrential rain so I was feeling very thankful for the indoor ceremony at that moment. Then for the rest of the day, we had NO RAIN and look at their outdoor photos! The party went off and the costumes came out. I was eyeing up the expresso martinis but mahi and professionalism, plus driving back over the Remutakas, not a good mix.
Thanks again Rosa and Ben!! My heart felt very happy on this day. Also a big thank you to Jess Dewsnap Photography for joining me as my second photographer on the day, can’t wait to team up again soon!
Waitarere Beach Intimate Wedding
Over here reminiscing on the past few weeks and can’t believe that the summer wedding season is finished! So far this summer I’ve had 9 incredible couples who weddings I photographed, some intimate occasions and others were full day weddings. All different and unique in their own ways ♥️
Here are some of the highlights from Kaitlin and Jacob’s Waitarere beach wedding from a few weeks ago. We were all introduced a few years back at another wedding so it was really special seeing them again! I loved the relaxed and cosy atmosphere of this wedding, it was all about celebrating their day at a place that was special to their family.
Old Saint Paul's Ceremony and Foxglove Reception - Mia and Phuong
Mia and Phuong originally had me booked for their wedding in 2020 but going into lockdown, unfortunately, meant rescheduling. I’m so grateful to have been a part of their planning and seeing it all come to life after the anticipation of waiting patiently for their new date. It really was an incredible day and the best way to end my busy season.
They had their ceremony at Old Saint Paul’s Wellington followed by bridal photos at Moa Point on the windy coastline. We then made our way to their second location for bridal photos along the waterfront which was the perfect way to go into their reception at Foxglove.
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Thanks so much Mia and Phuong! Here are a couple of my favourite moments from the day.
Ohariu Farm Wedding Ceremony and Reception - Leah and David
Beautiful people and a beautiful wedding! Leah and David’s wedding had us all in happy tears. The love they have for one another is truly something special and I feel so lucky to have captured it alongside Karl who did their videography. Thank you to Ohariu Farm for having us two weekends in a row!
Brackenridge Country Retreat Wedding Ceremony - Gemma and Sam
Congratulations to Gemma and Sam who tied the knot at Brackenridge Country Retreat in Martinborough! Karl and I documented their day from preparations through to when the party started with dancing.
We did a first look before their ceremony in an olive grove on the property of a couple whose wedding I photographed back in 2018! It was near the same spot where we did their first look all those years ago, so it was really special being back in this location.
We lucked out with the weather. Did you know that cloud on your wedding day is not a bad thing! It makes the light so soft and we can take photos anywhere (makes our job much easier). The sunset broke through the clouds for not even 10 minutes during their reception. We didn’t think anything was going to happen but then it all changed so we quickly stopped eating our dinner and rushed out to catch it (dedicated clients, I'm all for it)!
The Weddingcoach NZ did the most incredible job of coordinating the whole day! It was the first time I’ve work with a coordinator and it blows my mind how much of a difference it made for us vendors and the couple. Everything was exactly where it needed to be and the whole day went so smoothly. Thank you Britt!
Martinborough Tree Church wedding ceremony - Becky and Rupert
Becky and Rupert tied the knot at Martinborough Tree Church and we had the most incredible day, from their preparations right through to their reception, there were so many beautiful moments for us to capture!
A highlight for me was driving out to Rupert’s family farm in Tora for bridal photos and the first look. I love being out on the farm and it felt so inspiring being at a new location. I don’t know anything about sheep and beef farming (despite growing up on a beef and dairy farm) but I do know how to make my way around a bit of poo and I still get a thrill from off-roading.
We also managed to get sunset photos in between their speeches! Sunset photos don’t need to be for 30 minutes, this is a perfect example of popping outside for not even 5 minutes to get the dreamy shots that you’ll see at the end of this blog post!
The best thing is if you want to see some of this beautiful landscape for yourself well you can because this is also where you go for the Tora Coastal Walk! Congratulations Becky and Rupert! Karl is currently putting together a highlight video which I can’t wait to share.
Summer Romance Styled Shoot at Anam Cara Gardens Kapiti Coast
This styled shoot gives me that summer romance feeling! Britt from The Wedding Coach NZ did an incredible job of bringing these elements together. Our wonderful models Caitlin and David who are married (in real life) made the vision come to life and honestly made my job of photographing so easy.
Thank you to my partner Karl from Traveller Audio and Visual for this incredible highlight film! We now offer videos like this with our wedding packages too! Full list of all of the other talented vendors below.
Check out these luxe-rustic wedding vibes! Britt from the Wedding Coach put together this styled shoot with the help of lots of Wellington Wedding vendors. A...
venue: Anam Cara Gardens
planner and stylist: The Wedding Coach NZ
florals: Love Stomp Floral
signage: Day Dream NZ
mua: The Makeup Artist
hair: Wedding hair by Rachel
props and furniture: Made Lovely Hire
cake: Cake It Forward
dresses: Astra Bridal Wellington
suit: Mandatory NZ
video: Traveller Audio and Visual
Two stunning Brides Married at Sudbury NZ - Grace and Gemma
A big congratulations to these beautiful ladies who got married out on the Kapiti Coast at wedding venue Sudbury NZ, Mrs & Mrs Prescott-Whitaker!
Grace and Gemma met through work, Gemma being Grace’s mentor in her first year of nursing practice. After 3 years of friendship they fell for each other! Grace proposed to Gemma at the peak of The Cardrona ski field in Wanaka. After convincing Gem to climb the hill in her ski boots “for the view”, Grace waited for the right moment to ask the question and she said yes!
Grace and Gemma celebrated their wedding at Sudbury in Wellington. Filmed on the 12th of December 2020. Crafted by Traveller Audio + Visual with Jaymee Photo...
They envisioned a day of love, family and friends, with relaxed vibes and a romantic atmosphere to create a day that everyone would look back on and smile. They wanted the mimosas flowing and the food plentiful. Some special features about their day, Grace’s brother wrote and read a personalised reading during the ceremony and their nephew who is just about to turn one danced his way down the aisle with his mum, it was the sweetest moment! Where they could they used local businesses and close friends with businesses and materials that could be recycled and used again, for example, their table names are now made into a birdhouse behind their house.
Karl and I had the most incredible time photographing and filming their special day. I’ve been photographing for the Whitaker family for a few years and had happy tears during their ceremony (did my best to keep my cool). It’s a day I’ll never forget and I feel incredibly grateful to have been a part of it. This was my last wedding for 2020, it was the best way to end the year.
Florist: Holly and Twine
Makeup: Kerry from Amber and co.
Outfits: Grace wore a Made With Love dress that she bought on Still White, second hand and in perfect condition. Gem found her dress on ASOS and it was magical.
Cake: Courtney Wylie
Catering: Sarah Senecke
Celebrant: Sarah Topliff
Foxglove Wellington Wedding Ceremony and Reception - Claire and Brendan
Congratulations to Claire and Brendan! They tied the knot at Foxglove on Wellington's waterfront and it was my pleasure to document the full day for them. Claire was wearing a beautiful Sophie Voon Bridal dress, which you don't realise is actually made up of two pieces, a dress and a lace top.
My favourite spot right outside the venue is a brick wall, which you’ll see in their photos. Thank you mother nature for looking out for us, the rain stayed away long enough for us to have their bridal photos outside!
Ohariu Farm Wedding Venue - Nicola and Daniel's outdoor wedding ceremony
Congratulations Mr. and Mrs. Geraghty! I had the pleasure of photographing Nic and Dan's wedding at Ohariu Farm. They made my job of photographing so easy because A) they looked amazing and B) they were so relaxed and fun! The best part was making the last-minute call to brave the weather and have their ceremony outside ... no regrets, the light was so beautiful and the rain held off for us!
Venue Ohariu Farm
Celebrant Wendy Morrison
MUA Jaymie Jarvis Makeup Artist
Dress Astra Bridal Wellington
Florals Twisted Willow
Bridesmaid dresses Evolution Bridesmaids
