A while ago I photographed Sharon, Sharon is a Naturopath but offers a diverse range of advice including nutrition and lifestyle. All areas in which she feels fit hand in hand together and all of which she is very passionate about. Sharon realises that it is important for her clients to want to consult with someone they feel comfortable with so we worked towards getting images which portrayed her open and friendly personality.
But to get back on track, When Teagan came in for her photo session she told me she didn’t take a good photo. Nothing wrong with that, that is pretty much the first thing every client tells me before I take their photo!
Why do I think she’s a little crazy? Take a look at the photos below! I think they say it all.
In all seriousness though I think Teagan is absolutely lovely and was a pleasure to work with. I loved the sense of calm she brought with her that enveloped the studio and me. Teagan is extremely friendly and has a bubbly personality with a big broad genuine smile. I instantly noticed that she has a sense of calm in her life. For someone who doesn’t have any sort of calm in their life I recognise and envy this quality. I’m sure her connection with meditation and spirituality must have something to do with this.
I think these photos encapsulate her personality. The feedback from Teagan was also positive! To quote ” Thanks! Everyone went nuts over the photos. I am really pleased with them.” 
Last month we travelled up to Toowoomba for Fiona and Dylan’s Wedding. I might be a little biased because I know the couple personally, but what an amazing day! Really, it was the most carefully thought-out, fun and beautifully romantic wedding. It was very special for my husband, Dave, and me, since we both got to play our little parts; me as photographer and Dave as a bridesmaid! In case you’re wondering, Dave and Fiona are old friends from way back. In fact, she was a groomsman at our wedding.
The girls (and Dave) prepared for the day at Vacy Hall, a beautiful historic mansion in downtown Toowoomba, and were driven to the Preston Village Chapel in style in a pristine 1936 Dodge limousine. Fiona looked stunning as she stepped through the doors of the chapel. As she walked down the aisle, Dylan couldn’t help but shed a few tears at the sight of her. (Dylan, I hope you don’t mind me sharing this with the world but it was truly lovely!)
The party kicked on at the adjoining Preston Manor as the sun set over the valley. The guests laughed and cried with the happy couple during the speeches, and giggled uncontrollably while playing dress-up in the photo booth.
If you feel as though you are seeing double when looking at these photos, don’t despair; you kind of are. Fiona’s lovely twin sister Christina was maid of honour, and was responsible for many of the beautiful crafty details. You can see some of Christina’s amazing work on her blog. Fiona is an active blogger herself; you can check out her award-winning blog here.
Fiona and Dylan, I wish you all the happiness in the world. I hope you are enjoying your honeymoon in New Zealand, and I can’t wait to see the Napier photos and all the art deco goodness you bring back!
Wedding location: Preston Village Chapel - http://www.prestonchapelandmanor.com/chapel.html
Ceremony Official: Joan Kavanagh - http://celebrantsonline.com.au/joan-kavanagh/
Bridal gown: Vintage 1960′s from Etsy
Bridal accessories: Handmade sash with flowers - http://www.etsy.com/shop/ProjectU
Shoes: Forever New high heels
Bridesmaids Attire and Accessories: Handmade silk gowns and matching jackets made by brides mother, shoes from Wittner and silk clutches handmade by bride
Flowers: Friend, Brad
Jewellery: Vintage jewellery passed down through family
Cars: 1936 Dodge D2, Kenz Classic Cars - http://www.kenzclassic.com.au/
Bonboniere: Crochet napkin rings, handmade by twin sister, Christina
Wedding Rings:
Bride: Great Grandmothers wedding ring.
Groom: Custom handmade ring by Christina Lowry Designs – http://www.christinalowrydesigns.bigcartel.com
First night: Vacy Hall - http://www.vacyhall.com.au/
Honeymoon: New Zealand for 11 days
I was very happy to hear when she told me she was engaged to Mick. I was extemely flattered when they asked me to photograph their wedding and wanted to know my availability so that she could make their wedding arrangements around my availability!
Mick and Lorissa are having a lovely intimate wedding in Queens Park and a reception dinner in Essendon. It is very important to them to keep the wedding intimate and be about good food and great company. I am really looking forward to photographing their special day.
Turning up to photograph Rachael and Brad’s wedding was like being reunited with old friends again. So many familiar faces. I’ve now photographed Rachel’s brother, Mike three times! All three times he has been a groomsman. Don’t think we didn’t joke that next time it must be his turn! Rachael’s lovely sister Jess and her husband Chris came over from Dubai to play important roles as Bridesmaid and Groomsmen. I photographed their wedding last year. It was fantastic to catch up with them again!
Rachael and Brad were married at the amazingly impressive St Patrick’s Cathedral in Melbourne and had their reception at Lakeside in Taylor’s Lakes.
