There’s no, “How to Get Married” rule book and I encourage you to step aside from the ever-familiar traditions of weddings and do it your way! Get ready together, wear a chic jumpsuit, get tattoos, bring your dogs, go for a cocktail at your favourite bar, get hitched at the courthouse, the opportunities for mixing it up are endless! Think about wedding traditions and consider why they exist and whether you really value them. On this incredible day that you’re celebrating your love, don’t feel like you have to conform to expectations. Instagram, Pinterest and wedding fairs can be overwhelming, decide what is most important to you, and I can guarantee you’ll have absolutely no regrets!

Do your research, look at a variety of photographers, go further than Instagram; search websites and request to view full galleries. Whether it's me or any one of the talented photographers we have in our country, choose a photographer whose images evoke an emotional connection for you. Ask yourself some questions; can you picture yourself in those photographs, what is it about the images and style that you love, do you love the editing of the colours and the composition, do they make you feel something? Find a photographer who suits you, style and personality-wise, they will essentially be spending most of your wedding day with them so it’s important you connect.

The schedule of your day is the single most important tool to make sure things run smoothly and keep stress at bay. I love to work with my couples to create a schedule that will not only give me time to create my best work for you but also allow the day to be stress-free. Throughout the day, I am constantly referring to the timeline so that I can ensure we are on track. Once we’ve booked in your date, I’ll send you a timeline guide so we can work out the perfect stress-free schedule for your celebration.

Picture this, you and your best friend are on your way to that ‘imagine if…’ place you’ve always dreamt of. You make a quick stop at the local store to grab a bottle or two of that red you drank on your first date and a tote bag full of your favourite snacks. Clutched in your hand is a collection of love notes and promises that you scribbled down a few nights ago while a couple of pinot noir deep... and with that, you are ready to start a new chapter together, this thing called marriage.
Elopements are not for everyone. Essentially, you are trading a big party with your nearest and dearest, for something very intimate. But who said you can't have a big "WE'RE MARRIED" after-party? Remember, there are no rules - if in doubt refer to slide #1

Ok, so this one’s a biggie, I could write paragraphs of tips to make the most of the light. But I’ll leave that for my Wedding Guide you’ll receive when you lock in your wedding date with me, I can’t give away all my secrets here, right! But, for now, a couple of things: For getting ready, find the tidiest room with the most natural light, try to avoid artificial light as it’s not as flattering. For the ceremony, each scenario is different depending on your location, time of day, backdrop, direction of the sun, etc, I highly recommend talking with your photographer so they can advise you based on your location. Avoid having some of the bridal party under shade and the rest of the bridal party in the sun. Finally, make the most of the evening light, if it’s a fine day, golden hour is where it’s at!

You want to feel like the most fabulous version of yourself on your wedding day, and you want to feel comfortable. Choose a dress you feel incredible in and can comfortably wear all day. When it comes to makeup, ultimately you want to have a polished version of how you normally look, I’d recommend doing a trial with your makeup artist so you can decide exactly how you want your makeup to look on the day.

Some of the most emotionally filled moments of the day is during the ceremony. Encourage your guests to put down their phones and be in the moment. I want to capture the laughter and happy tears of the people who mean the most to you, without contending with phones and tablets. Consider having a sign, or ask your celebrant to explain to your guests that the ceremony will be unplugged, and the photographer will be documenting the ceremony.

Try not to get caught up on the little things. Picture this, things may not be running on time, the weather may be teetering on the brink of a downpour, you may not get your cue to walk down the aisle, granddad forgot his hearing aids, your dress will probably get dirt on it, but hey you’re never going to wear it again, so wear it like you mean it! On the day, things may not go exactly how you planned, but it will be amazing. In fact, these little unexpected things can make it even better, more memorable and I will be right beside you to capture all that goodness, planned or unplanned, as it unfolds. If things are really turning pear-shaped, don’t be afraid to take some time for yourself or with your favourite person to cry it out and shake it off. That’s allowed. Whatever you need to do to ensure you can enjoy yourself, do it.