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When wonderful photographer/friend @larahotzphotography reached out to ask if I could photograph her brothers wedding I jumped at the opportunity. Paul and Jen were a charming couple and after their pre wedding shoot I knew we were in for something special for their wedding.
I was lucky enough to work with some wonderful suppliers on this one:
Second shooting: @calebwestwood
Video: @jacandheath
MUA: @emmagerriemakeup
Hair: @courthursthairstyling
Celebrant: @jessiecacchillocelebrant
Venue: @thegrounds
DJ: @weplayrecords
Photobooth: @thephotoboothguys
Monochrome memories. To summarise Anuj and Chloes 3 day wedding extravaganza here is simply impossible, so I’ve chosen to focus on a special slice of time - the couple shoot just after the ceremony from day 2. After being surrounded with all their loved ones in a beautiful intimate ceremony it was time to walk along the shores of Bherwherre Beach.
So many amazing vendors contributed to this wedding, all of which I highly recommend:
HMU: @emilyfaussetmakeup
Videography: @the_wedding_cinematographer
Venue: @thecovejervisbay
Coordinator: @uponastar_events
Catering (best samosas on the south coast): @kohlis_nowra
Civil Ceremony:
Celebrant: @thelovediariesco
Dress: @j.andreatta_
Rings: @blonde.design
Engagement ring: @ashleyzhangjewelry
Suit: @mjbale
Haldi:
Catering: @cheesyduzit
Wedding Lehenga: @seemagujraldesign from @circular.threads
Mandap: @house.of.bamboo.australia
Mangalsutra (Jewellry): @antonia__studio
Reception:
Catering: @rabbitandcocaterers
Crockery: @eventhiresyd
DJ: @ultimatedjs.com.au
Cake: deathbybaking
Earrings: @g.binsky
Laura married Dimitri in Palm Beach earlier this year. Reception was at the nearby @newportsurfclub which was fitting considering their romance was kindled sailing together. There's no label to tag the dress this time as Laura drew on her skills as a fashion designer and created a one-off masterpiece to rock on the day. I'll never stop being humbled by my clients' talents and life stories - what a couple! #sydneyweddingphotographer #northshorewedding
Does it count as an elopement if you bring your parents? Jessie and Brents special day at the beautiful @thewoods_pokolbin
Always a pleasure working alongside @thedesignpatrol on video
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A very Manly interruption 🏊♂️
Paul and Jen. These two know how to see the lighter side of life, and I'm sure this will make their marriage immensely joyful and help them over the inevitable humps that life throws at them. #newcastleweddingphotographer #sydneyengagement #sydneyweddingphotographer
Matthew and Shannon frozen in celluloid that's nigh on 60 years old. A few days ago I posted stories raving about the buttery smooth gradients film is capable of producing - well it can very much go the other way too and yield gritty textured results that you'd expect to see more in your great grandparents wedding photos. #kodak #pentax67ii #bluemountainsweddingphotographer @moirahughescouture
One of my favourite photographers @jacqjacqjacqui reached out for a couple shoot on analogue film. I happily obliged and had a great time getting to know Jacqui and Will through the process.
The photos here are a combo of both fresh and expired film. #kodakportra400 #trix400 #pentax67 #nikonf6
Now that daylight savings is finished the light will be softer for weddings in the afternoon - just like it was for John and Annika's beautiful wedding last year.
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Sneaking out between entrées and mains to get that sweet post sunset light. @merewethersurfhouse With the beautiful @antheazz and Connor.
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We’re married!
When I first met you I knew you were different. Beauty and grace paired with kindness and humility. I couldn’t wait to get to know you better. We’ve come a long way since meeting in Sydney - through a pandemic, long distance and building a house. Being a wedding photographer I often hear the “Love is patient love is kind” verse from Corinthians. I’ll avoid writing the whole verse here, but I was skeptical that such a love existed - well at least for me anyway. And now I’ve found it in you. Looking ahead I know I’ll make mistakes, but I promise to always have the best intentions and always put you first for both the big things and the small things -besides subjecting you to my taste of music from time to time 🙂 I promise to be the best husband I can be and hopefully one day a loving father for our children. I promise I’ll give you a hug when I know you’re having a bad dream at night, I promise I’ll always dance with you and sing out of tune / off beat with you. You’ve changed almost every facet of your life to be with me - coming from one of the most urbanised parts of the planet in Tokyo, to embracing a coastal life in a small Australian town. I’ll be forever grateful for this. I’m so excited to start this chapter of our lives together because despite life’s challenges I know every year is only going to get better and better. I love you.
A big thankyou to my brother Heath @jacandheath for covering this day on good old analogue 35mm film and my good friend Sam @dearvincent for capturing the motion side of things. @jayabargwannacelebrant you were magic as I knew you would be - thankyou so much for marrying us. @tyrrells for supplying the most delicious wine and being such a wonderful family that I’ve enjoyed getting to know, and @mezzocatering for keeping us so well fed with your delicious food. And last but not least all our beautiful friends and family for supporting us in this special day.
Kodak Kisses.
@slimmo.b 🧡's @sophiegerms
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When Cupid 💘 crashes the location shoot! (ok actually their lovely son Otie). From Nat and Gareths waterside wedding at @pasadenasydney
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Rings, grins and spins - all vital ingredients to a winning day. 💍😁🌪
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Krish and Shaz. Married at the always spectacular @sydneyoperahouse
@krish93 @shazyy24 @samanthaburke_events @rachelgilbertbridal @sana_hairnmkup @pjohnsontailors @yallamundirooms @frankandbloom.com.au
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“Wow... absolutely WOW!
We are in love with this whole gallery! Every picture! We are absolutely struggling to choose our favourites. Thank you so so much James. We are beyond happy with these and feel like your style is perfect for us in every way. Thank you for making us feel so relaxed during the whole experience, we really had such a great time.” Angeleah & Rob
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The kiss.
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Rob and Steph being adorable on their pre wedding shoot.
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Summarising Cam and Eves wedding in 10 images seems like sacrilege but I gave it a shot. Looking forward to posting a blog on this one.
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Currently offering free pre wedding photos with every wedding photography package.
Pre wedding photos are a brilliant addition. It means you won't have a stranger rocking up on your special day, allows you to get comfortable in front of the lens, and as a bonus get some lovely informal shots to compliment your wedding photos.
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#newcastleweddingphotographer
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