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Partridge House Wedding – Jemma & Jordan

Jemma and Jordan’s Partridge House wedding took place on a delightfully sunny day in late September, and their day was full of fun, love and adventure!

Jemma and Jordan had selected a number of photo locations to head to all around Adelaide to make sure they had a wide variety of photos, and we even had an improptu visit by the SA Ghostbusters![/av_one_half]

Preparation

It’s not very often, but occasionally a bride will ask me to start my wedding photography coverage with her and her bridesmaids at a beauty salon where they would be having their hair and makeup done. In Jemma’s case I was with her and her entourage early in the morning taking some shots of everyone putting on their faces before heading over to Jordan’s place of preparation!

Bride sitting in salon
Having makeup and hair done
Laughing while having makeup done
Concentrating on makeup
Bridesmaid looking on during makeup
Directing

Jordan was getting ready in a nearby house along with his groomsmen and father. As I’ve said before groomsmen often just dont know how to tie a tie, so much of the time during preparation was simply trying to make it look right on everyone!

The atmosphere was jovial and laid back, which made for a delightful start to the day!

rings perched on shoes
Pre wedding drinks
buttoning up grooms shirt
groom buttoning up shirt
Groomsman having fun with tie
Father of the groom tieing tie
Groom looking out window with jacket
Groom walking out door
Groom having his flower put on
groom and groomsmen on road talking
groomsmen all together on road

After Jordan’s preparation, I head over to Jemma’s place of preparation, which was an another home, closer to Glenelg. The girls were running a little late from the beauty salon which meant I was sitting there twiddling my thumbs for a bit before they arrived. 🙂

When they did though, all efforts were focussed on hiding Jemma’s dress, which apparently was a secret to some of the family members – I can’t remember the specifics, but apparently some had gone dress shopping with Jemma and thought they knew what she was wearing – but evidently not!

Ladies in gowns
Wedding dress hanging in doorway
Enagement ring perched in bouquet
Putting on flower
Bridesmaid helping out holding train
Zipping up back of wedding gown
Bride looking in mirror at her dress
Showing the family her dress
Talking
Bride holding bouquet in living room

Partridge House Wedding Ceremony

Jemma and Jordan’s Partridge House wedding took place under the stunning large tree located to the side of the house, which shaded most of the congregation from the harsh sunlight, and also made for an amazing backdrop for the ceremony.

During the ceremony I was asked to also live stream for guests who could not attend, so I also had that set up on a tripod. I’m so glad I’m able to provide such a service – particularly in these restricted times.

Jemma and Jordan’s ceremony was a delightful simple affair, punctuated by the cute flower girl, and of course Jemma and Jordan’s fur baby which made an appearance!

Bride arriving
bride arriving in purple car
Hugs from bridesmaids
Bride arriving at her Partidge House Wedding
Flower girl
Bride and father approaching
Grooms first look at Pertridge House Wedding
Smiling groom at Partridge House Wedding Ceremony
Doggo groomsman
Smiling bride on a sunny day
Partridge House Wedding Ceremony
Exchanging wedding rings during Partridge House wedding ceremony
Exchanging wedding rings during Partridge House wedding ceremony closeup
First kiss at Partridge House wedding ceremony
bride and groom exit their Partridge House wedding ceremony

Glamour Photos

As I mentioned, Jemma and Jordan weere keen to travel about quite a bit to make use of some of the stunning locations available between their Partridge House wedding ceremony and their reception at Chateau Apollo in the city.

So we made a bit of a trip of it, after using the Partridge House’s stunning garden, we began at the Grange Beach Jetty, then heading to the famed Port Adelaide’s Crozier Street – which was were we bumped into the Ghostbusters, finally heading to Veale Gardens in the city.

Partridge House

The great thing about having a Partridge House wedding is making use of the amazing European-style curated garden that sprawls around the property.

The main large tree, under which Jemma and Jordan held their wedding ceremony under is the jewel of the garden, while there is also sprawling grass fields in front of the house suited for family photos, plus fountains, green plants and all sorts – you could spend a lot of time here discovering new spots!

bride and groom with fur baby
Bride and grrom against lamp post
Hugs after Partridge house wedding
Partirdge House wedding Photo
Partirdge House wedding Photos
Through the trees at the bride and groom
Walking along the partridge House balcony together
Bridal party with cars in front of Partridge House

Grange Beach

Grange beach was reasonably nearby so we head there instead of the usually busy Glenelg to take some shots using the jetty as a backdrop. The wind was picking up quite a bit, so it was a bit of fun for the girls to keep their hair from blowing everywhere, but we made it work!

Bridal party on Grange Jetty
Walking along Grange Jetty
Grange Jetty Wedding Photo
Bride and groom walking along Grange Jetty
Bridal party walking together along Grange Beach
bride and groom under the Grange Jetty
bride and groom under Grange Jetty
Groom lifting his Bride under Grange Jetty
Bride and groom walking along Grange Beach
Amongst the long grass

Crozier Street

When I arrived at Crozier street, before everyone else I was worried to see that some ghostbusters had been called out for some paranormal activity! Thankfully they had already caught their ghost before we arrived, and agreed to have a bit of a photo with the bride and groom! This made for a rather unique wedding photo!

Crozier Street in Port Adelaide is a super popular spot to have some industrial themed wedding photos done, boasting grungy, but clean brickwalls and nifty corregated iron walk ways that span the road overhead. The street has also been made famous with recent films like Mortal Combat.

Ghost Busters Wedding Photo
Crozier Street Wedding Photo in black and white
Crozier Street Wedding Photo
Closeup of rings on hand
Bride and groom through train
Bride and groom sharing a kiss
Bride and groom in front of doorway
Bride and groom in front of doorway in Crozier Street
Bridal party in front of cars on Crozier Street

Veale Gardens

Veale Gardens was the last stop on our way to Chateau Apollo in the city for their reception. The plan was to use the gardens for a bit of greenery in amongst the beach and industrial stle photos we had been taking up until now. It was also a convenient spot to make use of the sunset nearby the reception venue without having to travel too far!

bride under arch of trees
Bridesmaids having some fun
Ducks in front of Bridal party
bride and groom silhouette
Veale Gardens wedding photo
Near one of the ponds at Veale Gardens
bridal aprty bathed in sunlight
Bride and Groom bathed in sunlight

Chateau Apollo Wedding Reception

Jemma and Jordan’s Chateau Apollo wedding reception took place in the private function room, with the entrance on Frome road. Its a delightfully, rustic spot right in the middle of the city which made for a surprisingly intimate and private space for a reception despite being in the middle of the city.

The night was full of dancing, fun speeches and I got to sit on the head table – which was a bit of a first as a wedding photographer! haha Made me feel old though – as everyone around me was quite young.

Chateau Apollo Wedding Photo
Bridal entrance at Chateau Apollo Wedding Reception
Holding hands as they enter
Guests cheers
Speech giver
First dance at Chateau Apollo Wedding Reception
Guests Dancing making a face
Wedding cake on barrel
Flower girl speech
Best Man giving his speech
Food
Bridal couple laughing during their speech
Cutting the wedding cake together
Night time wedding photo at Chateau Apollo
Live entertainment
Dancing the night away
Dancing bride

I’;d like to thank Jemma and Jordan for having me photograph their delightful Partridge House wedding! Your day was a blast and I love how the photos turned out!

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Why Group Photos Are a Must for Your Wedding

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Group Photos Are a Must for Your Wedding

With your wedding in a few weeks, you’re most likely mired in the hardest part of planning for your big day. There’s a lot of pressure to ensure that everything checks out and that you have the most wonderful experience possible. 

Whether it’s in the context of catering or last-minute invite additions, the list of concerns may seem nearly endless. There is so much that needs to be done before one of the most special days of your life. As you continue to weigh between outcomes and choices while planning your dream wedding.

There’s one particular dilemma that’s bound to come to mind sooner or later: Should you have planned group photos at your wedding? or should you go through the hassle of planning which group photos you need, and ones you dont?

Here’s a bit of an idea why group photos are a must for your wedding and why the effort should be made to get them right!

Embrace modernity or reject tradition?

Although you may not have paid it much mind at first, the photography aspect of your special day is one that you shouldn’t overlook. In fact, modern wedding photography has evolved far beyond what you usually expect it to be, so you need to make certain decisions early on.

In the past, getting pictures taken at the ceremony and reception was easy to plan as formal wedding shots were a sort of “one-size-fits-all” ordeal. However, wedding photography has evolved leaps and bounds over the years, and photographers are now pushing the creative boundaries of what can be achieved with just a few clicks.

One photo style that has taken weddings by storm is the ever-popular group photo approach which has evolved beyond merely documenting a group of people. At this point, getting more people in a picture is one of the most creative ways that you can document your special day and make unforgettable memories! 

Groomsmen together

So, why should you plan for group photos for your special day?


Group photos make room to mix and match with various styles. When it comes to wedding photography, many people focus on capturing a passionate portrait to hang on the wall. However, you can get so much more with group photos.

Although some professional photographers prefer to be up close and personal with their subjects, group photographs allow for the capture of a family group, or group of friends surrounded by the venue you angonised over choosing due to you liking it’s aesthetic.

While group photos are a must on your big day, the group photos you capture are to be honest often the most boring wedding photos taking on the day, however can be amongst the most cherished as they will capture a snap shot of you with your family on one of the most imporatnt days of your life.

The makeup of that same group may not be the same 10 years from now – which is just the way life goes, for better or worse. It may well be that this group photo may be the only time this particular group were to be captured in a photo together, smiling and happy. Photography is all about capturing memories, and this can be a big one.

group photo at Alru Farm wedding

Group photos are a great way to capture the atmosphere of a ceremony


This is where group photos come in as a great kind of shot during a wedding day. Whether it’s candid or planned, shots with you and your guests taken by a professional works wonders when it comes to documenting your special day. From your family members and parents to your friends and close acquaintances, they all show the unique atmosphere of your ceremony and transport you back to it every time you look at the photos!

While group photos aren’t the best at ‘living in the moment’ as modern natural wedding phtography is all about – group photos are a must simply for documenting who was at your big day and to capture everyone simply looking like they love each other!

While there are many ways that you can document your special day, nothing can do your wedding more justice than group photos. Once you plan more shots with your loved ones and guests, you won’t have to worry about missing the mark on immortalizing countless memories before, during, and after your ceremony! 

Sven Studios is a team of wedding photographers that you can rely on to have your priceless memories immortalised. Get in touch with us today!

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6 Things Your Wedding Photographer Might Not Say, But Should

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Things Your Wedding Photographer Might Not Say, But Should

When it comes to photography, it’s not easy to be a wedding photographer – there are plenty of astonishing photographers out there that simply won’t touch weddings simply because of the stress that comes along with it. In fact this was precisely how I began as a wedding photographer – a friend of mine didn’t want to do one and palmed it off to me!

Sure, it is often fun and exciting to witness the clients’ happiest day, but it’s not all happy and magical every time. The pressure is on to produce the most fantastic wedding photos because they are going to be lifelong mementos of that very special event.

But some unforeseen circumstances can get in the way of what’s supposed to be a perfect shoot. And sometimes, there are things your wedding photographer might not say.

6 Things Your Wedding Photographer Might Not Say, But Should

Here are some of the things your wedding photographer might not say, but probably won’t.

  1. “If you want the most beautiful and most dramatic shots, have the wedding outdoors.”

Do you want those gorgeous wedding photos posted on social media with dramatic lighting? They’re mostly shot outdoors. Natural lighting is flattering to all skin tones, and elements like the bright blue skies or the glowing sunset make for an amazing backdrop. However, you can’t always get that indoors with artificial light.

The epic wedding photos taken inside that you might love from social media are usually taken at venues that may be out of your budget, and in Australia they tend to be few and far between. That said though if you have the budget, so for it – they can be some very unique shots.

Out on pride rock

  1. “Please do not look at me or the camera.”

For some studio shots and yearbook photos, the subject is always asked to look straight at the camera and people are trained to do so from a young age. But for engagement and wedding photos, the more candid the images are, the better!

Don’t look at your photographer unless instructed to do so for those traditional portraits, and just interact with your new spouse and all the guests as natural as possible and let the photographer capture those special moments.

Gallop bridge Wedding photo

  1. “If you want to get the best shots, trust the photographer.”

Couples who get those out-of-this-world wedding shots are the ones who tell their photographers, “We’re down with anything you have in mind.” Granted, that gorgeous wedding dress is probably going to get dirty, but they’ll result in photos you’ll be proud of. They’ll even make the funniest behind the scene stories that you can tell the kids in the future!

Kangraoo Island Elopement photoshoot

  1. “If you see me resting for a bit, it doesn’t mean I’m not doing my job.”

As much as photographers love capturing every moment in a wedding, standing for hours and lugging heavy equipment can drain anyone’s energy. A wedding day is often 10-14 hours long for a wedding photographer which not much of a break, or even food in between.

So, if in between the major parts of the wedding you see the photographer sitting down, know that it’s just a quick break, and rest assured that no heart warming moments will be missed!

intimate First Dance Photo

  1. “I don’t have the superpower to control the weather.”

If the couple and the entire family are hoping for nice weather on that special day, trust that the photographer does, too. No one wants to have a rainy wedding day, but if that happens, know that photographers are professionals who will still be able to take gorgeous pictures, especially if you’re willing to be more playful and use the rain to your advantage. 

Lightning

  1. “I do encourage honest feedback.”

For many months, you and your photographer have been exchanging ideas about how the wedding coverage should be done. Every photo is thoughtfully captured to ensure that it reflects how special those moments are in your life. So, from the time of the delivery of the wedding photos, know that your photographer is waiting for honest feedback.

Do share your thoughts, whether you are ecstatic about them or have some constructive criticisms. As a client, know that your opinion is always valued! It’s a big reason why I run my annual wedding photo of the year contest!

Bride and groom amongst the trees in Hobart

The photographer plays a big role in your wedding, being the person responsible for the highlights of the ceremony and the reception and those sweet and funny, candid moments. And while there are some things your wedding photographer might not say, these are things that should already be known.

Wedding photography is not as simple as you might think; it takes creativity, an innate instinct, and an eye for detail through experience. If you give the photographer the freedom to be as creative as they can, they can surprise their beloved clients with wedding photos that reflect the true beauty of that wonderful day!

If you are looking for wedding photographers you don’t need to look elsewhere. Sven Studios can capture all the best things about your wedding––your special moments, the joy that your loved ones share, and yes, even the emotion that fills the air on your big day. Contact us today to know more about our photography services!

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6 Tips on Preparing for Your Wedding Photographs

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Preparing for Your Wedding Photographs

Let’s face it: not everybody is comfortable posing in front of the camera. Often, we feel too much pressure to look good, especially when we have to take photographs for big events like weddings! It really isn’t the most natural thing in the world – and yet you want to get the most ‘natural’ wedding photos anyway!

To prepare yourself for your wedding photographs on one of the the most emotional days of your life, we’ve compiled a few things to remember before your wedding! Keep reading for a couple of tips on how to pose for your wedding pictures.

6 Tips on Preparing for Your Wedding Photographs

Tip #1: Build Trust with Your Photographer

Partnerships with your wedding suppliers are a must. You have to work with a team that understands how much this big day means to you! Given that, you must build trust with your wedding photographer. Allow them into your own outlook and give them time to understand how you really want to capture moments. 

On top of that, make sure that your taste matches their style. Work with them in preparing an engagement shoot or a prenuptial shoot. Explore and run by locations with your photographer to get their opinion. Once you build a unique rapport with your photographer, there’s no doubt that you will achieve your dream photos!

When preparing for your wedding photographs – it obviously stands to reason that you should get along with the person actually taking your photographs!

Grange Beach Engagement shoot

Tip #2: Pick the Perfect Glam Team

In hiring a hairstylist and a makeup artist for your wedding day, it’s important you assess their skills. These artists should have to not only make you look fabulous as you walk down the aisle, but also make you look fabulous in your wedding photos! 

There could be a trial-and-error stage, but the preparations are worth it. Be vocal; say what you want and say what you’re not comfortable with. Let them know their full schedule ahead of time. Remember, the couple to be wed always gets the final say!

One tip in finding the right makeup artists for you is to have a trial run where you may make the most of having makeup done before an engagement shoot – that you will have a much better idea on how your makeup will turn out with your photography from your big day.

Makeup artist doing her thing

Tip #3: Eat Right

What you eat shows up on your skin and face. Make sure you don’t eat too much junk or sodium that will cause you to bloat! Allow yourself a diet that hits all the right food groups, and don’t focus too much on your weight! You are your own worst critic when it comes to this – remind yourself that you are always going to be the most stunning person on your big day!

When you eat right, make sure it’s all about feeling good and getting that healthy glow. This way, you’ll effortlessly look beautiful in all of your shots!

Food on plate

Tip #4: Follow a Night time Routine

Following a night time routine will do wonders for your mind, body, and even skin! In the weeks and nights prior to your wedding, make sure to get lots of rest by sticking to a bedtime. 

Stretch before or practice some yoga before hitting the sack. Incorporate beauty tools in your skincare routine. Allow yourself to wind down before sleeping soundly, and then wake up feeling refreshed. You never know, this could even help you after your wedding day!

Gollops bridge shot at night

Tip #5: Be Punctual

If there’s one thing a bride shouldn’t stress on, it would be time. When everyone and everything is on time, things will go smoothly, and there would be no need to rush. So, stick to the itinerary! Get a friend or your Maid-of-Honour to remind everyone of their schedules and know that you’re the boss on the day, and being late yourself is pretty much expected!

Grooms watch on ties

Tip #6: Relax and Keep It Natural

Do what feels right with you and your partner. Feel free to explore poses and options and get some inspiration. But then again, don’t feel pressured to replicate the photos and poses from wedding magazines, especially if they’re not something you’d do! Be realistic and make the moment feel as genuine as possible.

If you feel comfortable, your photos will look comfortable. I always try to take my photographs of people actually doing things for this reason – as opposed to turning people into mannequins.

Smiles all round with the bride and groom

It’s completely normal to sense a little panic the closer the big day arrives. Milestones, after all, need to be captured because these are the memories worth holding onto forever. But at the same time, remember that you are not alone! Once you’ve built a wedding team consisting of your new friends, trusted circle, and family, it all makes preparing for your wedding photographs that much easier.

Are you still looking for a wedding photographer in Adelaide, or the Adelaide Hills? SvenStudios has a team that specialises in the craft of creating the most precious memories of your wedding day, with a wide variety of artistic services at your disposal. We would love to help you in preparing for your wedding photographs! We are just an email or phone call away!

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Saint Dimitrios Orthodox Church Baptism – Iliana’s Baptism

=The beautiful Saint Dimitrios Orthodox Church was the backdrop to baby Iliana’s baptism in mid September. This incredible church is lined wall to wall with ornate decorations detailing the stories of the bible and makes for an incredible backdrop for anything as a wedding venue to baptisms.

Being a part of little Iliana’s Saint Dimitrios Orthodox Church Baptism was an absolute honour to be a part of and was delightful to see such a large congregation come together for such a special ceremony.=

Iliana’s Saint Dimitrios Orthodox Church Baptism

Iliana’s whole family turned up to witness her christening and her transition into holy life, which was wonderful to see. Carried by her god mother and assisted thoughout the ceremony, little Iliana was quite brave throughout, with only a little cry as the priests immersed her into the holy water. Once she was out however, she was quite happy again!

I got to have a bit of a chat with the church hand who was setting up for  baby Ilania’s Saint Dimitiros Orthodox Church Baptism, and I was astounded to find out that the church was purpose built for things like baptisms, with a plumbed chalice for the holy immersion right at the center of the stage – meaning that the transport of that much water need not be a hassle! I just thought that was interesting.

Iliana before the ceremony
Iliana and Dad
Iliana greeting guests
Iliana’s Christening dress
Entering Saint Dimitrios Church
Approaching the front of the church
The priest
Iliana looking around
Saint Dimitrios Orthodox church baptism
Iliana getting changed
Guests looking on
Iliana being baptised
Iliana being placed into holy water
Saint Dimitios Orthodox Church Baptism
Upset bub
Upset baby during christening
Putting on crucifix
Surrounding baby Iliana
Church details
Baby iliana getting her dress put on
bressings from the priest
Greek Orthodox church
Baby iliana during her christening
Godmother and baptised little one
Saint Dimitrios Orthodox Church Baptism photo
Godmother with little one
Family together at front of church
Kisses from guests
Family together in front of church
Baby Iliana on church floor

After the ceremony, the whole family congregated at Svago on Unley road for a shared lunch and speeches thanking everyone involved. It was a wonderful day to be a part of and capture with my photography!