When Jamie and Connor chose to say “I do” at The Manor in Basket Range, they didn’t just pick a venue – they picked a slice of magic. Nestled in the picturesque hills of Adelaide, The Manor is known for its stunning gardens, rustic charm, and unique character. The day they selected for their wedding happened to be one of the sunniest, brightest days in living memory, which added an extra layer of beauty to their already breathtaking celebration.

Though bright sunlight can pose a challenge for photographers, this couple was up for anything. Their energy was contagious, and the whole day radiated with excitement and love. From their first look to the final toast, every moment at Jamie and Connor’s wedding was one for the books.

Pre-Ceremony Photoshoot

As any seasoned wedding photographer will tell you, taking photos in full midday sunlight isn’t always the easiest. The harsh midday sun can cause shadows, squinting, and hot spots that aren’t ideal for those timeless wedding photos. But, somehow, Jamie and Connor made it work – and in the best way possible!

As we wandered around The Manor’s gardens, it felt like we were in our own little world. The shade from the trees provided us with moments of relief from the direct sun, allowing us to take full advantage of every magical corner of the venue. We made sure to stop and take advantage of the lush surroundings, from the vibrant flowers blooming in the garden to the perfectly manicured lawns that framed the chapel in the distance.

We made sure to make the most of the small garden behind the chapel. Here, the sun’s angle was just right, making it the ideal spot for a few tender moments captured between Jamie and Connor. We couldn’t resist taking a stroll over to the orchard across the road, where the trees added an air of serenity to the photos. With each step, the couple’s love story unfolded beautifully in front of the lens, and the anticipation for the ceremony grew.

Silver rings on rustic wood amid lush green leaves in a serene, romantic setting.

Silver rings symbolize unity and new beginnings on rustic wood, embraced by lush grapevine leaves in a serene, romantic setting.

Man adjusting tie near window, formal attire, focused, light streaming, contemplative preparation.

A man adjusts his tie near a window, absorbed in thought, as soft light creates a serene, introspective atmosphere.

Elegant bride in lace gown smiling near mirror, showcasing modern bridal fashion.

Bride in elegant lace gown smiles joyfully near a mirror, capturing modern elegance with floral details and a personalized touch.

Bride and groom share a joyful first look in elegant wedding attire.

A bride and groom share a joyful first glance, showcasing matching floral and pink accents, surrounded by warm, intimate lighting.

Smiling woman in white dress with floral lace at joyful wedding celebration.

A joyful bride in a white lace dress smiles warmly, adorned with floral accessories, during a tender wedding moment with her partner.

Bride embraces father amidst outdoor wedding setting with vibrant bouquet and greenery.

Bride and father share a warm embrace in a beautiful outdoor wedding setting with a colorful bouquet.

Father kissing brides forehead in garden, conveying love and intimacy.

A father tenderly kisses his daughters forehead in a garden, capturing a heartfelt moment of love and connection during her special day.

Two men preparing for a formal event indoors with floral attire and attention to detail.

A young man receives help with his boutonnière from an older man as they prepare for a formal occasion, both wearing coordinated floral attire.

Bride in lace dress with bouquet during spring outdoor wedding scene.

Bride in lace dress shares tender moment with groom amidst vibrant spring backdrop.

Bride laughing, groom calm, spring setting, wedding attire, flowers, joyful outdoor scene.

Joyful bride laughs beside calm groom in a picturesque spring wedding scene.

Romantic floral arrangement featuring red rose with diamond ring, pink rose, and eucalyptus.

Elegant floral display with a red rose cradling a diamond ring, surrounded by pink roses, carnations, and eucalyptus, symbolizing romance and celebration.

Basket Range Wedding at the Manor - Jamie & Connor

A couple embraces in a verdant garden, dressed for a wedding, surrounded by sunlight and foliage near a charming stone cottage.

Couple embracing in lush garden with sunlit greenery, floral dress, and fairy-tale stone structure.

A couple shares a joyful embrace in a sunlit, lush garden with ivy-covered walls and a rustic stone structure, surrounded by vibrant greenery.

Romantic forest wedding with couple embracing amid lush greenery and a classic statue.

A couple shares a romantic embrace in a lush woodland, framed by verdant foliage and a classic statue.

Bride and groom in a serene wooded setting during their wedding day.

A couple shares a joyful, intimate moment on a sunlit bench in a romantic forest setting, celebrating their love on their wedding day.

Outdoor wedding scene with couple under pergola, bride in lace gown, groom in beige vest.

A couple shares a tender moment under a foliage-adorned pergola in a picturesque outdoor wedding setting.

Joyful wedding party in garden, bride in white, bridesmaids in pink, groomsmen in beige.

A joyful wedding party strolls along a lush garden path, with the bride in a stunning white gown, surrounded by bridesmaids in pink and groomsmen in beige.

A couple walks joyfully on a scenic, tree-lined road, bride in a vintage gown.

A joyful couple strolls hand in hand down a scenic, sunlit road, the bride in a vintage gown and the groom in relaxed attire, amidst lush greenery.

Romantic couple in blooming orchard, sharing an intimate moment under flower-laden branches.

A couple shares a tender embrace under a blossom-filled archway in a sunlit orchard, capturing a moment of pure love and serenity.

Romantic couple in garden, intimate moment with floral theme, spring setting.

A couple shares a loving moment surrounded by blooms in a sunlit garden, embodying elegance and romance with matching floral accents.

Wedding party in front of a historic castle with joyful bridal celebration.

A joyful bridal party celebrates in front of a medieval castle, blending elegance with a vibrant, rustic charm on a sunny day.

Romantic couple kissing in medieval-style castle window surrounded by nature.

A timeless kiss shared in a castle window, blending romance with historic architecture and natures beauty.

Bride and groom laughing with pink-haired friend at outdoor wedding celebration.

Joyful bride and groom share a laugh with a playful friend at an outdoor wedding celebration.

Wedding couple and dogs in lush outdoor celebration with greenery and formal attire.

A joyful wedding celebration with a smiling couple and their dressed-up dogs in a lush, green outdoor setting.

Basket Range Wedding Ceremony at the Manor

The ceremony itself was an absolute dream. The little chapel at The Manor provides the most charming backdrop for exchanging vows, and the couple couldn’t have asked for a more beautiful setting. Despite the challenges that come with bright sunlight, this stunning location never fails to deliver its best side. The bridal party took their places on the steps, and I positioned myself to capture every emotion as it unfolded – the joy, the anticipation, the love.

While the bright sun made it tricky to get the perfect shots of the entire bridal party, there was no shortage of moments to capture. The ceremony was filled with heartfelt speeches, shared laughter, and a few happy tears.

The heartfelt ceremony wrapped up with their first kiss as newlyweds and also a rather unique signing of their marriage certificate involving their dogs and ink on their paws! Was one of the best things I’ve ever seen!

Bride walks with father down garden path at outdoor wedding.

Bride and father walk down a sunlit garden path at an elegant outdoor wedding.

Rustic outdoor wedding scene with bride, groom, floral arrangements, and stone building.

Charming rustic wedding scene with bride and groom in floral attire, standing by a stone building adorned with vibrant flowers.

Outdoor rustic wedding with stone chapel, floral arch, joyful couple, and vibrant wedding party.

Idyllic outdoor wedding at a stone chapel with a joyful couple, vibrant wedding party, and floral arch, set amid lush greenery.

Man gives speech at outdoor event in lush garden wearing formal suit and boutonniere.

Man in formal suit delivers speech amidst lush greenery at an elegant outdoor event.

Cheerful outdoor wedding speech under sunny sky with floral decor and lively guests.

Sunlit wedding joy: a heartfelt speech and laughter amidst floral décor.

Women in elegant dresses give wedding speeches in a beautiful garden setting.

Elegant women in pastel dresses deliver heartfelt wedding speeches in a serene, sunlit garden setting.

Outdoor wedding ceremony with floral decor and stone structure; couple exchanging vows.

Intimate outdoor wedding with couple exchanging vows in front of a floral-adorned stone structure, accompanied by an officiant and a pet dog.

Person in pink suit and hair speaking outdoors with microphone in garden setting.

Person in vibrant pink suit and hair delivers a speech outdoors, exuding confidence and elegance in a lush garden setting.

Bride and groom kiss outside stone chapel with floral arrangements and bridesmaids.

Bride and groom kiss at stone chapel entrance surrounded by vibrant floral decor, bridesmaids in pink, family smiles, and a dog enhances the wedding scene.

Dog receiving attention during outdoor ceremony, people in formal attire, leash visible.

A dog shares a special moment with guests during an outdoor ceremony, as a woman in a green dress reaches for its paw.

Person signing a family certificate with a gold pen, featuring paw prints.

Signing a family certificate with a gold pen, highlighting pet inclusion with whimsical paw prints.

Outdoor wedding with happy bride, groom, and guests, surrounded by lush greenery and petals.

Bride and groom walk joyfully down a petal-strewn path, surrounded by cheering guests and lush greenery, under a bright, sunny sky.

Joyful outdoor wedding celebration with laughing guests, sparkling wine, lush garden backdrop.

A joyful couple shares laughter and champagne at an elegant garden wedding surrounded by vibrant guests and lush greenery.

Lunch time Reception

After the ceremony, everyone moved to the lower area of The Manor for a lovely lunch reception. While everyone was mingling, eating, and celebrating, I saw the opportunity to steal Jamie and Connor away once more for a few post-ceremony photos. The earlier part of the day had been sunny and bright, but now, as the afternoon began to settle in, the lighting became absolutely perfect for a few final shots.

We made our way back to the gardens, this time with the sun lower in the sky, casting a soft, warm light that made for stunning photos. It was the kind of light that made everything glow. Jamie and Connor, who had been so easygoing and fun throughout the entire day, were now more relaxed than ever, and their joy radiated in every shot.

Of course, we couldn’t resist a few playful shots with the bridal party, who had gathered for a celebratory group photo in front of the castle keep. Everyone was so excited, and there was a carefree energy in the air. It was the perfect way to wrap up the day’s photoshoot, capturing the joy and exuberance that Jamie and Connor’s wedding exuded.

Four women enjoy wine and conversation at an outdoor wedding reception.

A lively group enjoys wine and conversation at an outdoor wedding, surrounded by vibrant attire and lush greenery.

Bride in denim jacket with floral crown and lace dress in outdoor wedding setting.

Bride in denim jacket adorned with BRIDE and floral crown shares joyful moment with friend in picturesque outdoor wedding setting.

Rustic dining with gnocchi, tomato sauce, basil, wine, wooden cutlery, and eco-friendly setup.

Savor a rustic dining experience with gnocchi in tomato sauce, paired with wine and appetizers, set in eco-friendly containers for a communal feast.

Lush forest garden with couple celebrating a special occasion near rustic chapel.

A joyful couple shares a special moment in a lush garden near a charming rustic chapel.

Bride and groom sharing a joyful kiss in a forest wedding setting.

A couple shares a joyful kiss in a magical forest wedding setting, surrounded by lush greenery and a fairytale chapel.

Romantic couple in nature with bride in lace dress, groom in floral vest.

A joyful couple shares a romantic moment in lush greenery, with the bride in a lace dress and the groom in a floral shirt, surrounded by sunlight.

Festive celebration with dancing, heart-shaped sunglasses, and rustic ambiance at a joyful party.

A lively celebration captures two guests in heart-shaped sunglasses joyfully dancing amidst a rustic, semi-formal gathering.

Joyful wedding celebration in front of a historic castle with happy couple and guests.

Joyful wedding celebration with radiant couple and guests in front of a majestic, vine-covered castle under a clear blue sky.

Bride and groom walking joyfully in front of a medieval stone castle.

Fairytale wedding: A happy couple strolls hand in hand in front of a stunning stone castle surrounded by lush greenery.

Newlywed couple smiling on a sunny wedding day, dressed elegantly with rustic surroundings.

Newlyweds embrace in a sunlit garden, the bride in a lace gown with a colorful bouquet, and the groom in a beige suit, sharing a joyful moment.

Jamie and Connor’s Basket Range wedding at The Manor was one for the books. From the stunning gardens to the emotional ceremony and the heartfelt moments captured in photos, every part of their day was a testament to the love they share. The sunny weather, while a challenge at times, only added to the brilliance of their day, and we made the most of every opportunity to capture the magic.

Looking back at the photos and video, it’s easy to see how perfect the day truly was. I feel so lucky to have been a part of it, and I know Jamie and Connor will cherish these memories for years to come. If you’re planning your own wedding at The Manor in Basket Range, be ready for a day full of beauty, love, and light – and make sure to have a photographer who can capture it all!