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Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club Wedding – Amy & Brendon

Bride and groom walking into their sunset

Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club Wedding – Amy & Brendon

After a few false starts due to the unfortunate effect that the COVID-19 pandemic had, Amy and Brendon finally held their Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club Wedding on an overcast day in early February.

I had been looking forward to being Amy and Brendon’s wedding photographer for quite a while, having learnt much more about this couple than many others due to them having me also produce their RSVP website, writing and reading about their relationship on there – although the wedding ended up being held at a different venue.

The day was filled with fun, lovely people to be around and they all certainly turned it up a notch later at night on the dance floor!

Preparation

My day began with Brendon and his groomsmen being prepared with his parents and their ‘best dog’ which diddnt seem too keen on me that morning! Wasnt too sure about the flashing camera.

The atmosphere was jovial, with brendon running about trying to be as helpful as he can be to everyone there – perhaps to try to cover any nerves he was feeling that morning? 🙂

Wedding rings on shoe black and white
Grooms jacket hanging on door
Groom in dark doorway
Wedding rings in box
Getting the best dog ready
Dad helping the groom
Groom getting ready in the front room
Groomsmen walking down street together
Groomsmen group shot

Amy and her bridal party was being prepared nearby at a bed and breakfast. It was a delightful house with a beautiful hall way that lead to a brightly lit master bed room where Amy got prepared.

The girls were all having a marvellous, laid back time sipping bubbly and enjoying each other’s company all morning, I’m not sure Amy ever stopped smiling!

engagement ring in rose
Wedding dress hanging in hallway
Bride walking to her wedding dress
Bridal party hugs
Bride and bridesmaids together on bed
Bride hanging wedding dress
Bridal shoes on display
Bride being helped get ready by bridal party
Buttoning up wedding dress back
Mum helping get ready
Bride holding her bouquet next to window
Bride standing at end of hallway
Bridal bouquet being held
Bridal veil in front of camera
Bride and bridal party on balcony
Bride reflection in mirror

Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club Wedding Ceremony

Amy and Brendon’s Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club wedding ceremony took place on the back directly in front of the club house. Unbeknownst to anyone prior to the day, it was a little unfortunate that the yacht club was holding a little regatta right next to where the ceremony had been set up! So hiding all the yacht trailers and people walking in the background of their photos was a bit of a challenge.

The weather was very calm, and cool due to the overcast sky which made for a perfect beach wedding ceremony. While a little bit of sunshine might have been pleasant; exposing photos on the white sand of the beach with a hot sun beating down, creating harsh shadows on faces isn’t easy – so the cloudy sky made for much nicer photo-taking conditions!

Amy and brendon’s ceremony was a lovely simple affair, with a fun little twist at the end where they randomly selected their witnesses to sign their marriage documents! This was a fun little nod to their personality, and also events leading up to their wedding day!

Amy and brendon had also asked me to live stream their wedding using my little livestream setup which worked very well for the guests who unfortunately could not attend due to COVID lockdowns.

Groom and best dog
bride arriving in car
Groom waiting on beach
Bride and Mum approaching ceremony
Grooms first look at wedding ceremony
Smiling groom on the beach
Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club wedding ceremony
Smiling bride on beach
Celebrant doing her thing
Holding hands during wedding ceremony on beach
wedding ceremony on beach
Best man and wedding rings
Exchanging wedding rings on the beach
First kiss Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club wedding
Bridal exit at Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club wedding

Glamour Photos

After a (rather too quick) family shoot session – we whisked away to the Pt Willunga Jetty for glamour photos. Amy and brendon decided to head down there to make use of the stunning demolished jetty on display there.

We also made use of the nearby Kingston House gardens and made sure to head out during their reception for what was left of the sunset.

Cheeky best dog
bride and groom on hill over ocean
Bridal aprty walking down to pt willunga jetty
Bridal party in front of pt willunga jetty
pt willunga jetty wedding photo
closeup of bridal bouquet i front of pt willunga jetty
flying wedding veil in front of pt willunga jetty
Bridal couple in front of pt willunga jetty
Bridal couple in pt willunga caves
Groom lifting up his bride on beach
Bridal party in front of pt willunga jetty piers
bridal couple reflections
Bride and groom under a tree with sun
Bride and groom under a tree at Kingston House
Bride and groom under tree at Kingston House 2
Bride and groom walking into their sunset
Bride and groom embrace under sunset
Groom lifting up bride under sunset
Sunset wedding photo

Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club Wedding Reception

Amy and Brendon’s Brighton and Seacliff Yacht Club wedding reception took place in the club house upstairs, overlooking the stunning beach below where they held their ceremony.

They had my photobooth set up in the corner, complete with a custom made photobooth book I had made for them, but all focus was definately on the dance floor, which was full all night starting from the end of Amy adn brendon’s first dance!

bridal entrance at Yacht club
Wedding cake at brighton and seacliff yacht club wedding
Cutting the Wedding cake at brighton and seacliff yacht club wedding
Deck of brighton and seacliff yacht club
First dance at brighton and seacliff yacht club
Brighton and seacliff yacht club first dance
Dancing guests at wedding
Kiss amongst dancing guests
Dancing bride with guests 2
Groom making a striking figure
Guests enjoying themselves on the dance floor
Dancing bride at her wedding reception
Dancing bride and groom
Guests pointing at the camera

I’d like to thank Amy and Brendon for having me as their wedding photographer and I apologise for continually mispronouncing Brendon’s name as Brandon! The bridal party all made fun of me for it 😛 I hope you enjoy your photos as much as I enjoyed taking them!

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Introducing instant wedding photography – SvenStudios

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Introducing instant wedding photography

These past few months, as many in the wedding industry can attest – has been absolutely hectic – with the COVID-19 pandemic putting a halt to most weddings during much of 2020, only to have them all postpone to around about NOW. I myself had to postpone 18 weddings last year only to have them all re-book to late 2020 to early 2021.

As a result, wedding suppliers such as myself have found myself a little behind on work and having to issue apologies to their bridal couples for being a little behind… I usually say up to 2 months in order to recieve your wedding photos, but lately it’s streched to almost 3 months – Sorry about that! I’m working flat out to make up for the lost time.

To combat this problem in the future, I’ve thought long and hard about how to provide instant wedding photography… and the answer was staring myself in the face the whole time! I’ve been providing instant wedding photography for years in the form of my photobooth! So I figured I could simply strap my photobooth to my back and run around all day printing photos!

This is of course so much better than going out and buying a instamatic or polaroid camera as the image quaility of those things are horrendous.

instant wedding photography box
instant wedding photography box 2

I needed to modify my new instant wedding photography design to that it was more portable. I needed to add a portable power source in order for it to operate while out and about – which only added another 20kg so naturally with my godlike physique this was nothing to the 20kg in camera gear I was already carrying around with me on a wedding day.

The way I’ve designed this unique solution to the plague of waiting for wedding photographs to be produced is such that it will algorithmically select images worth keeping – selecting the in focus, and visually pleasing images and automatically print them into a neat little folder which I will then hand over to my bridal couple at the end of their day. My design can print images up to A2 in size, so the very next day you could have beautiful wall art plastered all over your house’s walls!

Instant wedding photography in action

The insides of the box that I will be carrying about on my back contains an A2 printer, storage space for the prints it produces and a computer in order to store, select and lightly edit the photographs I am taking during your day. This is not a stop-gap solution – I pride myself in the quality of work I produce for my wedding couples and the standard of work my instant wedding photography solution provides will be sure to impress!

Despite me having to visit the chiropractor after every wedding I shoot..

I’ll be rolling this service out at every wedding I shoot this morning, April 1st so look out for a phtoographer with what looks to be a fridge strapped to his back!

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Tips for Capturing Your Newborn’s First Moments Photography

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Capturing Your Newborn’s First Moments Photography Session

For parents, having a baby is exciting. The moment you welcome your child into the world, you’re going to do whatever it takes to make them experience only the good things that life has to offer. You will want to take care of them forever and ensure they grow up in a safe and loving environment.

A newborn baby is fragile, precious, and hard to take your eyes off of—but time goes by fast for them. Before you know it, your newborn has turned a year older. As great an achievement as that might be, it can seem like a sad and fleeting moment for you, which is why you’ll want to keep that memory of your newborn for just a little longer. If you want to capture your newborn’s first moments perfectly, you should consider hiring a professional newborn photographer to do so.

A photographer who’s willing to document your newborn baby’s first moments requires dedication, patience, and passion for babies. Keep reading below to find out the essential tips you need to remember with newborn photography.

Baby in Basket

Tips for Capturing Your Newborn’s First Moments

Follow the Photographer’s Instructions

If you want the photoshoot to be successful, it’s crucial to follow all the instructions of your photographer. It’s not just about getting the perfect poses from your baby, but it’s also about making sure they’re comfortable and free from any pressure – also for safety reasons. You should already expect your newborn to cry, or not exactly be helpful while taking shots — but for things to continue as planned, it would help if you listened to what the photographer says.

Depending on your agreement and the style of shoot you’re aiming for, the shoot can be done in a studio, in your home or on locations like a park. Whichever you prefer, you can still expect to receive excellent results given that you listen to them; after all, newborn photographers have the skills and experience to produce beautiful photos.

Baby in a basket on wooden floor

Know Your Baby’s Sleeping Schedule

Newborn babies tend to sleep a lot, and more often than not, they won’t have a fixed sleeping schedule. Despite that, it’s vital to keep track of the time they’re awake for several hours and when they’re checked out for the rest of the day.

Before the shoot, it would help if you booked a session when you know your newborn will be sleepy for at least two hours, which can give the photographer enough time to take the photos. having your little one asleep actually helps set up a cute shot without too much fuss.

On the other hand, if you want photos of your newborn’s beautiful eyes, make sure you have plenty of distractions and ample food for when they inevitably become cranky! That’s because a newborn baby typically isn’t too big of a fan of being away from their Mummy or daddy for too long, and being on a posing beanbag for too long is a new experience they may not find comfortable.

Baby in Basket

Learn to Read Your Newborn’s Body Language

After two weeks, newborn babies tend to become uncomfortable due to the different experiences they start to feel in their bodies. That’s why if you’re hiring a newborn photographer, it’s essential to figure out your baby’s body language!

While each baby offers a unique personality, there are still techniques known to work on almost all babies to get them to calm down and keep them from crying. Take note that newborns shouldn’t be forced to pose right away. Instead, make it your mission to keep them comfortable during the entire photoshoot—the poses will then come naturally!

You also have to be prepared for the worst, including the relentless crying of newborns. In fact, bawling babies can be part of the art of newborn photography, especially if captured well. But if you prefer favourable outcomes, you have to do everything it takes to prevent them from becoming upset.

Baby looking over shoulder 2

Capturing your baby’s first few weeks with the help of a newborn photographer is a one-of-a-kind experience because you get to witness your baby in a different setting and you’ll have memories in photographic form for ever more. As long as you make sure to follow what the photographer says, be familiar with your newborn’s schedule, and learn how to read their body language, you can expect the first moments photography of your newborn’s first moments to become a success!

Are you looking for a reliable newborn photographer in Adelaide to capture your baby’s first moments? Sven Studios is committed to documenting your precious memories, whether it’s photographing your newborn, shooting your family portrait, or encapsulating your wedding day. Get in touch with us today to book an appointment!

 

 

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Serafino Wines Wedding – Claire & Arron

Serafino wines wedding dancefloor

Serafino Wines Wedding – Claire & Arron

It was a delightfully sunny day in early January for Claire and Arron’s Serafino Wines wedding in Mclaren Vale! It was great to see Claire and Arron again after having shot their incredible engagement shoot on a private farm near Mt Compass.

Their day was laid back, relaxed but still full of fun, joy and a tonne of little surpises that just made their whole day great!

 

Preparation

I started the day as I usually do with the groom and his groomsmen getting ready at their house in Seaford Heights. The atmosphere was jovial with the boys all having a bit of fun while getting prepared.

Arron’s parents were on hand to help out with tieing ties and putting on cufflinks which is always nice to have for photos!

Wedding rings on table top
Wedding bands on grooms shoes
Grooms cufflinks
Groom putting on tie in front of window
Grooms dad helping out
Mum helping out with groomsmen ties
close up of cufflinks on shirt
best man helping groom get ready
groomsmen huddle on road
Groom looking swish
Groom walking out front door

Claire and her bridemaids were being prepared together in one of the Serafino winery’s rooms as part of their accomodation offering. It’s a super convenient perk to be able to be prepared on site of your wedding venue as it cuts down on travel time and any chance of being late!

The atmosphere with the girls was equally as laid back as the boys, but if I were to choose who was showing more nerves, it would have to have been Arron! He was seento have been pacing a little bit checking his watch at the altar before the ceremony began. 🙂

engagement ring perched amongst the flowers
Wedding dress hanging in werafino wines window
Engagement ring in box
Happy Brides mum
Bridal party in gowns
Reaching for the wedding dress
Pretty bride holding bouquet
Bridesmaids helping put on wedding dress next to window
Bridesmaids helping put on wedding dress
Nervously clutching fingers
bride looking out window as she gets ready
Bridesmaid helping with lacing up wedding dress
Dad’s first look of his daughter
Bride ready to goto her ceremony
Bride through the window

Serafino Wines Wedding Ceremony

Claire and Arron’s Serafino Wines wedding ceremony took place were it usually does at Serafino winery – under a big gum tree backdropped by a delightful lake. The area boasts a huge manicured grassy area suited for any size of congregation.

Their ceremony was presided over by a priest, but much of the time was taken up by readings and speeches written by guests who could not attend due to COVID restrictions, but instead read out by a member of the bridal party – which was a nice touch. We were also blessed to have a nice little reading from Claire’s Mum after the first kiss.

What I thought was really cool though was the fact that Claire being a music teacher – her students were invited to come out and provide the background music for her bridal approach and exit, which was really awesome! And what was even more awesome was Claire’s choice of song! Disney’s Tangled theme song ‘I see the Light‘.

Holding up the wedding sign
Groom waiting patiently for his bride
bride being walked to ceremony by her father
Grooms first look of bride through fathers brim
Smiling groom during wedding ceremony
Serafino wines wedding ceremony
Speech during wedding ceremony by bridesmaid
Serafino wines wedding tree
Serafino wines wedding ceremony from side
Smiling bride looking at her groom
Exchanging wedding rings at Serafino wines wedding
Under the arbour at Serafino Wines
Priest blessing the couple during their wedding ceremony
First kiss at serafino wines wedding ceremony
Head butt
Mum giving speech
Hugs as the bridal couple exits
Serafino wines wedding exit

Glamour Photos

Hosting a Serafino wines wedding ceremony means that you can make the most of what Mclaren vale has to offer in regards to vineyards, Australian bush land and histroic buildings. As a Mclaren Vale wedding venue, Serafino has it all.

After the usual family photos, Claire Arron and I went for a bit of a walk around the lake with their bridal party for some group shots, before heading out by ourselves for some more intimate scenes amongst the vineyards.

As the weather was very sunny, I attempted to keep Claire and Arron away from the direct sunlight as much as possible in order to produce some lovely photography without too much int he way of overblown highlights and harsh shadows.

before heading back into the main reception hall to be announced as bride and groom, we were lucky enough to be able to use the old Serafino wines cellar door which is always packed with a pleasing amount of wine barrels that makes for a lovely backdrop!

Bride and groom surrounded by the veil
bride and groom under the veil
Sweeping veil in the wind
bridal couple kiss under gum tree
Bridal couple portrait
Bridal couple amongst the trees at Serafino WInes
Bridal couple amongst the trees at Serafino Wines wedding
Bridal party on the log
Hiding groom in trees
Surprising the bride
bride and groom amongst the Serafino wines vineyard
bride and groom amongst the sunny Serafino wines vineyard
hugs in the serafino wines vineyard
Serafino wines wedding photo
Serafino wines wedding photo in barrel room
Serafino wines wedding photo in barrel room 2

Serafino WInes Wedding Reception

Claire and Arron’s Serafino wines wedding reception was a blast to be a part of! Along with having my photobooth running all night, they also had a wonderful acoustic guitar band who also acted as their DJs.

The speeches that were said were very entertaining, with each one being quite fun – in particular one by one of Claire’s bridesmaids that was set to music and party sung! Check out the end of their wedding highlight video above for that!

Claire and Arron also played a pretty unique wedding game, which was a bit of a different take on the shoe game, but in this case it was the guests who were answering the questions about the bride and groom’s relationship. For example the bridesmaid would ask the guests a question such as ‘Who said I love you first?’ and the guests would hold up a stick for either the bride or groom corresponding who they thought was the correct answer. Was a bit of fun!

Wedding cake on barrel
Bride and groom entrance at Serafino wines wedding
Cutting the cake
Serafino wines wedding party table
Speech
bridal couple speech
Wedding game
First dance at serafino wines wedding
Photobooth prints
Guests leaning on the bar
Dancing guests at Serafino wines
Bride and groom dancing amongst guests
Serafino wines wedding dancefloor
kiss
dancing bride
dancing bride with guests
Bridal exit under archway

Thanks so much to Claire and Arron for having me shoot your wedding photography! I had a blast and hopefully you love your photos as much as I enjoyed being a part of your big day!

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What You Need to Know About Bridal Portraits

Bridal Portraits

Aside from preparing for the big day itself, it’s natural for you to sort out even the smallest details for your wedding photography. After all, the resulting photos will be your reminder of that beautiful day that you finally said, ‘I do.’

On that note, you should know that aside from your themed attires, you can also put on your wedding dress for photo sessions that are specifically called a bridal portrait, this session focuses solely on you in your white gown.

This is usually held before your wedding day – but can also be after. Bridal Portraits allows you take photos in your dream dress in a perfectly controlled environment—something that can be hard to do during the big day. It’s also used as a dry-run for the ceremony. It can be used as an opportunity to run through the big day, identify potential issues, and give you a feeling of reassurance as you approach the date.

Bride standing in window at Al-Ru farm

What You Need to Know About Bridal Portraits

To help you prepare for your bridal portraits further, here are some points worth keeping in mind:

Reasons to Take Bridal Portraits

Some believe that bridal portraits are simply add-ons that can be omitted. In reality, having this photography session can benefit you and your wedding preparations in many ways.

Here are just two of the many reasons why having bridal portraits is worth your time and effort:

  • They are your reliable backups in case your wedding-day bridal portraits don’t turn out the way you want them to. Sometimes, even the most well-planned weddings can get out of hand; as a result, relying on your same-day photos may only stress you out.
  • Having a separate bridal portrait gives you a chance to get creative and execute your ideas. Unfortunately, wedding-day bridal portrait sessions do not give you the same flexibility as often the space you get ready in isn’t exactly ‘magazine ready’
Bride looking out window at Thorngrove Manor

Identifying the Best Place to Take Bridal Portraits

One of the biggest advantages of having a separate bridal portrait session is that you have the liberty to choose your location. Whether you want to have them at a beautiful spot, at a place that reflects your personality, or at the venue itself, all you have to do is coordinate with your wedding photographer.

In the end, know that the choice is up to you! Follow your heart and what you truly want—after all, this opportunity will only come once in your life!

Wedding dress hung in window

Identifying the Best Time to Take Bridal Portraits

You must also consider when to hold the bridal portrait session to achieve the visuals and feel that you want.

If you’re looking to capture that golden-hour light in your photos, scheduling your photoshoot early in the morning or late afternoon will be the best strategy. With that said, you should also remember that sunrise and sunset have distinct characteristics.

To achieve soft light, you’ll want to go with an early morning shoot; for a deeper and richer colour, having your shoot done just before sunset would be the best

Finally, it’s a smart idea to schedule your photo session one to two months before the wedding. By this time, you may already have your wedding-day accessories, and your hair and makeup trials may also be underway. Coordinating your schedule to put these activities together will allow you to get more things done while saving time, and money!

Bride holding bouquet in window

Your wedding day is going to be one of the busiest days of your life. Considering this, relying on same-day bridal portraits alone may leave you with photos arent exactly what you had in your mind’s eye. It is for this reason that bridal portrait sessions can be worth having. These sessions give you a chance to execute your photoshoot ideas and take great photos without the hustle and bustle of your big day. Ultimately, it lets you capture amazing images that you will surely treasure forever.

Looking for skilled wedding photographers for your bridal portrait? We’ve got you covered! At SvenStudios, we believe that you deserve quality professional photographs to document your big day. On that note, we’d love to hear more about your photography needs—get in touch with us today for a quick chat!