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Tag Archive for: Darwin photography

Darwin’s Dudley Point Wedding – Melanie & Kerry

July 29, 2022/in Wedding preview, Wedding
  • Melanie & Kerry

    Darwin’s Dudley Point Wedding

    Darwin East Point Pride Rock wedding photo

It was so good to be up in Darwin again for a wedding, and I was super excited for Melanie and Kerry’s as it was the first time as a frequent Darwin wedding photographer to be in the Top End for Territory day!

I had heard stories of the fireworks and how crazy the streets of Darwin gets, but I finally was going to be in town to see it! Even better they head out to East Point for a spot of private fireworks the night before – awesome!

Melanie and Kerry’s big day’s weather turned out brilliantly – if not a bit chilly for Darwin, and it was an awesome day to be a part of!

Preparation

Melanie and Kerry had a pretty nifty set up for their preparation, having two separate properties connected via a shared backyard, where Kerry and his groomsmen got ready in one house, while Melanie and her bridal party got ready in the other!

I spent the time I was with them walking inbetween houses as things were happening and using the nifty surrounds which included pools, lush green trees and triple tiered interior of one of the houses!

The whole aesthetic of Melanie and Kerry’s day was very beachy, laid back and fun. The boys were dressed in Hawaiian shirts, while the girls were dressed in nice, short dresses with a blue theme for the beach.

Wedding rings in shell
Wedding rings in shell
Groomsman talking to groom
Groomsman talking to groom
Blue engagement ring on yellow flowers
Blue engagement ring on yellow flowers
Bridal jewellery on rock
Bridal jewellery on rock
Wedding dress hanging in tree in Darwin
Wedding dress hanging in tree in Darwin
Flower girl watching bride get ready on balcony
Flower girl watching bride get ready on balcony
Groomsman with socks on head
Groomsman with socks on head
Groom and grooms men in middle of pool
Groom and grooms men in middle of pool
Groom standing in middle of pool
Groom standing in middle of pool
Bride having her hair done
Bride having her hair done
Flower girl makeup
Flower girl makeup
Flower girl admriing herself in mirror
Flower girl admriing herself in mirror
Bride decending down stairs
Bride decending down stairs
Bridesmaids in blue helping bride
Bridesmaids in blue helping bride
Naked cat
Naked cat
bride putting on ear rings nearby window
bride putting on ear rings nearby window
Bride walking down stairs
Bride walking down stairs
bridal party on stairs
bridal party on stairs
Bridal party next to pool
Bridal party next to pool

Dudley Point Wedding Ceremony

The East Point Reserve, just north of the Darwin city center was where Melanie and Kerry chose top hold their wedding. It would have to be one of my favourite spots in Darwin to take photos, so that was great!

Their Dudley Point wedding ceremony took place in the corner of the picnic area, with a view of the nearby cliffs. There was enough room for a large number of their guests, while also being intimate due to the fact the ceremony took place on top of the cliffs.

The ceremony itself was a lovely, simple affair with stories of how the two met, their vows were personally written and heartfelt – and everyone was all smiles at the end walking through bubbles!

Tesla Arriving at Dudley Point Wedding
Tesla Arriving at Dudley Point Wedding
Bride exiting Tesla
Bride exiting Tesla
Posing in front of Tesla wedding car
Posing in front of Tesla wedding car
Relaxed groom
Relaxed groom
Bride arriving at Dudley Point Wedding Ceremony
Bride arriving at Dudley Point Wedding Ceremony
Grooms first look of bride at Dudley Point wedding ceremony
Grooms first look of bride at Dudley Point wedding ceremony
Bride and groom talking at Dudley Point wedding ceremony
Bride andgroom talking at Dudley Point wedding ceremony
Dudley Point wedding Ceremony
Dudley Point wedding Ceremony
Darwin's Dudley Point wedding Ceremony
Darwin’s Dudley Point wedding Ceremony
Bride smiling at her groom during ceremony at Dudley Point
Bride smiling at her groom during ceremony at Dudley Point
Bridal vows
Bridal vows
Bride and groom framed by square arbour
Bride and groom framed by square arbour
First kiss at Dudley Point wedding ceremony
First kiss at Dudley Point wedding ceremony
Bride and groom exit from their Dudley Point wedding ceremony
Bride and groom exit from their Dudley Point wedding ceremony

Glamour Photos

Time was running short once we had sorted all the group photos, and I had managed to corral all members of the bridal party for a short walk along the cliff top to what I affectionately call ‘pride rock’ as it looks like the bride and groom are perched upon a thin sliver of sliff top, when it’s quite a wide chunk of rock – and it kind of looks like Pride Rock from the Lion King.

I wanted to head here first as I feared being the 2nd of July – it would be a super busy day in Darwin for weddings, and I presumed we would have to beat many other couples off this spot with a stick. Surprisingly no other weddings showed up! So we actually had the run of the place before driving out towards the Fannie Bay Foreshore for the sunset on the beach.

I also stuck in a firework photo I took the night before because I thought it was cool 🙂

Bride and groom out on clifftop
Bride and groom out on clifftop
bride and groom nearby the tree on Pride Rock
bride and groom nearby the tree on Pride Rock
Bride and groom with ocean in background
Bride and groom with ocean in background
Bride and groom admiring sunset
Bride and groom admiring sunset
Darwin East Point Pride Rock wedding photo
Darwin East Point Pride Rock wedding photo
bridal party at East Point
bridal party at East Point
Wedding socks
Wedding socks
bride and groom with sunset in background
bride and groom with sunset in background
Groom elading bride through the undergrowth
Groom elading bride through the undergrowth
Bride and groom share embrace surrounded by foliage
Bride and groom share embrace surrounded by foliage
bride leads groom along beachfront
bride leads groom along beachfront
Bridal portrait of bride and groom
Bridal portrait of bride and groom
Bride and groom walking along Darwin beach
Bride and groom walking along Darwin beach
Bridal party with Darwin's cliffs as a backdrop
Bridal party with Darwin’s cliffs as a backdrop
Darwin's Cracker night couples photo
Darwin’s Cracker night couples photo

Darwin Wedding Reception

After their Dudley Point wedding ceremony and their glamour photos, Melanie and Kerry held their reception at turned out to be a huge shed that they had spent untold hours setting up for their party!

Thousands of fairy lights adorned the ceiling over their huge u-shaped table seating all their guests – it actaully made for a pretty neat group photo spot!

The night was full of fun, speeches, great food and was great to be a part of!

Darwin reception setup in shed
Darwin reception setup in shed
wedding memorial table
wedding memorial table
group shot of all wedding guests
group shot of all wedding guests
Grooms speech in front of white backdrop
Grooms speech in front of white backdrop
Another angle of Darwin wedding reception
Another angle of Darwin wedding reception
Bride's speech
Bride’s speech
Triple wedding cake
Triple wedding cake
Cutting their wedding cake
Cutting their wedding cake
Bridal couple dancing
Bridal couple dancing
Groom having some fun
Groom having some fun
Bouquet toss result
Bouquet toss result

Thanks so much to Melanie and Kerry for having me at your Dudley Point wedding!

Wharf One Wedding – Darwin – Amanda & Brian

August 28, 2019/in Wedding preview, Wedding
  • Amanda & Brian

    Warf One Wedding

    Out on pride rock

Amanda and Brian’s wedding was held right on the foreshore of Darwin under the verandah of the Wharf One restaurant with the picturesque backdrop of Darwin’s Kitchener Bay. The day’s weather was absolutely magnificent, as can be expected from Darwin at this time of year! I love heading up to the Northern Territory for this exact reason! Amanda and Brian had quite a few of their family and friends travel up to Darwin for their wedding day which included two separate tea ceremonies and a lovely laid back ceremony and reception at Wharf One.

Morning Tea Ceremonies

Amanda and Brian hosted two separate traditional tea ceremonies for their two travelling families. The first in a rather nice, large bed and breakfast propertry overlooking the Darwin shoreline. It’s also where Amanda and her bridal party had their makeup and hair done before greeting Brian who arrived brandishing flowers.

I rather like the idea of giving thanks to family members and seeking approval of the wedding through the exchanging of tea in the morning before wedding ceremonies as it brings together and includes family members who would otherwise not have as much to do on a wedding day. It formalises the idea of the coming together of two separate families in a lovely traditional way.

Makeup
Makeup
Makeup
Makeup
Family on couch
Family on couch
Engagement ring
Engagement ring
Tea set
Tea set
Wedding rings
Wedding rings
Wedding dress
Wedding dress
Wedding dress
Wedding dress
Grooms arrival
Grooms arrival
Smiling bride
Smiling bride
Hugs
Hugs
Tea ceramony
Tea ceramony
Tea ceramony
Tea ceramony
Jewellery gift
Jewellery gift
Little girl
Little girl
Smiling guests
Smiling guests
Entrance
Entrance
Mobile photos
Mobile photos
Drinking tea
Drinking tea
Drinking tea
Drinking tea
Offering tea
Offering tea
Tea cup
Tea cup
Tea ceremony
Tea ceremony
Tea ceremony
Tea ceremony

Preparation Photos

As is often the case after hosting a tea ceremony on a wedding day, it’s not uncommon for the bridal party to change clothing into their wedding ceremony attire. After heading back from the Darwin city center and back to the bed and breakfast for lunch, Amanda changed out of her red dress into her white bridal gown, while Brian suited up. They managed to hide the dress entirely from Brian despite being prepared at the same location by hiding it in an upstairs bedroom which Brian was forbidden to enter. That way the tradition of seeing the bride for the first time on the day was saved for when she walked down the aisle in her white dress, which Brian hadnt seen yet! 🙂

Shoes
Shoes
Cufflinks
Cufflinks
Crossing fingers
Crossing fingers
Putting on shirt
Putting on shirt
Sorting out ties
Sorting out ties
Pose
Pose
Putting on jacket
Putting on jacket
Helping out
Helping out
Helping out
Helping out
Closeup of flower
Closeup of flower
Walking out door
Walking out door
Bridesmaid helping out
Bridesmaid helping out
Putting on dress
Putting on dress
Walking down the stairs
Walking down the stairs
Bridesmaid putting in veil
Bridesmaid putting in veil
Looking pretty
Looking pretty
Bridesmaids
Bridesmaids

Wharf One Wedding Ceremony

The decking just outside the Wharf One restaurant was the setting for their wedding ceremony, with the entire congregation shaded from the hot sun, and yet still enjoying the beautiful weather while surrounded by the calm waters found in the Darwin artificial beach precinct. The ceremony itself was a lovely simple affair with a couple of friends and family sharing readings and laughter as their celebrant highlighted some of the funnier parts of their relationship.

Wedding sign
Wedding sign
Groom waiting patiently
Groom waiting patiently
Bride getting ready to go
Bride getting ready to go
Bridal approach
Bridal approach
Out the front together
Out the front together
Smiles
Smiles
Smiles
Smiles
Wedding ceremony
Wedding ceremony
Smiling bride
Smiling bride
Wharf One Wedding ceremony
Wharf One Wedding ceremony
Exchanging wedding rings
Exchanging wedding rings
Holding hands
Holding hands
First kiss
First kiss
Bridal exit
Bridal exit
Bridal exit
Bridal exit

Glamour Photos

After the family photos, the rest of the congregation enjoyed the precinct surrounding the Wharf One restaurant while Amanda, Brian, their bridal party and I went for a little drive to make use of some of the more picturesque spots scattered around Darwin. Our first stop was of course the decking surrounding Wharf One where we took a few bridal party shots. We then head over to the wonderful trees out the front of the Darwin Botanic Gardens. The trees here are wonderful to have photos done at that time of day as the sun peeks through the foliage in such a delightful manner! We then head around to the parklands surrounding Lake Alexander before heading up to Dudley point to make use of the delightful hanging cliffs for the sunset.

Bride and Groom walking together near Wharf One
Bride and Groom walking together near Wharf One
Pushing the groom into the drink
Pushing the groom into the drink
Bridal Party
Bridal Party
Bridal Party under a tree
Bridal Party under a tree
Bridal Party under the trees
Bridal Party under the trees
Bride and groom walking together
Bride and groom walking together
Bride and groom walking together
Bride and groom walking together
Under a tree
Under a tree
Amongst the scrub
Amongst the scrub
Amongst the scrub
Amongst the scrub
Romantic
Romantic
Hugs
Hugs
Walking together
Walking together
Holding one another
Holding one another
Holding one another
Holding one another
Out on pride rock
Out on pride rock
Out on pride rock
Out on pride rock
Out on pride rock
Out on pride rock
Beautiful light on the rocks
Beautiful light on the rocks
Beautiful light on the rocks
Beautiful light on the rocks
Sunset
Sunset
Sunset
Sunset

Wharf One Wedding Reception

Amanda and Brian’s wedding reception was held back at the Wharf One restaurant a little late as we stayed out at Dudley Point for the sunset, but noone seemed to mind much. The atmosphere was jovial and everyone had a delightful meal backdropped by live music and the odd foray into the photobooth – who’s attendant happened to be the very same attendant at my first wedding in Darwin over 2 years ago! Very small world.

Bridal entrance
Bridal entrance
Speech
Speech
Schedule
Schedule
Best Man speech
Best Man speech
Bride
Bride
Maids of honour speech
Maids of honour speech
Laughing bride
Laughing bride
Hugs
Hugs
Wedding cake
Wedding cake
Speech
Speech
Cutting the cake
Cutting the cake
Inside Wharf One Restaurant
Inside Wharf One Restaurant
Boys hanging out
Boys hanging out

Thanks so much for Amand and Brian for having me as your wedding photographer! If anyone is looking for a photographer in Darwin, I’d be super keen to travel back up for your wedding! Check out my darwin website at https://svenstudios.com/darwin-wedding-photography/ for more details!

Tiwi Islands Engagement shoot – Jane & David

September 10, 2018/in Engagement
  • Jane & David

    Tiwi Islands Engagement Shoot

    Walking along the path

Tiwi Islands Engagement Shoot

Since expanding my operations to the Northern Territory, in particular Darwin through my website https://svenstudios.com/darwin-wedding-photography/, I’ve been super keen on heading up to the Northern End of Australia to shoot again. So when Jane contacted me via my instagram feed, I jumped at the chance on shooting in the most remote area of Australia I have yet visited.

Jane and David were awesome hosts for a 2 night stay on the islands, where they both work in the local community,  and in exchange for their wonderful hospitality I was to shoot a bit of an engagement shoot while galavanting around the island!

The first day

After having spent a few days in Darwin – taking photos of the lovely beaches and the amazing sunsets Darwin has to offer, I head out to the Tiwi Islands on a ferry to meet Jane and David whom were both working, so once I arrived I was picked up by David, then had a bit of time to explore the community before they both knocked off work. It was rather surreal witnessing the Liberal coup where former Prime Minister Turnbull was ousted for Scott Morrison in such a remote part of Australia, from within an Aboriginal community – it felt quite distant an unimportant.

It’s this remoteness I think appeals to both Jane and David who both hail from Sydney originally that makes them love this place. The culture and sense of community surrounding them where they live is obvious in that everyone knows one another, when driving about, everyone waved and one another and the entire town felt very laid back.

Once Jane and david had finished their work, we went on a shot expedition to a small wood with lovely tall trees, through which the sun was beating down in typical Northern Territory fashion, so I made use of it!

On the road
On the road
Walking together in the forest
Walking together in the forest
Engagement ring
Engagement ring
laughing
laughing
On the road
On the road
On the road
On the road
Dancing
Dancing
Smiles
Smiles
In the forest
In the forest
Hugs
Hugs
Dancing
Dancing
Walking through the bush
Walking through the bush

We then head out of town for a bit to a lovely secluded beach beyond the so called ‘international Airport’ of Wurrumiyanga to make use of the fading sun. I found it quite funny that it was classified as a major airport when considering flight paths and ability to launch my drone as the airport consists of only an airstrip – that is apparently sinking into the ground – and a small shed. But anyway, the beach was stunning and out of range from flight limitations anyway.

From above
From above
From above
From above
Kung Fu!
Kung Fu!
Tiwi Islands Engagement
Tiwi Islands Engagement
Walking along the beach
Walking along the beach
Walking along the path
On the beach together
On the beach together
On the beach together
On the beach together

The next morning, the plan was to get up at sparrows to make use of the sun rising over the local bay – while avoiding the giant croc that apparently inhabits the water around the area 🙂

Smiling David
Smiling David
Smiling Jane
Smiling Jane
Sitting together
Sitting together
Tiwi Islands Sunrise
Tiwi Islands Sunrise

Shortly after breakfast we were on the road to a delightful little natural spring waterhole were we stopped to have lunch and go for a dip. I was assured there were no crocs around the place here, but the water was so incredibly clear that nothing would be able to sneak up on us anyway. 😛

Waterhole hugs
Waterhole hugs
Waterhole hugs
Waterhole hugs
Amongst the wattle
Amongst the wattle
Waterhole hugs
Waterhole hugs
Jumping in together
Jumping in together

By the late afternoon we had reached our campsite for the night, a long white sand beach at the northern tip of the island. We spent some time fishing from the rocks, however caught more rocks than useful fish, then made use of the spectacular red cliffs and sunset for some more photos, all the while dodging the millions of hermit crabs scuttling along the beach, and keeping a wary eye out for crocs.

Sun set on the rocks
Sun set on the rocks
Sun set on the rocks
Sun set on the rocks
Sun set
Sun set
Running together
Running together
Sun set on the rocks
Sun set on the rocks
On a rock
On a rock
Twirling
Twirling
Family portrait
Family portrait

On the final day, once we returned home to town, we spent the afternoon waiting for the Darwin-bound ferry fishing on Jane and David’s boat. It was the first time I had experienced fishing on a boat, and Jane managed to land a huge 90cm Barramundi! Which we released, but she also caught herself a smaller one which David filleted up and gave me a fillet for dinner that night 🙂 I also managed to catch quite a few other fish – including some good sized snapper! All in all, my weekend in the Tiwi islands was not one I will soon forget!

Thanks so much to Jane and David for having me photograph them on the Tiwi islands – It’s a place I would never have thought of visiting otherwise, but I’m so glad I had the opportunity!

Doubletree by Hilton Darwin Wedding – Kelly & Ben

July 4, 2021/in Wedding preview, Wedding
  • Kelly & Ben

    Doubletree by Hilton Darwin Wedding

    bride and groom amongst thin trees in Darwin

I was right in the middle of the Darwin CBD for Kelly and ben’s Doubletree by Hilton Darwin wedding that took place on the lawns nearby the hotel’s pool, with glamour photos just across the round in Darwin’s Bicentennial park, and reception in the Doubletree by Hilton Darwin reception center a few doors down from the actual hotel!

The weather was absolutely fantactic, as you’d expect from this time of year in Darwin – while perhaps on the warmer side, but that was ok as Kelly and ben were keen to get back to their friends and family sooner rather than later for their reception, instead of spedning took long taking photos!

Doubletree by Hilton Darwin Wedding Ceremony

Kelly and Ben’s Doubletree by Hilton Darwin wedding ceremony took place on the lawned area alongside the hotel’s pool area. The grassy lot has ample room for small to medium sized wedding ceongregations and is a private little space, surrounded by tall buildings, fences and greenery.

The ceremony itself was a short, simple affair, with Kelly of course being a tad late – which is of course tradition – but once she was there, it was smiles all around as these two lovely people said their vows and tied the knot.

Groom waiting at his Doubletree by Hilton wedding ceremony
Groom waiting at his Doubletree by Hilton wedding ceremony
Bride arriving at Doubletree by Hilton
Bride arriving at Doubletree by Hilton
Smiling bride in the Doubletree by Hilton lobby
Smiling bride in the Doubletree by Hilton lobby
Bridal entrance at the Doubletree by Hilton
Bridal entrance at the Doubletree by Hilton
Grooms first look at doubletree by hilton wedding
Grooms first look at doubletree by hilton wedding
Doubletree by hilton wedding ceremony
Doubletree by hilton wedding ceremony
Holding hands at wedding ceremony
Holding hands at wedding ceremony
Bride and groom holding hands on the grass at doubletree
Bride and groom holding hands on the grass at doubletree
Wedding ceremony on the grass at Doubletree by hilton
Wedding ceremony on the grass at Doubletree by hilton
Doubletree by Hilton Darwin wedding ceremony
Doubletree by Hilton Darwin wedding ceremony
Groom during his wedding ceremony
Groom during his wedding ceremony
Page boy bringing the rings
Page boy bringing the rings
Vows at a wedding ceremony
Vows at a wedding ceremony
First kiss at Doubletree by Hilton Darwin wedding
First kiss at Doubletree by Hilton Darwin wedding
bride and groom exit their Doubletree by Hilton wedding ceremony
bride and groom exit their Doubletree by Hilton wedding ceremony

Glamour Photos

After holding the family group shots over the water of the pool, using the small patch of greenery as the backdrop – we head over the road to Darwin’s Bicentennial park for glamour photos. It kelly and ben weren’t overly keen to travel too far away for their glamour photos, opting instead to have a few done close by, allowing them to spend more time with their family and friends back at their reception. It was also quite a warm day, so moving too far wasn’t on the top of most people’s lists of things to do 🙂

The sunny day meant that I was presented by quite a bit of sun glare shining through the foliage of trees, so I made good use of the light bathing the bridal party in it’s glow. We managed to walk around the park a bit, all the way down to the rocky shoreline and back before retiring to get ready for the reception.

bride and groom on the pool edge
bride and groom on the pool edge
Bridal party in Darwins Bicentenniel park
Bridal party in Darwins Bicentenniel park
Bride and groom in Bicentennialpark
Bride and groom in Bicentennialpark
Ring in flowers
Ring in flowers
bridal party in Bicentennial Park Darwin
bridal party in Bicentennial Park Darwin
bride and groom amongst thin trees in Darwin
bride and groom amongst thin trees in Darwin
Bride and groom in thin trees in Bicentennial Park
Bride and groom in thin trees in Bicentennial Park
bride and groom on the Darwin bay lookout
bride and groom on the Darwin bay lookout
Bride and groom on the Darwin foreshore
Bride and groom on the Darwin foreshore
bride and groom amongst the Darwin Foliage
bride and groom amongst the Darwin Foliage
Smiling bride and groom surrounded by green
Smiling bride and groom surrounded by green
Darwin Bicentennial Park Wedding Photo
Darwin Bicentennial Park Wedding Photo
Darwin Bicentennial Park Wedding Photography
Darwin Bicentennial Park Wedding Photography

Doubletree by Hilton Darwin Wedding Reception

It was the second time I had covered a wedding in this Doubletree by Hilton Darwin reception hall – as there are a number to choose from, but I think this hall is quite popular due to it’s size and ease of access from the road. The area boasts ample room for a medium sizes wedding party, with dance, while the kids were keen on using the spare space for games and running around.

The atmosphere was fun and laid back, with a number of speeches and plenty of dancing later in the evening. I;d like to thank Kelly and Ben for seating me at a table! I had a lovely chat with the people at the table who clued me on some places to visit for the next time I was in Darwin – which happened to be only last week. Unfortunately though my trip was cut short due to COVID 🙁

It was a lovely night to be a part of!

wedding sign in Hotel
wedding sign in Hotel
Wedding favour jelly beans
Wedding favour jelly beans
Doubletree by Hilton Wedding Reception
Doubletree by Hilton Wedding Reception
bride and groom arriving at their reception
bride and groom arriving at their reception
Wedding reception food
Wedding reception food
bride and groom outside the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Darwin
bride and groom outside the Doubletree by Hilton Hotel Darwin
Groomsman announcing himself
Groomsman announcing himself
Laughing groom during speeches
Laughing groom during speeches
Wedding cake on display
Wedding cake on display
Cutting the wedding cake together
Cutting the wedding cake together
Daddy daughter dance
Daddy daughter dance
On the dancefloor as a family
On the dancefloor as a family
First dance at Doubletree by Hilton wedding
First dance at Doubletree by Hilton wedding
Guests dancing at Doubletree by Hilton Darwin
Guests dancing at Doubletree by Hilton Darwin

Jervois Park Wedding – Darwin – Kate & Dylan

August 18, 2021/in Wedding preview, Wedding
  • Kate & Dylan

    Darwin’s Jervois Park Wedding

    bride and groom looking out at the sunset

I have never before seen such impeccable timing than Kate and Dylan’s wedding where they timed their big day the day before a major COVID lockdown in Darwin. The day itself was a typical stunnly sunny Darwin day that made their Jervois Park wedding – just south of the Darwin CBD such a wonderful experience!

Kate and Dylan’s big day was full of family fueled fun, joy and beautiful moments I was so glad to capture with both photography and videography!

Preparation

Both Kate and Dylan were prepared nearby their Jervois Park wedding venue, with Dylan in a bed and breakfast I had shot in before, and Kate in a hotel room within the CBD.

As per usual on a wedding day, small things often go wrong that just cannont be helped – in the case of Dylan’s preparation, unfortunately one of his groomsmen got on the wrong end of a chainsaw only days before the wedding was to take place! Thankfully the injury wasn’t as bad as it could have been, and he was certainly a champ powering through the rest of his mate’s big day!

The morning was fun filled, and the guys had the usual trouble tieing their ties before Mr. Youtube came along to help! A troup of male strippers also made an appearance! – More of Dylan’s mates trying to create some silly photos 🙂

Wedding rings resting on white tie
Wedding rings resting on white tie
Wedding stubbie holder
Wedding stubbie holder
Engagement ring in between grooms shoes
Engagement ring in between grooms shoes
Groom tieing tie surrounded by windows
Groom tieing tie surrounded by windows
Father helping tie tie
Father helping tie tie
Groomsman tieing tie
Groomsman tieing tie
Groomsman putting on socks
Groomsman putting on socks
Groomsmen gathered around groom
Groomsmen gathered around groom
Groom putting on jacket
Groom putting on jacket
Smiling groom looking at camera
Smiling groom looking at camera
Groom at the top of the stairway
Groom at the top of the stairway
Groomsmen at top of staircase
Groomsmen at top of staircase
groomsmen in front of pool
groomsmen in front of pool

Kate and her bridal party had a slightly more straightforward preparation, with plenty of makeup and hair to sort out before the ceremony. The ladies were all in good spirits and were obviously having a great time!

A highlight of the morning with the bridal party for me was the arrival of Kate’s father where we set up a bit of a first look for him seeing Kate in her dress for the first time. Always a crowd pleasing moment!

Wedding dress hanging from roof
Wedding dress hanging from roof
Bridal shoes with bouquet
Bridal shoes with bouquet
bridal makeup
bridal makeup
bridesmaids reaching for dresses
bridesmaids reaching for dresses
bride and bridesmaids in doorway
bride and bridesmaids in doorway
Bride sitting in makeup chair
Bride sitting in makeup chair
Bride and bridesmaids with gowns
Bride and bridesmaids with gowns