byron bay wedding photography | Weddings and Portraits

Stacey & Jarrod. A Wedding Proposal Caught on Camera.

by admin | February 7, 2018 | Engagement Session, Portrait Photography

Some couples are just meant to be together and Stacey and Jarrod are indeed one of those couples. During our session, the guys were so comfortable together that I really didn’t need to provide any direction… I simply sat back and captured their lovingly playful interaction. This photo shoot was just one activity of a day packed with pampering that Jarrod has surprised Stacey with as an early birthday present. Little did she know that the day had actually been months in the planning and Jarrod was just about to ask her to spend the rest of her life with him.

I’m not sure who was more nervous, Jarrod or me? He seemed cool as a cucumber, but as time passed I was beginning to wonder if it was going to happen. At one point I thought he had dropped the ring in a mound of fallen leaves and I was bracing for disaster. Thankfully though, that wasn’t the case. The day had been scattered with showers and although we started with a dry patch, it soon started drizzling and as we all became wetter and wetter it seemed like Stacey was about to call an end to the session… and then Jarrod got down on one knee and Stacey started jumping for joy. Soon we were standing in the pouring rain but the couple didn’t even notice. They were too busy celebrating love!

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Renee & Liam. A Fig Tree Restaurant Wedding.

by admin | May 25, 2016 | Wedding photography

Renee & Liam’s gorgeous Byron Bay wedding featured some of the best the region has to offer. Liam and his family prepared themselves at a stunning property overlooking The Pass, while Renee’s preparations took place at Byron’s iconic Rae’s at Wategos. Uber talented David Dibley and Mia Conner looked after Renee’s hair and makeup before everyone made their way to the ever-popular Fig Tree Restaurant.

I’ve shot a lot of weddings at Fig Tree and I never tire of it. In fact, it seems to just keep getting better and better each time I’m there. One of the venue’s greatest assets is its staff. They work together like a well-oiled machine and no request ever seems to be a problem. It truly is a joy to work amongst such professionals. For Renee and Liam’s wedding, the venue was styled by The Wedding Shed and Byron Bay Weddings and featured beautiful floral creations from the Alstonville Florist.

The couple’s ceremony was officiated by the lovely Clarah Luxford. With crystal clear views of the Byron coastline as a backdrop to the ceremony, it’s hard to imagine a better place to start a life together… and I’m sure theirs is going to be a wonderful one. Congrats guys!

Sonya & Jamie. A Byron Bay Hinterland Wedding.

by admin | May 13, 2016 | Wedding photography

Long before their wedding date rolled around, I knew Sonya and Jamie’s wedding was going to be amazing. Not only are they a beautiful couple, but they choose some of my favourite wedding vendors to pull their day together. And when you know that everything is being left in the hands of talented people you have worked with before, you just know everything is going to go as planned… or perhaps even better than the couple had imagined.

All of the preparations and the ceremony took place at one of the hinterland’s hidden gems. The R&R Ranch is a Colorado resort style home with more than enough room to accommodate everything you need for a wedding. Catering at the ranch was taken care of by the wonderful staff from Harvest Cafe and everything was organised and managed to perfection by Rachael from The Events Lounge. The ceremony was officiated by the region’s grooviest celebrant, Mr Benjamin Carlyle, to the delightful tunes of Josh Boots from North Coast Entertainment.

After the ceremony, Jon and Seb from Byron Wedding Visual and I took to some of the gorgeous surrounding landscape to capture the couple’s images and video. Sonya and Jamie travelled in style upon the Magic Bus and then we were treated to more music, celebrations and incredible food at Harvest Cafe.

Wedding Planner:

The Events Lounge

Ceremony Venue:

R&R Ranch

Reception Venue & Catering:

Harvest Cafe

Celebrant:

Benjamin Carlyle

Videography:

Byron Wedding Visual

Music:

North Coast Entertainment

Florist:

Elyssium Blooms

Hair & Makeup:

Erin Gallienne

Decor & Lighting:

Lovestruck

Hampton Event Hire

North Coast Events

Lea & Kevin. A Byron Bay Beach Wedding.

by admin | March 9, 2016 | Wedding photography

Welcome to the wedding of Lea & Kevin. This was such a relaxing wedding from beginning to start. Everything during the preparations unfolded at a calm pace, and this casual atmosphere continued throughout the day. There were no signs of nerves anywhere and I think this was a reflection of just how comfortable with each other Lea & Kevin obviously are and just how much love they have for one another.

The ceremony was held at Clarkes Beach, Byron Bay, under moody clouds and alongside the couple’s closest family and friends. Officiated by local celebrant Brent Jones, to the acoustic tunes of Josh Boots, the ceremony was a loving reflection of Lea & Kevin. After the ceremony, guests were treated to fresh coconuts from ‘Aunty Coconut’ before entering the reception at ‘Beach’ Byron Bay. The cafe never disappoints with their exquisite meals and friendly ambiance even more now since they partnered up with http://www.nkvideographer.com.au. Once all the guests had dried their eyes after listening to one of the most heartfelt bestman speeches I have ever heard, they took to the dancefloor and continued to enjoy what was simply a perfect wedding day.

Georgie & Chris. A Fig Tree Restaurant – Byron Bay Wedding.

by admin | December 6, 2015 | Wedding photography

When I first met Georgie and Chris, I just knew their wedding day was going to be a whole lot of fun… and it certainly was. I spent the day surrounded by some of the nicest people I’ve ever had the pleasure of meeting. The bridal party was full of larrikins and lovely ladies and felt more like a day out with friends than a regular ‘ol workday.

Alex Ouston looked after the hair and makeup for the girls and as usual, she and her team did a wonderful job. Alex has spent many years doing makeup for TV networks and it really shows. Her work photographs beautifully. The ever-lovely Michelle Shannon worked her usual magic and delivered a beautifully heartfelt ceremony. After the formalities, the guests were treated to the musical delights of The Paper Flowers, while the bridal party and I headed offsite for photos in a few locations around Byron Bay… travelling in style in a pair of 1964 Kombis supplied by The Vintage Wagon.

The team at The Wedding Shed certainly put their mark on Fig Tree. This venue always looks incredible, but for Georgie & Chris’ wedding, it was a whole new level of amazing. The couple encased their outdoor dining area with a marquee frame, decorated with soft fabrics, gorgeous chandeliers, and beautiful flower arrangements by the uber talented Estelle from The French Petal. This was the first time I have ever seen Fig Tree dressed like this… but I’m sure it won’t be the last.