Monday, May 23, 2011

World's Largest Ballet Class

We had a fantastic weekend.  One of the highlights was attending the World's Largest Ballet Class.  An event held by Queensland Ballet at The Ideas Festival 2011.

Unfortunately it rained, as is becoming more common in Queensland.  This could have been a downer, but instead the well organised event went full steam ahead at the State Library.

1359 participants donned tu-tus and the like and completed the class. The cheers on breaking the World Record were ear drum shattering.

Here's a look at what we saw:





The gorgeous Starlite Dancers





Friday, May 20, 2011

Behind the Scenes at the IB Fashion Parade

Some many talented people have to come together to produce a successful fashion parade.  Once again everyone involved in the Ideal Bride Expo Fashion Parade was in their best form, and the parade looked amazing.  Here's a little sneek peak behind the scenes with the brilliant make up artist - Giulia Ponticello and hair stylists from Elite Freelancing.  The gorgeous models are from Division Model Management. Thanks again to Mick, Barbara and the team at Ideal Bride.





Monday, May 16, 2011

Maria & Rafe Wedding in Brisbane

Maria & Rafe are one of our wonderful couples from earlier this year. They enjoyed a lovely wedding ceremony in their family church in Corinda. Followed by a photography session at the Mt Cootha Botanical Gardens. Then onto their reception at the Jindalee Hotel. Friends and family travelled from all over the world to be part of this special celebration.  Thanks to Maria & Rafe for letting us be a part in your day.



Plus one of my favourite image from the day

Saturday, May 14, 2011

Join the twitter revolution

Finally after looking over David's shoulder to read the tweets I have joined twitter.

I know. I said I never would.  Oh well, on with the adventure.

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Monday, May 9, 2011

Hello Future Moby Music Video

It's so wonderful to have an opportunity to work with world renown talent, and have creative control on the final outcome.  Chances like this don't come by everyday.  So we conceived a story to compliment Moby's lyrics and music.  After much thought and many different ideas here's what we decided.



Be the One by Moby, Hello Future from Nadine Davidson-Wall on Vimeo.



As we worked through the scenes we realised it was a valuable lesson for Zoe.  The way she cuddles the toy reflects the conversation we had about being homeless, and having no possessions.  It's a hard concept for most people to accept, but I think Zoe shows the emotion beautifully. 

As we worked on I really thought about the effect we have as parents on future society, and how if you don't have good role models in your life how can you develop into a productive member of soiety.  The other terrifying thought is how often those who shout loudest get the most, while the silent ones slip throught the cracks. 

We love working in the wedding industry, and we are so lucky to see magical, loving moments in people's lives. It's very easy to forget the silent ones. So even if just for a moment we think how fortunate we are, or have compassion for just a fleeting moment, maybe the next time we see someone a little less blessed we can give them a smile, a dollar, or some acknowledgement that they are not invisible.



It's been a wonderful thought provoking process, and I'm looking forward to seeing the finalists and then the winning music video.