Friday, October 28, 2011

Jimbour House Weddings

Love the image Jimbour House have chosen for the advertising - appearing in print media all over Queensland.  
Stephanie and Jack had the most amazing day, and the Jimbour House is a wonderful backdrop.  The grandeur of the house and gardens certainly creates beautiful imagery.


Here are a couple more of my favourites photos from the day.


Tuesday, October 25, 2011

Formal Photography with the X-Factor

Your formal is a momentous occasion celebrating a lifetime of hard work and good times, as well as the start of something new.  Let us add a little of the X-Factor to your photographs and be a star in a photo shoot before the big event.
With some of your closest friends and family enjoy the limelight for a little time, and create some gorgeous imagery to last forever.











Location - Masterpieces' Lockyer Valley Studio
Menswear - Always Habit

Friday, October 21, 2011

Wendy & Michael's Preston Wedding

Wendy & Michael enjoyed a beautiful day at Preston in Toowoomba. With guests arriving from all around the world, the weather was changeable in the extreme but the only rain was whilst we were tucked up safe and warm in the lovely Preston Chapel. Almost as soon as the ceremony was over, the clouds cleared up for a fabulous photoshoot at nearby Preston Peak Winery. The reception was held at Preston Manor with beautiful food complementing the exquisite setting and some wonderful speeches.



The gorgeous Preston Manor



Wednesday, October 19, 2011

Love Story Film - Mareldene & Eric

One of our recent competitions was for a Love Story Film.  This is a film we make before your wedding day to be shown at your wedding reception.  They are great fun to make, and a different way to show your love on your special day.  We had a huge response with loads of couples entering.  We expected it to be all quite "light and fluffy"  and fun, but we were really surprised at how many couples had overcome really severe hardships, or were just having a bit of a tough time in the lead up to their wedding day.  So we decided that we would have more than one winner, and would choose a couple we thought would really appreciate something positive.  

Mareldene and Eric's story is one that would tug at even the toughest heartstrings and we felt that it deserved to be captured and told in a positive way. After several tentative emails to find out more about their story, I felt I finally had enough background and information to do justice to their story and headed down to the Gold Coast to film this remarkable and gorgeous young couple in their home.

It was just over a year ago that Eric suffered a terrible motorcycle accident that left him in a coma for a week. Now a tetraplegic, life has really changed for this couple.  I was totally blown away by their zest for life and need to move on down the road to recovery. It will be a long and difficult road, but Eric is improving every day, and now is regaining feeling in his hands and they will make it through together.

I feel very lucky to have meet Eric and Mareldene, and as I edit their film together I know their lives are just going to get better and better - because they have each other.


I am looking forward to putting the final touches on their Love Story Film, and know they are going to enjoy an amazing wedding day. Thanks to Mareldenes fantastic attention to detail, and Eric's sense of humour (No Eric -  I did not bring the flies with me - they were attracted to your lunch!), they will succeed with their marriage as they have succeeded in overcoming such a traumatic event.

Eric and Mareldene are working hard to save for a vehicle so that Eric and go out without the need to hire a maxi-taxi every time they go out.  If you would like to help this deserving couple please get in contact us, and let's see if we can make help this fantastic couple regain their life, and enjoy every moment life has to offer.

Wednesday, October 12, 2011

Formal Photography Shoot

We absolutely love working with Joanne at JK Couture Designs, and this time we shot her gorgeous formal gowns, along with the modern and stylish suits from Always Habit.  Here's a few behind the scenes pics.
The brilliantly talented Joanne Hasson from JK Couture with Jenna in one of Joanne's creations

The whole team working hard.

Dave getting the right angle while the boys look hot in Always Habit suits.



Tuesday, September 20, 2011

Ideal Bride Expo Sept 2011

Here's just a snippet of the Ideal Bride Wedding Expo, including the amazing fashion parade, featuring JK Couture Designs, Hoe Boutique, Always Habit, Cyan Reign, Annah Stretton, Fox Fashions, with hair and make up by Unsurpassable Hair, flowers by Stylised, MC Erin Connor and dancers from Dance Romance.

Thanks Mick, Barbara, Andrea and the team from Ideal Bride.

Also thanks to Division Model Management, for not only looking absolutely gorgeous, but for being such a great team - you guys rock!

The Ideal Bride Expo is always a pleasure to capture, and be a part of.




Kirsten wearing the one of the stunning creations from JK Couture Designs


Zoe, Kirsten & Arden in Hoe Boutique








Sunday, September 18, 2011

Tiffany + Nick Celebrate a Beautiful Day

Tiffany and Nick enjoyed a wonderful day n the Lockyer Valley. The start of spring bought stunning weather.  The day was just perfect. I was on second camera with Dave, which Ilove as we have the opportnity to do somuch more.  We ended up with so many gorgeous shots, and it was such a pleasure to shoot.  Thanks to Tiffany, Nick and their families for allowing us to capture this special day.



 





















Tuesday, August 23, 2011

Angela & Brian's City Wedding

Angela & Brian enjoyed one of the most beautiful Winter days in a long time. The weather was perfect. Angela looked stunning in an amazing gown made by her mother. Getting ready in the family home was important, and although it was a little limited on space we still captured some gorgeous moments with family and friends.


The ceremony took place in the cente of Brisbane at the Albert Street Uniting Church and conducted by a friend of the bride's. The service was lovely with little personal touches that only happen when the priest is so well known to the couple.

This was a huge occasion for the couple with Brian moving to Australia from the US, and many family members travelling to take part.  The photography session was at Roma Street Parklands, and the ceremony followed at Gambaro's in Caxton Street.

Watch this highlight film to see just a glimpse of the wonderful day.
 




Saturday, August 20, 2011

In love with Port Douglas

On our recent trip we visited Port Douglas. I can't believe I haven't been there before. Although it is a bit of a long haul to get there, it is certainly worth it. The weather was fantastic.  Not too hot, but stunning sunshine. Here's a little glimpse of what we saw.

As we walked around the lovely tourist precinct filled with cafes and shops we saw the beautiful St Mary's by the Sea - just perfect for a destination wedding.