Tristan and Kirsty's Engagement Session ~ Bunbury Engagement Portrait Photographer
Tristan and Kirsty wanted natural and relaxed photos for their engagement session. They also wanted to include their gorgeous lab Luna. Of course, we said yes! We cant wait to photograph this beautiful couple again on Saturday for their Aravina Estate Wedding.
Sara & Nathan's Ramada Resort Beach Wedding
Sara is a gorgeous bubbly bright eyed soul who looked every bit the fairytale princess in her big dress. She confessed that she was a bit of a black thumb so opted for silk flowers instead of the real thing. Nathan is a bit of a car nut so he requested that we get some great photos taken with his much loved Holden Gemini...and Sara ;)
Sara and Nathan also wanted to include their beloved dogs as part of their big day. Marley their boy stood with the boys and Mia their girl walked down with their first bridesmaid!
~ THE MAKINGS OF THE DAY ~
The Venue: Ramada Resort, Dunsborough
Styling: Sottys Events
The Dress: Dion for Brides, Perth
The Cake: Sweet Styling
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Sarah & Brad's Edith Valley Farm Wedding
~ THE MAKINGS OF THE DAY ~
The Dress: Ormalu Bridal
Makeup & Hair: Eaton Hair Salon
Celebrant: Celebrant - Sarsha Wetherell
The Flowers: Florist Gump
The Transport: Down South Limousines
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Denise and Alex's Sanctuary Golf Resort Wedding
It’s not very often you get the bride’s dad pausing proceedings at a wedding ceremony to let everyone know the Eagles had won the grand final. His big announcement was followed by a round of applause led by the priest, Denise laughed, and then the formalities continued. Stories to remember.
~ THE MAKINGS OF THE DAY ~
The Church: Christ the Living Vine Church
The Venue: Sanctuary Golf Resort
Styling: DIY
The Hair: Hair by Laura
The Makeup: Gemma Collins
The Flowers: Australind Florist and Gifts
The DJ: The DJ Perth
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Clive & Diana ~ Evedon Park Wedding Photographer
Sometimes you just want to marry the one you love without all the fuss of a huge wedding. Clive and Diana had a beautifully simple pop up wedding at Evedon Park with their closest family and friends there to share it with them, and it was a gorgeous joy-filled day.
But even when you’re keeping things simple you still want amazing memories to look back on, so they booked us to meet them after their Pop Up ceremony and spend an hour capturing some special moments with their Bridal Party.
We know wedding days are unique and even if you’re not doing the traditional wedding, we’re happy to be there to capture your day!
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Tristan and Kirsty's Bunbury Engagement Portrait
Tristan and Kirsty wanted natural and relaxed photos for their engagement session. They also wanted to include their gorgeous lab Luna. Of course, we said yes! We cant wait to photograph this beautiful couple again on Saturday for their Aravina Estate Wedding.
Aimee & Russell ~ A Caves House Yallingup Wedding
This weekend we spent a wet and windy winter's day with Aimee and Russell to celebrate their wedding. If you're going to get married in winter, Caves House is a great choice of venue with it's cosy fires and art deco heritage architecture, and it was the perfect place to shelter from the rain before we made the most of the gorgeous grounds when the sun peeked out (even just for a brief time).
The styling of the day was simple vintage with lots of handmade touches. The ladies had been busy the night before the wedding creating their gorgeous protea bouquets, and Aimee's dad had spent months growing the centrepieces which sat on top of lace mats crocheted by Aimee, little touches that personalised the reception in the Yallingup room. The venue looked classy and elegant, just as Aimee had planned.
Our blushing bride looked lovely in her Lost in Paris lace dress, which was sourced from recycled fabrics! The dress had a uniquely pretty pattern , including some gorgeous "wings" in the back. Aimee made little Maddison's super cute flower girl dress herself, and the bridesmaids outfits suited the style of the day perfectly too. The awesome Jenna at Belle Couture for Hair & Makeup finished off the ladies' look with super pretty, natural makeup, while the boys looked effortlessly dapper in their suits.
Thanks for a lovely day, we were honoured to be there to capture it for you - enjoy your beautiful memories!
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If you're planning a wedding and you love the beautiful memories we created for Aimee and Russell, you can find out more about our wedding photography and films here:
http://www.thephotographyboutique.com.au/weddings/
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The Makings of the Day
The Venue: Caves House Hotel, Yallingup
The Dress: Lost In Paris
The Jewelry: Earrings custom designed by Birdy and Clementine
The Hair: Innovative Hair Design by Kara
The Makeup: Belle Couture for Hair & Makeup
The Entertainment: South Sound Events
The Cake: Sweet Stylin by Summa Taylor
Top 5 Tips for the Perfect Wedding Photos!
It's your Big Day. You're going to A LOT of trouble to make it completely perfect and you want to remember it that way. That's why your photos are SO important!
We have spent years photographing weddings just about every weekend, and we know a thing or two about how to make your day look as amazing as can be, so here are 5 top tips from us to help you plan your day to achieve perfect wedding photos...
1. Think about the light
Photography is all about light and the timings you choose for your Big Day will have a huge impact on how your images will look. Choose appropriate timings for the time of year bearing in mind seasonal weather variations. If you have your heart set on an image of you and your love in front of a romantic sunset then choose to have your wedding at a time of year that allows it, make sure you start your reception late enough, or be prepared to take five from your party to go out and get the shot. While a lunch time event might seem appealing the light in the middle of the day is not so flattering, so be aware that you won't achieve the beautiful golden light that makes you and the landscape look so amazing. If in doubt just ask your photographer - experienced pros like us know the options and will be only too happy to help you plan your day to achieve the look you want.
2. Book a Quality Photographer
There are so many photographers around these days that choosing one to capture your day can be a difficult task. Weddings aren't cheap so we understand it can be tempting to save a few dollars and just get Uncle Bob to take some photos or take a chance on the cheap photographer you found on Facebook, but the old adage "you get what you pay for" definitely applies here, and we have heard too many stories of regret to believe it's ok to just let someone with a fancy camera document your day. If you want to be able to look back on your day in years to come and remember it as the perfect, joyful day that it is bound to be, then choose the best photographer you can afford. Choose a pro who you can trust to have the talent and experience to know the best places to shoot at the right times, who can find your best angles and show off how gorgeous you are in that dress, and who will be fun to spend the day with. That's the only way to guarantee no regrets!
3. Be Good to Yourself
Choose a dress that suits your shape and fits you well, and style your hair and makeup so that you feel comfortable and still look like "you". Take a close friend you can rely on for an honest opinion to the dress shops with you, and don't get hung up on buying a tiny size that you have to spend a year dieting for. If you've worn too many bikini styles while sunbathing over the years, get an all over natural tan before your Big Day to get rid of any unsightly strap marks. If you have any tattoos or markings that you're no longer fond of, choose a dress that covers them up, or if you have ones you're proud of then show them off! On the day just be confident in your own skin and rock your look, your photographer will do the rest!
4. Have an engagement portrait shoot
Engagement Sessions are a great way to practice in front of the camera and get to know your photographer before the Big Day. You can check out the locations you are considering for your wedding photos and just get used to being together as the centre of attention. Having an engagement shoot will mean you feel more relaxed on the day and be more familiar with your photographer so that it feels more like a friend is there with you who you know will capture great images for you. If, like we do, you have a planning meeting with your photographer before the wedding you can let them know what you loved or what you weren't so fond of in the shoot. That way your photographer can make sure everything is perfect on your Big Day.
5. Allow enough time
Plan with your photographer and let them know what you want to capture on your day. A good pro will know what is realistic and plan with you to make the most of your day. We know that it can seem like there is always plenty of time for photos, but with years of shooting weddings under our belt we know that things on a wedding day often take longer than you think they will, and the last thing you want to be doing on your day is stressing about not being able to fit everything you wanted in. Your wedding day is a celebration and you should enjoy every moment of it, so spend the time with your photographer beforehand to make a plan, and then just relax and let them do their job on the day.
