I thought today’s dreary grey day could do with some prettying up!  It also seemed fitting as the rain bucketed down for these guys as well – all night during the eve of the wedding and most of the following day until it was time to start getting ready.  Calling these two lucky would be an understatement!  We had soft skies, a little sunny warmth, not too much wind, and so many wonderful people to celebrate with.  I love the fact that so many of my bride and grooms are so laidback and easygoing, and most of all, how much in love they are.  Annabel and Jamie are definitely no exception, going strong after more than ten years!  Congratulations you two!! xoxo

There is nothing more intimate than a wedding in your own garden with those near and dear.  Jo and Tom did just this, and boy did they do it in style. I loved every bit of this wedding, and most importantly those beautiful moments captured between lovers, parents, friends….a kiss, a smile, and those knowing looks of contentment for a couple who were meant to be.  Congratulations you two, I’m totally envious of that amazing backyard and your moonlit celebrations….so incredibly beautiful.  Thanks to zab and luisa for helping to capture this wedding and for giving us the chance to party into the moonlight with you xx!!

I can’t get enough of these two.  I had no idea what to expect when Mine asked if she could do this beloved session around her family home.  I loved that it was some place meaningful for them.  To my surprise (and delight!), I found Soner standing guard at the back entrance of their property, watching for any cars that might need to use the road (or for any passerbys hoping they could pinch some of their vintage roadside goodies haha!).  You two are so full of life and so much fun to shoot, thank you for making a dull grey afternoon so unexpectedly awesome. xx

Pure. Simple. True.

Wow.  That’s what I was left thinking at so many points during this wedding.   From the stunning Louboutin shoes, jaw dropping J’aton gown, gorgeous Susan Avery florals, and impeccable style all round.  Phyl is a dear old friend of mine so I had been looking forward to these celebrations for awhile and and expected nothing less from this wonderwoman. What I didn’t expect was poor Phyl to be suffering from a gigantic migraine when I arrived, curled up on her knees in the hotel room and most obviously in a great deal of pain.  Quick thinking from a friend and just before she was due to leave, the hotel concierge doctor was brought in and an injection given to try and ease the pain.  I joked that a band-aid sat where the garter would otherwise be.  I’m not quite sure how effective the injection was but suffice to say the day just got better and better and boy was there a party.  With surprise fireworks.  And barefoot dancing on couches (a common occurrence for this crowd I’m told). And the most gorgeous Sydney harbour backdrop these overseas guests could ask for.  Thank you Phyl and James for asking Joel and I to cover your day, wishing you every blessing ahead and for a most awesome honeymoon in Whistler and Rio.  Party on!!  xox

Love + blessings, xoxo

Oh my heart.  This was the kind of session I could do over and over again and never stop being in awe of the simple blessing of life with loved ones.  When Leah asked me to do a family session for her, I was super excited and at the same time rather nervous as we had decided to do it all on film and I wasn’t sure how fast I could focus on her little kiddies!  The time rolled around and ideas were tossed about.  One thing led to another and suddenly we had a gorgeous property in the mountains to stay in, and both our little families had a wonderful weekend away.  Jesse particularly loved Malia and her six year old energy!  Thank you immensely dear Leah for this opportunity to capture your family, love you lots!! xo

Suffice to say that words can’t express the love that these two share.  I’m not going to try and put it into words, but I know each and every person lucky enough to know these two will know what I mean.  Thank you Sara and Ty, for reminding me yet again why I love doing what I do.  Thank you for being so in love, that your love overflows into the hearts of others tenfold.   And for that one day, I was able to share in a little bit of it too and I hope you can see that through some of these images.  I heart you guys, xo.

…Love.  And family.  A place to call home.  And a perfect latte or two.  Joel and I feel so blessed to have known this couple, and everytime we meet them we are inspired to see how perfect things can be when created straight from the heart.  It was the first time we’d been over to their little pad and Bec texts me as I’m about to arrive to say she forgot to tell me that they live in a warehouse space, just in case I couldn’t find what I was looking for.  Even more perfect I thought, and we were wowed by how they had converted it, still in the making, and already so homely and cozy and just right.  It was one of those perfect lazy days where we could catch up while I had fun with my film cameras, documenting their love and their beautiful Eve,  and sharing a little of our lives together.  Thank you lovelies for having us over, and also for those yummy cinnamon rolls and coffees!! Much love, xoxo