e-session – Amro and Gauri – Newtown
When Gauri and Amro asked me to photograph their e-session in Newtown, I could barely contain my excitement. Their playful nature and utter inability to last for more than five seconds without cracking up laughing, combined with the energy and vibrant colour and textures of Newtown promised to result in some fantastic images. Here are a few of my favourites from the day. Note for photographers: Most of these photos made use of off-camera lighting. Taking your flash off camera gives you the ability to add another dimension to your images...
read moree-session – Matt and Beck – The Rocks, Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge
Nothing can prepare you for the sheer silliness of Matt and Beck. Beneath all the crazy, Matt and Beck share a warm-and-fuzzy love. Beck: “Can Matt chase me around a tree like he does at home?” Beck to me: “Make sure you get some photos of me poking my tongue out”. My hands-down favourite from the afternoon: Thanks for the great afternoon Matt and Beck – I can’t wait for the...
read moreElvyn and Nish’s Indian Wedding – Sydney Opera House, Sydney Harbour Bridge, The Rocks
Elvyn and Nish are down to earth with a strong sense of family, and maintain a deep love and respect for one another. Our conversations leading up to the wedding as well as during their e-session earlier in the year were less about wedding talk and more about our lives and families. Their wedding day was no different – amidst the flurry of activity around Nish as she was getting dressed and made-up, she still sported a wide, cheeky grin. Elvyn, as always, presented a calm and collected exterior. We then met up a block away from...
read moree-session – Pooja and Ishu – Sydney Harbour Bridge, Rocks, Opera House
This was more of a “pre-reception” photo session, as Pooja and Ishu were married in grand style in India earlier in December and came to Sydney to host a reception at Le Montage. Based in London, Pooja met Ishu in India while he was enlisted in the Indian Army. Pooja always has everyone in stitches with her razor sharp wit and self-referential humour. They both never take themselves seriously, love to dance and love each other’s company. Here are some of my favourites from their session, which led us through Sydney’s...
read moree-session – Pranil and Vijita – Nurragingy Reserve Doonside
Last week I drove up to the spacious Nurragingy Reserve in Doonside for Vijita and Pranil’s pre-wedding photo session. They are shy, calm and contemplative and share a close connection. Pranil and Vijita, thanks for spending time with me and I look forward to capturing some beautiful moments at your wedding next...
read moreCentennial Vineyards Wedding – Sebastien and Gisella – Bowral, Southern Highlands
Last weekend I travelled down to the Southern Highlands for Sebastien and Gisella’s wedding. Gisella’s family friend had graciously allowed them to use their huge farm in Robertson for the ceremony. Gisella designed her own dress, with a long, flowing train and intricate lace work. She even designed her bouquet: I stopped by Sebastien’s rented home in Robertson to find him and his family exchanging excited banter in French. Sebastien is such a romantic; I asked him, “how are you feeling?”, to which he replied,...
read moreAraluen Epping Wedding – Adam and Rachael
Adam and Rachael are warm, approachable people who exude style and confidence. They have a heartfelt appreciation for one another and their family and friends, which became evident throughout their wedding day. I arrived at Rachael’s house as her and the girls were putting their finishing touches on. Shoes by Panache: Rachael was made for her beautiful, flowing gown: Nothing like a big smooch from mum and dad to calm the nerves! The historic Araluen: The girls looked gorgeous, and the flower-girl covered her face while walking up...
read moreTaronga Function Centre Wedding – Emma and Jeremy – Santa Sabina Chapel,
A few months ago I photographed Emma and Jeremy’s urban e-session in Glebe. Today it was a still and unbearably hot morning as I pulled up at Emma’s house. The girls had just come home from their hair and make-up appointments; Emma was visibly nervous as she slipped into her exquisite bridal gown and did some last-minute touch ups before heading to Santa Sabina Chapel for her wedding ceremony. Emma, classic and elegant: Emma’s father, filled with pride and love: Such a sweet couple: Some images from the historic...
read moree-session – Elvyn + Nish – La Perouse
Having photographed Alan and Tammie earlier in the week also in La Perouse, I set myself a challenge to take a completely different set of photos of Elvyn and Nish’s e-session. This is why I love capturing the subtle yet significant differences in the relationships between people; every photo session is unique to those people, even if the location is the same. Last weekend I met up with Nish and Elvyn for their e-session in La Perouse. Every time we meet we get on like old friends – they are open, honest and their love for each...
read moree-session – Alan + Tammie – La Perouse
Tammie found me through my Flickr page, of all places. Currently living in New York, she was visiting Sydney and wanted to surprise her boyfriend Alan with a couple photo shoot. After a rainy day reschedule we met up in one of my favourite places, La Perouse. Here are some of the images I captured of this playful and loving...
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