A couple of years ago I photographed the wedding of Marcus and Leah, fast forward to last week and they are now a family of four. I had the chance to meet their latest addition, baby Denver at their home in Jaspers Brush and she sure is special! I feel so blessed to be welcomed into the homes of new parents and to meet babies so new to the world. It won’t be long until Regal and Denver are running around, the best of friends. Here are some of the highlights from our in-home session together.
The Pont Family
Our family and kids portrait sessions in Jervis Bay are very popular with good reason. We are lucky to live in an area with well protected beaches surrounded by National Park. The colour of the water is breathtaking and the sand is some of the whitest in the world. My latest session kicked off in the bushland near Blenheim Beach with the Pont family and finished on the sand. It was a lot of fun, here are some of the highlights.
Willow Farm Styled Shoot
Our latest shoot took place at Willow Farm in Berry, NSW. We wanted to showcase a modern country wedding with trendy arches and pews for the ceremony mixed with bohemian styled dried foliage and soft white florals. For the reception, it was all about moody ambiance. The team designed an epic tablescape that was lit by chandeliers, candles, and festoon lighting. The texture from the gown was reflected in the three-tier cake that was also dressed in matching florals. Holly and Brigette worked together to create a natural makeup look and soft, romantic waves. Real-life husband and wife AJ and Alyssa got to spend the afternoon away from their five kids for a chance to re-live their wedding day. We were able to photograph this shoot in 90 minutes, finishing the session with some gelato and champagne just as the rain set in. Thank you to our incredible team for not only doing a great job but for making this one so much fun!
Venue: Willow Farm, Berry
Styling: The Wedding and Event Creators
Florist: Frank and Bloom
Flower Hire: The Faux Flower Company
Gelato: The Gelato Bike
Hair Stylist: Hair by Holly Gould
Makeup Artist: Brigette Alana MUA
Gown: Your Art Bridal
Cake: Roseberry Cake Creations
Hair Accessory: And You Bridal
Alcohol: Henry Clive Caravan Bar
Hyams Beach Elopement Shoot
I loved being part of this elopement styled shoot at Hyams Beach in Jervis Bay. The inspiration was to create a luxe coastal beach wedding for the surfy couple. The brief was to keep things simple with a Bo and Luca silk gown, loose wavy hair, and soft natural makeup. Hoorah Events teamed up with A Tiny Florist to design an arbour and tablescape that screamed beach romance for the boho bride. We were spoilt with the most perfect sunset for our last portraits of the day. Here are some of my favourite photos from what was an incredible shoot by the sea.
Location: Hyams Beach, Jervis Bay
Stylist and Furniture Hire: Hoorah Events
Florist: A Tiny Florist
Makeup Artist: Ella and Me
Hair Stylist: Absolute Hair by Tia
Gown: Your Art Bridal
Grooms Attire: The Collared Man
Cake: The Grazing Girls
Blenheim Extended Family Session
Ashleigh took the opportunity of having her family all together on a beautiful winters day to have their photos taken. We met up at Blenheim Beach for a morning session where the kids explored the beach and the adults caught up. Jervis Bay always puts on a show at this of year. Here are some of the highlights.
David and Manija's Wedding
David and Manija chose to have a morning ceremony followed by a small intimate wedding of 20 guests, at Oliveto Ristorante & Bar. The team at Oliveto worked with Sydney Prop Hire to style the ceremony and reception using bright pink florals. Following the formalities we took a stroll around Bray’s Bay to capture some natural portraits. Congratulations to David and Manija on your marriage and thank you for inviting me along to celebrate with you both.
Greenfield's Family Session
Last week I ventured to Greenfields Beach in Jervis Bay to catch up with Josh and Erica. I captured some photos of them walking up and down the beach and playing in the sand with their little one. The South Coast has lots of beautiful locations so I never have to travel far for a booking. The white sand and blue ocean made for the perfect backdrop for this family session. I always suggest we meet in the morning or afternoon so we get great lighting. Here are some of the highlights.
Nest Residential Design Berry Project
I recently photographed “King of the hill” another incredible project by Nest Residential Design. Named by its neighbors, this stunning home overlooks beautiful Berry, NSW. No expense was spared in bringing this vision to life. Below I have listed the team who made this build possible.
Nest Residential Design
Harlor Building
Brick Effect
Rob McMaster
Colorbond Steel
Bruhn Limestone
Family Session at Blenheim Beach
Below are some of the highlights from my recent family session at Blenheim Beach. One of the things I love about shooting outdoors is it allows me to capture candid moments where the family are having fun. If you follow my blog you would know that Blenheim is my favourite beach on the South Coast, its protected from the wind and the lighting is perfect. Thank you Kristie for organising this session, you have a beautiful family.
Alanna and Geoff's Engagement Shoot
I finished my week off with an engagement session at Blenheim Beach, my favourite spot in Jervis Bay. Having spent the afternoon getting to know Alanna and Geoff I cannot wait to join them at their wedding in Mudgee next year. Congratulations on your engagement guys, now let the countdown begin.
The Downes Family at Terara Riverside Gardens
Last week I caught up with Marty and Megan to meet the newest addition to the Downes family, little George. It was nice for Megan and Marty to head back to Terara Riverside Gardens, so they could show their boys where they got married. I had so much fun catching up with this family of four and watching Charlie in his new role as big brother. Congratulations Marty and Megan, George is perfect.
Travis and Amy's Engagement Session
Unfortunately due to Covid Travis and Amy had to postpone their wedding, but we spent the day together anyway. I’m sure when the restrictions ease it will be worth the wait guys.
Not your average warehouse wedding!
We shared a vision with Elyza from Ivy Lane Collective that we wanted to showcase a fun warehouse wedding full of good vibes and a whole lot of pink. With the help of an awesome team, we were able to pull off a styled shoot that contrasts an industrial warehouse with soft florals and sequins. It was so fun to catch up with real-life husband and wife Alex and Mel who I met three years ago at their own wedding. We were so lucky to collaborate in the Ivy Lane warehouse that already oozed so much character. Here are some of the highlights from one of our favourite shoots to date!
Location: Ivy Lane Warehouse South Nowra
Styling and florist: Ivy Lane Collective
Gown: Alca Line Bride
Jacket: Dear Love
Hair Accessory: And You Bridal
Hair Stylist: Whyld Hair
Makeup Artist: Sally Ann Beauty
Cocktails: Rambling Rose Bar
Furniture Hire: South Coast Party Hire
Neon Hire: The Wedding and Event Creators
Place cards and menus: White Cherry Invitations
That Hair and Beauty Place
I recently photographed some business content for That Hair and Beauty Place in Sanctuary Point. I was greeted by a team of friendly staff who showed me around their immaculate salon which offers a large range of professional Hair, Beauty, and Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) services. Thank you Liz for inviting me into the salon and showing me what you girls get up to at work. To make an appointment call (02) 4443 7332.
The Wedding and Event Creators
One of my latest bookings was with Vanessa from The Wedding and Event Creators. We met up at Secrets of Terara, a new wedding venue just minutes from Nowra to photograph some inventory for her website. The Wedding and Event Creators are a wedding planning company located in Gerringong that offers a range of services, from partial to full wedding planning. They can coordinate the whole event, set up for you on the day, or you can just hire styling props from them.
To find out more click here.
Rachel's Maternity Session
I’m so excited for Jayde and Rachel who are soon to welcome their little boy into the world. I had the privilege of capturing their wedding for them in Hawaii last year, so seeing their journey together is so special. Congratulations on your exciting news and all the best for the arrival of your son.
Cloud 9 Jervis Bay
Last week I had the chance to photograph Cloud 9, a luxury holiday house new to the South Coast. This unique villa is situated on one of the highest points of Vincentia and has an incredible 180° view of Jervis Bay.
This coastal villa was designed using unique architectural materials like charred timber, concrete render, polished concrete flooring throughout, wall paneling, floor to ceiling slate wall tiles in bathroom, brushed brass tapware giving the property the ultimate luxury feeling.
To find out more or to book your stay click here.
Suppliers:
Nest Residential Design
Eco Timber
Zen Fireplaces
James Hardie
CS Concrete Polishing
Colourbond
Ison and Co Nowra and Huskisson
Kingsman Kitchens
Highgrove Bathrooms
Lighthouse Plumbing
Kiteleys Nowra
Ohana Homes
Sheet N Set Plastering
Hanlon Windows
Winter at Worrowing
We spent our Sunday collaborating with some clever creatives at Worrowing Estate. The shoot was tailored to the party couple wanting a laid back afternoon wedding. By bringing in furniture from Heart and Timber the couple could kick back and enjoy some lawn games from A Game of Love, sip on cocktails from The Rambling Rose Bar, and dessert from The Gelato Bike. The bride Ally rocked her Juno gown from Alca Line Bride which was paired with a gold And You Bridal crown and finished with a custom jacket from Dear Love. Jessica Lea matched the bouquet and bar with moody natives suiting the Australian bush venue. Brigette Alana went for an effortless natural makeup look that matched perfectly to the soft waves created by Absolute Hair by Tia. We got to know Dean and Ally that little bit better by asking some hilarious questions in the wedding shoe game. If you are looking for some wedding inspo, you’ve come to the right place.
Venue: Worrowing
Gown: Alca Line Bride
Robe and Jacket: Dear Love
Suit: Politix
Makeup Artist: Brigette Alana MUA
Hair Stylist: Absolute Hair by Tia
Hair Accessory: And You Bridal
Florist: Jessia Lea
Furniture Hire: Heart and Timber and The Rambling Rose Bar
Game Hire: A Game of Love
Bar: The Rambling Rose Bar
Dessert: The Gelato Bike
A Sunset Wedding at The Cove
We spent our long weekend with some talented industry friends, crafting a boho wedding shoot in Booderee National Park, at one of the South Coasts’ best-kept secrets. We had a vision for a relaxed wedding, with a first look on the private beach at The Cove, followed by an intimate picnic on the grounds. We imagined a wedding for the relaxed bride, who wanted everything in the one spot so she could celebrate with her friends and family. We drew inspiration from the quirky property which has been perfectly curated for that coastal boho wedding vibe. Real-life husband and wife, Jake and Jana, escaped their roles as mum and dad and joined us for all the fun.
Venue: The Cove Jervis Bay
Furniture Hire and Styling: The Wedding and Event Creators
Florist: Ivy Lane Collective
Gown: Boho Bridal Design from Storybook Bridal
Hair Stylist: Kristy Patrice Hair
Makeup Artist: Brigette Alana MUA
Gelato: The Gelato Bike
Flower Installation: Gypsy Carmen
Botanica Shoot at Terara Riverside Gardens
We spent the last day of Autumn with past clients and friends Sam and Demi at one of our favourite South Coast wedding venues. Terara Riverside Gardens is a picturesque waterfront venue located on the Shoalhaven River that spans over 5 acres. The property changes with the seasons and for us this meant explosions of red and orange from the maple trees that line the grounds. The team at Piccolo and Poppi designed a stunning soiree in the lush Greenhouse. This new addition to the property is the perfect space for wet weather ceremonies and intimate receptions. Our team shared a vision that was inspired by all things botanical and told the story of the modern bride. That talented team is listed below.
Venue: Terara Riverside Gardens
Florist and Stylist: Piccolo and Poppi
Furniture Hire: Heart and Timber
Gown: Alca Line Bride
Hair Stylist: Whyld Hair
Makeup Artist: Brigette Alana MUA
Hair Accessory: And You Bridal
Place Cards: White Cherry Invitations
Espresso Martini Favours: Melbourne Martini
Candles: Southern Lights Candle Co
Lawn Game: A Game Of Love
Dessert: The Gelato Bike
