Rebecca and Luke 14th November 2009

It was a beautiful Saturday afternoon at the most GLORIOUS venue I've yet to photograph at, with two absolutely gorgeous individuals, who were childhood sweethearts, and one super fun bridal party. Days like this make me go WOOHOO!

Ceremony - Alverstoke in Brunswick
Ceremony Decorations - Creations Unlimited
Locations - Alverstoke and Australind estury
Reception - Bunbury Golf Club
Hair and Makeup - Hair on Wellington
Florist - Australind Florist



We stated the day visiting Luke and his boys chilling out in front of the cricket! Then to the fast paced preperations of the ladies, all looking fab in their matching robes and being primpped and beautified byu the lovely ladies from Hair on Wellington. Bec's sparkles and jewels and shoes (oh my!) were all fabulous and I had much fun playing around with the Bridesmaid Boxes that were given to the girls.







Off to Alverstoke for the ceremony!! I LOVE THIS PLACE!!! Seriously Im going to be selling my first born to pay for it if it ever comes up for sale. Its an old turn of the century farm, all laid out with the old scholhouse, stables and farmstead, just as it was 100 years ago. The roses are to die for too!





We stayed for some photofun....













And then off to the Australind Estuary for some more!







Sunset found us at the golf club - Hole 10 has an AWESOME view!



The reception had been styles by Rebecca herself! It looked amazing :)





Thanks so much for a wonderful afternoon!!!!!!!!! Slideshowy goodness coming up!

Rowena and Bryce, 7th November 2009

A little rain never hurts my spirits!! While it may have been a tad soggy last Saturday, it was a lovely day for a garden wedding!

Ceremony and Reception - Rowena's parents property, Australind
Hair and Makeup - For Weddings and a Party Kirstie Bower
Flowers - Florist Gump
Celebrant - Vanessa Pyett

We started the day visiting Bryce and Rowena at their respective getting ready spots - was all calm and serene! I like a Wedding Day that's laid back and casual :)



Rowena's mum had put so much effort into the gardens for the ceremony and a huge marquee was set up for the reception. It was a real family affair, with Rowena's sisters gracing the bridesmaids and her step dad was a groomsman. Pretty cool!











The rain was kind to us, only showering after the ceremony and before the bridal party session - even if it did make the grass a little damp...





Crazy bunch of people :) Love it!!



The light was so awesome down by the estuary we just had to stop for 5 mins on the way back....







What a fantastic wedding - thank you so much for having us share your day with you both!





Now for more fun in the slideshow!!!

Rowena and Bryce, Engagement Session

I met up with Rowena and Bryce in Australind, down by the Collie River, to try out a spot or two for their wedding next weekend. I love checking out new places that I may not have even know was there, and engagement sessions are a perfect time to try out new stuff!







I dont think I want to know what was being whispered in Bryce's ear here!!





Then around the corner to the Scout Hall, which has the yummiest little shady green spot, just perfect for a very warm spring Sunday.







The river is banked by a grove of paperbark trees which look AMAZING...cant wait for next weekend guys!!!!

Kristi and Pete, Engagement Portrait

I met up with Kristi and Pete on the Australind foreshore yesterday. Pete, like many guys, was thinking "This is a fate worse that Death" but I'm sure he can see the outcome was worth it ;)

Kristi looked so gorgeous, and you can just see how much she adores Pete.







It was beooootiful weather yesterday, just look at that gorgeous sky!



We went around the corner to the little dell off the Collie River for a few more...



What a gorgeous looking duo :)



Thanks so much guys! I'm really looking forward to May :) Should be awesome!



(and you can have a few beers for the next lot Pete ;))

Emma and Michael Engagement Portrait!

These two are my new favorite couple :) They were so easy to work with, so very much in love, AND they showed me the BEST new location in Australind.... WOOHOO!

We started off at the Australind Estuary Jetty.... It was a beautiful overcast day, perfect for a portrait shoot.

This was too cute...I said "Look behind to your handsome fella" and she blows him a kiss...which he caught and kept safe for later...just too cute!!

Emma went to school at Australind High (and coincidentally my step mother was the Principle there at the time...small world down here in the sticks :)) and used to go cross country running down by the stream. She brought us there for some more pics! I am now in love with this area and thank her profusely for showing me!!












Two totally gorgeous people, Thank you for sharing the afternoon with me! I got the sweetest email from Emma the day after....

Hi Clare,

Just wanted to let you know that Michael and I had an awesome time with you on Wednesday!
I think we were both quite worried about having our photos taken, how they would turn out etc...
But we were so pleased!

Thank you so much for everything! We are really looking forward to spending our wedding day with you!

Emma

And I with you guys :)