Photography Stories + Planning Guides
Real weddings, elopements and family sessions from across South Australia, along with practical wedding-planning advice gathered from more than 15 years behind the camera. Browse the latest stories below, or explore my wedding planning guides for tips on timelines, family photos, feeling comfortable in front of the camera and more.
Hannah & Simon's Port Willunga Wedding at the Court House and Russell's Pizza
I’ve been looking forward to Hannah & Simon’s wedding since their beautiful engagement session at Kuitpo Forest, (which just happened to be shared on Polka Dot Bride just one week after their wedding!) They chose one of my favourite venues for their wedding day, Russell’s Pizza, the perfect, quirky venue in stunning Port Willunga. Their day was a rustic and relaxed way to celebrate their love with the people they love the most, their friends and family.
Tracey and Brendan's Surprise Wedding Engagement Party at Al Ru Farm
Tracey and Brendan had a very well executed surprise wedding (staged as an engagement party) at Al Ru Farm. We even had a false date and wedding venue alibi for any guest or family member who asked.
Bec & Brady's Golding Winery Wedding SA
Bec & Brady had a super fun wedding full of love and laughter. These two high school sweet hearts make an adorable couple, and capturing their bridal party portraits and first look before the ceremony meant we could dive straight into the party with their friends and family.
Niamah & Michael's Harry Potter Wedding at Bridgewater Mill
Niamah and Michael’s wedding day was magical, but not in the usual sense. It was magical in the truly magical sense, a fantastic fantasy wedding inspired by Harry Potter. With broomsticks for bridesmaid bouquets, and Harry Potter decor and tributes so tastefully done it felt as though we were standing on the Harry Potter film set.
Ellen, Andrew and Callum's Natural Family Portraits at Home
I love capturing family portraits for old wedding clients, especially after they’ve welcomed a new little one to their family. Ellen and Andrew’s beautiful baby boy Callum was such a joy to photograph in their family home. With his cute pensive face and shy little smiles. Photo memories of all those natural moments together as a family.
Ben and Shannon's Beautiful Beach Wedding
Ben and Shannon’s wedding day was very casual and relaxed, not at all formal or stuffy. They had all of their friends and family with them in a big gathering to celebrate. First with a touching ceremony at Sturt’s Cottage in Grange, where many a tear was shed and laughter rang out. Then after some beach portraits, it was on to the Palais in Semaphore, where heartfelt speeches, ample (& delicious food), plus plentiful drinks abounded. Finishing up with some sunset portraits, and a deliciously yolky and hazy sun that magically dipped down to the sea.
Steph & Heath's Adelaide Hills, Hahndorf Wedding
Heath and Steph had a super relaxed and casual wedding, taking advantage of the naturally beautiful surrounds (and even incorporating them into their florals and decor!) From native and natural flora in the centre pieces, to Heath’s late grandad’s orchids (which he has done an AMAZING job looking after) used at the boutonnieres.
Elsie & Ben's Gorgeous Adelaide Wedding
Elsie & Ben's wedding was the definition of elegant and natural, with beautiful locations right across Adelaide. From Sacred Heart Church in Hindmarsh for their reception, through to the Adelaide CBD, rustic Lower Hermitage and finishing up at Sferas for a reception chock-a-block full of yummy food, good times and dancing.
Adelaide Registry Office Wedding
Cameron & Caroline married in a very intimate, secret (& surprise!) wedding at the Adelaide Registry Office on Grenfell St. Nothing fancy, just love all around. It was one of those mostly sunny Adelaide Winter days, and despite some showers we were able to play with a bit of light on the streets of Adelaide. Which made me one very happy photographer, especially with two such lovely people and their beautiful love to celebrate.
Meagan and Chad's Winter Longview Wedding
Meagan and Chad's Winter wedding at Longview winery was a beautifully relaxed day. I've been loving our sunny Winter days, despite the chill. And we were blessed again to have a gorgeously sunny day complete with a stunning sunset. With all of Meagan & Chad's family and friends together in the one place (one of my favourite parts of any wedding), the atmosphere was gorgeously energetic and fun. Everyone coming together to celebrate love with some great food and wine.