Sunday was an afternoon full of dancing, running, jumping, spinning and splashing through the chilly but stunning beach waters at Semaphore. This was the beach where Fabian proposed, with bouquets of colourful roses, ice-cream and a sunset. Of course, Beth said yes! And on this chilly but beautiful Sunday Winter evening the sky put on a spectacular show as the sun slowly dipped below the ocean.

Booking your wedding photographer is a big deal! (If you've just booked, congrats! Woohoo!) Your photographer will be creating the memories that will let you relive your wedding day years after the cake, decorations and music are gone. Often this can be the very first time you’ve booked a professional photographer, so you may not be sure what to expect. I can’t speak for every one or every photographer, but here are some things that might help you prepare for and feel relaxed about the special photos on your big day.

It was another sleepy Winter Saturday with soft grey clouds and the gentle pitter patter of rain falling outside. While many were snoozing inside, an exciting story was brewing for Lauren & Max! They married with the sweetest little ceremony and the most gorgeous styling at Sunnybrae. With their beautiful little daughter running between legs and their family and friends all celebrating with a warmth that made the cool Winter day that much more cheery and bright!

Working for yourself has it's freedoms, but also it's random drawbacks of really weird working hours. My bestie (a super cool bike & walking trail building wonder with Trailscapes) is self employed too. Mid June we realised that for the first time (probably ever!) we both had some down time at the same time. What else to do but book in a whirlwind, spontaneous tropical holiday to escape the cold for a week. By some strange miracle, the Indonesian ash cloud decided to stay away for our entire Bali trip, and with barely a delay we were on the plane and on our way!

Discover the best light for wedding photography, including window light, open shade, golden hour, sunset, blue hour and creative night photography.

Saturday was a very special & unique day for Ben & Lisa. After putting their wedding on hold 6 years ago to start their absolutely gorgeous little family, they decided to do things a little differently on their special day. Lisa knew what day she was getting married, but had no idea where! Not only that, but the guests were also kept in the dark until the very last minute. Being told the ceremony location only days before, with a secret bus arranged to take them to the surprise reception venue.

It was one of the coldest days in a long time, and the heavens were open raining down an outpour of luck on the beautiful couple Britt and Cameron. Their second wedding at the most gorgeous Church Rose Park United Parish, after first tying the knot in America. It was a very lucky day, with the sun frequently coming out to put on a beautiful show. Their family was just so gorgeous and welcoming, and the kids were full of bubbly energy running and playing all day long. It really was a beautiful and happy day. Enjoy this sneak peek guys! xx

Photographers need one very important thing to create a photograph, light. Without light we have nothing. When the sun disappears for the day it takes away my favourite thing, it's gorgeous glowing light. Leaving behind it a world of contrast; of highlights and shadows. Last night I ventured out for a few brief minutes to explore this world with my camera and my bestie. Here are the results. xx

What do you do when an unforeseen delay causes you to run out of light 40 minutes earlier than expected? You lap up all that gorgeous setting sun light, grab your big boy flash and chase cars and their headlights!

What's one of the best things about Winter? Hot, smokey log fires and warm gatherings of company around them. Simon & Linda's winter wedding at Sinclair Gully's Winery in Norton Summit was full of all of the very best stuff. The weather was kind and we enjoyed beautiful sunshine all day long. From the scrummy looking tapas & Paella from Juan's Paella to the ample wine, good vibes and laughter ringing out across the gully, this wedding was just perfect. Congrats Simon & Linda, hope you guys have an awesome honeymoon!