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Okay! I’ve got one of the best pre-wedding photo locations in all of Australia here – Wineglass Bay in Tasmania. If you’ve been dreaming of an Australian pre-wedding shoot, then believe me, Wineglass Bay deserves a spot on your list. Wineglass Bay offers the best of the Australian landscapes in one place. It’s the kind […]
Picture epic oceans with rugged cliffs, vibrant forests with cascading waterfalls, sandy deserts, and a lively, culturally rich cityscape. These 6 locations are gems you want to consider when planning your pre-wedding photoshoot around Melbourne.
Trying to find a unique wedding venue in Melbourne? Selecting a venue is nothing short of a mammoth task. I’ve heard countless stories from clients and friends about how they wished they had some trusted suggestions. So here it is, my curated list of 10 most unique Melbourne wedding venues. Rupert on Rupert – Collingwood […]
Finding the perfect wedding dress in Melbourne is such a personal choice. With each bride carefully choosing the look and style they love the most. Gone are the days when a white wedding gown symbolised outdated ideas of purity, innocence and the end of your singledom. The modern wedding gown is all about expressing your […]
Want to oganise a timeline for a wedding day? Most of us aren’t event planners by trade! So it’s understandable that trying to organise every aspect of your wedding day to make sure that it goes down without a hitch can feel overwhelming. Flesh out a solid run-sheet for your wedding day ahead of time […]
If you thought that finding a wedding venue was hard, wait until you start looking for a place to go after the day is all wrapped up (even without the mother-in-law’s opinion…) Just like planning your pre-wedding prep, you need to take some time to think about where you’re going to spend your wedding night. […]
Deciding which flowers to use for your wedding day can be a surprisingly difficult task, as without the expertise of a florist you might end up settling on buds that are out of season or unsuited to your wedding venue. To help out, I asked some of the top florists in Melbourne five different questions […]
Planning a pre-wedding photoshoot in Melbourne? Pre-wedding shoots in Australia are on the rise and it’s easy to see why – I mean, what’s not to love? Australia has some of the most incredible scenery on the planet. From rugged coastlines and dense rainforests to cities full of thriving arts scenes, architectural beauty, and amazing […]
Finding a Melbourne wedding venue can be a headache. Between collaborating with your spouse-to-be and their family to agree on something that aligns with everybody’s taste. And not to mention finding a beautiful-yet-affordable location. The process of choosing a place to get married can be downright overwhelming… But don’t throw your hands up and elope […]
Looking to capture the best family photos at your wedding? Here are some tips on what to keep in mind. With wedding schedules often being tightly packed, rounding up all the relatives at the same time can seem like an unnecessary hassle. And believe me, I get it! Keeping young cousins smudge-free, wayward uncles on […]
If you’ve asked yourself the question, “What is a wedding arbour and do I need one?”, I’ve got you covered. A wedding arbour basically acts as the backdrop for your ceremony and can later be used to decorate the reception, or even double up as a photo-booth backdrop. Arbours are a great way to infuse […]
If you’ve never been in a wedding party before, you might not realise that some of the best pictures actually get taken before the ceremony and the reception. Wedding prep photos are taken during the time leading up to the actual event, often when the bride and groom can be seen getting ready. These photos […]
Finding the perfect country wedding venue for your special day can feel like a Herculean task, as there are so many destinations to choose from and without personally visiting every one it’s difficult to know when you’ve struck gold. Your first step should be to decide on the type of wedding that you want to […]
Small Talk Events are the new kids on the block when it comes to wedding venues in the inner northern suburbs of Melbourne. This trendy open plan warehouse is located in Abbotsford on the bustling Johnston Street. With a large open space and a semi-outdoor area, it is a perfect blank canvas to design your dream […]
Five Collingwood wedding venues you must know about There’s something special about Melbourne’s inner north. The ambience of cafes and bars that spill out on to the street, the sound of trams rumbling by and the smell of coffee around every corner. Speaking of northside, let’s get acquainted with Collingwood: the blue-collar-turned-trendy inner city suburb […]
Your wedding day is approaching … let’s talk about how to make it rad. I have put together a few ideas to help entertain your guests at your wedding reception. They are all fun and some are quite unique. They are a nice way to offer your guests something different while capturing the essence of […]
Putting on a Sydney wedding photography workshop is always such a big task. Putting together all the content, organising a space, all the sponsors and food. It can be overwhelming for me in the lead up to the workshop. But once everyone gets together and I see all these eager faces, it makes it all […]
A top 10 confetti guide! There’s something so incredibly joyous about confetti, the colour, the action, the glitter, the fact that its raining tiny little rainbows of happiness over you. Its no wonder people choose it as a way to celebrate love. We’ve put together a confetti guide along with some of our most loved […]
It felt like only yesterday that I was brainstorming the idea of creating a wedding expo, and now Found With Love has come and gone! Myself, Amy (Raven & the Rose) and Judith (Toko Events) have been working around the clock these last couple of months in preparation for the Expo and we can proudly […]
Creating a wedding expo has been on my to-do list for a while now, but it’s only after being surrounded by the wedding industry for the past 5 years that I feel confident in providing you with the best wedding vendors Melbourne has to offer. It is my pleasure to introduce.. Found With Love! […]
There’s something magical about turning your photography into wedding prints. Until fairly recently wedding memories have always been tangible. Flicking through albums and holding up your parents and grandparent wedding prints is a treasured experience for many of us. Prints give us insight into who they are, the way they celebrated their love and their […]
The Raddest Melbourne Photo Booth The wedding photo booth equates to only one thing…FUN! We may be a little bias but we believe we have the raddest photo booth in Melbourne and we have proof, introducing The Heartbreak Hotel… The Props People love the fun vibes of our Melbourne photo booth and jump on in […]
Imagine the excitement as you open an email that announces your very own wedding slideshow is ready. You sit down with your loved one, pour a glass of red or indulge in a bowl of ice cream (or both), snuggle in, press play and see your incredible wedding photos for the first time. Now imagine […]
Today on the blog we have a special guest and an all time favourite in the wedding industry. Please welcome Shonel from Nomad Styling! Now that I am planning my own wedding, I realise there is so much I don’t know about others in the industry. So catching up with people like Shonel, gives me […]
There are so many layers to think about when you plan your wedding day. Bringing them all together requires lots of focus on timing. If you want to make the absolute most of your wedding photography, allowing the right amount of time for photos in all parts of the day is essential. The getting ready. I like […]
Toko Events is new on the wedding scene and it is never easy for a new business. I worked with these guys a couple of times and loved what they were doing. So I thought I would get in touch with them and get a little insight into what they do and why. It is […]
Rupert On Rupert in Collingwood is one of my favourite wedding venues around Melbourne and today I have the pleasure of giving you, a little insight behind the doors of such a beautiful venue. I had a chance to shoot a few “Behind the scenes” photos and chat to the owners, Ric & Mali. Ric […]
Having a perfect outdoor wedding is everyone’s dream. If you are a couple getting married in a casual, friendly atmosphere, providing a little bit of hint to your guests about your wedding theme will be mandatory. Your guests will be able to avoid being a fashion disaster by choosing the wrong dress (e.g wearing a […]
Elopements are beautiful, incredibly personal and completely focused on your love for each other. They give you the freedom to adventure almost anywhere in the world together and let each other know how important your relationship is. Elopements are all about intimacy and I love that they bring you so close to the core of […]
I love shooting editorials, especially when it is for one of my favourite magazines. Hello May Magazine wanted to create something a little different and a bit moody for issue 14. So they felt my style would compliment their vision perfectly. It is a great experience working with such a talented team of people and […]
Almost every weekend I am shooting a wedding at a new venue that I have never visited before. I love the diversity of weddings I shoot and the amazing locations I get to visit. Sometimes it is nice to come back to a venue that I have worked at before, especially if the venue is […]
High mountain tops, vast sandy deserts, small figures amongst the tallest trees, deep in snow, against midnight skies in Iceland…These are some of the incredible portrait locations we see on the internet coming to us from all over the world and I wouldn’t blame any couple that finds it a little overwhelming. These locations undoubtedly […]
Wedding photography is a constant process of learning and crafting light to work for me so I can get the most incredible photos I can on your wedding day. There are a few elements to think about when planning your day that can really help, so let’s have a chat about them. Sunny days – […]
I have been so blessed with my career as a photographer so far, but that is not to say I haven’t made a lot of mistakes along the way. The truth is, I will make many more mistakes as well. But we always learn the most from those situations and it helps us and our businesses grow. […]
It’s not often that I am in New York, or I do engagement shoots. So I really wanted to make the most from my trip. I lugged all my film camera equipment across to the other side of the world just for this shoot. It is not easy bringing a big Pentax 67 or a […]
I work alongside so many great vendors at weddings, so naturally I always love to chat to them to understand their job a little better. The more I know about the different vendors, the easier it is for me to work with them so we all end up with the best results on a wedding […]
It really is a dream come true, traveling the world doing what I love. When I first made the transition to becoming a wedding photographer, I did it so I could experience more from life, walk into the unknown and travel the world. So far I can proudly say that I am very successful. Success […]
Marysville in the Yarra Ranges is such a beautiful area and a perfect location for photoshoots. I have actually shot a really nice engagement shoot out in this forest before and the photos looked incredible. The forest is so beautiful when the sun is coming through the tree’s, but I also love it when the […]
Wedding illustrators? Is that actually a thing? YES.. yes it is! I know not a lot of people have ever seen wedding illustrations or would even think about hiring someone to illustrate guests at their wedding. So I thought it would be a good idea to have a chat to one of Melbourne’s only wedding […]
Glasshaus nursery wedding venue in Cremorne is one of Melbourne’s coolest spots to get married. I think it is also Melbourne’s best kept secret! It is such a beautiful venue and so close to the CBD. One of my favourite things about GlassHaus is that it is right around the corner from my studio! So I […]
Why not enjoy your photos the best way possible, with a wedding book! It feels nice to run your hands over each page, slowing down to tell your friends the story behind each image. It is a little reward you can enjoy after all of the hard work you put into organising your wedding. I am a […]
Many photographers are not happy with the idea of other people at weddings with cameras. And for good reason, they can potentially interfere with your best photo or an important part of the day. Personally, I have no problem with friends and family bringing their cameras to the weddings I shoot. It is your wedding day and your friends […]
There are many benefits of a second photographer. One of the main benefits is that a wider verity of images can be captured, and therefore create better coverage of the day. Having a second photographer also allows me to be more creative. Having someone with me to photograph the safe shots enables me to move […]
I have shot a few weddings alongside Sean (Marry Me Sean) as the celebrant. He is always a joy to work with. So I thought I would ask him a few questions to get a better understanding into his line of work. Sean, I would love to know, what is a wedding to you? A wedding is […]
Wedding floristry is such a big part of modern and traditional ceremonies and receptions. Flowers can really set the mood and bring out personality at any wedding. So I thought I would get an insight from one of my favourite florists, Ame from Raven and The Rose. I have worked with Ame on many weddings and […]