Blog : Weddings

Skye and Jeremy become husband and wife in classic style in the gorgeous Mount Lofty Botanic Gardens. Every moment and every detail were just perfect, from Skye’s brother playing as she walked down the isle to having their mothers do readings at the ceremony & grandparents as their witnesses.

I absolutely love “how we met” stories and learning more about Skye and Jeremy’s first meeting at a cousins 21^stand early dating during the speeches was hilarious, loved the speeches, especially Jeremy’s brothers.

I asked about the proposal… Jeremy proposed on an isolated beach in Coffin Bay whilst they were on holiday. He had planned for a while and carried the ring around for the first few days of the trip until the perfect moment came up. Skye did not expect a proposal, they had discussed buying a house before getting married and were still saving for that. She was in shock & thought he was joking!

Thank you for allowing me to share in your first day as husband and wife, I wish you both all the very best for you future and hope you an uber great time on your month long South East Asia honeymoon.
JN xx

Wedding Dress: Ultimate Bride
Shoes: Asos
Jewellery: Miss Martini
Florist: Simply Sublime Events
Rings: Class A Jewellers
Makeup Artist + Hair Stylist: The Glamour Q. Hair Stylist?
Venues: The Mount Lofty Botanic Garden and The Summit Restaurant
Entertainment Ceremony: Zane Ali
Entertainment Reception: Sofie Bozetti
Wedding Photographer: Jade Norwood

Tori + Tom chose an especially spectacular day to have a wedding at Mount Barker in the Adelaide Hills. The setting for this gorgeous reception celebration was exquisite at Newneham and the couple absolutely stunning. With their beloved family, friends and a stylish wedding party, their day was filled with lots of love and laughter. I love that they arrived in style via one of their groomsmen flying them in via a helicopter.

I might just have to make a small mention that I (and my equipment) were actually pretty lucky to make it to the ceremony and the reception… I was walking with a camera infront of my face (you know looking for the best angle possible) and might have happened to have been walking over the pool!! I think Tori might have had a slight heart attack! Thankfully the pool had a cover on and I didn’t even get my feet wet!! hahha

You all I know I love I absolutely love “how we meet” stories… Here is Tom + Tori’s…  Tom and I set eyes on each other when my older cousin had a 25th party. I attended but had to bring a friend along as I didn’t know many of the older people. The night kicked off with a few champagnes and Tom approached me and the chase was on. I must have told Tom I worked at the Lion Hotel and 3 months later he appeared there.
After a big night Tom found my number written on his arm (because his phone went flat) but the last two digits were missing. He knew his sister was friends with me so he had to ask her for those special two numbers.
From there Tom and I started a long distance relationship (me living in Adelaide and him living in the south east). After 2.5 years of the highway and finishing my university degree I made the move to the farm – Tori.

Tori + Tom I hope you are enjoying your honeymoon and thank you both for allowing me to be part of your special day and I wish you health, love and happiness for the future (with many more animals to add to the family ;))

JN xx

Wedding Dress: Caleche
Bridesmaid Dress: Zimmerman
Florist: Blomme Flora
Rings: Cara (Dubai)
Makeup Artist: Tarn Soden
Hair Stylist: Clip Joint – Burnside
Reception venue: Newenham
Wedding photographer: Jade Norwood

Emma + Rory choose a spectacular day to be married. They celebrated with their adoring family, lovely wedding party and jubilant friends. They were encircled with endearing warmth; at Deviation Road Winery located in the Adelaide Hills. The winery is surrounded by the amazing natural bushland, big tall trees, the property also has a dam (and some gorgeous doors – just a little bit of the photographer coming out in me!!).
Emma + Rory are a beautiful couple deeply in love and it shows with abundant laughing, many happy tears, embraces and smiles all around, it was simply heart-warming.

I absolutely love ‘how we met’ stories; Here is what Emma told me about their first introduction “The week before I moved to London, I tagged along to a friend’s (Tara) family dinner. Originally I wasn’t going to go, I didn’t want to crash their family dinner but ended up going because I wanted to spend as much time as I could with Tara before moving to London.
Tara had mentioned the dinner was for Michael from Perth (Tara’s step cousin, I think?!) for his 21st birthday and he was with his friend aka boyfriend …or so we assumed. After a few champagnes and lots of laughing, I discovered Rory wasn’t Michael’s boyfriend and we clicked right away and spent the whole night talking and laughing.”

I wish you both a lifetime of health, love, laughter and adventure.
JN xx

Wedding Dress: Hobnob Bridal
Bridesmaid Dress: ASOS
Suits: MJ Bale
Makeup Artist: Mandy Nash
Hair Stylist: Renee Lewer
Ceremony + Reception Venue: Deviation Road Winery
Rings: Paz Jewellery
Wedding Photographer: Jade Norwood

Typically, the wedding season begins in late September and finishes in early April, taking place in the warmer months and longer days. There is no denying that this is a spectacular time to get married as it is the time of year that everyone is in the mood for a party, the bright blue sky makes a beautiful backdrop for your day, and your sun kissed skin gives you the confidence you need to walk down the aisle with everyone’s eyes on you only.

But there is something just as beautiful about winter weddings. While some brides might quiver at the sight of forming storm clouds, a photographer jumps with glee. A dramatic stormy sky creates the ultimate wow wedding photo. A breeze that playfully flips a brides veil in the wind is something that can’t be replicated in a studio with a fan. An early setting sun gives more time for sunset shots before a reception (instead of during) and on a stormy or cloudy day, can throw the most beautiful colours for a glorious backdrop to create the best wedding photos.

Wedding florists love the selections available in winter, wedding coordinators are itching to create a winter wedding and your favourite hairdresser or make up artist is bound to be able to give you their full attention and excitement for your big day (during wedding season they see so many weddings!). A winter wedding doesn’t mean you have to sacrifice your sleeveless dress, bright bridesmaid colours, or an outdoor wedding. An injection of colour not only brightens the surrounds, but your guests and the mood. If your wedding is outside – be creative, find some shelter, or heating options (outdoor wedding lighting makes for the best wedding photos!). And while the blokes are no doubt pleased that they can wear a full suit to a wedding without sweating up a storm, it doesn’t mean you have to cover the beautiful detail of your dress with something warm (though a bolero might be your style) – again, be creative with your surrounds and your outfit to ensure you are comfortable and as beautiful as you imagined. Double bonus – you won’t get sunburnt or sweat off your makeup!

Winter weddings have the potential to create the best wedding photos that are truly one of a kind – that is, if you get the best wedding photographer on your side too! I have little doubt that Jade Norwood is ready and waiting for her winter wedding call up.

The gorgeous vintage wedding of Natasha + Scott at Peter Teakle Wines – The Line & Label in Port Lincoln.

Wedding Dress – Rapsimo
Bridesmaid dress – Tutu du Monde
Shoes – Alan pinkus & Florsheim
Jewellery – Pedemonte Jewellers
Suits – Jack London
Florist – Robyn & Carol
Cake – Cake Dreams by Wendy
Decorator – EP Function Hire & Ultimate Celebrations
Wedding Celebrant – Ngahuia Trewartha – Mana WellBeing Centre
Makeup – Seishin Spa & Style Bar
Hair – Johnny Georgiou & Anita Proseck 
Ceremony Venue – Peter Teakle Wines Garden
Reception Venue – The Line & Label
Wedding Photographer – Jade Norwood