a wedding scene storyboarded

storyboarding is something that is more suited to productions where there’s a high degree of pre planning taking place. corporate shoots, short or feature films, that sort of thing.

the type of production where scenes can be planned – usually through sketches – and then exactingly shot and re-shot based on the production brief – referring back to the storyboard as a reference.

it’s not really suited to weddings due to the unpredictable, fluid nature with how things happen.

I would never storyboard a scene from a wedding. it’s the complete opposite to how I approach a wedding day.

but…

if I was ever going to do it, I’m pretty sure the resulting storyboard would look exactly like these few frames from C+L’s film.

you don’t want to miss seeing this celebration.

coming soon…

katie and lee | mum – it says ‘happy wedding’

there’s something inherently beautiful about any family unit, whatever the dynamics or make up of it.

witnessing the energy and love that parents pour into their kids is something special.

katie and lee had booked me for their wedding quite some time ago but it was postponed for 12+ months when their family of 3 expanded by +1 with little daisy.

the day spent with them was as fun as it was inspiring – and that’s saying something.

“mum – it says ‘happy wedding’…”

the skinny on katie and lee’s day:
ceremony: north byron events
photography: blue tulip imaging
celebrant: michelle shannon
music licensed and used with permission bit.ly/JvNZ9o

sephora and kirit / everybody’s a softy in the end :)

I remember having a conference call with Seph and Kirit 12+ months out from their wedding celebration. they were in the office on the weekend and the air conditioning was off – it was hot, hot, hot.

despite it being over a year away, they had a very clear vision of their day.

above all else it was to be a celebration – not just of them as a couple but the journey they’ve been on – from zambia to brisbane…a ten year romance after meeting on one of the first day of university (and consequently ending kirit’s dreams of a hugh heffner-esque lifestyle) – it was also a celebration of their future life together.

I felt like I was a perfect fit to document their wedding story. I for one am excited to see where their journey takes them.

the skinny on seph and kirit’s day:
ceremony: st augustines hamilton
photography: silver edge
reception: hillstone st lucia
music licensed and used with permission bit.ly/JvNZ9o

K&C @ DB

this journey I’m on. these couples I meet…and these celebrations I get to witness and play some small part in.

amazing.

two people, two families and two cultures coming together. that’s what this day was all about and everyone involved was so, so fortunate to be included.

what a trip this journey is.

K&C’s day through my eyes:

the skinny on K&C’s day:
location: deux belettes
photography: bushturkey studio
co-ordination: byron bay weddings and events
celebrant: family
catering: seaweed cuisine
reception music: the romaniacs
music licensed and used with permission bit.ly/JvNZ9o

Brisbane Wedding Photographer | Matilda Beezley - I teared up a little. You are a master storyteller. Just beautiful.

looking back, looking forward and georgina and rhys

~ looking back ~

if I was one for penning new years resolutions, on 1st january 2012 there’s no way I could have wished for a better year. it has been something special.

I could go on and on about it but I’d rather be brief. I have met so many special people, witnessed so many inspiring moments, and been let into so many families celebrations.

I’ve worked hard and grown a lot. I’ve also been constantly reminded how fortunate I am – it is something I don’t take for granted.

~ looking forward ~

as I look through my diary for 2013 I can’t wait for what’s on the horizon. I have one more wedding to shoot for 2012 and after that I’m taking an extended hiatus. it’s time to step back, rest, reassess a few things, and to reconnect.

a huge thank you for all of your support through this year. I wish you, your families and loved ones a very safe and happy festive season.

~ georgina and rhys ~

on christmas eve 2011 rhys proposed to georgina. shortly after that she contacted me and checked what dates I had available. I knew I had to be a part of it.

their day was immaculately styled, beautifully warm, and overflowing with reminders of the importance of family relationships.

I can’t think of any better way to finish the year than sharing their wedding film with you.

I loved it.

the skinny on georgina and rhys’ day:
location: private family property
photography: mihaja photography
celebrant: the wonderful michelle shannon
lighting and dj: pip from byron audio
catering: eatdrink catering
music licensed and used with permission bit.ly/JvNZ9o