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Maitland Wedding – Erin & Jake

There’s nothing like a Water Works to turn on the water works! Erin & Jake were married at the Walka Water Works in Oakhampton, Maitland. This historical location boasts exposed brickwork, vintage vibes and the quirky touches of nature all mixed together to make their wedding a unique and beautiful day. The bride and groom celebrated with an intimate ceremony inside with their friends and family. And afterwards enjoyed home made treats with a selection...

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Newcastle Wedding – Melody & Brendan

Melody & Brendan were married harbour side at Rydges in Newcastle on a beautiful autumn day. They had recently returned from a quick trip to China for a traditional Chinese ceremony and to bring some family back over to Australia, so really they were pros at this getting married thing! It was so beautiful to see both of their families come together, even with a slight language barrier it didn’t matter – we could all...

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Newcastle Wedding – Sheree & Brian

Sheree & Brian were married at Hickson St Lookout – a total hidden gem in Newcastle with the most spectacular of views. These guys were so sweet with one another, and expecting their baby bump shortly! The bridesmaids were gorgeous in white while the groomsmen rocked their blue suits like a boss. Their wedding day was full of laughter, fun and emotions; it was lovely to see these two families come together with so much love...

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Lake Macquarie Family Session – Williams

This Mother’s Day we photographed many beautiful families. Some included grandparents, a family with 8 siblings and even the family pet. These sessions are always lots of fun and really important to document as kids don’t stay kids for long! The Williams family are a lovely local family that was in need of updated photos not only for Mother’s Day but also for an upcoming birthday! Thanks so much for trusting me to take these Read more…

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Lake Macquarie Engagement: Jessie & Dylan

I love it when couples have an adventurous side; it means we get to take amazing, unique and beautiful photos together. Jessie & Dylan are getting married later this year and I can already tell that this day will be very special with lots of surprises planned. With these autumn temperatures still so warm and all of us being water babies – the only logical idea was to get in the water, right?! The water Read more…

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ANZAC Day Service 2019 – Wangi Wangi

Lest We Forget. Anzac Day is a national day of remembrance in Australia and New Zealand that broadly commemorates all Australians and New Zealanders “who served and died in all wars, conflicts, and peacekeeping operations” and “the contribution and suffering of all those who have served”. This year I headed over to Wangi Wangi on Lake Macquaire for Anzac Day as it hosted around 80 historic military vehicles for the parade and display. It is thought Read more…

By Melissa, ago

Newcastle Engagement: Alicia & Sean

I had so much fun with Alicia & Sean, their session was a constant giggle. And even though they were moving house the next day, they weren’t stressed at all, just present in the moment. Towards to end of the session though I looked at Sean and said, do you know who you remind of? An Aussie Prince William … don’t you think? After all I had just seen the Royal Wedding! I have to Read more…

By Melissa, ago

Australian Reptile Park – Photographers Day Out

Photographers day out! Sometimes it’s nice to catch up with fellow local photographers. So for our day out we checked into the Australian Reptile Park for a day of animal photography. I wonder how many thousands of dollars’ worth of gear we were carrying as a group,and no wonder our backs hurt it’s heavy! We were also lucky enough to get a behind the scenes of a few places including the koala sanctuary, the alligators Read more…

By Melissa, ago

Heaven Can Wait Charity Sailing Regatta 2019

Each year the Royal Motor Yacht Club in Toronto hosts the Heaven Can Wait Charity Sailing Regatta in support of the Hunter branch of the NSW Cancer Council who provide domestic support services for both terminal and recovering cancer patients. This year I was set up to photograph the event from Sunshine Point. This gave me the chance to photograph most of boats passing me twice as they sailed to the Mannering Park Mark and Read more…

By Melissa, ago

Top Tips to have the best Wedding

Hello! I wanted to share a few top ‘I am getting married’ ideas and tips as you prepare for your wedding. Some are from what I have learnt over the years, and others from previous brides and grooms.  If you have anything to add, please let me know!  Click here Take a moment on the day to stop and look into each other’s eyes and then look around at all that you planned, all the Read more…

By Melissa, ago