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Narelle and Mike {Yamba Wedding}

Vicki James — Thu, 15 Sep 2011 07:50:21 +0000

Yamba Wedding, NSW

Ceremony: The Old Kirk

Reception: El Pirata

Floral Design: Rosehip Flowers

Make Up Artist: Endessas Beauty Spot

Hair: Gosh Hair

Celebrant: Christine Preston

Dee and Matt {Angourie Rainforest Resort, Yamba Wedding}

Vicki James — Mon, 29 Aug 2011 21:21:11 +0000

Beautiful shells, natural colours, candles in rattan vases and Sirromet Perfect Day wine graced the tables of the Angourie Rainforest Resort. Matt and Dee had been planning their beach wedding from September last year and not one detail had been forgotten. They had Green Point picked as their ceremony location and we planned to take their photos on the beach.

Matt and Dee’s wedding they woke to find dark clouds and rain on their wedding day. They were ready to take it on and were extremely positive despite the incessant torrential rain.

Plan B for the ceremony was the Poolside Pergola at the resort. With Christine Preston as the celebrant, sincere and heartfelt vows were exchanged and I doubt there was a dry eye amongst their guests.

Matt and Dee were really keen to live out their dream and have their beach photos taken. The pouring rain on their wedding day is their story and we wanted to tell it like it was. We made mad dashes across rain soaked paths as they sheltered under umbrellas. You can see the rain in the shots!

The reception had been decorated by Fabulous Functions and Dee and her bridesmaids had provided some of the finishing touches. It was warm and inviting with a celebratory ambience, you couldn’t ask for more to top off Matt and Dee’s perfect day.

Rebecca and Leon {Angourie Rainforest Resort, Yamba Wedding}

Vicki James — Thu, 21 Jul 2011 03:43:25 +0000

The day threatened rain and hourly I checked the Bureau of Meteorology website to see what was in store for Rebecca and Leon’s wedding day. When I met them a year ago we had talked of soft winter sun, beautiful sunsets and mild days. Today looked nothing like our dreams. I just hoped that the rain would hold of so that Rebecca and Leon could have the beach side ceremony that they spent months planning.

Someone was watching over them that day and although we had periods of rain, we also had dry periods and all at the right time Then, amazingly, we were blessed with a spectacular sunset.

My day started with the girls at the Angourie Rainforest Resort. You just can’t go wrong there, beautiful locations for photos, lovely rooms and Danielle really looks after you. The ceremony was held on the grass above Main Beach Pool, Yamba with the backdrop being a vast expanse of the Pacific Ocean. We were dodging showers during our location photos but found some protection from the rain at the Angourie Blue Pools. The raindrops sat like pearls on the spindly Casuarina leaves and glistened in the dappled light. After the Blue Pools we headed to Pilot Hill, Yamba to catch the last of the sun rays as they bounced off the clouds in vivid oranges and purples.

Rebecca and Leon were my last wedding couple for 2010-2011 wedding year and what a way to finish! My weddings start again on 27th August 2011 and I can’t wait see what this year brings me!

It’s always a pleasure to work with talented vendors. Here’s a list of the people who helped Rebecca and Leons day come together;

Marriage Celebrant: Christine Preston

Florist: Sandra Hart

Brides Hairstylist: Nadine Brown, Gosh Hair Salon

Make Up Artist: Endessas Beauty Spot

Caterer: Cunjevoi Restaurant, Angourie Rainforest Resort

Cake Designer: Jodie Brown 0423 774 588

Katrina and Shaun {Sannas Gardens and Yamba Shores Tavern Wedding}

Vicki James — Wed, 06 Apr 2011 09:46:31 +0000

Katrina and Shaun have been living in Western Australia so all of our chatting has been over the Internet. I finally met them a couple of days before their wedding and it felt like I already knew them. Katrina was just buzzing and so excited to be marrying Shaun and that sort of excitement is contagious. While we chatted about her photos, Katrina mentioned that all of her chosen locations had a lot of significance to her. Katrina grew up surrounded by sugar cane and farms, the sugar cane she chose as her backdrop belongs to her grandfather and will probably be the last crop he farms. The river and jetty are areas Katrina used to hang out at as a child and the veranda belonged to her Auntie Joanie. I hope I did her locations justice.

Whilst out on location a fairly severe storm was brewing in the background. Fancying myself as a bit of a storm chaser as well as a wedding photographer, I was in heaven with amazing clouds and storm front coming in. What better to do than place Katrina and Shaun right in front of it!

Whilst Katrina and Shaun held their ceremony at the stunning Sannas Garden, continuing on to the reception which was held at the Yamba Shores Tavern.

I hope you enjoy the photos from their day:

The girls made their own bouquets with flowers freshly picked from their friends gardens:

Katrina’s wedding gown was a beautiful Maggie Sottero design:

I loved how the bridesmaids smiles never left their face:

The ceremony was conducted by the Maclean Presbyterian minister, Brett Graham:

Katrina’s brothers provided the music whilst Katrina and Shaun signed the register, they are REALLY good!

We headed out to Palmers Channel for our photos:

Love an awesome sky!

When we arrived back at the Yamba Shores Taven, the chefs had all ready fired up the BBQ’s:

The Honour Roll

Minister: Brett Graham

Brides Hair: Zig Zag Yamba

Make Up Artist: Nicole, Face to Face Beauty Salon, Armidale

Caterer: Yamba Shores Tavern

Tara and Shane {Sannas Gardens and Yamba Golf Club Wedding}

Vicki James — Fri, 01 Apr 2011 10:59:04 +0000

Tara and Shane’s wedding was so special to be involved in. Seeing Tara as she emerged dressed in her gown was nothing short of amazing! Tara had started planning her wedding quite some time before I met them and it was just beautiful to see it all come almost flawlessly. Yes, that’s right, almost.

Tara and Shane’s son Ryley fell ill the day before their wedding and the poor little love was really feeling under the weather. He was such a good little fellow, even though all he wanted was just to be looked after by his mummy and daddy, we still managed to get him in a few photos.

Their ceremony was held in the beautiful gardens owned by Gina Sanna in Palmers Island. They said their heartfelt vows in front of a backdrop of luscious palms with their closest family and friends present.The party continued on at the the reception which was held at the Yamba Golf Club.

I hope you enjoy the preview of their photos.

My day started with the girls as they were finalising their preparations:

I love love love Tara’s gown:

The bouquets were made by Debbie May:

Tara is just so happy to be walking down the aisle:

Such a beautiful garden:

I’ve always loved a veil, even more so when its a tad windy!:

The Honour Roll:

Marriage Celebrant: Owen Oakes

Florals: Flowers by Debbie May

Brides Hair: Kylie, Red Hot Hair (Kylie is also one of my brides, was so great to see you again!)

Make Up: Sharon

Ceremony: Sanna’s Gardens. Palmers Island

Reception: Yamba Golf Club

Entertainment: Wazzas DJ and Karaoke

Caterer: Yamba Golf Club

Lindsay and Greyce {Back Beach, Angourie Wedding}

Vicki James — Wed, 23 Feb 2011 01:39:34 +0000

Back Beach Angourie provided a perfect backdrop for Lindsay and Greyce as they exchanged their wedding vows. The ceremony was held on the whale watching platform above Back Beach and it was the perfect size for an intimate wedding. Yamba Wedding Celebrant Christine Preston did a wonderful job of officiating the ceremony.

The first time I met Lindsay was at the very first wedding I photographed. He was the groomsman for his Dads’ wedding. To say I was nervous was an understatement. I couldn’t agree more when Lindsay’ Dad said to me, “I think you were more nervous than us!”

Lindsay is the Chef at the Frangipan Restaurant in Angourie. I have photographed a few weddings at the Frangipan and I know my brides and grooms have always been happy with it as a venue. If you ever up this way, it is well worth a visit. Mmmmm, now I’m thinking of their warm soft centred molten truffle cake with vanilla ice cream and hazelnut praline. I’m easily distracted!

I hope you enjoy their photos.

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Rene and Adam {Maclean Wedding}

Vicki James — Thu, 23 Sep 2010 20:43:35 +0000

From the minute Rene saw Adam as she walked down the church aisle, a smile did not leave her face. All day. All the months, weeks and hours of preparation came to fruition at the the alter of St Marys Catholic Church in front of their warm and supportive family and friends. Little flower girls sprinkled rose petals and skipped around the church in pink pettiskirts and leotards whilst Adam and Rene exchanged vows and rings. The moment they had been counting down to had arrived. They are husband and wife. Forever together.

I hope you enjoy the photos of their day.

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The Honour Roll:

Priest: Fr Rex Hackett, St Mary’s Parish, Grafton

Florals: Skye Pullen

Brides Hair: Jennaration Hair and Beauty 02 6646 1104

Make Up: Kelly Galvin

Decorator: Fabulous Functions

Ceremony: St Mary’s Catholic Church, Maclean

Reception: Angourie Rainforest Resort, Yamba

Entertainment: BeAuDeNe, Jason 0431 579 771

Caterer: Angourie Rainforest Resort, Yamba

Amy and Ben {Yamba Wedding }

Vicki James — Thu, 16 Sep 2010 01:30:13 +0000

Amy and I are similar, we both like lists, spreadsheets and systems. We like to know what is going on and where. For me it makes me feel neat, tidy and organised. For Amy, it helped her to plan the most fabulous wedding to her Ben. Not a detail was missed, nothing went astray and her wedding day went perfectly.

Surrounded by a fabulous bridal party, family and friends, they wed in the gorgeous gardens belonging to Mrs Sanna. The sun was out, not a cloud in the sky and butterflies fluttered around the many Spring flowers that blossomed in time for Ben and Amy’s day. Amy radiated happiness and warmth and she walked down the aisle accompanied by her dad and Ben only had eyes for her.

The ceremony was officiated by the lovely celebrant Dawn Shepherd. I do’s were exchanged and together forever was sealed with a kiss. We celebrated Ben and Amy’s first hour as husband and wife with photos around Chatsworth Island and their property at Mororo. As much as I love the beach and the ocean back drop that Yamba provides, it was a lovely change to shoot amongst textured sheds, macadamia rows and burnt out logs.

The celebrations had begun in the Bangalow Room of the Angourie Rainforest Resort when Amy and Ben made their grand entrance. The room was a picture of style and class and guests we relaxed and enjoying the company of friends. I’m sure a wonderful night was had.

I hope you enjoy the photos from Ben and Amy’s Day:

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The Honour Roll

Marriage Celebrant: Dawn Shepherd

Florals: Flowers by Debbie May

Brides Hair: Crave

Make Up: Endessas Beauty Spot

Decorator: Fabulous Functions

Ceremony: Gina Sannas Gardens

Reception: Angourie Rainforest Resort

Entertainment: Matt Dickerson 0411 040 759

Caterer: Angourie Rainforest Resort, Cunjevoi Resaurant

Sheree and Daniel {Yamba Wedding}

Vicki James — Tue, 07 Sep 2010 23:53:25 +0000

Sheree and Daniels wedding day was not going to be dampened by the rain and howling winds that whipped around. It didn’t matter what the weather bought, they were getting married! On top of Pilot hill, in front of friends and family, they exchanged rings and vows. The magic that a wedding brings was evident as as the sun broke through at just the right moment, illuminating them as they walked down the aisle as husband and wife. Congratulations!

I hope you enjoy the photos from their day.

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The Honour Roll:

Marriage Celebrant: Christine Preston

Florals: Flowers by Debbie May

Brides Hair: Marceena Wells

Make Up: Endessas Beauty Spot

Decorator: Fabulous Functions

Ceremony: Yamba Lighthouse

Reception: Yamba Surf Club

Caterer: Party Art

Entertainment: The Gap

Cars: Classic “57″ Chevys 02 6621 3497

Sophie and Blake {Green Point, Yamba Wedding}

Vicki James — Mon, 16 Aug 2010 02:48:26 +0000

Green Point was cool and blustery the day Sophie and Blake married, but it didn’t stop most of the village showing up to witness their vows. The prayer flags fluttered above as Blake and Sophie held each other tight and exchanged their vows.

I hope you enjoy the photos of their day.

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The Honour Roll:

Marriage Celebrant: Doreen Scales

Brides Hair: Kaylene, Zig Zag, Yamba

Make Up: Kayla Wolfe

Decorator: Fabulous Functions

Ceremony: Green Point, Angourie

Reception: Yamba Surf Club

Caterer: The Angourie Store