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Tom and Tess had crossed paths when they were younger from time to time, but it wasn’t until about 3 years ago when they both swiped right. BEST. MOVE. EVER. Before they knew it they were both besotted, and one day during a trip away, on a sandy dune, Tom got down on one knee and asked Tess to marry him. It was an easy yes.
Tess is funny, sweet and more gosh-darn beautiful than she realises. Tom is the perfect gentleman, and absolutely dotes on Tess. Together they’re perfectly suited, and an absolute joy to photograph!
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Floral goodness by Darnelle.
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Gorgeous dress by Lainee Hermsen.
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Tess, you are stunning! Makeup perfection by Brittany Hughes, hair by Darnelle.
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Tess and Tom were married on her family farm, tucked down a valley in Okaramio. I’ve probably driven past that valley hundreds of times, but I’d never been down that far before. I didn’t even know it was there!
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There’s one integral piece of a wedding day puzzle, one person (sometimes two), who is an unsung hero of the wedding day. One very special human that makes our life as wedding photographers a better place. The family photo helper! Sometimes he’s the MC also, sometimes it’s just someone plucked from the crowd that knows enough of the guests, has a bossy enough voice and can herd people. Inevitably this person will need a hug and a drink by the end of their task, because herding wedding guests is HARD. So next time you’re at a wedding, find that person, give them a high five and tell them how much you appreciate them!
(In this case, thanks Phil!)
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These next two images were taken only minutes apart – isn’t it incredible how camera perspective can change an image?
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Thanks to Paul for his epic droning skills, once again!
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Thank you Tom and Tess for having us photograph your gorgeous day. You guys were a total buzz to be around, and we’re so happy for you!
VENDOR SHOUTOUT:
Celebrant: Jann Hook Florist and Hair: Designed By Darnelle Makeup: Brittany Hughes Dress: Lainee Hermsen Cake Maker: Cakes by Georgie Caterer: Feast Merchants Music/DJ/Band: Gold Rush Wedding Hire: Got it Covered |