JESSICA & SHANE’S WEDDING

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Jessica and Shane celebrated their wedding on Saturday the 6th of March at the Wellsford Forest Retreat. This fabulous venue is nestled in the gorgeous bushland of the Wellsford Forest about 30 minutes out of Bendigo, and includes a rustic mudbrick homestead, an outdoor pavilion style chapel and a reception centre called The Acacia Room. Because Jessica & Shane live in Queensland and had travelled to Victoria along with many of their family and friends, this venue was a great choice with everything in one place! I’m certain the main reason was the picturesque setting of the Australian bush though. It was quite simply everything this couple had dreamed of for their wedding day. I personally enjoyed the ease and benefit of not having to drive to multiple locations, with Jessica & Shane both choosing to get ready inside the Homestead on location.

I’ll begin with some of Jessica’s details. I’m so in love with that perfume bottle. Just amazing, and one I’d never seen before. The divine bouquet of Australian native flowers was from The Eternal Vase in Bendigo. Oh my they do beautiful work!


Jessica looked positively divine in her satin and chiffon gown. So very simple and classy!


I love the warm gold light that radiated from the earth walls in the main bedroom of the Homestead. The setting had a colonial yet very elegant feel.





Jessica looking up to a skylight in the ceiling… a great opportunity to use natural light in a dramatic way.

Jessica with her two beautiful bridesmaids… who also happen to be her sisters.

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Jessica & Shane - Shane & I would like say what great work you have done, Annie. I was very confident from the start that you would do an awesome job and looking at these photo’s, not only have you confirmed this, you have completely blown us away.
So many people have given great feedback about the photo’s as well as you & your sister Sue’s professionalism. We wish you all the best for the future & we’d recommend you to anyone.

P.S Shane says hello to Perry & “May the Force be with you…”

Jess & Shane

Sylvia Borgo - Annie, these are really wonderful. I love the separate images of the bride and groom. My fave is the one of them walking in the forest. So magical!

Brandi - Stunning photos! The lighting is amazing. Gorgeous couple too, you can really see the love :)

Cheryl Floyd - Hi Annie

The photo’s are amazing you have really caught the ambience of the property. Thank you for contacting me to have a look and feel free to send me some of your cards for me to put in my wedding planner.
Regards, Cheryl Floyd. Wellsford Forest Retreat

Krystal Radlinski - Simply beautiful images!

Lisa Kretschmannn - I love the dress so unique and lovely!

ALISHA & COREY’S WEDDING

Monday, March 8, 2010

Alisha & Corey were married on Saturday 27th of February at the Lake House in Daylesford. It was the first time I have worked at this amazing venue and I was thrilled to have the opportunity to photograph this wonderful couple in such picturesque surroundings. Alisha and Corey chose to have their wedding ceremony in front of the lake in the afternoon, and particularly wanted some beautiful portraits taken at the water’s edge. We had planned to take some photographs at sunset, and had our fingers crossed for a beautiful sky. As luck would have it we were treated to a sensational sky, which seemed to double in intensity as the sun sank and the colours reflected off the water. Just for fun I’ll begin this post with a couple of the very last images of the day… captured at sunset!



Alisha wanted a feature shot of her tattoo, and definitely had the diva thing going on while posing for me.  Ooooh-eeee she is gorgeous! It’s ALL about confidence and embracing the moment…. and having lots of fun!


Now I’ll jump back to the start of the day when the girls were getting ready. I’ll begin with some of Alisha’s gorgeous details. I have to say I adored the bouquets. They had such a country feel,  just perfect for a Daylesford wedding.

Alisha had four bridesmaids, her two sisters and two best friends. However she decided she wanted her Mum to help her dress so she could surprise the girls once she was ready. I just loved this idea, not only for the surprise aspect, but because it was such a beautiful thing to watch a mother dressing her daughter on her wedding day!




I really do feel privileged to be present at moments like this, and I feel others emotions very deeply. I know… I’m hopelessly soppy, but I really wouldn’t wish to be any other way. I LOVE this image.

After having to wait in suspense, the bridesmaids were so excited to see Alisha in all her glory…. and she really was glorious.




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Zak - Just stunning Annie! I just love the ones by the paddock. Gorgeous couple as well. :)

Gail Hardy - Annie, these photos are just divine. Again, I was googling a venue and came across your photos. You are an amazingly talented women.

Paul O’Donohue - Well done Annie, I have worked with many photographers and your shots of Alisha & Corey are “amazing”. Nice to work with you and I hope we can do it again.
Paul O’Donohue – Civil Marriage Celebrant. “Celebrants R Us”

Sylvia Borgo - Va-va-vooom! The bride is such a knockout! I love, love, love her dress. I also love the splash of color in the bridal shot. So perfect, Annie.

Corey - I still cant stop looking at our photos, they are amazing. You have done such a good job. Love all the photos you have put up and I can’t wait for the rest to come. We are going to have a hard time picking ones to blow up and put on the wall, or maybe go buy a bigger house. Anyone that is getting married and wants prefect lasting memories are crazy not to have you taking their photos… there is no better. Thank you so much for all you have done.
From the groom.

Katherine Davis - WOW, these are by far AMAZING, can I ask , what lighting did you use?

Annie Warren - Which shots in particular Katherine? If you mean the ones in front of the lake I was using a simple hotshoe style flash on a monopod held by my assistant. In other words, off camera flash.

Reachel Mazurek - What can I say Annie? Just Stunning!!
You just keep getting better and better :)

kerrie starritt - A truly amazing day, I couldn’t take my eyes off the couple. Annie you made it so relaxing for us all which showed through on the special day. You are a true professional, Thankyou.

From Mother of the Bride

EMMA & TIM’S WEDDING

Monday, February 15, 2010

Emma and Tim were married on Saturday 6th of February with an early evening ceremony inside the magnificent Bendigo Art Gallery, followed by a reception at the Hotel Shamrock. They had a beautiful sunny day, and had elected to have the majority of their photographs taken through the afternoon, before their wedding ceremony. Emma and Tim have two gorgeous young children and naturally wanted to include them in their special day.

I will begin with some images of Emma and her Maid of Honour. The girls got ready in a beautiful room at the Fountain View Suites in View St Bendigo. Emma’s gorgeous wedding gown took quite some time to lace up, but it was well worth the wait. I spent that time happily photographing all of her lovely details.




This is Emma and Tim’s son, George. He is the most beautiful baby boy and the youngest pageboy I’ve ever photographed. He looked absolutely adorable in his tiny waistcoat and bow tie, and totally stole my heart. What a little cutie pie!


This is Abby, George’s big sister. She is quiet and shy, and incredibly sweet. I have to say she did an absolutely amazing job of being Mummy and Daddy’s flowergirl, and even managed to walk down the aisle during the ceremony, holding a basket of lollipops. That’s quite a feat for a child twice her age I think. She certainly made a lot of ‘big’ people very proud. Bravo Abby!

Oh my… so beautiful. Examining Mummy’s bouquet.

Emma looked so beautiful in her wedding gown. The lobby and staircase outside her room made an ideal location for some gorgeous bridal portraits.




The natural light in the stairwell was beautiful. The two images below are particular favourites of mine. Emma looks utterly stunning.


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Katie Toland - Stunning, stunning, stunning! You’re work is always so inspiring Annie.

Judd Watts - I’ve been trawling your blog for the last 20 minutes and I just have to say again what a wonderful fresh clean style you have – this wedding in particular – I also really like the shots where you have added a texture… lovely!

Gregg McIntosh - I love your work. I am considering using ProPhoto with my photo business.
Thank you for sharing your beautiful work. Gregg

JACINTA & BRENDAN’S WEDDING

Saturday, January 2, 2010

Jacinta and Brendan were married in Bendigo on November the 28th, with an afternoon ceremony at Nanga Gnulle and a marquee reception at Jacinta’s Father’s home that evening. They had only told a very small number of family members and very close friends that they were getting married, and only those people were in attendance at the ceremony. Now here’s the fun part. All of their other friends had no idea, and thought they were attending their engagement party when they arrived at the reception that evening! It was such a brilliant surprise when Jacinta & Brendan were announced into the marquee… as husband and wife. Awesome! I just LOVE surprises. I think there are too few surprises in this life.

Jacinta & Brendan had a fantastic day, though we did have to deal with several really heavy downpours of rain. What is it with November and rain? We dodged and weaved the weather, and I captured some beautiful images for the newlyweds. I think dealing with wet weather on your wedding day is all about having the right attitude, and I must say that this couple definitely didn’t allow the rain to spoil their gorgeous day.

I’ll begin with some of the beautiful details… flowers, shoes, rings and things.





Jacinta looked stunning in her antique gold wedding gown. I just adore the bracelet she wore. Everything looked gold, shimmery and opulent… the dress, the jewellry, even her hair!

Jacinta with her Maid of Honour. Looking stunning ladies!


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Warwick Guascoine - These photo’s are a great reflection of a wonderful wonderful day

Dom - really diggin those detail shots, nice work.

Sylvia Borgo - Annie, Annie! I’m speechless. These images are fantastic! Phenomonal. The bride is stunning and it looks like she and her groom had a most magical day.

Bethany Gilbert - Gorgeous! Love her dress and the color consistency in these. Beautiful job!

Elena - Amazing details, and that dress is lovely!

Ivy - wow….these photos are gorgeous!
I love how the light goes in those photos, makes her look even more classic and elegant!

Curtis Copeland - Great images. Simply fantastic wedding photography.
Love your style. Your lighting and posing are top notch.
Thanks for sharing! Curtis

Frank DiMeo - Another fantabulously wonderful job!!!
Ha ha, I just did a ring on a hook shot not too long ago too.
Your details are unreal! So clean and Niiiiiiiicce!
As always, I love it all.

michelle bentley - The photos are just magic they both look just that happy. Jacinta just looked stunning that day . Her mother would have been so proud . Well done Annie, they are just beautifull.

Adam Cavanagh - Such beautiful work as usual Annie. Wonderful location inside

Sandy S - Wonderful detail shots! The portraits of her looking in the mirror and standing in front of the fireplace are my favorites. Beautiful.

Bailie - Wow, these are amazing details. Love the way your details are so sharp and vintage. Beautiful!

Alanna - Stunning! Absolutely Stunning! Cinta you look gorgeous, the most amazing wedding pics Ive ever seen… Well done, and congrats guys xxx

Purple Rose Photography Inc - Great job; you really captured the moment!

FIONA & STEWARD’S WEDDING

Saturday, January 2, 2010

Fiona & Steward were married on the 5th of December in very emotional ceremony at the Bendigo Town Hall, with a reception that evening at The Conservatory. This gorgeous couple actually live in Queensland, but decided to come back to Fiona’s home town of Bendigo for their special day. Because they had booked me to photograph their wedding over the phone I didn’t actually meet them until a few days before the wedding, when we had our first interview to discuss all the details, create a schedule for their photography and get to know each other a little better. I immediately liked Fiona & Steward, and loved their level of excitement and enthusiasm about their wedding. They certainly had a fantastic day, and everything was absolutely beautiful.

Fiona got ready at her parent’s house, with 3 lovely bridesmaids to help with her preparations. The house had such a happy vibe, and everyone was buzzing with excitement. I’ll begin with some photographs of Fiona’s accessories, including a gorgeous old marcasite watch that had belonged to her Grandmother, and chocolates with custom designed wrappers to give to their guests.



Time to get Fiona into her exquisite Elizabeth de Varga wedding gown.



This divine antique mirror had also belonged to Fiona’s Grandmother. How very special!


Fiona looked absolutely amazing! Such a beautiful bride. Sigh….


I love all the brilliant colour combinations that I see at the weddings I photograph, and this one was particularly striking. Charcoal satin bridesmaids dresses and orange orchids in the bouquets. Really fantastic colours girls, and you all looked stunning.

Fiona had a feature wall in her bedroom that I loved, and was very keen to use as a background. The paint was metallic, with mottled brushstrokes of different colours. I just love the way it looks in this gorgeous image of Fiona.

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Bethany Gilbert - What a gorgeous bride! Love her dress and the shots in the little house. So cute!

Katie Toland - Annie, all of your weddings are just beautiful! I’ve really enjoyed reading through your blog.

courtney - Annie, these photos are absolutely gorgeous!! Seriously, what a beautiful couple, and looks like they had an amazing day. And I love all your detail images…they’re so soft and delicate looking :)

Frank DiMeo - Hi Annie,

Wow, like Katie said… Beautiful!
Your attention to every detail is incredible!

Alan Lougher - I’m not a wedding photographer but these are just lovely. Great attention to detail, love the images such as the looking glass and the old cottage. Just wonderful!

Matt Srsen - Annie, it’s Matt from Steward and Fiona’s wedding (best man) These photos are amazing, can’t wait to see the rest of them. Once again thank you for an awesome day, you were great.

Annie Warren - Hi Matt… thanks for your comment, but most of all, thanks for catching me. I surely would have fallen flat on my back if not for you! For that I will always remember you as my hero, and the BEST best man!

Jan - Hi Annie, The photos of Fiona and Steward are amazing!!!I was very confident with your work on the day and you were a pleasure to have in our home. You work so well with people and I would highly recommend you to others.

Annie Warren - Thank you Jan! You and Graham made Sue and I feel very comfortable, and very welcome. It seriously makes our job so easy when we are surrounded by such lovely people. I never fail to remember just how precious and important a wedding day is, especially from the parent’s point of view. I really do feel honoured to be trusted with such an important role, and though we have lots of fun, I take that responsibility very seriously indeed.

Leonie @ E de V - Hi Fiona, you looked beautiful! Great images, I like the one in the kitchen..:)x Leonie

Natalie Hayes - Truly stunning. What a wonderful start to what will be an amazing journey xxx :-)

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