This blog is in serious need of a wedding post, I know :) So I hope this one makes up for it. If you've been wondering where I've been, as usual, we've been busy with peak season, and on top of it, I'm a few weeks behind schedule on everything just because this past month I've had the worst flu I've ever had in years. I'm still not 100% better yet so things have just been a bit stressful trying to balance life and work, and attempting to get better. So praying that I get over this bug soon!! It's been driving me mad! :P Anyhow..... onto the photos!! 
 
I don't know what to say about this wedding. Really. And that's weird for me, because I usually have too many words, but for once, I am at a loss for what to write because I don't think anything I will type here will do justice to everything that was felt and seen at this union. Even the rain that visited ever so frequently on the day that Andrew and Linda said "I Will" to each other, didn't seem to put a damper on the huge amount of love, friendship, and joy that was shared by all that sat under the stars and fairylights. There's just something magical about small intimate weddings that just capture my heart. I know weddings and nuptial celebrations come in all forms, sizes, and types, but it's the small ones that involve just the closest of family and friends that really give way to what makes weddings beautiful - love, joy, intimacy, closeness, and camaraderie. Those are the things that truly make photos beautiful and shine.  
 
So while I adored shooting their beautiful countryside engagement session HERE, their wedding was an even more special affair of the heart, as it finally put a close to the cords of serendipity, timing, and friendship that intertwined throughout their 7 year love story, and it began a new chapter full of hope, adoration, love, and an even more pronounced praise to God.  
 
Thank you Linda and Andrew for having us as part of your journey. You could have chosen ANYONE from the thousands of talents out there that you know, so please know it was a HUGE HUGE honor as a photographer, and as your friend. Bucketloads of love to you both. You're an amazing pair together.  
 
xoxo 
 
 
PS: Warning. HUGE blog post ahead :) If you don't fancy scrolling through so many images, head to the bottom to see the slideshow for all the photos featured in this post and more! :) You don't want to skip the slideshow as it has alot of special VIDEO clips :) It's 15 minutes long, but we promise you it's truly worth your time to sit down :)  
 
Venue: Sydney College of the Arts 
Caterers: Aria Catering 
Hair and Makeup: Amy Chan Hair & Makeup Artistry

How pretty is the lamp with flowers as a replacement for the bride's bouquet? :D

David was busy with the boys while Vincy and I were with the girls :)

I adored these rustic and whimsical boutonnieres that the boys got to wear on the day.

Andrew and Linda decided on doing a first look. To meet each other in a quiet special spot, to see each other for the first time, without all the guests watching. It's absolutely an honor to document a first look... there's always such sweet smiles, emotions, and tenderness filling this slice of the day. have a look :) Best to check out our slideshow at the bottom of this post to see it unfold in video! :)

The bridal party then joined us in for some picture fun :)

Love!! :) Linda looked radiant! And isn't her vintage headpiece just so perfect? :)

Then it was time to make it all official. And linda didn't spare any details... hand painted calligraphy on wooden boards, flowers in hanging mason jars, a beautiful wispy white canopy made from wood and lace, and some very nifty ceremony programs that also acted as fans! :D

Now THIS moment really deserves some light. Andrew and Linda saved their first kiss for marriage. YES... its their FIRST kiss ever!! It really called for many many frames to seal this moment :)

Now THAT is how a groom should kiss on his wedding day! :D

We quickly went around one more time for some portraits before the rain came :)

We even managed to find some light. Praise God :)

And a rainbow :)

Party time! :D Linda and Andrew opted for a very casual affair filled with loads of great food (as they are both food lovers!!), where everyone could either sit down on a picnic rug, or hang out at a table under the stars and fairylights. I loved the showbags they gave everyone, the beautiful wishing well and guestbook corner, their fun candybar, and all the DELICIOUS food that Aria Catering provided. To top it all off? Instead of a cake, they inserted a gelato bar - which was just PERFECT for summer!!  
 
Oh and just another side note - LOVED that this was an outdoor reception! :D

Pretty little details... including the lovely burlap linens, and tea that everyone got as favours :)

Truffle and risotto. Roasted lamb. Can anyone say YUM?

Then a quick tea ceremony to honor Linda's side of the family :)

*heart* this moment between linda and her mother.

Then from this point onwards it was just speeches, and hanging out to have a great time. No formalities in the form of cake cutting, or first dance... they just wanted a chillax night under the stars, and that's pretty much what they got :D

And... here is their slideshow to end. Do press play.. there's LOADS of other images and special video snippets. We promise you its worth the sit down, so grab a cup of tea, maybe some popcorn and enjoy :)  
 

ps: To my AMAZING team - David and Vincy. I couldn't have done this without you. You guys are INSANELY talented. And you make team JSP so much more incredible. I am thankful to God everyday for having crossed paths with you, and having you part of this crazy journey with me. Huge love to you both.