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Jun

An Emporium Hotel wedding reception for Caitlin & Michael

We’re on our way to the Emporium Hotel for Caitlin and Michael’s wedding reception. It’s been a magnificent day so far, now time for everyone to relax and celebrate with them after their wedding ceremony at the Holy Spirit Catholic Church in Villiers Street, New Farm.

Our first stop is a gorgeous little street in New Farm with magnificent canopy over the road. Time for everyone in the bridal party to chill and catch up on what’s happened so far.
Kenz Classic Jag by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment New Farm bridal party photo shoot by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment

Kangaroo Point bridal party photo shoot by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment

Our next stop is Kangaroo Point, we head down Thornton Street to the boardwalk along the Brisbane river, This spot offers fabulous views of the Brisbane CBD. Almost everyone has a smart phone these days, out come the phone cameras for that instant upload to Facebook.

Kangaroo Point bridal party photo shoot by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment Kenz Classic Jag by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment Fortitude Valley bridal party photo shoot by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment

Our final stop before joining guests at the wedding reception is a tiny little spot in the Valley with a funky graphic wall. What captions would you suggest for these images?

Fortitude Valley bridal party photo shoot by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment Emporium Hotel wedding reception by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment

Everything is ready at the Emporium Hotel for guests to arrive at Caitlin & Michael’s wedding reception. Their Emporium Hotel wedding reception room is set and styled to perfection, it looks absolutely breathtaking, Caitlin’s vision has become a reality!

Emporium Hotel wedding reception by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment

If you’re name is on the blackboard, you’re in for a great night celebrating with Caitlin and Michael!

Emporium Hotel wedding reception by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment

Yes, the wedding speeches were emotional with lots of laughs and tears capped off by a heartfelt hug.

Emporium Hotel wedding reception by Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment

Their Emporium Hotel wedding reception is almost over and it’s time to leave. Caitlin and Michael’s wedding day has gone all too quickly, it’s been absolutely fabulous from beginning to end and gone to perfection.

Caitlin, Michael, our congratulations to you both and best wishes for the years ahead. it’s been an absolute honour to photograph your wedding for you. These are just a few of the photos I’ve captured for you, I know the images you have will be a wonderful collection for you to enjoy with your family and friends.

Caitlin and Michael had an amazing team of people working with them to make their wedding day happen…

Wedding ceremony music: Chloe Williams, Four Strings Quartet

Wedding reception DJ: Bill Mathers, Eyetopia Sound

Wedding cake: Vas, Frosted Indulgence

Wedding cars: Ken Charmichael, Kenz Classic

Photobooth: Kate & Steve, In The Booth

Wedding flowers: Kate Dawes, Kate Dawes Flower Design

Caitlin’s Pronovias gown: White Lily Couture, Milton

Engagement and wedding rings: Peter Bakker from Bakker Diamonds

Michael’s suit: Strictly Formal, Milton

Wedding photography: John Reyment, Reyment Photographics

Bridal hair and makeup: Nyree Leather, Living Dolls Makeup Artistry, Shannon, Napoleon Perdis Trainer

Wedding reception venue: Darren Besgrove, Emporium Hotel

Wedding ceremony venue: Holy Spirit Catholic Church, Villiers Street New Farm

Wedding celebrant: Father Peter Casey

Wedding stationery: Peta Pestridge, Urban Weddings

Wedding reception artwork: Nina Johnson, Blackboardartworx

Wedding reception styling items and chairs: Krystle Smart, Amini Concepts

Wedding reception items hire: Adorn Event Hire

Wedding Event Planning: Danielle White, White and White

Ps, I have a special award to hand out, it’s “Our Most Organised Bride Ever” award. There is one most deserving recipient and it goes to…Caitlin!

Jun

Holy Spirt Catholic Church New Farm wedding for Caitlin & Michael

Those who were there witnessed something special. What a day! Caitlin and Michael’s wedding day was amazing. Guests joined them for their ceremony at the iconic Holy Spirit Catholic Church, New Farm. I’m getting ahead of myself though. Their wedding day story began well before the ceremony.

Michael and his groomsmen relaxed (can grooms really relax before their wedding?) at his parent’s home. This was where Michael grew up so the walls were a trip down memory lane. Mum’s lasagne was a special request the night before.

Caitlin and her bridesmaids prepared at the Emporium Hotel. I arrived and found everyone calm and relaxed. Perhaps it had something to do with Caitlin being THE most organised bride EVER! As you can see in the photos, Caitlin and her bridesmaids looked absolutely gorgeous.

With guest arriving at the church and the ceremony drawing closer, you could tell Michael was getting just that little bit nervous. When everyone was in place, the church doors were closed to mask Caitlin’s arrival.

It was a touching ceremony, yes there were tears and laughter. After the wedding, Caitlin and Michael mingled with their guests, receiving lots of excited hugs and kisses.

It’s important to photograph the families at a wedding. When was the last time everyone was dressed up, looking fabulous and all together? The Holy Spirit Church has plenty of space for family photos, I love the grassy area with warming afternoon light streaming through.

So the ceremony is done, check! Time to breathe. We’re about to leave the church and head off to the bridal party photo shoot before arriving at the Emporium Hotel for the wedding reception.

All is going magnificently so far, a big congrats to Caitlin and Michael, you guys rock!

Aug

St John’s Cathedral & Tartufo Ristorante wedding, Happy 1st Anniversary Tony & Gordana

The wedding day has arrived, Tony checking on preparations in the kitchen, everything has to be just right.
A moment to relax over a coffee before getting ready.
Gordana getting ready at the salon, a rare moment to relax.
I love this image of Tony and Sandro waiting for Gordana to arrive.
Tony and Gordana chose a little old church up the road from their restaurant to be married in.
All done, now for the paperwork!
Guess what we just did….
Hugs and kisses on the steps, congratulations from everyone.
Time for a drink at the Tartufo Ristorante bar, congratulations guys!
Hi everyone, we’re back and married! Tony and Gordana with their staff in the kitchen.
Shane making sure all are briefed.
Always the perfect host, Tony is giving the staff a final briefing.
Guests arriving at Tartufo and being greeted by Tony and Gordana.
The atmosphere at Tartufo Ristorante is just gorgeous,
Sandro’s speech was heartfelt.
Tartufo Ristorante wedding reception, Brisbane wedding photographer John Reyment
And the party went on…

Congratulations to Tony and Gordana, Happy 1st Anniversary to you both!

You probably know Tony and Gordana, they own and run Tartufo Ristorante one of Brisbane’s best Italian restaurants. When you dine there, you are made to feel like family so I was delighted when Tony and Gordana approached me to photograph their wedding.

What an amazing wedding day they had. They had found a “little old church” (St John’s Cathedral) just up the road for their ceremony, being restaurant owners and wonderful hosts, Tartufo it was for their reception.

After the ceremony, guests joined Tonya and Gordana at Tartufo for a huge celebration. Shane and the team in the kitchen made sure course after course was perfect, guests loved the fine food and wine served. A band played through the night, the party soon spilled outside the restaurant. What a fabulous night.

So Tony and Gordana, a special congratulations to you, it was an honour to photograph your wedding for you, happy anniversary!

An Emporium Hotel wedding reception for Caitlin & Michael

Holy Spirt Catholic Church New Farm wedding for Caitlin & Michael

St John’s Cathedral & Tartufo Ristorante wedding, Happy 1st Anniversary Tony & Gordana

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