Photos by Jay Blog

Jak and Sally chose The Rocks for their e-session playground as it was where they first met. They were all smiles and as we wandered through the city I felt as if I was catching up with old friends.

I love this sequence – very cheeky!

Sally is somewhat obsessed with the colour pink, and for this I am grateful after seeing her vibrant top jump off the screen in the photos.

I love exploring the Rocks – at times you feel as if you’re wandering through Prague or Venice. I think this image exemplifies that feeling.

Seriously… Sally’s top just pops!

They’re such a sweet couple – their wedding on board the breathtaking Bella Vista next month is going to be a blast!

When Gauri and Amro asked me to photograph their e-session in Newtown, I could barely contain my excitement. Their playful nature and utter inability to last for more than five seconds without cracking up laughing, combined with the energy and vibrant colour and textures of Newtown promised to result in some fantastic images. Here are a few of my favourites from the day.

Note for photographers: Most of these photos made use of off-camera lighting. Taking your flash off camera gives you the ability to add another dimension to your images – you are in control of the light.

I love the energy of this image.

My absolute favourite from the day.

Thanks for a great afternoon guys, I’m looking forward to the laughter and joy at your wedding in September.

Nothing can prepare you for the sheer silliness of Matt and Beck.

Beneath all the crazy, Matt and Beck share a warm-and-fuzzy love.

Beck: “Can Matt chase me around a tree like he does at home?”

Beck to me: “Make sure you get some photos of me poking my tongue out”.

My hands-down favourite from the afternoon:

Thanks for the great afternoon Matt and Beck – I can’t wait for the wedding!

Elvyn and Nish are down to earth with a strong sense of family, and maintain a deep love and respect for one another. Our conversations leading up to the wedding as well as during their e-session earlier in the year were less about wedding talk and more about our lives and families. Their wedding day was no different – amidst the flurry of activity around Nish as she was getting dressed and made-up, she still sported a wide, cheeky grin.

Elvyn, as always, presented a calm and collected exterior.

We then met up a block away from Nish’s house where the ceremony was to be held – I think this is the most action Pennant Hills has ever seen!

Nish looked flawless:

Married!

We then drove into the heart of the city for some photos around The Rocks and Sydney Opera House:

Sometimes the natural, spotaneous photos turn out the best. I love the mood of this photo.

Congratulations Elvyn and Nish! Stay tuned for part 2 – the reception.

Last week I drove up to the spacious Nurragingy Reserve in Doonside for Vijita and Pranil’s pre-wedding photo session. They are shy, calm and contemplative and share a close connection.

I chose to present these images in a moody, soft style which I feel mirrors Vijita and Pranil’s quiet and tender relationship.

Pranil and Vijita, thanks for spending time with me and I look forward to capturing some beautiful moments at your wedding next year.

Not your typical wedding. Not even close.

Last weekend I travelled down to the Southern Highlands for Sebastien and Gisella’s wedding. Gisella’s family friend had graciously allowed them to use their huge farm in Robertson for the ceremony.

Gisella designed her own dress, with a long, flowing train and intricate lace work.

She even designed her bouquet:

I stopped by Sebastien’s rented home in Robertson to find him and his family exchanging excited banter in French. Sebastien is such a romantic; I asked him, “how are you feeling?”, to which he replied, “Lucky”.

Sebastien and his brother clowning around:

Enjoying a game of pool to calm the nerves with the family, who had all flown in from France for the wedding:

In true country style, Sebastien’s vows were interrupted by the loud horn of a passing country train, which had everyone in stitches:

Married!

Taking in the beautiful scenery as husband and wife:

We then moved onto the charming and rustic Centennial Vineyards in Bowral for the intimate reception.

Some fun in the vineyards:

Gisella’s Italian heritage manifested itself in the form of a delicious icecream gelato cake – brilliant idea!

Sebastien and Gisella are overflowing with love for each other and their families. It was very endearing seeing Sebastien and his family speak in broken English; despite this the sincerity and beauty of the words were not lost.

Congratulations Sebastien and Gisella!

More soon from this intimate outdoor wedding.