Weddings
I (Leah) put my heart and soul into capturing your day as uniquely as possible. I absolutely adore weddings and love being able to use my artistic ability to create the images you’ve always wanted.
It’s always an absolute honour to be capturing one of the most important days of your lives. Whether you're eloping, having a small gathering on a family members property or going all out I’ll be there with my fun filled energetic self.
While to some I’m just your wedding photographer, I can honestly say I am so much more than that. I’m here to help brainstorm ideas, get you connected with other amazing vendors and help achieve the wedding of your dreams.
Wild in Bloom aims to curate your day perfectly down to the finest details, we understand that there can be so many emotions attached with getting married so we aim to help ease that as much as possible, don’t be afraid to call me! No seriously, if you're needing help or just needing to shed a tear or two I’m your gal!
How are we different?
Ok I’ll be the first one to admit I am kinda (a lot) awkward, but I’m the most fun, loving and down to earth kinda person who will become a contortionist just to make sure I get the perfect image. You can also expect to meet with me multiple times before your big day (face to face or via zoom). Why? well I aim to ensure that all my clients feel super comfortable with me. I completely understand that being in front of the camera isn’t a normal thing for a lot of people so this is one way to help break that ice.
What can you expect from Leah?
Planning a wedding can be super daunting I mean it’s not something you do every day. But one thing I always suggest is start looking at vendors, go and meet with them, share your vision and make sure you 100% feel comfortable with them, that they fit within your budget (if you have one), and that they can do what your after. Once you have met with them and are happy with them, book them in ASAP! People book weddings years in advanced so if you have a particular vendor that’s a must have lock it in straight away!
Ok, so your newly engaged but don’t know what to do?
I get it not everyone wants to have a wedding party but if you and your significant other are, work out who these people are going to be. Think about those special people you couldn’t imaging doing life without, that you know will stand beside you so so proud and honoured to be there. That are going to be there ready to jump in and help pin you hair back into place, fill your glass up and just make your day so much more fun.
Are you having a wedding party?
Choosing your venue
Get looking at different venues and see which one suits you and your partner best. Sit down and have a meeting with them and work out what they do and don’t do, different venues catering capabilities are so different. Some will have a chef and wait staff while other don’t, some may have drinks packages and bar staff and others not so make sure these questions are asked when you get in contact with them as this can add to your budget very quickly.
Are you planning on getting married all at the same location or are you having your ceremony in one particular spot then relocating for the reception? keeping in mind travel time it takes to get from one place to another.
Set aside some time to meet with all your vendors at different times to get to know them and to build that relationship up to ensure your day goes off without a hitch. Don’t be afraid to delegate different role to people you trust to ensure that everything is set up just as you planned and to also be uncharge of things like taking home all your cards and gifts once the night has ended.
Before your wedding day
We all know wedding days can be so full on so ensuring your bridal parties know what’s expected of them will help ease your stress. Ensure someones in charge of things like food and drinks while getting ready, steaming your dress and the bridesmaides dresses, ensuring the steamer in packed, ironing shirts, that someone has packed the rings and has the rings on them ect.
Give your bridal/grooms party roles
Double (and triple) check with all your vendors that they will be coming on your set date and what times they are expected to be there to set up. Have your timeline of your day set and sent out.
Ensure you have everything ready, like getting those rings cleaned, having all the alterations done to your dress or suit. Have a box of special things you want incorporated into your flat lays. Having MATCHING socks! Waterproof anything that needs waterproofing.
Ensure the get ready space has lots of natural light and is tidy. We are super busy and working with time constraints so we will often shoot in places as they are ( this is often a job put onto a parent or bridal party member to ensure things stay tidy)
If there are kids involved please ensure you have someone that will be able to attend to them for for you, keep them fed, entertained and safe.
Things to remember
On the day
Make sure you have spoken with your celebrant so they know exactly when to start. This is also when i’ll remind them to stay OUT of the way for your first kiss ( we don’t need their face in that frame).
Nerves will kick in for some when it comes time to walk down the isle, so take some deep breaths, walk nice and slow, if someones walking you down the aisle make sure they are linked arms with you/holding your hand. Keep those beautiful eyes up and when it comes times for your first kiss NICE and SLOW is how we like it so I can really capture the moment for you.
one last thing from me make sure you allow more time than you think for things, this way you won’t be stressing as much and can just enjoy your day as it unfolds.
