Posts Tagged ‘Currumbin RSL’
Cassia & Cameron – Currumbin
Cassia and Cameron got married at Len Wort Park at Currumbin on a beautiful day in late December. The park is a wonderful place for nuptials; close enough to the beach to see and hear the ocean, but just back far enough that the wind and sand doesn’t cause too much havoc to the ceremony. There are trees for shade, the ground is firm for walking, and there are wonderful places not too far away for photos.
Cassia looked absolutely stunning as she walked down the sandy aisle, led by her beautiful bridesmaids and of course, her flowergirls. Cameron didn’t look too bad himself; nor did his groomsemen who flanked him, and who stood by him that day as they must have stood by him in days past – there was a bond between them that seemed to me particularly strong.
The ceremony went by and the documents were signed, and then we went for a walk to the beach to take some more photos. Afterwards, at the cusp of evening, we went back to teh Currumbin RSL for the reception, which was much like the rest of the day – warm, joyous, understated, self-assured.
I was honoured to have been a part of the wedding, and I wish Cassia and Cameron all the best in the future. I hope you enjoy the sample photos!
Fiataui & Candice – Burleigh
Fiataui and Candice’s wedding was one of the most memorable I’ve photographed in a long time. The nuptials were set to take place on Burleigh headland, and in the hours prior to ceremony dark thunderclouds could be seen gathering over the Gold Coast hinterland. Several guests asked my opinion on whether the ceremony ought to be delayed, but I assured them that the storm was of the teacup variety, and would dissipate harmlessly before the bride arrived. Moments later a tornado struck, and we all fled screaming to a nearby shelter.
I then delivered the unfortunate news to the huddled guests that the weather had set in, and the ceremony would surely need to be abandoned. A few minutes later the rain ceased, the sun broke from behind the black clouds, and the wind became still.
Then the bride arrived, strolling out from beneath a sunburst as if nothing had happened. It was like a miracle.
The ceremony went by without a hitch, with a local celebrant and a Samoan priest sharing duties. When couple sealed their vows with a kiss the crowd applauded, then gathered around to congratulate the newly-weds. Candice was stunning in her classic white dress, and Fiataui struck a handsome and imposing figure in his traditional garb.
Afterwards, we went to Currumbin for some photos at the Alley, and then we went to the Currumbin RSL for the reception. The evening passed pleasantly, but without any unusual happenings, until it was time for the bridal waltz. And then we were all treated a very special traditional Samoan dance, performed with exceptional skill by both the bride and groom.
It was an honour to have been a part of the wedding, and to have shared such a special event with two warm and loving people. I wish you guys all the best for the future, and I hope you like the sample photos. Many more to come!
