Journal

“Our biggest priority for the day was to just have lots of fun!” Peta told me afterwards.

And honestly, that decision shaped every part of their wedding day.

Some weddings just feel like home from the very beginning.  Laura and Edward’s day at Pietro Gallus Estate was exactly that: Warm, welcoming, and full of intention.  The kind of celebration where nothing felt forced, and every moment felt like a true reflection of who they are. From the way they met, to the way […]

Some venues have a reputation for being beautiful. Then there are venues that make you feel something the moment you walk through the door. 

Stones of the Yarra Valley is definitely the second kind.

When Kimberly and Raphael first visited the venue, they hadn’t even started picturing their wedding day in detail yet. But the second Kimberly stepped into the chapel, everything changed.

“The first time I stepped into the chapel I started crying, it had such a special, spiritual feeling and I knew this is where I wanted to be united as a couple in front of our loved ones.”

There has been so much hype around Alora Macedon, and honestly, it makes complete sense. 
This is a brand new private estate wedding venue in the Macedon Ranges, set across 13 acres, and it brings something genuinely different to the Victorian wedding scene. 

It feels considered, architectural, and very design led, which is exactly why it suits my editorial approach to wedding photography so well.

Some couples leave things to chance.

Claire is not one of those people.

Before we even talk about the architecture, the styling, or the dance floor that stayed packed all night, we need to talk about the fact that Claire hired not one, but THREE different Etsy witches to cast a very specific weather spell for her wedding day. 

The brief? No rain. Partly sunny. Somewhere between 22 and 27 degrees.

And quite surprisingly, it worked.

If you’ve ever wished you could get married somewhere that feels like Italy — olive groves, rolling hills, wine, late-night feasts, pasta course after course, and that easy-going joie de vivre included — then you’re not alone and this is exactly how I wanted my own wedding day to feel.

One of the first things many couples tell me when they reach out is they want their wedding to feel romantic, intimate, soulful, and yes, Italian in spirit.

There’s something I’ve noticed more and more over the past few seasons of wedding photography: brides are having fun with their fashion again. They’re changing outfits, breaking rules, dancing harder, and choosing pieces that feel like an extension of who they actually are.

And when it comes to bridal mini dresses, one name keeps coming up again and again: Aston Bridal.

I recently sat down (virtually) with Miranda-Lee Aston, founder and designer behind the Sydney-based brand, to talk all things bridal minis.

Some wedding days are perfectly planned. Others are perfectly felt.

Bronte and Shaun’s wedding sat firmly in the second category.

From the very first message Bronte sent, it was clear they weren’t interested in tradition for tradition’s sake.

They wanted a day that felt upbeat, intimate, family-orientated, and full of movement. Just a modern love story unfolding naturally, with great food, great energy, and the people who matter most right there with them.

If you’ve been dreaming of a wedding that feels like a romantic escape to the Italian countryside (minus the long-haul flight) then Pietro Gallus Estate will be your dream Tuscan-inspired venue.

Nestled in the rolling hills of Warrandyte South, just 45 minutes from Melbourne’s CBD, this family-owned estate blends the rustic charm of Tuscany with the elegance of fine dining, award-winning spirits, and stunning views over their olive grove.

Whether you’re planning a grand celebration in the Olivigna restaurant, an intimate wedding of up to 60 people in the La Terrazza, or a chic family-only private dinner in The Lounge, here’s your complete guide to weddings at Pietro Gallus Estate.

If you’re dreaming of a Sunnyside wedding that balances Vogue-inspired style with candid, in-the-moment storytelling, this one is for you.
Shanai and Joshua’s celebration is a beautiful example of how this venue comes to life when couples lean into its gardens, architectural spaces, and effortless coastal elegance. Their day was modern, editorial, and deeply personal. They focused on being present, celebrating with loved ones, and we worked together to create heirloom-worthy photographs that feel timeless and elevated.