Lately brides have been finding brand new ways to express themselves through their weddings. When it comes to bridal fashion, it’s all about infusing your own personal style these days. 

Wanting to style a modern, artistic bridal fashion shoot, Jan from Branch and Blossom and Max from Aesthete Film and Photography put their heads – and talents – together to create this stunning shoot. 

Jan explained, “Max and I are both creatives who like to push at the boundaries and we are both continually striving to create work that is authentic and diverse. Plus, let’s face it, we really just wanted an excuse to pat baby deer!“

That brings us to the location itself. Borumba Deer Park is in the Mary Valley, where you can find pet-friendly camping and some fun activities including deer-spotting. This one has just made its way onto my 2021 weekend bucket list!

The unique location was ideal artistically for creating an extreme contrast of bridal white against the dense forestry backdrop with the vivid pop of colour in the full-bodied rose bouquet. 

“We see more and more of our couples wanting to tell their story and celebrate their love in a more inspired and unique way. Wedding photography has become almost editorial in nature. This often includes a break away from more traditional locations to more adventurous and offbeat settings.” Jan said. 

Vendors

Photographer: Aesthete Film and Photography

Videographer: Aesthete Film and Photography

Florist: Branch and Blossom

Location: Borumba Deer Park

Hair + makeup: C Styling Bridal & Brows

Model: Jessia Hoskins, styled with items from her own wardrobe. 

BORUMBA STYLED SHOOT from Aesthete Film and Photography on Vimeo.

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Was it a hard decision?

Initially it did feel hard and a bit stressful! However once the decision was made (we moved our big celebration at Aquila Retreat till next October) I focused on creating a really magical day this year and was really relaxing and all about us. Funnily enough we now feel like we have the best of both worlds!

Tell us about what you did on the day.

The boys went out for breakfast while the girls got started on hair and makeup at our unit. I had my favourite music on, and did up some platters for us, and the whole morning was super chilled – we actually were running ahead of time!

We had our first look photos there, then headed to the ceremony together. It was the most stunning day with blue sky and wispy clouds, and when we were standing at the altar I couldn’t get over how stunning our spot was.

We did some sneaky photos together in a little forest path after the ceremony then met our guests at Ross’s parents’ place for the reception. Then it was drinks and canapés, and I took my shoes off straight away!

We had the most incredible 7-course degustation from 6:00, then carried on with drinks in the lounge setting by the pool. It felt so ‘us’ and we both couldn’t get over how perfect the entire day was!

Share a special moment from the day.

We loved getting first look photos at our unit overlooking the ocean! It was so nice to take time out together before the ceremony and get lost in the moment.

Seeing each other beforehand made it feel like the day was just for us and helped settle the nerves – we also loved getting chauffeured to the ceremony together in a gorgeous black Jag convertible.

Where did you spend your Honeymoon?

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Grace says the storm that started from 5:00am on her wedding day to Nick didn’t phase her whatsoever, even when it continued all day long. She put down her calmness to be a lot to do with her faith in Sunshine Coast wedding photographer, Emma Nayler, who she knew would capture her day beautifully, no matter what. That’s why she booked her date around Emma’s availability. 

Grace shares her wedding day story below… 

Our Highest Wedding Day Priority

Second to our photography, we put our guests as high priority. We wanted to make sure no one left hungry and everyone danced the night away. Our caterers and entertainment were a huge part in making this work.

The Most Unforgettable Wedding Day Memory

My dad seeing me in my dress for the first time. His reaction was absolutely priceless and something I will cherish forever.

Our Biggest Wedding-planning Challenge

Sticking to the budget was definitely a challenge. All our vendors were worth every cent though and we wouldn’t change a thing.

Images by Emma Nayler Photographer

Our Stand-out Vendors

Emma Nayler Photographer – We picked our wedding date around Emma‘s availability. I had never imagined anyone else doing my wedding photos and it was the best decision we made.

Branch and Blossom, our florist – The flexibility and advice they gave was second to none in helping us achieve the florals we dreamed about, within our budget.

MCP Film – This was a huge decision for us as we weren’t sure if we would stretch the budget for film, but MCP not only filmed for us, but Jessica corrected my makeup and Mickey fixed the boys ties. They really blended to be a part of the bridal party.

Music

Walking down the aisle: If This Is It – Newton Faulkner

Bridal party entrance: You Make My Dreams – Hall and Oates

Our first dance: From The Ground Up by Dan & Shay

Check out this First Dance playlist, curated by me using songs from real weddings, and a few of my own suggestions… 

Things We Wouldn’t Change for the World

I wouldn’t change a thing about the day (honestly!), but I would definitely take more time to enjoy the planning process. Looking back, that was some of the most exciting times – meeting new vendors, taste testing cakes, picking out flowers, choosing the venue!

Our ceremony was perfect. We chose a non-traditional ceremony, and our celebrant made our ceremony entirely personalised. It was inclusive of our guests and if they weren’t laughing they were crying. We received so many compliments about our ceremony and we felt so comfortable sharing our story with our friends and family thanks to our celebrant.

The Most Emotional Moment of the Day

Meeting Nick at the end of the altar. Finally seeing each other for the first time after all the wild weather we had and just being able to take a moment to check in on each other and realise we were finally getting married. It definitely felt surreal.

Wedding Secrets

Biggest splurge: My wedding dress! I had a particular designer and price in mind but I had a moment when I put something on that just felt right! Cliché, I know, but it actually happens!

Best money-saving decision: Re-purposing our flowers. Our florist was amazing at designing our floral arrangements so that they could be repurposed during the reception for styling. Our arbour flowers were used on the bridal table and tables ends and the various bouquets were placed in vases throughout the reception.

DIY: Stationary and signage! At the time I worked in Graphic Design and printing so I was able to design, print and hand-make all our stationery. We also set the outdoor reception styling ourselves using our own outdoor furniture, hay bales, crates and lighting.

Bride’s dress: Ferrari Formalwear – ‘Adara’ by Wilderly

Veil: Ferrari Formalwear

Shoes: Nine West

Groom’s and groomsmen’s suit: Ferrari Formalwear

Belt + shoes: Tarocash

Cufflinks: David Jones

Ties: Connor

Pocket squares: Handmade

Rings: Michael Hill Jeweller

Bridesmaids’ dresses: Show Me Your Mumu

Bridesmaids’ accessories: Lovisa

Bridesmaids’ shoes: Novo

Honeymoon: Hamilton Island

Number of guests: 85

Wedding budget: $30,000

Actual cost of wedding: $40,000

Advice for Future Brides and Grooms

Don’t fret the weather! Our photographer managed to create the most amazing shots with the weather we were dealt on our wedding day. We had storms from around 5:00am that morning and carried on all day. My mum still can’t believe how relaxed I was as it stormed all day, but it honestly never bothered me! I just couldn’t wait to get down the aisle and see my man!

Our Next Big Adventure

We absolutely can’t wait to start a family so our next step is to renovate and sell our house so we can buy our dream family property. A nice house on a piece of land just like we were raised on.

The Crew

Photographer: Emma Nayler Photographer | Videographer: MCP Film | Venue: Yabbaloumba Retreat | Florist: Branch & Blossom | Cake: Jessie & Co. | Entertainment: John Veloso Music | Wedding planner: L&L Co Events | Catering: Beauty and the Beard Eats & Events | Favours: Cooloola Colour Graphics | Hair + makeup: Hair Review Gympie | Dance instruction: Bronwyn Molloy Dance Centre | Celebrant: Kath Tilly Marriage Celebrant

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If you saw our Instagram Stories last weekend, you would have noticed something pretty cool afoot. An adventure-loving group on a mission to capture what became this here crazy beautiful adventure elopement imagery.

If you thought you were going to see out 2020 as a married couple, it’s time to ask yourselves, “Do we forge ahead and make it official right here, right now, or wait another year or more?”

2020 will be the year for elopements, and if you’re heading down that route (perhaps with plans to have the big party later on!), why not make it an adventure to remember?

Intimate Adventure Elopement, anyone?

This is for you if you’re so ready to be married already. Jensen & Young, Your Story Celebrant, Branch and Blossom and Naturally Jek Photography have come together to bring you the ultimate no-stress, beautiful and wildly fun intimate wedding package.

Jekka from Naturally Jek Photography is the brainchild of this package, and had this to say about the vision for the elopement shoot, “As a lover of the outdoors and adventurous soul, I have always had a heart for intimate elopements. For years I pictured an elopement on the cliff tops of Hells Gates at Noosa National Park.

“When Covid 19 struck and so many wedding were limited, this created a unique opportunity to offer something incredibly unique to our couples.”

“Since teaming up with Ash, Danielle and Jan, we realise that this package actually provides couples who are lovers of the great outdoors and want to intentionally celebrate their love, regardless of being able to have a larger wedding or not.”

Images by Naturally Jek Photography

Sunshine Coast Elopement Package

Grab your lover’s hand and get ready because the elopement crew have their hiking boots on! You can have ocean views, mountain tops, forests and cliff edges – and the adventure elopement crew promise you an adventure and beautiful memories unique just to you.

The crew will plan and guide you through a four-hour adventure experience that captures the first look, the ceremony, portrait session and all those little moments in-between.

You just need to be in love and willing to have a lot of fun!

Your 4-hour Intimate Adventure Elopement Package includes:

• Celebrant
• Photographer
• Videographer
• Florist

You choose your own wedding adventure with this package, and the opportunities are endless – it’s all planned to be uniquely your day. The things each wedding will have in common is your memories will be breathtaking, heart-racing, and unforgettable.

Contact Jekka at  Naturally Jek Photography to start planning your adventure elopement.

Elopement Film

As part of your package, you get both photos and video of all your special moments. It’s never been more important to have something to show your families and friends to share your day with them.

Intimate Adventures – Hell’s Gates from Jensen CREATIVE on Vimeo.

Ready to book your Sunshine Coast elopement?

This offer is for 2020 wedding only. Find out more about the Intimate Adventure Elopement Package, including all Terms and Conditions and pricing here.

Shoot Credits

Photographer: Naturally Jek Photography | Videographer: Jensen & Young | Florist: Branch and Blossom | Dress: Marilyn Crystelle Bridal | Celebrant: Your Story Celebrant | Models: Katrina + Kerrod

 

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