Tealilyphotography Stylebook by Trish Lee

the stylebook Issue #1 2010 by tealilyphotography

REAL MOMENTS

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Photographers deal in things which are continually vanishing

and when they have vanished there is no contrivance on earth which can make them come back again.â&#x20AC;?

~ Henri Cartier-Bresson

REAL MOMENTS

“Think about the photo before and after, never during. The

secret is to take your time. You mustn’t go too fast. The subject must forget about you. Then, however, you must be very quick.” ~ Henri Cartier-Bresson

Contents List 08. intro + Contact 10. wedding faqs 12. giveaways 16. INSIGHTS 22. INTERVIEWS Karen Willis holmes NICOLA BURFORD THE USUAL SUSPECTS THIS PAPER SHIP LAVISH PETALS Faye CAhill No Limit Pictures Pauline Fawkner Alicia Larreira

44. SweetheartS 48. FEATURED wedding 52. SOMETHIN’ SWEET 6

CONTENTS

hello lovelies. It was a slow winter day, and my schedule looked a little light for the rest of the week when I received an email from a past bride* who planted this little idea of a ‘lookbook’ into my head. A couple of days later we met up for an evening coffee with scrapbooks in hand, talking a mile a minute and conjuring up what we hope you might enjoy today. This lookbook turned into a stylebook somewhere along the way as I saw this little outlet as a way to celebrate our style - yours, and mine. Since I’ve started out in this industry, I continue to be shaped by the creative influences both from around me and within. I realise that every client that comes my way also helps to influence this. Your personalities, tastes, attention to detail and love for laughter and romance are spun through these pages and I’m honoured that I was able to be a part of it. Finally, I’ve always had the intent of putting together a resource list of my favourite suppliers who I have had the privilege of working with in the past year or so. Instead of simply listing out a bunch of names and websites, I thought they should benefit from a bit more love so I’ve tucked them all neatly into this book, with a bonus insight into their lives and if you’re lucky, you might find some special offers hidden in here as well! Please note this stylebook is not for profit, and was made entirely with love. So this stylebook is the perfect chance for me to say thank you to my dear faithful readers, beautiful clients and clients to be. Thank you so much for your continued support and encouragement! I love what I do so much because of all of you and I still can’t believe I get to call this my job. I’d be nowhere without your feedback, and this project is no different. In return for your thoughts, you’ll receive a little something from me (see final page for details)! Please sit down, grab a coffee, get comfy and peruse this little piece of prettiness, and please share it with others who you think might find it useful too. *Special thanks also to Leslie (the idea planter) & Zab (the one who taught me how to use InDesign) & all the contributors who helped make this possible. You guys are the best! Much love!!

Trish xx

INTRODUCTION

Connect with Trish 0402 786 129

www.tealilyphotography.com info@tealilyphotography.com facebook.com/tealilyphotography

DANIEL + HANNAH

dear trish

How can we best prepare for the photos on our wedding day so we get the best and most relaxed coverage? It might sound a bit corny but firstly, the only thing you need to do is focus on the love of your life, and remember what you’re celebrating. All the preparation has been done, all the details sorted, all you have to do is sit back and enjoy the fruits of your hard work. Let someone else be in charge of making sure the decor is up, the chairs ready, the group photos, the placecards and the sound system etc...the camera is extra sensitive to stress! Secondly, if you’re think you’re going to freeze up if you see a camera out of the corner of your eye it might be an idea to do an engagement shoot beforehand. It’s a time for you and me, and the camera to get to know each other. You will receive all your images before your day and I welcome feedback on them all the time so we know how to work things on the day itself, should any changes need to be made. Lastly, mingle and spend time with friends and family! The best shots are captured when you’re celebrating those real moments with dear loved ones who’ve come out just to see you :)

How do we work props into our engagement/wedding day shoots? Props in shoots (as you can see by some examples on this page) have taken off in the last couple of years as additional elements to shoots. I must say here and now, please proceed with caution and don’t over do it and try everything all at once! I absolutely love it when couples bring props that celebrate an important part of who they are or experiences they have shared together as it represents something personal to them or a story that can be explained to an onlooker. Props that help a couple relax and have fun or introduce a theme or insight into the wedding day itself are also great. I would invite anyone hoping to include props into their shoot to just let me know beforehand. We can work together to make sure it hits the mark - that the overall picture represents the style and story you are hoping to achieve and we can have some fun! From your perspective, what kind of makeup makes for the best photographs? From my untrained-in-makeup and pure photographer perspective, the best makeup is that which makes you feel beautiful and ultra comfortable, so you can relax and just be you in front of the lens. The girly in me loves beautiful eyelashes, great brows, and makeup that brings out your eyes.

READER FAQs Help! My groom hates photos, what can I do? I’ve had quite a few brides tell me this now. I reassure you on my part that my style of coverage throughout the wedding day is generally documentary (i.e. no posing required) unless you choose to have a location shoot where some direction is provided. Although most couples choose to have photos on location, I will always leave this up to you. Again, an engagement shoot in the leadup might also help calm his nerves (especially if he is pleasantly surprised by the results), but most of the time, I think the groom surprises us all on the wedding day itself and more often than not, he is the one asking me to take an extra photo or two!! When is the best time to take location photos? Sunrise and sunset for sure!!! I know this isn’t always feasible (I can see some of you giving me eyebrows at the word ‘sunrise’) but I promise the extra effort is worth it. For engagement shoots we often have a bit more flexibility to work to the best light as we are not constrained by time but in any case, I always try and understand the running schedule of the day for the wedding in order to advise and provide my opinion on where and when might be the best time to grab some location photos. How much editing should we expect from the images we receive from our wedding day? This is another FAQ which differs from photographer to photographer. For me, the best representation I can give you of the degree of editing you receive on your images would be what you see on my website and blog. I edit for colour, contrast, lighting, and toning and of course that annoying pimple if it decides to pay you a visit on your day! Additional editing or further special requests will need to be communicated just in case. Do you also take formal family/group photographs? Yes definitely, I know how important these are, especially to mum and dad. I usually organise this straight after the ceremony (after you’ve had time to be congratulated by friends and family) and ask if a family member or close friend can take care of gathering everyone together so I can focus on getting through the shots efficiently. What do we do if it rains?

Umbrellas are always a must (although I do welcome the bride and groom who are happy to go nuts in the rain for a crazy cool shot)!! If it pours so terribly that we can’t set foot outside, I am happy to have a rainy day fallback and shoot your location photos at another day and time if you would prefer this option.

MELANIE + DAVID

Always have a Plan B! If you are having an outdoor ceremony, check if there are under cover options, and if not, reception venues are often able to accomodate for this as well. I often suggest taking shelter in a nice cafe or bar (although permission should be requested), and even better if it is a place you might chill out at on any other occasion.

GIVEAWAYS with love from etsy.com

New and repurposed vintage earring and necklaces are the specialty of Amanda at Freshy Fig, with a focus on one-of-a-kind, sustainable accessories. Freshy Fig’s pretty trinkets were featured in Becc and Chris’ wedding (left) and loved to bits. You too can get your Freshy Fig fix as Amanda has generously given us two of her sweet pieces for this issue: 1) Carved turquoise bird + leaf lariat (left) 2) Vintage typewriter key necklace (below) Email info@tealilyphotography with subject ‘FRESHY FIG’ for your chance to win one today!

Creator of the original personalised wire hangers as seen in Anna & Josh’s awesome weddingl! There are two of these up for grabs with this issue, perfect for that once in a lifetime wedding dress that bears your name. Win it for yourself or as a gift for a friend! Email info@tealilyphotography.com with subject line ‘LILA FRANCES’ for the chance to win one of two personalised hangers Lila is giving away!

GIVEAWAYS 14

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BEC & DAN

My top five insights + ideas, inspired by some wonderful couples!

Breathe, Relax & Enjoy...

Leave enough time to celebrate with some bubbles and chill with your closest friends and family before you leave for the ceremony. Remember, the day has all been planned, you just need to enjoy it! The camera is extra sensitive to stress but has a soft spot for smiles and infectious laughter!

INSIGHTS & IDEAS

SAYNA & TOM

witnessed a few ceremonies where the bride and groom look a little lost and are Embrace your culture... I’ve not sure what’s going on when it’s time to pay respects to their culture and tradition. I

would advise you to sit down and ask your parents or grandparents so you can enjoy the true meaning of the service, and so they can too!!

Sophie & derek

Be prepared...

Not sure if it might rain? Bring an umbrella, and an extra pretty one if you can find one! Think your feet might get tired walking around in your new heels? Wear them in a bit first or bring some thongs for some rest in between! Oh, and hollywood tape is a definite must have (Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve even begun to take some in my camera bag just in case), youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll never know when it might come in handy.

INSIGHTS & IDEAS

Nallini & andrew

Fall in love...

with each other, and with the surrounds of wonderful Sydney. Simple architecture can make for awesome images, and the natural beauty of our city filled with beaches, parks, laneways, and cafes never goes unnoticed. For your location shoot, choose a place that has meaning to you, and when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re there...fall in love with each other all over again.

jesse & paul

INSIGHTS & IDEAS

Be true to yourselves... Jesse & Paul drew a lot of attention with the sweet thought they put into their wedding day shoot. After a short registry ceremony with the closest of family and friends, we went to the local park and all sorts of amazing pieces started coming out of the car - bedside tables, vases, cupcake stands, books, framed photos, and a vintage scrabble game to name a few. I was delighted to find that everything was straight out of their home and from the heart, and for a couple of hours simply transported onto this field to make things special for just the two of them on their wedding day (although, she may have cheated a little on the cupcakes!!).

karen willis holmes

an interview with

BRIDAL GOWN DESIGN + COUTURE

What are your top tips for brides looking for their perfect gown? Make sure to be open to trying a few different styles to find the perfect one for you. What you originally thought would suit you, may turn out not to be the best choice for your body. When you do go shopping for a gown, do your research via magazines and internet first and pick out a few designers that you love the look of. We recommend you don’t go to too many stores as you can get overwhelmed and confused. Also, it is best not to take too many people. Everyone will have their own opinion and it will make it confusing for you to choose something that you love. Lastly, have fun!

Describe your business philosophy in a sentence: Karen Willis Holmes aims to provide a memorable quality service and the perfect gown for your special day. Which five words best describe you? Organised, patient, thorough, fashionlover, and workaholic! On a day off, we could find you...with my husband having a delicious meal and a glass of wine in a fabulous restaurant in Sydney (I love it here even though I have been here for over 10years, I am like a tourist the way I carry on about it) Tell us something that most people don’t know about your business: Like any business, there are a lot of things going on behind the scenes. Brides don’t realise how much extra we do to ensure they have the most perfect gown on their wedding day. I have a team of about 12 in the workroom and we make every single gown right here in our workroom/head office which allows us to do personalised touches on the gowns. What can’t you live without? My husband, Geoff! And, my daily morning coffees at Bill and Toni’s cafe in Potts Point. Who or what are you currently inspired by? I am always inspired by vintage couture fashion – especially vintage corsetry by Dior and Vivien Westwood. Right now, I am loving an ‘ethereal’ look and feel, with delicate lace, ruffles, soft pastels, and forest fairies. Define ‘beauty’: I think ‘beauty’ is being comfortable and confident in your own skin.

Which gown is your favourite in the collection? Out of our new collection in the ready to wear stores, I love the ‘Alyssa’ gown. It has just enough drama and bling. What do you think are the future trends for the spring and summer seasons? Flirty soft ruffles are in and will continue to be popular in bridal. Simple silhouettes with decorative embellishments also look like they are here to stay. My customers are ...Individual women, who are after a fabulous sophisticated design, that is contemporary yet classic. They recognize quality and love fashion! My favourite bridal website is...Polka dot bride is a pretty spectacular site for all things bridal – they feature everything from dresses to honeymoon destinations as well as ‘to do’ sections for those personal touches you may want to add to your wedding. My secret for a beautiful wedding is ...Individuality and sincerity - be true to what you and your partner want and it will all reflect in everything on the day. It will make both of you happy and feel more comfortable and that will then make everyone else feel the same.

BUSINESS NAME: KEY CONTACT: CONTACT NUMBER: CONTACT EMAIL: WEBSITE: FACEBOOK: BLOG:

Karen Willis Holmes Karen Willis Holmes 02 9519 3901 karen@karenwillisholmes.com.au www.karenwillisholmes.com.au facebook.com/karen-willlis-holmes karenwillisholmes.blogspot.com

SOPHIE + DEREK

BRIDAL GOWNS

HAIR & MAKEUP

nicola burford

an interview with

HAIR & MAKEUP

Describe your beauty philosophy in a sentence: Embrace what you have. Which five words best describe you? Friendly, passionate, open minded, optimistic, eager. On a day off, we could find you? Working! What has been the highlight of your career to date? Apart form working with Trish of course, it would have to be working on the Alexander McQueen fashion shows in Paris. What can’t you live without? Love! Who or what are you currently inspired by? All my peers in the fashion, beauty, film, television and music industries. Define ‘beauty’: It sounds so corny but is absolutely true – beauty is something you are and live by, it’s a moral code that expresses itself aesthetically. What are your top makeup tips for brides in preparation for their wedding day? Sleep lots, eat well, exercise regularly especially when you think you are too busy, and drink lots water. Enjoy a facial or two and exfoliate regularly. Keep the fake tan to a minimum and remember to breathe!

Any words for the groom? As per advice for the Bride! What do you think are the future trends for the spring and summer seasons? Soft, copper or bronze smoky eyeshadow creating a halo around the eyes will be big for summer. My favourite bridal website is... Primped.com for all things beauty” My secret for a beautiful wedding ...is being in every moment” How can we keep up to date with what’s happening with you/your business: Primped.com and Pages Digital Can tealilyphotography readers get an extra special looking after if they mention they found you through this stylebook? If you mention you found my name through this stylebook, there is no charge for false lashes. BUSINESS NAME: Nicola Burford Make Up KEY CONTACT: Nicola Burford CONTACT NUMBER: 0413 000 522 CONTACT EMAIL: info@nicolaburfordmakeup.com.au WEBSITE: nicolaburfordmakeup.com.au

HAIR & MAKEUP

KANICE + LAWRENCE: HAIR + MAKEUP BY NICOLA BURFORD

an interview with

the usual suspects

FROM FUNKIFIED ENTERTAINMENT

ENTERTAINMENT

Hello! Let’s start with an introduction - who’s in the band and what are they known for? Bri Cowlishaw (Vocals), Gus Stephenson (Sax), Ken Allars (Trumpet), Benn Chapman (Trombone), Ben Ackland (Guitar), Robin Auld (Keys), Lindsay Beach (Bass), Rob Turner (Drums). Every member of the band is a trained professional musician, and are amongst the top players in the industry. How and when did the band form? The band formed in 2007 - the majority of us while in the Sydney Conservatorium Jazz degree, and realised we all shared a love for Stevie Wonder, Jamiroquai, Michael Jackson....we had no choice but to start a covers band! We picked up Benny and Bri along the way, and haven’t looked back. Describe your band philosophy in a sentence: 8 professional musicians all working towards creating the ultimate party atmosphere through amazing live music. Which songs would make the top ten in your perfect playlist? 1. Love Foolosophy (Jamiroquai) 2. Signed, Sealed Delivered (Stevie) 3. September (Earth, Wind and Fire) 4. Don’t Stop Til You Get Enough (MJ) 5. Cosmic Girl (Jamiroquai) 6. Senorita (Justin Timberlake) 7. Let’s Get it Started (Black Eyed Peas) 8. Unbreakable (Alicia Keys) 9. Whatever You Want (Jay Dee) 10. Call Tyrone (Erykah Badu) Which five words best describe the band? Fun, professional, energetic, funky, attractive Who or what are you currently inspired by? We have all been going through a huge Erykah Badu phase for a while, as well as listening to a fair bit of new Hip Hop and Funk coming out of the States and the UK. Rob and Robbie have about 500 gigabytes of music between them, and are constantly finding new tracks for us to listen to. On a day off, we could find you... Bri: Writing tunes Gus: Watching a Swans game Benny: Writing music for librarians Robbie: On a safari Rob: Practicing Ken: Playing in the SSO Benn: On tour Lindsay: Playing poker

Tell us something that most people don’t know about your band: We’re probably the only band in history without a single smoker. If asked, would you perform songs composed by the bride or groom for their significant other? Absolutely! We played a wedding last year where the Groom rewrote the lyrics to “Can’t Touch This” by MC Hammer, another wedding the Bride performed two songs she’d written especially for the wedding - it’s always an amazing way to say I love you. What are your top tips for brides and grooms on their wedding day? Have fun! At the end of the day, your wedding is simply the biggest party you’ve ever thrown, and it’s an experience you only have once (fingers crossed!) - just relax and enjoy yourself. The hard work should have been done well before the day planning-wise, so there is no point in worrying about what could go wrong. A few weeks ago we arrived at a wedding for soundcheck and all the bridesmaids were frantically running around the ballroom snatching menus off the tables....it was chaos! Eventually everything calmed down, and one of us asked a bridesmaid what had happened. Turned out that all the menucards had been printed incorrectly, and were displaying “Marriage of Simone and Kevin”....Kevin was her ex-boyfriend. Needless to say, apart from a very confused bride (“I was sure I paid for menus?!”), the night went off without any dramas at all. Moral of the story is, don’t stress. Chances are any problems that occur will be dealt with by your bridesmaids, MC, venue co-ordinator, or your amazing band! The only thing you should be worried about is making sure you bring your dance moves for the end of the night. How can we keep up to date with what’s happening with you/your business? We are part of the Funkified Entertainment umbrella, and provide regular twitter and facebook updates about upcoming Usual Suspects gigs, open rehearsals you can see the band at, news, everything! Funkified is a boutique event entertainment agency run by musicians and event planners, so you get the quality of agency for the price of a band. Check out the Funkified website at www.Funkified.com.au

BUSINESS NAME: The Usual Suspects KEY CONTACT: Gus Stephenson CONTACT NUMBER: 0403 668 540 CONTACT EMAIL: gus@funkified.com.au WEBSITE: www.funkified.com.au ADDRESS: PO BOX 745 Leichhardt 2040

joel + ashley

an interview with

DESIGN + ILLUSTRATION

Describe your business philosophy in a sentence: We’re all about offering personal, meaningful design and making it affordable. Which five words best describe you? Whimsical, retro, colourful, sophisticated, fun. On a day off, we could find you? In the garden or in the kitchen! Who or what are you currently inspired by? Victorian typography, old maps, the 1920s–50s, contemporary illustration. How would you guide brides and grooms to create the invitation that’s perfect for them? It may sound obvious, but we’d say be true to yourself! We work hard to tailor our suites to each individual personality, so the more a couple tells us about themselves and their tastes, hobbies, passions, etc, the more personal their invitations will be. One thing you can’t live without… A good, well-stocked kitchen! We spend a lot of our free time cooking for each other and for friends & family, and we’d seriously go insane if we ever stopped.

My favourite bridal website is... We actually watch other amazing wedding work most often on flickr, various blogs (too many to name!), and magazines like Martha Stewart Weddings. My secret for a beautiful wedding is... Not being afraid of adding in quirky or obscure things that communicate the couples’ personalities. (A good colour scheme is also crucial—certain colors together can make things pop in unexpected pleasing ways!) How can we keep up to date with your business? We’re really active on facebook, twitter, and flickr, and we update several blogs and our website regularly! Everything can be accessed easily from thispapership.com, Can tealilyphotography readers get an extra special looking after if they mention they found you through this stylebook? We’ll give them a 5% discount off of their overall invitation fee if they mention tealilyphotography!

Tell us something that most people don’t know about your business... We do every little bit of production in-house, from designing to printing to assembling by hand. (When we get our first letterpress this summer, that won’t change.) In fact, it’s all literally in our house — most of the time we work out of our living room and kitchen! My customers are... ...looking for something out of the ordinary that screams THEM! What do you think are the future trends for wedding invitations? There definitely seems to be a growing demand for one-ofa-kind invitation suites made by independent designers & artists rather than pre-mades by big companies.

BUSINESS NAME: This Paper Ship KEY CONTACT: Joel & Ashley Selby CONTACT NUMBER: (910) 330-2234 (USA) CONTACT EMAIL: thispapership@gmail.com WEBSITE: www.thispapership.com

P.S. THE WALLPAPER (OPP) is YOURS @ http://dl.dropbox.com/u/3676065/bicyclebuiltfortwo.jpg

INVITATIONS

REBEcca & NATHAN: WEDDING INVITATIONS BY THIS PAPER SHIP, Styling by REBECCA @ rebeccaisgrove.com 32

lavish petals

an interview with

FLORAL DESIGN

What are your top tips for brides looking for their perfect floral piece? Firstly, define how important flowers are to you in the scheme of things. Secondly discover if you have a theme running through your wedding plans so far, you may not think there is one but there always is. Thirdly make a image board or scrap book of any images or pictures that inspire you, and finally trust your florist. They know what they are doing. Any words for the groom? Be involved in some aspect of the wedding plans. Talk to your Bride and ask if there is anythimg you can do. They most important things you can do are listen and support your partner, Even if you are planning a small wedding there is still so much to do and it can be rather stressful. What do you think are the future trends for the spring and summer seasons? There is a strong trend for relaxed, informal, eclectic floral themes at the moment. People are moving away from the antique, formal look and playing with colour annd texture which is really exciting.

Describe your business philosophy in a sentence: Honest and practical advice with enthusiasm and passion for flowers Which five words best describe you? Patient, thoughtful, honest, creative and organised! On a day off, we could find you catching up with friends over a delicious breakfast Tell us something that most people don’t know about your business: It is a small operation with big plans! Having worked full time for 15 years in the wedding and flower industry i have not had the oportunity to promote my business as much as i wish. But that is all about to change. First step is to complete my website so that i can show case my work. What can’t you live without? Flowers of course Define ‘beauty’: Anything that makes you smile on the inside

My customers are... couples that are looking for beautiful, creative and functional flowers and finishing touches that only years of creating and setting up wedding venues can provide. Do you have a favourite bridal website? My favourite bridal website is theknot.com.au. I found it really helpful when i was planning my own wedding. What is your secret for a beautiful wedding? Don’t lose sight of the big picture! Remember what a wedding is all about - family and friends sharing in your special day. Can tealilyphotography readers get an extra special looking after if they mention they found you through this stylebook? Absolutlely - I can offer 10% the total cost of the flowers! BUSINESS NAME: Lavish Petals KEY CONTACT: Michelle Blanch CONTACT NUMBER: 0414 701 081 CONTACT EMAIL: lavishpetals@hotmail.com ADDRESS: 26 Russell Ave Wahroonga NSW 2076

MELANIE + DAVID

FLORAL DESIGN

MARISSA + ADRIAN

CAKE DESIGN

faye cahill

an interview with

CAKE DESIGN

Describe your business philosophy in a sentence: To bring high style and glamour to weddings via an edible masterpiece, reflecting the personal style of the bride and groom. On a day off, we could find you...Curled up on the couch with my husband and cats or enjoying Sydney’s great breakfast spots. Tell us something that most people don’t know about your business: We also offer classes in cake decorating. What can’t you live without? Music Who or what are you currently inspired by? All of the incredibly talented artists and artisans on www.etsy.com Define ‘beauty’: There is no one definition- for me it is anything that makes me catch my breath like great proportion, new and exciting juxtapositions, colour harmonies or anything super cute. I always look for the new and innovative. What are the most popular cake flavours? Chocolate and white chocolate still lead the way, but we do some really popular combinations like banana layered with caramel; citrus cake with strawberry filling; vanilla with rose petal; and almond cake with mocha layers. What’s the most interesting design for a cake you have been asked to make? I made a realistic eyeball in a pool of slime for a boys “spooky” party. “My customers are...Sweet and stylish with strong attention to detail and value quality.”

My favourite bridal website is... www.stylemepretty.com My secret for a beautiful wedding is... don’t try to overdo it and be too matchy. A warm and relaxed look will always put your guests at ease. How can we keep up to date with what’s happening with you/your business: Keep up to date with ‘Faye Cahill Cake Design’ on facebook! Can tealilyphotography readers get an extra special looking after if they mention they found you through this stylebook? A sketch of their cake design to keep as a memento (after booking the cake) BUSINESS NAME: Faye Cahill Cake Design KEY CONTACT: Faye Cahill CONTACT NUMBER: 02 9568 3165 CONTACT EMAIL: cakes@fayecahill.com.au WEBSITE: www.fayecahill.com.au ADDRESS: 2/420 New Canterbury Rd, Dulwich Hill NSW 2203

an interview with

no limit pictures VIDEO PRODUCTIONS

What’s your elevator pitch for No Limit Pictures? Who are you and what do you do? We are a group of young and creative cinematographers who try and push the boundaries every time we hit record. Our style is modern, fresh and innovative. We are known globally and now guest speakers at one of Australia’s first Cinematography Workshops. Which 5 words best describe your style: Modern, fresh, unique, cinematic, fun, different, unobtrusive. Define ‘beauty’: Perfection from the inside and out.

What are your top tips for brides + grooms for their wedding day? Do lots of research in the market for what you really want. Grab the the most important things first ie Photo + Cinema - these are the only things you can keep that store the precious memories on you wedding day. How can we keep up to date with what’s happening with you/your business: Facebook, Twitter, Blogsite oh and dropping me a call from time to time :)

Who or what are you currently inspired by? Movie directors and others in my field of work.

Can tealilyphotography readers get an extra special looking after if they mention they found you through this stylebook? Sure thing! Readers who mention this tealilyphotography stylebook will receive $200 off their package!!

On a day off, we could find you...watching movies Tell us something that most people don’t know about your business: We shoot music videos and commercials How do you work together with photographers on the wedding day itself? Is there anything you think photographers or brides should know? Share the Bride and Groom...It is all about team work. Working together will generate more activity and spear on more creative thought processes whilst the bride and groom enjoy their day! I’ve noticed you shoot with cameras!! Do you do this 100% of the time? Yes 100% of the time now (as of 1 month ago). They have a better workflow and the quality and low light capabilities is just phenomenal. This IS where the market is going.

BUSINESS NAME: No Limit Pictures KEY CONTACT: Daniel Cartwright CONTACT NUMBER: 0405441278 CONTACT EMAIL: sales@nolimitpictures.com.au WEBSITE: www.nolimitpictures.com.au ADDRESS: PO Box 310 Shellharbour City Centre NSW 2529

MARISSA + ADRIAN

VIDEOGRAPHY

SAYNA + THOMAS

CIVIL CELEBRANT

pauline fawkner

an interview with

MARRIAGE CELEBRANT

Describe your business philosophy in a sentence: To provide my clients with a comprehensive and professional service which ensures their ceremony is perfect and truly reflective of them as a couple. Which five words best describe you? Professional, natural, warm, friendly and efficient. On a day off, we could find you at the Palace or Dendy Cinema watching a movie, or out to lunch or on a walk with my dog – or with my husband. Tell us something that most people don’t know about your business: It is definitely full-time! Most people think it is a parttime hobby! Not for me. It is fulltime and a business and I have one part-time assistant. How did you decide you wanted to be a wedding celebrant? When I was married in 1988 we were attending a number of civil weddings and I found the ceremonies and the celebrants disappointing. I thought I could do so much better. When do you suggest brides and grooms contact you and what should they expect? As soon as they have a date, time and venue. Busy celebrants get booked out quickly. I would give them a brief run down of the service I provide and hopefully set a date to meet to discuss at length. How would you guide brides and grooms to create a ceremony that’s perfect for them? I would talk to them in depth about them, their backgrounds, family, etc and also about their expectations for the ceremony What’s the best part of your job? Meeting so many lovely people from all walks of life and different cultures.

My customers are generally professional 30-somethings, but also I conduct weddings for young students from overseas and elderly couples – everyone is just as important” My secret for a beautiful wedding is in the preparation leading up to the big day and on the day being very organized, early and calm” How can we keep up to date with what’s happening with me / my business: Check out my blog at paulinefawknercelebrant.blogspot.com

BUSINESS NAME: KEY CONTACT: CONTACT NO: CONTACT EMAIL: ADDRESS:

Pauline Fawkner Sydney Wedding Service Pauline Fawkner 9798 7785 or 0416 102 593 pauline@paulinefawkner.com.au 28 Bartlett Street, Summer Hill NSW 2130

alicia larreira

an interview with

WEDDING STYLIST

Who or what are you currently inspired by? The ocean and bush, my hometown Sydney as well as the cities I travel to and walk through, the shops I visit, the books I read, the blooms and berries I find at markets, fabric stores, antique stores, architecture, homewares. The world – created and real, all around me. What are your top tips for brides + grooms visualising and bringing to life their perfect day? 1) Hire us! It takes an extraordinary amount of hard work, knowledge and skills to be able to bring together your vision. Regardless of your budget, using a stylist or hire company to help you create this is often a lot more affordable than you may think. 2) Make the ceremony your most important focus. If you’re having a civil ceremony, invest the time to trawl through your favourite books for readings, listen to the favourite pieces in your music collection, use it as an opportunity to infuse every moment of the ceremony with as much of what is meaningful to you both as possible. 3) Know when to stop researching and when to bring the plan into action, whether you choose to do yourself, or engage a stylist, event hire company or florist to make it happen (and in case you’re wondering, we’re all three!)

Describe your business philosophy in a sentence: To be creative and ethical, treat our clients with care and respect, fill our shelves with beautiful things other hire companies don’t stock, create events with an eye for detail, never losing sight of what it means to our clients, and to exceed expectations not only on the day, but along the way. Which five words best describe you? Creative, honest, energetic, loyal, hard working On a day off, we could find you...swimming in the ocean, reading a novel, listening to my husband play guitar or a long lunch with friends Tell us something that most people don’t know about your business: That we really do almost everything in-house – all our talents are under one roof, from flowers to stationery to all the linens we custom design and produce. And in a former life I was a political reporter! What can’t you live without? My husband, my mum, my cats, champagne, my iPhone, my library, bad tv, knee high leather boots, 501s, my ocean view, cossies, goggles + fins. Define ‘style’: It’s never obvious. It looks effortless (even when it was everything but effortless and not what it took to create!). It never takes itself too seriously. It reflects the personality of those who call a particular place home, or the business showcasing its wares in a space, or the couple wanting to transform their celebration venue into a party space. It’s never about what something cost, but how objects, flowers, colours, textures, ideas are brought together to create a really special ambience that makes you, and others, feel happy, feel good, just by seeing it, being a part of it or using it.

What do you think are the future trends for the spring and summer seasons? Firstly, a lighter, fresher take on vintage these clients are loving our new range of etched glass vases and bowls, and they’re wanting to mix it up with delicate and whimsical pieces in mercury glass which glow beautifully when lit from within with candles and tealights. While peonies and David Austen roses continue to be a firm favourite, couples are embracing our love of using these beautiful blooms with succulents, as well as berries and foliages to add texture and interest. There is also a trend with couples wanting a modern look for their day to move away from strict clean lines and minimalism by a few degrees. A mix of sleek vases in chic ceramics may be still play centre stage, but the flowers are softer, fuller, and a more organic feel is being introduced through Irish linen overlays, leather napkin rings and personal, hand-finished touches such as calligraphied menus as place cards or personal thank you notes left for each guest at their place setting. My favourite bridal website is... www.polkadotbride.com.au! Can tealilyphotography readers get an extra special looking after if they mention they round you through this stylebook? Sure! A 10 per cent discount on the price of hire items for bookings confirmed by Dec 2010. BUSINESS NAME: Form Over Function KEY CONTACT: Alicia Larriera CONTACT NUMBER: 02 9328 6541 (Surry hills) 02 4268 1899 (Austinmer) CONTACT EMAIL: events@formoverfunction.com.au WEBSITE: www.formoverfunction.com.au BLOG: formoverfunctionevents. blogspot.com

LIZ + SEAN

STYLIST

FLORENCE + ANDREW

Sweetheart shoots

sweetheart shoots

re-weddings & E ngagements

PRE-WEDDING SESSIONS have grown in popu-

some of the outfits (and shoes!) that have been brought home from overseas...heaps of fun to shoot!

larity in recent years, particularly with Aussies who have grown up or studied in Australia but are now based overseas. For some it is the constraints of their new city which brings them back to Aussie shores. For others, it’s not much of a question – they fell in love here, made most of their memories here, and so it seems only fitting that they have their pre-wedding session photographed here.

The images here are taken from one of my favourite pre-wedding sessions, the beautiful Florence + Andrew. They chose to have their shoot in some of their favourite locations in and around Sydney, having met and studied here but now being based in Hong Kong.

So some of you might be thinking....”but what is it?!?!” To tell you the truth, that was my reaction when I had my first pre-wedding enquiry. I had always thought the groom shouldn’t see his bride until the wedding day so I didn’t quite grasp the concept of them both getting in their wedding gear and taking a good half day or more to explore Sydney, the Blue Mountains, the Hunter Valley or further, for the purpose of getting these photos. An album is usually put together with all their favourites so they are able to share these with their guests on their wedding day.

Florence and Andrew put some sincere thought into the style of their sessions and we had a ball of a time starting out in Paddington, then heading over to Rushcutters Bay, the beautiful beaches on Sydney’s east, followed by a trip to the Hunter Valley the next afternoon. And just in case that wasn’t fun enough, we hung out for a couple of meals in between just chilling out and getting to know each other (making client-friends is definitely one of the best parts of my job), and we woke before the birds the next morning to catch a hot air balloon ride over the Valley by sunrise.

Now that I think about it and have had the chance to enjoy so many, it makes great sense – especially for cultures that do not place much emphasis or have much time for these type of photos on the wedding day itself. I have come to love these shoots, they are always much more relaxed than on the wedding day itself and you should see

The sky is definitely the limit (no pun intended) when it comes to discussing what you want for your pre-wedding day shoot and the final images you are after. As long as you’re happy dressing up, dressing down, maybe getting a little itchy in the long grass, and chasing sunrise and sunset...you know we’ll be in for a great time!!

ENGAGEMENT SESSIONS WHAT ARE THEY ABOUT? In the simplest of ways, an engagement session is a getto-know you session, between you, me, and the camera. These are some of my most favourite sessions to shoot because you find out a lot about people’s personalities and the way a couple relate to each other just by chilling out together for a while. WHY ARE THEY USEFUL? There are heaps of other reasons to have an engagement session too, I often advise aligning your hair and makeup trial to coincide with the shoot, especially if you don’t wear makeup too often just to see how things go. Also, couples often like using the images for guestbooks or thank you cards, or even just for a frame on your bedside table. After I give the couple their photographs I often ask for feedback just so we know if we need to change anything on their wedding day. Some people don’t really like to kiss too much, others squish up their noses when they do, or some would prefer their ‘better’ side and as silly as these may sound, they are all important little factors which will then go on to make their wedding day coverage as smooth and as successful as possible. WHEN’S THE BEST TIME? As I’ve been harping on already in this little stylebook, my favourite times to shoot are definitely sunrise and sunset, I am an early bird most of the time so feel free to take advantage of that! In terms of the date itself, usually a couple of months before the wedding is a good time to book one of these shoots in. LOCATION, LOCATION, LOCATION? As much as possible, I like to leave this up to you...have a chat together about what you both as a couple would like, what sort of feel you are after and maybe brainstorm a few places that have sentimental meaning to you. Of course I will offer a truckload of suggestions if you get stuck and remember...the sky is the limit!!

PIPER + JORDAN

And I haven’t forgotten the most important question....

BUT...WHAT DO I WEAR???!!!?! Given we are hoping to get to know each other over this session, my big thing is to please please wear something comfortable so you don’t feel constrained by your outfit but to also choose something that reflects your personalities. I’m not much of a fashionista myself but I do love to see couples putting some extra thought into what they want to be photographed in (yes, that means girls AND guys!) and I’m only a phone call away if you think you need a second opinion! I also encourage couples to bring a couple of outfits for a change in between if the chance arises, or if we accidentally-on-purpose get hit by a wave and you were hoping to head out to dinner after :P!

REBEKAH + MATTHEW

sweetheart shoots

featured wedding

aura & R ohan

Laura and Rohan’s wedding was a blend of modern elegance and rustic charm with an organic element of brown paper and twine appearing throughout their day. The ceremony was held at Pepper’s Creek Chapel with sunlight streaming through the windows as they made their vows, followed by a warm and cozy cocktail style reception in The Pepper’s Creek Barrel Room which was located on the same property. All the gorgeous details were designed and made by Laura herself. The wedding stationery featured black+white vintage floral engraving printed onto white linen stock, finished with a natural ribbon and craft paper tag and enclosed in a brown paper envelope, there was even a wedding website for their guests to match! Two different wedding favours were also offered – “Inspired by the bride” homemade almond biscotti, and “Inspired by the groom” mini bottles of flavoured absolut vodka, both packaged with craft paper and wooden pegs or twine. Flip over the page to see what this couple conjured up for the rest of their dlelightful details and check out their wonderful supplier list for a wedding in the Hunter Valley too!

featured wedding

Laura & Rohanâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Little Black Book www.winecountryweddings.com.au

CEREMONY: Peppers Creek Chapel

www.winecountrywedding.com.au

RECEPTION: Peppers Creek Barrel Room CELEBRANT:

Julia Denny

GOWN: Luomo SUIT: Bentex Suits

www.huntervalleycelebrant.com,au

www.luomo.com.au www.bentexsuits.com

THEMING: Decorating Dreams

www,decoratingdreams.com.au

CAKE:

www,i-doweddingcakes.com.au

I Do Wedding Cakes

HAIR&MAKEUP: Jo Nelson MakeUp & Hair MUSIC: Mobile Millenium DJ TRANSPORT: Wine Country Limousines

www.jonelsonmakeup.com www.mmdjs.com.au www.winecountrylimousines.com.au

something sweet...

Recipe, styling + design by Rebecca Isgrove Reah www.rebeccaisgrove.com

DIY BOMBONIERRES

COCoA FAVOURS To make cocoa mix, layer the following ingredients in a clean, sterilised 300g jar: 1 cup sugar 1 cup unsweetened cocoa powder 1 cup powdered milk 1/2 teaspoon salt 1/2 cup miniature chocolate chips 1/2 cup miniature marshmallows Decorate with: Manila tags or sticky labels Ribbon or twine Miniature whisk or wooden spoon Attach instructions on a card or tag: â&#x20AC;&#x153;Pour cocoa mix content from jar into an airtight container to store. To make the perfect hot cocoa, scoop 1/3 cup cocoa mix into a mug and top with boiling water. Makes 12 cups.â&#x20AC;?

ARLENE + MICHAEL

So...

....what do you think?

A lot of love and patience has gone into putting this little stylebook together and we would really love to hear your thoughts on it. Did you like it? Was it helpful? Would you like to see another issue somewhere down the track? Were there any missing bits you would like to see included? Please send your feedback to info@tealilyphotography.com and as a thank you for your time and effort, alll responses received by the end of September 2010 will receive a special little something from Trish. Thereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a snail mail bonus for the first fifty replies, so get in quick, and donâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t forget to include your name and your mailing address!! LOTS OF LOVE!!!

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