Archive for March, 2008

New photography guide - My top 10 Sydney wedding photography locations

Sunday, March 23rd, 2008

As a wedding photographer, I feel lucky to have the opportunity to explore all the nooks and crannies of Sydney. From oceans to parks, boats to beaches, there are limitless areas around Sydney to explore and enjoy. Even if you’re not a wedding photographer, you can appreciate the grand vistas of Long Reef in Narrabeen, to the quiet solitude of Swain Gardens in Sydney.

Take a look at my top 10 Sydney wedding photography locations.

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Photos By Jay featured on Schmap

Sunday, March 23rd, 2008

Schmap is a leading online digital travel guide publisher. Their online directories integrate maps, images, video and descriptive information on attractions, events, pubs, clubs, restaurants and more for all major cities around the world. I was recently contacted by Schmap for permission to use a photo I took of Hugo’s bar and restaurant at Sydney’s Kings Cross. It was taken as part of a corporate photography assignment. My photo is now used on Schmap as the image for Hugo’s bar - here it is and here’s the link to Hugo’s on Schmap.

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New photo gallery: Dan and Dani’s Wedding in Bowral

Saturday, March 15th, 2008

True blue Aussie couple Dan and Dani asked me to photograph their country wedding in Bowral. The ceremony was held on the gorgeous greens at the charming Craigieburn resort in Bowral, followed by a grand reception at Briar’s country lodge filled with a lot of cheeky speeches and wild dancing. The fresh country air, immaculately tended greenery and wide open spaces helped make it a truly enjoyable day for everyone. Check out some of my photos of Dan and Dani’s country wedding.

The charming gardens in front of Craigieburn:

Sydney wedding photographer Bowral

Dan and Dani showered by petals:

Sydney wedding photographer Bowral

The bridesmaids’ salmon pink dresses shimmered in the sunshine:

Sydney wedding photographer Bowral

The happy couple!

Sydney wedding photographer Bowral

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New photo gallery: Kaine and Belinda’s Wedding on the Sydney Glass Island

Friday, March 14th, 2008

I entered the hotel room high in the majestic Shangri-La in Sydney’s Rocks. I was greeted by a room full of smiles by the lovely Belinda, her bridesmaids and her parents. I took some relaxed photos of them getting ready. After a quick drink at the top-level Altitude bar, we drove to King Street Wharf where we boarded the elegant Sydney Glass Island to meet Kaine and the rest of the guests.

Following the ceremony on the boat’s scenic open upper deck, I took the bridal party through Circular Quay for some photos against the Opera House and sandstone walls. We then continued on through the evening on the Sydney Glass Island for the reception. I was pleased to get a wide variety of shots in every lighting condition imaginable - it was a good challenge! Take a look at the photos from the day and night.

The breathtaking Alex Perry dress:

Sydney wedding photographer Sydney Glass Island

Getting into the breathtaking Alex Perry dress:

Sydney wedding photographer Sydney Glass Island

Belinda didn’t take things too seriously…

Sydney wedding photographer Sydney Glass Island

Even during the ceremony!

Sydney wedding photographer Sydney Glass Island

Sydney wedding photographer Sydney Glass Island

Murdering the dance floor:

Sydney wedding photographer Sydney Glass Island

The always spectacular Sydney Glass Island

Sydney wedding photographer Sydney Glass Island

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New photo gallery: Judas and Alexia’s Wedding at Wisemans Ferry

Friday, March 14th, 2008

Nestled in the banks of the Hawkesbury River, Wisemans Ferry is a place of vast rolling green hills, parks and golf courses. Judas and Alexia asked me to photograph their wedding in the grounds of The Retreat, a huge holiday resort in Wisemans Ferry. The wedding ceremony was held under a rotunda by the river, and the reception under a grand marquee. As the sun descended, the marquee glowed with golden light - I was in photographer heaven! It was a very enjoyable warm and intimate gathering.

Alexia beaming:

Sydney wedding photographer Wisemans Ferry

Don’t worry, they’re tears of joy!

Sydney wedding photographer Wisemans Ferry

The charming flower girls:

Sydney wedding photographer Wisemans Ferry

Alexia’s debonair young boy, Finn:

Sydney wedding photographer Wisemans Ferry

The idyllic surrounds of Wisemans Ferry:

Sydney wedding photographer Wisemans Ferry

Sydney wedding photographer Wisemans Ferry

Sydney wedding photographer Wisemans Ferry

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