I honestly don't really like rehearsals... here's why! The ceremony has been created especially for my couples, so the three of us know exactly what is going to happen and when it is going to happen. 9/10, the ceremony set up isn't completed until an hour or so before the ceremony, so we can't really practice where we'll all be standing - and it could change on the day depending on weather. When we "practice", it can take some of the magic of the day away, as everyone focusse

Katherine from Something Blue Photography is one of those beautiful souls who you meet, and just want to be mates with! Katherine is not only incredibly lovely, but she is an amazing photographer and she genuinely cares about our earth and the world around her. Here's my interview with this beauty: Describe yourself in 3 words. Always Laughing AtMyself What lights you up? Light and colours….right now it’s the glorious autumn sun in the afternoons and the beautiful autumn leav

On your wedding day, you sign three Marriage Certificates. One is for your celebrant to keep for 7 years, one is for Births Deaths and Marriages, and the Form 15 (the "pretty" certificate) is for you to keep. This is your only real evidence that you were married on that day, so keep it safe and sound. You can't use this pretty certificate to change your name... You need the Births Deaths and Marriages issued Certificate to do that (coz that's the proof that your marriage has

A registry style ceremony is a quick, legals only ceremony with maximum 10 people. It is over in about 2 minutes, as it only contains the mandatory legal requirements. Basically the same service you'd expect if you went to a registry office. No bells and whistles - it's all about getting that piece of paper. A registry style ceremony is generally a much cheaper option, as there is less work involved for a celebrant. A 'normal' ceremony requires much more love and attention. A

Here is a quick snapshot of all the things we need to do to get you legally married in Australia: BEFORE THE WEDDING The couple must complete the Notice of Intended Marriage Form and lodge it with your chosen celebrant no later than one (1) clear month (and no more than 18 months) before the wedding date. The celebrant must sight documents for proof of identity (Australian or overseas Passport or Driver's Licence or Government issued Proof of Identity/Age Card) and date/place

So you're planning your wedding and you're on the search for civil celebrant... About 8 years ago when I was in wedding planning mode, you either had a church wedding, or you hired a civil celebrant if you weren't religious. A traditional celebrant was typically very conservative, dressed in formal wear, and quite serious in tone and delivery. A standard template ceremony was provided and you could choose from different verses, reading options and vow suggestions. But in the