“We’re getting married at the Sofitel Mansion Hotel & Spa in Werribee” said Catherine in her first contact with me.
My heart skipped a beat.
You mean, my Mansion? The same place that I was married? I was so giddy with excitement I could barely contain it.
I remember closing the door after our first meeting with a huge smile on my face. These two made my heart sing a beautiful song. They were genuine, they were in love, and coincidentally they had chosen the best venue (of course!) in Victoria to share that moment of love. As their wedding drew closer, even I was counting down the sleeps. All I could think about were these two gorgeous people ready to make the most honest and important promise they could ever make, in such wonderful meaningful surroundings.
As expected, the whole day was beyond beautiful.
The details were delicious…
This is what love’s pure joy looks like…
And this is what my heart looks like…
The staff at the hotel are wonderful (and a huge shout out to Toni who was not only my wedding coordinator back when I was married here, but is still doing an amazing job giving nothing less than 110% effort in everything she does. This lady is fabulous and I cannot speak more highly of her to anyone). Plus they put on a gorgeous spread…
Yep, this is why I love the place too…
Catherine + Alister’s Dream Team:
Ceremony Location: Sofitel Mansion Hotel & Spa, Werribee
Reception Location: Sofitel Mansion Hotel & Spa, Werribee (The Pavilion)
Ceremony Officiant: Rev. David Withers
Bridal Gown: Deborah Selleck
Groom’s attire: Walter Withers
Bridesmaid: Lisa Ho
Groomsmen’s attire: Walter Withers
Hair/Makeup: Abi Leilani
Shoes: Novat
Jewellery: Charles Rose
Flowers: Kylie Cornwall
Cars: Melbourne Classic Cars
Bonbonniere: Springhill Chocolates
16 Comments
It must have made you giddy to be back there for someone else’s wedding. Did you go back and look at your wedding photos afterwards? x
Sure did Meaghan. It was pure love and light that day x
divine Kristen, as always!! How special for you to be back there capturing someone else’s love
Love the sequence of them walking down the aisle
Beautiful, in your care for the details, and the light, and the love.
These are such a delight to look at Kristen. What a beautiful couple – so full of love and happiness. I’m also shooting a wedding there next weekend and I’m so looking forward to it, even though I don’t have my own memories of the place. Must have been such a buzz for you. x
BEAUUUTIFUUL – love all the little details you have captured.
kristen, your work makes me smile from ear to ear – whether it’s newborns, kids or weddings, there’s always something magical about your photos, and this celebration is no exception! LOVE it!
Gorgeous! You are SO talented!
oh how I wish I could shoot with you during a wedding! These are fabulous! I feel their joy!
Gorgeous as always!
Hi Kristen, you have done a beautiful job.
Hey Kristen, Great work!! I think your wedding photography is so nice and clean and it looks beautiful. Your clients must be very happy
Wow – simply stunning as I knew they would be after seeing you in action
Kristen, we’re in the Kimberley with only patches of mobile internet, so will be in touch properly soon, but just want to say how much we LOVE these photos! They’re bringing back wonderful memories and we can’t wait to meet with you and see more. Thank you so much again for a lovely, relaxed afternoon too!
Hi Kristen,
I was at Cathy and Al’s wedding and whilst everything about their wedding was great (because they are just gorgeous people and I can’t do anything but smile when I think of them), your photography of the occasion is just breathtaking!! And I’ve only seen a few photos – where’s the rest???!!!
Your name is etched into my memory!!
Many thanks,
Frances
Absolutely adore these wedding images too……..amazing!