Taffeta, Wet with Dirt

One very rainy July day, I set off for Pokolbin to photograph Steph and Peter's big day! They were both getting ready at Harrigans before their Hunter Valley Gardens ceremony. As we made our way to the gardens for the ceremony, the rain clouds started to loom and look heavy, but so far releasing no more then a small drop here and there. The beautiful ceremony began at the top of the waterfall, and just as Steph and Peter were saying their vows, the heavens let loose and the downpour began. Everyone quickly shuffled back so they were out of the rain and the ceremony continued without a hitch.

During our portrait time many laughs were had, despite the fact the ground was now muddy and soaked, and Steph decided she didn't mind getting her gown a tad dirty since she had a second gown for the reception. And so began our afternoon of not being so careful with the dress and having somewhat of a trash the dress shoot on location. By the time we had finished shooting in the gardens Steph's gown was full of dirt and we could hear wherever Steph was walking. We then set off to one last location to get some stunning photos with a stormy background.

Peter and Steph's reception was held in the Breakfast Bar at Harrigans and was beautifully decorated with lovely purple touches everywhere. After a delicious dinner and cutting (and eating) that divine tasting cake everyone made there way outside to the dance floor!

Thank you both for an awesome day!