Weddings With Love

Our ceremony is in a park near the beach, is your sound system battery operated?
Our sound systems are custom made to suit outdoor venues, where electricity is unavailable

I don't want to sit down behind a table to sign the Registry Book - do you have a signing table that I can stand behind?
Our glass top signing tables are perfect to show off your wedding gown, as you both stand & sign the register

How long before our ceremony begins, do you arrive to set up?
Usually we arrive 60 minutes prior to your ceremony commencement or earlier for larger set ups. We like to be set up 30 minutes prior to the ceremony start

The Old St Thomas Chapel

Can I bring my own celebrant to perform my wedding ceremony?
Yes The Old St Thomas Chapel is the only heritage listed venue of its kind in Sydney. Brides and grooms are welcome to bring their own celebrant or pastor to personalise their wedding ceremony.

How many people fit in the chapel?
The Chapel has a comfortable seating capacity of 130 guests.

Terry Watson Photography

What alternatives do we have if it rains?
Most venues for outdoor weddings usually have an indoor alternative. If it rains, most times it not continually. There will be breaks in the weather and wet days present a different opportunity for photography. The use of umbrellas as well as black & white photography with highlight images left in full colour make great photos.

Narellan Motor Inn

When to book accommodation?
As soon as possible, however, invitations are generally only mailed a month or two prior to the wedding. So we recommend if possible, advising guests and family with places to stay in your area as soon as possible. If you don’t wish to research yourself, you may like to just provide the details to the local tourist information centre so guests can make a start. Some accommodation providers will make a tentative group booking with no deposit, if you help promote guests to book at their establishment.

Tamee Rene Make up

Do you recommend I have a trial prior to my wedding day?
I highly recommend all brides have a makeup trial and consultation. It is an opportunity for us to meet each other prior to the big day to discuss the style, theme, colours and feel of your wedding and for me to then use this knowledge to create the perfect makeup that will transform you into your most beautiful self.

How far in advance should I consider booking my makeup artist?
Many sought after professional makeup artist get booked well in advance so to avoid disappointment you should begin looking for your makeup artist at least 12 months prior to your wedding. As soon as you find an artist whose work you like, research their work and if you like their style organise a trial.

Will my Makeup Last?
Yes. This is one of the most common questions I receive, and rightfully so. I use only professional cosmetics of the highest quality. Professional cosmetics have a higher concentration of pigment than commercial makeup lines, therefore a little product goes a long way and lasts much longer. For extra staying power I also use a facial sealant which is a lightweight facial mist that is sprayed onto ones face once makeup is completed. It sets the makeup allowing it to last all night. The only product you will need to re-apply will be your lipstick and lipgloss.

Oceana Bridal Boutique

How long before my wedding should I order my dress?
6 months before is a good time.

Is my dress made for me and not a stock dress altered?
Your dress is “made to measure” specifically for you.

I need my dress in 3 months time- Is this possible?
Yes. We can offer this if necessary.

How much deposit do I have to give and when?
The deposit is $500 payable on taking measurements. This can be paid up to suit your requirements.

Can my dress be any colour?
Yes all colours are available.

Handprint Photography

Can I just get a disc of images of my wedding? I don’t want an album.
Some photographers do offer this service. In the photo industry it is called “shoot and burn”. At Handprint photography we do not offer a shoot and burn service. The beauty of our product is the finished album. We digitally enhance the “raw” camera images in order to tell the memorable story of your day. We still offer options to purchase your hi resolution files but be wary of shoot and burn packages. You will never end up with a beautiful completed display piece from your wedding.

How much money should I budget for my photography?
As a general rule you should budget at least 10% of the total wedding cost on photography. So if you plan on spending $30,000 on a wedding – you should be allowing at least $3,000 for the photography. Remember once the champagne has stopped flowing and the meal has been digested – the only thing you will have left from your wedding are the photos. There is no excuse to save a few dollars on photography because you cannot go back to recreate the moment. Employ a reputable well known photographer to guarantee you will love your wedding photos. Don’t trust Uncle Bob to capture this special event.

I don’t normally like my photo taken. What will you do to make me feel comfortable?
The reason some people do not like seeing themselves in photos is because they have never been photographed by a professional photographer before. Professional photographers have been trained to find your best pose, best side and make you look your best. Again, Uncle Bob may own a good camera but cameras don’t actually take photos. A photographers eye is worth every cent.