Here is a wedding that is so full of thoughtful details that I could write screeds about the little things that Mel and Blair had thought of to include in their day! From watches of Grandparents, to tie pins of great-great-great grandparents (I think I got that right, there may be another great in there somewhere!), to the drivers and cars they used… so many things added to the depth of the day in such a beautiful way! This is a snapshot of the incredible day we shared with Mel and Blair on the 30th of November.

131219_Lovelight_Wedding_Cinema_And_Photography_Blog_01Starting off with the guys getting ready at their home, with Blair’s parents Bob and Denise hovering around helpfully and Groomsmen Tim and Scott making sure the atmosphere was very relaxed and fun!131219_Lovelight_Wedding_Cinema_And_Photography_Blog_02Then on to the bridal prep where Mel and her sister Emma were getting ready at their parents house… View full post »

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Wow, We’ve never been so impressed with a first dance, and the couple that performed it were equally as spectacular. James & Sarah live in Auckland, but chose Christchurch for their wedding day and what a day it was! James was a bow-tie expert, and his expertise was called into make the most bow-tie changes we have ever seen. James & Sarah’s wedding was filled with laughter, romance and beautifully crafted speeches.

Here is what James & Sarah had to say about their wedding film:
“Wow wow wow! You have done such an amazing job putting this together! It tells the story so perfectly of our special day. Very emotional to see it all again – so much fun, laughter and love. We couldn’t have asked for anything better! We have already watched it multiple times and we can’t wait to share it with our friends and family. Thanks again so much for all your amazing work that you have put into making this so perfect. You have been so great to work with ” – James & Sarah Firman
UPDATE :
The first dance James & Sarah had as a married couple was nothing short of epic. We weren’t expecting anything this amazing, so we thought we would take this opportunity to present to you their first dance as a married couple :
“Crazy little thing called Love” [Queen]


Lovelight Team: Craig Forster, Mark, Sebastian
Music: Licensed by themusicbed.com
It was a pleasure working with the following vendors:

Venue: Cossars Wineshed, Tai Tapu
Photographer: Jim Pollard goes Click
Celebrant: Hamish Galloway
Dress Maker: Sarah’s sister, Tamyra Matthews
Perfume: Stella McCartney – L.I.L.Y.
Shoes: Kathryn Wilson
Caterers: Lizzie’s cuisine
Florist: Roses from Moffats flower company ltd, bouquets by Cari Matthews (Sarah’s Mum), buttonhole by Cath Withers (Grandma)
Cake: Made by Cari Matthews ( Sarah’s Mum)
Make up and Hair: Mariessa Waddington
Floral robes: Cari (Sarah’s Mum)
Bridesmaids dresses: Tamyra (Sarah’s sister)
Bowties: Kiff Knot – James, Sarah and Cari

 

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Set in the idyllic Church of the Good Shepherd at Lake Tekapo, Bryan & Chloe travelled all the way from the tropical north Queensland of Australia to join their lives together. Chloe is a professional boudoir and wedding photographer, and Bryan is a professional farmer who enjoys fishing. A blustery winters day in the South Island set a romantic and rugged backdrop as these two amazing people joining their lives together.

Here’s what Chloe said :
” Awwwww, the video is amazing, we LOVE it guys! Thank you so much! You guys are fantastic at what you do, so professional, easy going and talented!! Watching the video makes me want to go back to New Zealand 🙂 ”

Lovelight Team : Craig Forster (Cinema Lead), Mark, Clinton
Music : Licensed through themusicbed.com and songfreedom.com

It was a pleasure to work with the following vendors:

Ceremony Location : Church of the Good Shepherd, Lake Tekapo
Reception Location : Peppers Bluewater, Lake Tekapo

 

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Clay bird shooting, intense off road driving and a few tears. That sums up the incredible wedding of Steve & Holly. We haven’t known these two for very long, but right from the start we knew they were a perfect match for each other.

Holly wears a bracelet with embossed message to her late father, who sadly passed away a couple of years ago. When we knew what it meant to her we made sure we included it in her wedding film as it creates part of the story she shares with Steve.  One of our favourite moments was when Steve looked over at Holly during his reception speech and uttered these words. “You make me feel happier than I could ever be. Holly, I will always love you”

It really was a great day!

Here’s what Holly & Steve had to say :
“You guys were absolutely incredible. Have had so many amazing comments on your awesome same day wedding video. Watching the video was the biggest highlight to our day. We really appreciate all the hard work you guys have done. Thank you so much. Highly recommend to anyone to use you guys for their photography or videography for their wedding. THANK YOU!!”
UPDATE
Because we love to see people’s reaction to having their wedding film play, but we are usually busy with projectors, sound systems or laptops at the time, we usually get one of our team to film the reaction. Check out Holly & Steve’s reaction below.

Lovelight Team : Craig Forster, Clinton, Mark, Barry.
Music : licensed by SongFreedom.com
It was a pleasure working with the following vendors:

Ceremony Venue : Church of the Holy Innocents, Amberley
Reception Venue : Tipapa Woolshed, Greta Valley
Dress : Louise Anderson Bridal Design
Incredible Photo & Video Shoot Location : Claremont Estate, Waipara

 

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If ever there was an award for the best wedding day surprise, it would go to Marewa, who surprised her groom Davie with a helicopter ride to the peaks above lake Wakatipu. Greeted by the most amazing light, this was a spectacular day, surrounded by the friendliest people and stunning landscapes. Davie & Marewa said “I Do” on the wharf at Jacks Point, Queenstown, and we can’t wait to hear where life will take these two incredible people.

Here’s what Davie & Marewa had to say :
“We LOVE it!! It’s amazing!!!. You’re phenomenal!”

Lovelight Team : Craig Forster & Mark Marchand
Music : Licensed through songfreedom.com

It was a pleasure working with the following vendors:

Venue: Jacks Point
Makeup: Renee Little
Hair: Ginger Meggs
Flowers: The Flower Room
Bride’s Dress: Jane Yeh
Photographer: Jen – Alpine Image Co
Celebrant: Phillipa Cook
Helicopter: Over The Top
Planner: Emma Newman Weddings

 

 

 

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