Cherish Photographics

Remember Tracy and Mark? They got married! And we were honoured to be invited to share in their special day.

Things kicked off at Tracy’s parents’ gorgeous Lake George property, where Tracy was helped by her bridesmaids into her stunning gown [Affordable Bridal]. We always like to have bridesmaids dressed and ready, and the bride ready to get into her dress when we arrive, as this allows ample time to get photographs of the final touches going on, as well as some beautiful images of the bride with her bridesmaids and family. Special mention also has to be made of the amazing bouquet [City Florist], featuring some of Tracy’s mum’s prized orchids!

Meanwhile, I (Ash) headed into town to the beautiful old Brassey Hotel to meet Mark and his groomsmen. The boys were chilling out in their room with cold beers and “The Hangover II” when it was time to suit up [Black Tie by Xavier] ready for some pics. The room was somewhat cramped, so we wasted no time high-tailing out of there to get a few shots around the grounds of the hotel, before the “Garden Courtyard” began filling with guests as Mark and the boys made their way centre-stage to greet celebrant Roger Thompson, and await the arrival of the bride.

The stunning Tracy was escorted down the aisle by her father, and amidst an intimate gathering of family and friends, Mark and Tracy declared their love for each other and exchanged vows and rings, shaded beneath the canopy of the beautiful vine-covered pergola.

After congratulations all round, and family photos down the back out of the sun, it was time to whisk the bridal party away for our short portrait session. A convoy of two gorgeous vintage Buicks [Vintage Car Rentals], and one less-than-classy ’98 Ford Futura, made the arduous 45 second journey around the corner to Telopea Park, where the sun was filtering down on the lush lawns through a backdrop of almost autumnal colour. No time was wasted as the Moet was popped, and “Blue Tongue” Lager (which is sensational by the way) was passed around to the boys.

We spent about 30 minutes with the entire bridal party, before sending them off for canapes and drinks so we could spend some time alone with the beautiful newlyweds. We walked up and down the park finding little patches of light, and naturally occuring compositional elements to play with before all-to-soon it was time to head back to the Brassey for party time!

The reception kicked off with the bridal party forming an honour-guard of fishing rods (Mark is a somewhat keen fisherman – take a close look at the cake details below), and entertainment courtesy of Troy Henderson. After some fabulous food, hilarious speaches and the cutting of the cake [Cakes of Your Dreams], Tracy and Mark took to the dancefloor with a well-rehearsed little routine amidst cheers and applause from their guests – young and old soon followed step and within minutes the floor was filled.

Before we headed off, we just had to steal the couple away for “one last shot”, back out in the courtyard where they were married – this time by the light of a beautiful lamp tucked away in the corner.

Tracy and Mark, a big congratulations to you both, and we wish you all the best in your exciting new life together!!