Theordore Feature :: Kenny & Mason's Love Story

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Kenny and Mason’s is the sweetest of love stories that actually began long before the ‘first date’. Kenny was Mason's best-friends older brother, so the two had known each other for quite some time before exploring their romantic feelings for each other. As Kenny says, “I didn't realise he was into me or even into men until he cornered me at a pub one night and confessed that he had feelings for me.”

And that's how it all began for Kenny and Mason.

Venue Zest Waterfront Venues – The Boathouse 

Photographer Jason Corroto

Videographer Soda Films

Celebrant Zoe Sabados

Entertainment Top Shelf Live and DJ Darcy

Stationery  Paper Jam Studio

Hire Cars Astra Wedding Car Hire

Flowers Lavande Designs

Cake Cake Salon

Suits P. Johnson

Hello May Feature :: Jes & Charlie Sydney Wedding

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Jes and Charlie had to change their original wedding date, but it’s super refreshing to hear it wasn’t old mate COVID that forced their hand, but something far more exciting. “We were looking at having the wedding late 2022. Then in early November, we were excited to find out I was pregnant, due July 2022! We made the decision in early December 2021 that the wedding date would be brought forward to February 12, 2022 – we had a lot to start planning with only 2.5 months to go!”

CONTRIBUTING VENDORS Photographer Jason Corroto Florist Eden and Bell Stationery Paperless Post (invitations), family (place cards), Vorfreude Stationery (guest book) Ceremony Rose Garden, Royal Botanic Garden Reception & Catering Botanic House Cake Belle Bakes Wedding favours Allincork (cork wedding coasters) Hire Items Timbermill (ceremony furniture) Signage Canva, OfficeworksEntertainment Ben & Georgie via SCR Music Celebrant Allysha Merrett Rings RUUSK Transport Prestige ChauffeursDance Classes Hatcher Dance THE BRIDE Gown, Veil & Hairpiece L’eto Bridal Robes Bras N Things Shoes Bared FootwearEarrings Linjer Hair & Makeup Liv Lundelius Fragrance Issey Miyake L’eau D’Issey Bridesmaid dresses Chancery Bridesmaid shoes Wildfire Shoes Bridesmaid gifts Rowdin Grace Bridesmaid earrings Prouds THE GROOM Suit & Shirt M.J. BaleBow tie Peggy and Finn Cufflinks Regent Pearls Shoes Galizio Torresi Watch Rolex (family heirloom) Groomsmen suits M.J. BaleGroomsmen gifts Nachtmann (whisky glasses)

Together Journal Feature :: Oli & Soph DIY Wedding

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“Literally, nothing beats our wedding day! As cliche as it sounds, it was the best day of our lives!!!!

We wanted to enhance and capture the true beauty of the property, so didn’t want too many decorations. We kept the styling quite minimal with lots of DIY pieces like the tables, jars and our bar set up.
We also created another bar using a claw foot bath filled with serve-yourself drinks. Then our florist intertwined a unique design into 2 Crepe Myrtle tree’s for our arbour and it looked so beautiful. We styled the area with a natural timber look using wooden seating and wine barrels along with rugs, candles and fairy lights to create a truly modern Australian fairytale festival and it sure paid off.”

Ceremony and Reception Location Groom’s Parents Property The Holmestead, Valla NSW Reception / Videographer Elevate Visual / Photographer Jason Corroto Photo / Celebrant Tulia Connor Ceremonies / Ceremony Entertainment acoustic by Max Marvell / Reception Entertainment Honey and Stone Music / Hire Wood Shop Weddings and Coffs Event Centre / Marquee Byron Bay Tipi Weddings / Flora Boo & Bo’s Blooms / Catering + Beverages Beach House Providore / Cake Home Made / Bride’s Dress and veil Christie Nicole Bridal / Groom’s Attire H&M, Rollas and Vintage Jacket / Bride’s Ring custom-designed Manly Jewellers / Groom’s Ring custom-designed from Crooked Howlet Designs / Bride’s Shoes Nelson Made / Groom’s Shoes Dr Martens / Makeup Juliet Durham Makeup / Hair Smith Artistry / Fragrance Fredric Malle / Bridesmaids Attire Custom Made / Groomsman Attire H&M and Rollas

RIPARIDE - The Bello Vintage Farm Stay

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A Farm Stay with the emphasis on the "Stay". Nestled amongst the windy roads of the picturesque town of Bellingen this is the perfect place to unwind and immerse yourself in the natural beauty of the local hinterland. The Bellingen Vintage Farm Stay came complete with all the necessities to keep you comfortable, including cosy beds, a well-resourced kitchen, outdoor BBQ and fire pit plus loads of games and books to nestle in over. The first night was spent relaxing under the stars in the outdoor bath before retreating back inside by the fireplace. Pure heaven.

https://www.riparide.com/stories/783-the-bello-vintage-farm-stay

WEDSHED FEATURE: Claire & Nick - Pilu

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A pandemic was no match for these two, who despite all the curveballs thrown their way (including their honeymoon accommodation burning down… yep), pulled off a very special and intimate day at Sydney beachfront wedding venue Pilu at Freshwater.

True to their own personal style, they kept things simple and elegant with their main focus being on good food (something Pilu is famous for) and Italian cocktails as a nod to their engagement in Positano.

They also relied on their close friends, photographer Jason Corroto and celebrant Tamara Louis, to put them in touch with some of Sydney’s best wedding vendors including Tillee Music who went above and beyond to create a day that Claire describes as “the most enjoyable experience”.

CREDITS: Photos Jason Corroto Photo // Video The Story of Us // Venue Pilu at Freshwater // Celebrant Tamara Celebrant // Flowers Wild Lotus Floral Design // Planning and styling Little Lane Events // Cake A Dash of Wyn // Stationery My Creative Space // Bridal gown and veil Helen English // Brides shoes Dior // Accessories Celine and Amber Sceats // Bridesmaid dresses Winona Australia // Bridesmaid gifts Reliquia Collective // Groom and groomsmen suits and ties P. Johnson // Groomsmen gifts MVMT // Rings Natalie Marie Jewellery // Hair Airlie & Co // Makeup Suzi White // Music Tillee Music and Scotty Sax // Champagne tower Champagne Tower Sydney.

Together Journal Feature :: Alex & Phil - Pilu

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Originally we had planned to wed on the cliffs in Uluwatu (Bali) in 2020, but one month out from our big day the world shut down and we were thrown into the unknown. A year later we still weren’t sure if we would get married and had many conversations around “should we/shouldn’t we” when my best friend Courtney (one of our bridesmaids who’d been stuck in London for over a year) managed to get on a flight home to Sydney to visit her mum. After dropping Courtney a care package full of necessities (Marie Clair, Cadbury, Pringle’s, Wine, etc.) to the Sheraton Grand on Hyde Park I had a “now or never” moment and drove straight home to tell Phil. The very next day we booked a wedding venue for four weeks’ time.

Photography: @jasoncorrotophot | Ceremony and Reception location: @piluweddings | Celebrant: @freshiecelebrant | Entertainment: @dukemusicau and @thesilentrave | Bride’s gown: @suzanneharward | Groom’s attire: @institchu | Bride’s rings: @brilliantearth | Groom’s rings: de Klerk Jewellers | Bride’s shoes: @nicholaskirkwood | Groom’s shoes: @aquila_est1958 | Bride’s jewellery: @jamesallenrings | Groom’s watch: @junghansgermany | Makeup: @aleishajohnsonmakeup | Hair: @courtleehairstyling | Fragrance: Givenchy | Bridesmaid’s attire: @shonajoy_ | Groomsmen’s attire: @institchu | Marquee: @piluweddings | Flora: @whitehouseflowers | Catering and Beverages: @piluweddings | Cake: Mrs Jones The Baker | Car Hire: @kombiweddings| Bonbonniere: @the_budgie_smuggler

Together Journal Feature :: Naomi & Graeme - Peats Bite

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“Have fun with it! Find a theme and venue that you both love and if possible have a planner/stylist – We called upon a lot of friends and family to support us with key roles and it made the experience all the more special.”

Photography: @jasoncorrotophoto | Ceremony and Reception location: @peatsbite and @zephyr_charters | Celebrant: @zoewieringacelebrant | Bride’s gown: @moirahughescouture | Groom’s attire: @boss | Rings: @troyobrienjewellery | Shoes: @sophiawebster | Jewellery: @sarahandsebastian and @tiffanyandco | Makeup: @kellybowmanmakeup | Hair: @darrensummors | Fragrance: @burberry | Bridesmaid’s attire: @becandbridge | Entertainment: @yeahnahyeahmusic and @event_entertainers | Catering and Beverages: @peatsbite | @Styling and Planning: @littlelaneevents | Styling on charter: @styled_by_her | Hire: @cloud9events and @simply.seated | Marquee: Jacques Party Hire | Flora: @wildlotusflorist | Champagne Tower: @champagnetowersydney | Day spa for bridal party: @marramarralodge

RIPARIDE - Byron Bay Hinterland Adventure

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A traditional Yurt set up with funky styling and a cosy vibe was the perfect wet weather nesting escape. With rain all weekend, we couldn't care less as this luxury escape was the best place to listen to the raindrops and enjoy being nestled amongst nature.
Breky in the mornings consisted of fresh eggs, bread and locally brewed coffee which was the perfect set up to start our day nicely.
The scenic drives throughout the Hinterlands are always so breathtaking with such luscious greenery framing the winding roads.

https://www.riparide.com/stories/717-byron-bay-hinterland-luxury-yurt-escape

2020 Year In Review

49 Shoots throughout the year.
A 6-month pause between celebrations.
A massive end to the year and a surge of hope and anticipation for the future.

This year saw me focus more on family, maternity and newborn sessions. With a baby of my own on the way, I’m so excited to launch my new Instagram account in 2021 and really push this type of photography.

To my beautiful couples whose weddings I was able to be a part of this year- thank you!
More than ever, it really did mean so very, very much to me to share your day with you.

To my amazing, resilient couples whose weddings didn’t go ahead as planned- thank you! For riding this year with me, for having me there in the coming year to celebrate your day, cheering you over the finish line!

Being able to photograph a moment in time, to capture it and freeze it, and know that in years from now it will grow in importance and meaning is probably the greatest reward!

This is my 2020 Year in Review. A year truly like no other.

WEDSHED FEATURE: Jaimi-Lee + Dan

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Jaimi-Lee and Daniel’s intimate NSW wedding at Summergrove Estate didn’t happen overnight. It was years in the making, with their original plans being hijaked by Covid. Luckily, Ellie from Summergrove Estate had their backs and as Jaimi-Lee explains, “from day one to year three she put up with us, Covid or not. She knew our vision for the day and she did everything in her power to make sure everything went as planned.”

In the end, their 34 person wedding was a dream. “We ate good food, drank unreal margaritas and laughed and cried ‘til the very end. It was magic.”

CREDITS: Photos Jason Corroto // Video Craig Holbrook Wedding Films // Venue Summergrove Estate // Flowers Mrs Gibbons Flowers // Stylist For Love & Living // Celebrant Just Jess Ceremonies // Stationery Create Jaimilee // Bridal gown & For Love via Your Art Bridal // Brides shoes Studio Amelia // Headband Net-a-Porter // Accessories By Charlotte // Groom suit and tie Montagio Custom Tailoring // Rings Grew & Co // Hair Isabella Jane (bride) and Captain Sip Sops (groom) // Makeup Pollyanna Clarkson // Music Honey & Stone Music Collective // Chairs Scenic Rim Wedding Hire.

The Austin Family Shoot - Palm Beach, Sydney

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Seeing the whole motherhood process unfold for a family is something pretty special!
Lucy & Barnaby invited me on their journey of welcoming Tilly into the family and together we did an in-home session at Palm Beach.
I got to know these guys when I photographed their wedding back in 2018. It was such a privilege when they got back in contact with me wanting me to document the next stage in their lives.

If you would like your own family journey preserved, head over here to check out all the details.