Articles published during August, 2010
Engagement shoot by gm photographics
31 August 2010
Engagement shoots are a great way to get to know your photographer before the big day.
We usually shoot your engagement session on location, in a natural outdoor environment or we will happily come to your home or backyard too.
You will take home natural, timeless images of you both and get some practice in for the big day!
We loved photographing Rema & Sam before their wedding day and we look forward to sharing their wedding day images with you very soon.
If you would like to see some more of gm photgraphics engagement sessions click here to view our gallery.
Jessica & Joel, Hunter Valley wedding by gm photographics
27 August 2010
Today we share with you the wedding of Jessica and Joel.
Jessica and Joel chose to get married in the Australian countryside. They had beautiful outdoor ceremony at LindemansEstate Pokolbin, NSW.
Jessica’s bridemaids wore navy blue one shouldered dresses.
While Jessica herself chose a stunning strapless Carla Zampatti gown, with a black waisted bow, complete with a crystal clasp.
Joel wore a charcoal grey suit by Hugo Boss. Flowers for the day were a mixture of natives and succulents, just divine!
The sun was shining for the outdoor ceremony. As guests took in the stunning scenery of Pokolbin, Joel & Jessica said ‘I do’.
The surrounding vineyards became the perfect backdrop for some candid, yet intimate, wedding
photos of Jessica and Joel. As the sun went down they made their way to join their wedding guests at the reception to celebrate.
Family and friends were treated to a night of food, wine and good company at Lindemans, Hunter Valley.
The venue was styled to create a warm, welcoming place for guests to celebrate the new bride and groom.
Jessica and Joel we wish you all the best in your future together, from all of us at gm photographics.
The Sydney ultimate wedding planning party
24 August 2010
The Sydney Ultimate Wedding Planning Party is happening again for the third year running.
The event is held at Sydney Opera House on Wednesday 15th of September.
gm photographics will again be a big part of this event as the exclusive wedding photography company at the event.
Come and say hello, we would love to hear about your wedding day plans.
Come along and enjoy champagne, canapes and bridal fashion parade. The event is an absolute must for any Sydney bride to be.
All attendees go in the draw to win a 5 night honeymoon at the gorgeous Liku Liku resort in Fiji, flying business class with V Australia.
We would love to see you there!
More about this event featured on Polka Dot Bride or the offical website
EMBRACE- by Jessica Shirvington
23 August 2010
gm photographics recently photographed Jessica Shirvington in our Mosman Studio.
Jessica is the wife of Foxtel presenter and former Olympic sprinter Matt Shirvington, who live in Sydney together with their two daughters.
Jessica is about to launch her first novel EMBRACE and it is set to be released in bookstores October 14, 2010.
Jessica speaks of her inspiration for the story about a young girl named Violet. She says inspiration came from ‘travels around the world and the different people I have met. It draws on love and loss and the overall confusion that comes with growing up. It also looks to many of my friends and their experiences.’
Once you watch the trailer for the novel, I am sure you will be heading to your local bookstore come October 14.
Click here to read about Embrace and watch the trailer.
gm photographics regularly does corporate portrait shoots for local business profiles.
We can either do your photoshoot on location, in our Mosman studio, or we can come to you.
To find out about corporate shoots for yourself or your business visit our site and contact us.
Jennifer & James, by gm photographics
18 August 2010
We will begin the story of James and Jennifer’s wedding with the special details of the bride on her big day.
Jen’s earings for the day were desgined by James himself ‘James designed earrings for me, using the remaining diamonds from my Gran’s (Dad’s Mum) engagement ring, which matched my engagement ring and my dress beautifully, and made my Dad and Uncle very proud.’
Her dress matched the theme of Vintage glamour perfectly. Jen found her perfect wedding dress at Sarah Devine, in Mosman. She wore a piece of her mothers wedding dress sewn into her dress along with her locket, which sat next to her heart inside the dress.
Jen shares her experience of finding the dress with us. After trying on numerous designs all over Sydney, she said ‘The girls were a combination of teary eyes and excited squealing, and it was the first dress that I liked more that my favourite Vera Wang. I felt like me in it, and the name of the gown also sealed the deal – “Tutu My Love”.’
The location of their wedding, Illoura Reserve, Balmain was perfect for James and Jen.
Jen said ‘We fell in love with this particular park because of its privacy, beautiful big fig tree and views to both the Harbour Bridge and Anzac Bridge. James and I wanted to get married outside, in a natural, informal ceremony.’
When asked about their favourite memory from their wedding day both had similar standout moments.
James ‘It is very cliché, however seeing Jen walking down the aisle really took my breath away. I am not an emotional guy, however I definitely had to fight back the tears. That memory will stay with me for a long time.’
Jen spoke of her entrance too ‘my awareness of everyone else disappeared as soon as I saw James when I was walking down the aisle. James held my hands the entire time and we could not take our eyes off each other, I have never felt closer to him. While the rest of the day flew by, the ceremony seemed to be in slow motion,it was wonderful, very happy and heartfelt and special.’
The day was styled by Raymond Ware, The Styling Company, who called the theme ‘Vintage Glamour’. ‘We kept things pretty simple given the amazing views we had to work with.’ They used hanging floral birdcages, rose petal aisle and rustic french provincial seating at the ceremony.
‘The bridesmaids chose the colour of their dresses, Nutmeg, which designerJenet Zaiter, used to tailor dresses to suit each of the girls, and make ties for the boys who wore suits from Peppers Double Bay.
James’ suit was also important as he wears one every day at work. He wanted something more unique for the wedding so went searching for a high quality bespoke suit.
He ended up working with J.H.Cutler who delivered the most beautiful suit we have seen.’
The reception at Aqua Dining was a beautiful end to their day with close friends and family.
‘James and I both always wanted to have our reception in a restaurant. We both love great food and wine and we wanted an Australian restaurant on the harbour as we had a lot of guests visiting from outside of Sydney, and because Sydney Harbour is one of our favourite places. ‘
Thank you James and Jennifer for having gm photographics as part of your day and for your kind words.
‘gm photographics had the most natural, striking wedding images we saw. We wanted natural shots, so we could see later how our day flowed, and how everyone enjoyed themselves – experience was much more important to us than posing, and gm seemed (and ultimately were) very skilled at this. gm’s package pricing was also very competitive.’
Variety ladies luncheon- Pink Salt, Double Bay
17 August 2010
gm photographics captured the Variety ladies luncheon fundraiser, with co-owner Bella Serventi, at Pink Salt in Double Bay.
The event was a fundraiser to help disadvantaged children through the charity Varitey.
The lunch included cocktails and canapes on arrival, followed by a two-course meal and wine. The attendees were treated to goodie bags and went in the running to win many great prizes.
gm photographics was thrilled to be involved in this event, and supporting such a great cause.
kids portrait shoot by gm photographics
16 August 2010
What a beautiful portrait shoot of these three little sisters by gm photographics.
They had so much fun with each other at the portrait shoot, it was just gorgeous to capture them together.
To see more of our kids portrait shoots click here.
Sydney Harbour wedding- Katie and Kevin
12 August 2010
Newly weds Katie and Kevin were a great couple and were lots of fun on their wedding day.
The photos captured so wonderfully by gm photographics really portray that element of fun.
Katie chose a beautiful full gown from Soma Design, a Sydney based designer.
Katie and her bridesmaid spent their morning preparing for the big day at The Westin Sydney Hotel.
The Westin is one of our favourite hotels to photograph the bride on her big day, it is full of beautiful staircases, grand entrances and lots of light.
The ceremony took place at this gorgeous sandstone church, St Michael’s Anglican Church, in Vaucluse.
Below Kevin waits anxiously for his bride.
The isle was lined with these pastel rose spheres which matched the pale pink of the bridesmaid’s dress perfectly.
And below a couple obviously full of glee as they are announced as husband and wife for the first time.
After the ceremony Katie and Kevin went for a lovely walk through nearby Neilson Park, at Vaucluse with our photographers.
Afternoon speckled light was the perfect opportunity for the gm photographers to capture
some beautiful black and white images, as Katie and Kevin enjoyed a quiet moment together.
As the bridal party made their way to the reception, they strolled through Luna Park, Sydney for some more location photos.
As the sun went down they made their way to The Crystal Palace, where they finished their day with a reception overlooking Sydney Harbour.
Katie and Kevin we wish you a lifetime together full of the happiness and fun that filled your wedding day,
from all of us at gm photographics.
Graham Monro- Canon EOS master
12 August 2010
Our CEO and principal photographer of gm photographics, Graham Monro has once again been honoured by Canon Australia.
As one of only eight EOS Masters in Australia and New Zealand, Graham is privileged to be featured on the new Canon Professional Services (CPS) website.
Only sixty EOS Masters are selected by Canon worldwide.
Follow Graham’s journey through the photography world. Read some personal stories and gain an insight into his photography background. The Canon EOS Masters site showcases some of his stunning images, a personal journal and a sneak peak of the camera gear he chooses to use.
Click here to embark on a photographic journey with the Canon Pros to see preferred equipment, tips and recent explorations of the Canon EOS Masters.
gm bride feature
9 August 2010
One of the most beautiful parts of capturing a wedding day is being there with the bride as
she prepares for her big day. So many emotions are running through her mind.
I just adore these images of Cate on her wedding day. To me she looks relaxed and content and
the look she chose for her day was timeless and so very elegant.
Gown by Hilde Heim
