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May 14, 2012

Vanessa + Corey’s Engagement

It was on the beautiful sandy beach of a secluded island in The Philippines that Corey got down on one knee and proposed to Vanessa.

Corey had bought a makeshift ring in Manilla for the time being, which would be replaced with something stunning when they returned home.

After nine years of friendship, fun and a shared love of travel, they knew it was meant to be!

Corey and Vanessa were introduced by a mutual friend and met up for a casual coffee a while later.

Vanessa told me that after that first coffee both her and Corey realised they had so much common, and from that moment onwards they spent as much time as they could together.

I photographed Corey and Vanessa’s engagement portrait session at the Fairfield Boat House early one Saturday morning, capturing beautiful light and atmosphere. This place is close to the heart of Corey and Vanessa, and was where they held an engagement party for their closest family and friends.

I am really looking forward to photographing Corey and Vanessa’s wedding in the Mornington Peninsula later this year!!!

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May 6, 2012

Lang + Vuth’s Sneak Peak!

I photographed Lang and Vuth’s wedding last week at Arlington in Surrey Hills, Melbourne. It was a beautiful day filled with lots of fun, cute details and romantic moments. Here are a few sneak peek photos – more photos coming soon!!!!

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May 9, 2012 - 1:04 am

Louisa - So pretty! I can’t wait to see more :)

May 9, 2012 - 2:53 am

Lang - Hi Kirralee
Just want to say a big THANK YOU and what fantastic job you did on our wedding day! Vuth and I love the details you managed to capture. Great work, can’t wait to see the rest of them. :)

May 5, 2012

Luisa + Simon’s Engagement

I love engagement photo sessions because they’re a great way for me to get to know the two special people before their big day.

Learning the tale behind a relationship is half the fun of being a wedding photographer, and allows me to tell the story of the Bride and Groom through photos. Building a professional relationship before the big day also helps me get to know them better, and lets the couple get used to being in front of the camera.

Luisa and Simon’s eyes first met across the dance floor at one of Fitzroy’s well-known bars, The Night Cat.

It was Luisa that organized their first date, and for a hint of romance and style took Simon on a stroll down Hardware Lane for dinner.

The date was finished with the stunning view over Melbourne from the Eureka Tower. Luisa told me that even from that first date it was like she had known Simon forever.

‘‘From that first date onwards we were inseparable and just couldn’t get enough of each other.’’ It was through this amazing connection that they instantly fell in love and spent as much time with each other as possible.

I love that you can see through the images how Luisa and Simon are best friends as well as romantic partners – and soon to be husband and wife! I can’t wait to photograph their Melbourne wedding next year!

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April 9, 2012

Emily + Mark’s Wedding

A beautiful wedding day is often made even more special by the contribution of family and friends.

I recently photographed Emily and Mark’s wedding day where family played a huge part. There was a wonderful mix of fun, laughter, celebration and tradition.

Emily spent the day getting ready amongst her bridesmaids and closest family. Her mother, father, uncles, aunts, cousins and grandmother were there to see her through her last day as a single woman.

Drinks, food, joy and laughter were enjoyed by all. Emily’s father offered her bread and wine as she walked from the house. The gift of bread and wine often signifies a wish that the bride and groom will never go hungry or thirsty and will have a life filled with happiness. As Emily took her last steps from her parent’s home tradition dictated that she did not look back.

It was so lovely to see how everyone in the family were part of Emily’s big day and I could see it meant a lot to her.


Kamesburgh Gardens in Brighton, the venue for the ceremony, looked glorious in the warmth of the afternoon sun. The perfectly maintained formal gardens, with the Italianate Victorian mansion in the background, made for a picture-perfect setting.

Emily’s bridesmaids wore vintage style Review dresses in vibrant pink that contrasted beautifully with the green of the surrounding gardens.

As the wedding party descended the pebbly aisle, Beyonce’s voice sang out and with a click of their fingers the boys and the girls danced down the aisle.

Emily’s father led her down the aisle with her eggshell blue Sonia Cappellazzo dress and veil flowing in the breeze. Buxton, Emily and Mark’s beloved Jack Russell, made the cutest ring bearer in his mini dinner jacket!

I loved the bright colours and playful relaxed atmosphere in which Emily and Mark enjoyed each other’s company. An ice cream truck eased the heat and also made for a nice photo opportunity as well!

The reception was held at Sandringham Yacht Club which offered a large open space with sweeping bay views.

Emily and Mark had such vibrant personalities that shone in the fun and colourful décor. There were wild flowers mixed with orchids, vintage vases, and one amazing table filled with jars of all shapes and sizes holding sweets and treats to make anyone’s inner child light up!

The day was magical and reflected an inner beauty and lightheartedness throughout the whole event.

It was a pleasure to spend time with this lovely couple for their engagement, and then to be asked to be a part of their special day as well.

You can view Emily and Mark’s engagement photographs HERE.

Vendors:

Dress: Sonia Cappellazzo Camberwell

Bridesmaids dresses: Review

Grooms suit’s: Sarti Melbourne

Flowers, Candy and decorations: Thrive Flowers, Alyssa Goodall, Collingwood

Priest: Roger Featherson

 

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April 9, 2012 - 6:54 am

Aaron - Gorgeous photos Kirralee.

April 6, 2012

Emily + John’s Photo Booth

I recently photographed a photo booth at Emily and John’s engagement party at Fed square!

This is where I set up my camera, some studio flashes and a background in the corner of a venue, and the guests take it in turns to be silly with a bag of props and costumes! It’s all about letting your inhibitions go and not being self conscious!

It’s amazing what happens when you have a glass of wine and a cow costume! Thanks to all of John and Emily’s family and friends for having a bit of fun with me!

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April 6, 2012 - 8:52 am

Bec - Love the photo booth idea! You did a great job

April 6, 2012 - 10:10 am

Aaron - That was cool :)

May 8, 2012 - 5:12 am

Kate Hudson - Kirralee that is so awesomely awesome!!! I don’t even know these people and I had a huge grin on my face as I watched this Photobooth – what a FUN idea!!! Love you’re work! I’m going to be telling everyone I know who’s having a big event in the near future to try this out!!! (dropping your name, of course!!)
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