Loz + Shock // Australian Bush Wedding // She Takes Pictures He Makes Films

Loz + Shock.

I’ll let them tell you how their story started (an excerpt from their wedding invitation):

Loz and Shock met in a pub, where all good love stories begin. They danced to Mr Brightside and just like the song - it started with a kiss.

So how did it end up like this?

They kinda hit it off after that night, the Aussie backpacker and the Irish rogue. Don’t get me wrong, they had nothing in common. But yet, there it was. She thought he was tops. He thought she was a great craic.

As you know, this wasn’t in the plan.

He said, “I’m leaving to travel in November.”

She said, “I’m moving to Scotland after Christmas.”

“Let’s just have fun while it lasts.” (Famous last words).

And that’s just what they did. For the next three months. And then for 7 years after that. Across oceans and time zones and eventually, as roomies, they realised that sometimes when you know, you just know….

Alastair Innes and I were lucky enough to be there on their incredible day to capture all the whimsy, excitement and love that circled around these two gorgeous people. Held in Bendigo, Victoria - smack bang in the bush - there were teepees and paellas, a bar custom made by the groom (recreating the site of their first meeting), an enormous bonfire and a gypsy folk band, and beaming faces all around.

If you’ve enjoyed my collaboration with Alastair so far, you’re going to love his latest film. Featuring a soundtrack kindly provided by local acts Luluc and Rob Law, as well as American folk rock outfit Cereus Bright, this is something you’ll want to re-watch the second it’s over.

Scroll down for dozens of my favourite shots from the day. Huge thanks to the lovely Linda Hampton for all her help… and so much love to Loz + Shock x

From Loz + Shock:

OMG we love them we love them we love them!!
As luck would have it, Shock was driving me to work today so we got to sit down and watch them together straight away. They’re more than we ever could have have hoped for, and the video is just AMAZING! All of it is just brilliant.
We honestly could not be happier with what you guys did, and I can’t believe that we almost didn’t have that video!…it’s so incredibly detailed and it tells our story so beautifully. What’s even more amazing is there was no story board, no location scouting – you had never seen the property nor met us before the day. But you instinctively knew what would work and how it would flow and it’s like you crawled inside our heads and knew exactly what we would want. Even down to the music! As Shock just said (after our fifth viewing), “I will never get tired of watching this”, and I couldn’t agree more. 
Thank you thank you thank you Lucy, Ali and Linda – because of you, we get to reflect on our wedding in the exact style we were hoping to – relaxed, creative and cool as heck. Loz + Shock xxx



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Hocus Pocusa - Amazing Amazing. What a beautiful wedding & stunning images.

Oli - Power couple. Sensational work you two.

Jan - Your photos are so gorgeous, everyone looks so happy very special wedding ,for a very special couple …Love& kisses

Kerry Smith - So so gorgeous!!! And Lauren, you looked absolutely amazing in you Joanne Fleming Design Gown!!! I feel so privileged to have been involved in your special day. All of our very best wishes for your future – and please – do keep in touch!! Kerry xxxx

Caz - Well I could barely see most of it through my bumbling tears! That was just the most beautiful thing! I feel very lucky to have seen it! All the very best to you Loz and Shock xx Eternal happiness to you both :) xx
Caz Saunders

Kylie - Such gorgeous pics. Looks like they had a really beautiful day – what a lovely couple!

Dumbo Feather Conversation Series // Chid Liberty

Recently I was lucky enough to be invited into the Dumbo Feather Magazine family as their event photographer. If you haven’t had the pleasure of reading the nourishing goodness that is Dumbo Feather, pick up a copy as soon as possible. Or better yet, subscribe for a year (4 issues) for only $35.

Dumbo Feather, Conversations with Extraordinary People is just that – each issue introduces and picks the brains of 5 diverse and inspiring people. Choreographers, philosophers, painters, activists… passionate people whose dreams and determination are having a direct and powerful impact on their world and those around them. Each interview reads like a cosy chat by the fire with a glass of red wine – which is also how I recommend devouring each issue.

Their latest event was a delightful evening with Chid Liberty, a fair trade activist, entrepreneur and all round amazing person. Held at the White House (Dumbo Feather’s base) in St Kilda and hosted by Small Giants founder Danny Almagor, the night was warm, inviting and fascinating. With luscious food and drinks, floral design by Poppy from Pop & Scott and a room filled with enthusiastic minds, the night was a complete success. Chid had us all entranced with the stories of his journey so far (I I had to remind myself to actually take the pictures), and was so very grateful to his hosts for inviting him to share his vision.

Read the article on Chid and his company Liberty & Justice here.
Congratulations to Tamasein, Jo and the whole team at Dumbo Feather.

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John - A W E S O M E ! ! !

BEK + LEE // Inglewood Estate Wedding

Bek + Lee are blissfully, unabashedly and uncontrollably in love. Married at the charming and rustic Inglewood Estate in Kangaroo Ground, Victoria, these two young lovers would make anyone’s heart melt.

Bek looked incredible in her divine Karen Willis Holmes dress, and Lee’s Top Shop vintage-inspired suit was so very dapper. As a present to their guests, the couple had  their own newspaper designed, celebrating the story of their love! Such a clever touch. The rest of the details were delicate and sweet; the whole celebration looked like a soft pastel dream.

The couple made the unusual decision not to have a reception, for the sweetest of all reasons – all they wanted to do once they were married was to have a quiet dinner, just the two of them. *sigh*.

I was so lucky to have the chance to meet such lovely people, and capture such a pure and all-encompassing love. Thank you Bek + Lee x x x

Big love to John Possemato for his assistance… and rally driving.    …..                                           ……………………………………………………………….
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admin - Hi Chelsea, I think they covered it with a long roll of burlap. I’ll ask Bek for you and let you know.

Kate@MagnoliaRouge - What a gorgeous wedding and photos… her dress is stunning!!

Chelsea - Love your work! My partner and I have just started looking at venues and the works for our wedding in late 2014. Not only do we love your work but we have also been looking at Inglewood for our wedding. Just wondering if you know what the couple used to cover the red carpet? Because that’s the main thing putting us off the venue!

Tamarin - Beautiful work as always Lucy x

Sally Goodall - A-MAZING girl!!

John Deer - Beautiful Lucy! :D

Eric Ronald - Really really great work Lucy!

Lauren J Marshall - Awesome Lucy!!

Emma - Lucy….these are so beautiful- the colours are so devine…. amazing work!! (once again rock star)

shona - wow wow wow and wow !!!!! amazing lucy, your super clever xx

Oli - Next level. Sensational Luce :D

El - Gorgeous photos once again, Lucy! Beautiful colours and beautiful couple you can really see how much they love each other.