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  1. Melbourne City Wedding Venue Rupert On Rupert

    Rupert on Rupert is a lovely Melbourne city wedding venue located in inner-city Collingwood. I love to recommend this venue for many reasons. Rupert on Rupert looks like a romantic sanctuary that you could find in any city in the world. It’s a magical place. As a Melbourne wedding photographer,…

  2. Quat Quatta Weddings

    Located in Ripponlea, Melbourne and surrounded by beautiful and lush gardens, Quat Quatta is a gracious Victorian Mansion as rich in grace as it is in history. The building is classified by the National Trust of Australia, built in 1890. If you are looking for charm, elegance and a classic…

  3. Melbourne Registry Wedding Photographer

    What exactly is a Micro Wedding?  This is a far more intimate and relaxed affair with typically 5-30 guests. It still features all the time-honored traditions that make a wedding so beautiful but on a much smaller scale. Most micro weddings are held in smaller venues like a lovely family…

  4. Interview with Melbourne bridal designer Georgia Young

    What sparked your interest in Wedding Gowns? I was fascinated with Couture from the age of 12 and creating wedding   gowns was the perfect avenue for me. I love the amount of time that is involved and intricate detailing.  What is the biggest lesson that you have learned since you

  5. A ‘Gif’ Funny Fail!

    Graphics Interchange Format (GIF) images began circulating the internet in the 1980s, and they’re everywhere today still. GIFs are seconds-long video clips usually set in repeat mode GIFs are great to use to share humour. Photos satisfy our desire for visual content on social media, and videos are great at…

  6. Melbourne Registry Office Wedding

    I love it when couples get married at the Victorian Marriage registry. The registry is the largest provider of intimate wedding ceremonies in Victoria. Here at Jessica Abby Photography, we have photographed many happy couples at the Registry Office. The Old Treasury Building is one of Melbourne’s finest heritage-listed buildings,…

  7. Pre Wedding Melbourne Photoshoot

    Tips for your Pre Wedding Melbourne Photoshoot I have spent years as a Melbourne engagement photographer and wedding specialist and can say the new trend of getting pre-wedding photos done is fantastic! I always want my clients to feel comfortable wherever we shoot, so I’ve put together a quick guide…

  8. Melbourne City Wedding Photo Locations

    The best thing about Melbourne is that you can capture a whole range of imagery for your wedding day. From historical buildings, world renowned laneways, gritty industrial scapes and incredible gardens. Melbourne has all of this on offer only moments away from each location. Some couples like to leave the…

  9. Melbourne Wedding Photography Packages

    To get gorgeous wedding photos, you’ll need a great wedding photographer. So, you must take your search for the right one seriously. This person will spend most of the day with you both on your wedding day as your third wheel, capturing your memorable moments on the most romantic day…

  10. Top 5 Melbourne Beach Wedding Photography Locations

    Melbourne has many beautiful locations that couples can choose when it comes to beach weddings. As a Melbourne wedding photographer, I love photographing along the beach close to sunset. That is when the sunlight is at its most flattering. Here are some other tips that you might find invaluable for…

  11. Top 5 Beach Engagement Photography Locations

    Engagement photo shoots are my absolute favourite type of photoshoot. Melbourne has many beautiful locations that couples can choose when it comes to beach locations. As a Melbourne engagement photographer, I love photographing along the beach close to sunset. That is when the sunlight is at its most flattering and…

  12. Top 10 Geelong Wedding Venues

    Only an hour from Melbourne with sweeping ocean views, plenty of wineries, coastal beaches, historical buildings and stunning views.  Let’s explore what Geelong and the Bellarine Peninsula has to offer and I can personally tell you that it definitely doesn’t disappoint.  Are you looking for something a little more relaxed,…

  13. Best Wedding Photographer Reviews

    Top Melbourne Wedding Photographer Reviews  Sharni Robinson ‘We are so happy we discovered Jessica for our wedding photography! We loved her style of photography and she captured all the special moments so beautifully and candidly. It is so true and great advice  that you should choose a photographer  that not

  14. Top 5 Melbourne Garden Wedding Photography Locations

    Melbourne has many go-to wedding photo locations in Melbourne for garden wedding photography. I love these locations because they provide a stunning backdrop for your wedding photos. There’s something about nature, the flowers and the atmosphere that brings so much calm to a busy wedding day.   Gardens are one of…

  15. Great Tips on Selecting Your Melbourne Wedding Photographer

    Great Tips on Selecting Your Melbourne Wedding Photographer  A lot of things come into play when planning any event, most especially a wedding. It’s a mix of scheduling, planning, emails, calls, meetings, and many other activities. Right at the beginning of the planning along with your venue, your wedding photographer…

  16. What to wear to an engagement photography session

    Are you planning for your engagement photo shoot in Melbourne, Australia, but don’t know what to where? I’m a Melbourne Engagement Photographer and I’m here to help! Engagement photos are that one time in your life where’s it’s okay to treat yourself on a luxurious outfit that will make you…

  17. Interview with Bridal Make Up Artist - Babydolls Make Up Artistry

    Vanee at Babydolls Make up Artistry specializes in Make Up and Hair styling for Bridal , commercial and high fashion.  What sets you apart from other Make Up Artists?  I have an intrinsic love affair for Bridal Make Up artistry, you could even say I live and breath weddings. Working…

  18. What Happens If It Rains On My Wedding Day?

    If it rains on your wedding day I have you covered with a waterproof action plan.  Let me promise you something. You will have gorgeous images of your day even if it rains. I can honestly say the weather has never ruined any wedding I have photographed. You can relax…

  19. What Even Is A Running Sheet?

    The “running” sheet is for you it’s for your peace of mind, not your feet. A running sheet is a timeline of the day and includes times, details and responsibilities. It is shared with your vendors and can also be given to friends and family who have important roles to…

  20. Two Wedding Dresses Or One?

    Not all brides wear two dresses. Some are absolutely happy to wear one dress for the whole day. If it fits perfectly, feels comfortable and is your favorite dress of all time why not wear it every moment of the day? Other brides may have their main dress for the…

  21. How Do I Handle Stress On My Wedding Day?

    I am going to share a little secret with you. There will be stress on your wedding day. I like to call it natural stress and it’s a great thing. Natural stress is what you feel during an important life moment like a job interview, meeting the parents for the…

  22. Are You Camera Shy?

    I totally hear you. I am too! Yes, it’s normal and you may be surprised but so many of my couples are camera shy. I can totally relate to your anxiety and ensure you that I have photographed many people with the same outlook.  My work is natural and candid…

  23. Wedding Florist Interview - Anatomy of Flowers

    A small description about your business? Anatomy of Flowers is a Melbourne based floral design studio inspired by nature and art. Our aesthetic is art and design based, always paying attention to colour, the balance of light and dark and the natural line of flowers.  Where do you look for

  24. Geelong Wedding Venue Interview - Terindah Estate

    Yes yes yes!!! Terindah is situated amongst the vines with breathtaking panoramic views of Corio Bay and the You Yangs, across to Port Phillip Bay and Melbourne’s city skyline. You need to see it to believe it, the views are breath taking! We contacted the highly sort after Terindah Estate…

  25. Jeanette Maree: Wedding Hair Inspiration

    Owner and designer, Jeanette Maree prides herself on delivering the highest standard of designer bridal accessories, using materials of an equal quality and has for over 15 years. At Jeanette Maree they are committed to service, delivery of exceptional quality and advice in a relaxed and friendly atmosphere, ensuring that…

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