Wedding Reception | 18 April 2009 | Audris & Lorne | Australian Museum, Sydney

Audris and Lorne currently live and work in London. This delightful couple decided to have their reception at the Australian Museum which was transformed into a very stylish venue and provided the perfect setting for their celebration. 82 local and international guests helped make it a very elegant, fun and highly memorable evening that Audris and Lorne will always treasure.

Prior to the wedding party entering, guests were treated to a visual presentation recounting the Audris and Lorne love story, setting the scene for what was a high energy entry into the reception.

Following a beautiful meal, it was time for the speeches - these speeches added both heartfelt and humorous moments to the proceedings. First we heard from Audris' father, Francis, followed by Lorne's dad Wayne, Audris & Lorne's "adoptive" father/Godfather Mike, Maid of Honour Leigha, Best Man Andrew and finally Lorne. During Audris' dad's speech he did offer Lorne some wise advice should they run into any unresolvable personal situation in the future, he said " ...if all else fails, take her shopping" this was greeting with much laughter. He then added, "buy her lots of jewelry" - certainly very wise advice indeed!! :). Wayne told of Lorne growing up in Western Australia and also mentioned how he had at one time been a singer.

A special moment during the speeches was when Mike presented Audris & Lorne with Lorne's grandfather's spade which Lorne used to always talk about. It had been framed and inscribed with something along the lines of (to the best of my memory), "This spade has been used to dig many holes, may it help dig you out of any holes that you both get into in the future". Leigha and Andrew told of how they had met Audris and Lorne - their and the prior speeches were full of emotion and funny stories which gave a great insight to to what absolutely lovely people Audris and Lorne are.

Below: Audris' Dad, Francis and Lorne's Dad, Wayne

Below: Godfather, Mike and presentation of Lorne's grandfather's spade.

Below: Maid of Honour Leigha and Best Man, Andrew

When Lorne finally took the microphone and made a lovely speech, he ended by singing "I've Got You Under My Skin" for Audris and to the delight of the guests.

Whilst Audris changed into alternative attire for the first dance, Lorne took the opportunity to entertain the guests with a few numbers.

Lorne then met Audris at the top of the Museum staircase and escorted her to the dancefloor for their first dance. Following this dance the wedding party and guests joined them and a fantastic time was had by all. Once again, it was a great honour to have been given the opportunity of working with and providing the entertainment for their wedding reception. Another beautiful couple who complement and enhance each other in so many special ways - It was a sheer joy to have met them and help create their wedding day memories.

Songs selected by Bride and Groom;

• First Couple Entry Song: "Sexy Back" by Justin Timberlake

• Second Couple Entry Song: "Boom Shake The Room" by Jazzy Jeff & Fresh Prince
  

• Bride & Groom Entry Song: "Be Faithful" by Fatman Scoop Feat. The Crooklyn Clan
  

• Cake Cutting Song: "Greatest Day" by Take That
  

• Bridal Waltz/First Dance: "Santa Maria (Del Buen Ayre)" by Gotan Project & " I Just Wanna Make Love To You" by Etta James
  

• Farewell Circle/Circle Of Love: "Love Is In The Air" by John Paul Young, "Love & Marriage" by Frank Sinatra
  

• Final Farewell Song: "Another One Bites The Dust" by Queen

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Other Wedding Professionals

Photographer: Studio Zanetti

Catering: Laissez Faire Catering

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Fun On The Dancefloor

Photography and Video by DJ:Plus! Mobile Disco Entertainment

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Wedding Reception | 3 April 2009 | Hayley and Ross Hunter | Austinmer Surf Life Saving Club, Austinmer, Wollongong

Following a full week of rain, Hayley and Ross were blessed with a lovely sunny day for their wedding. The reception was held at Austinmer Surf Life Saving Club Function Centre just north of Wollongong. Attended by 82 guests it was a fun celebration with a relaxed beach theme - given that this venue has the beach on it's doorstep, it really was the perfect venue for Hayley and Ross's celebration. Hayley was also very honoured by being able to have two of her grandmothers and her great grandmother present at the reception.

Hayley, Ross and the remainder of the wedding party arrived accompanied by a bagpiper - this certainly got the attention of all the guests and they were greeted with cheers and applause.

Following a very lovely buffet, there were speeches from Hayley's father Russell, Bridesmaid Bec, Bestman Neil and then Ross and Hayley. During Bec's speech it was revealed that Hayley had actually been in love with Ross since she was 13 years old and how she would always convince Bec to walk past his house in case Ross happened to be out the front. Notice the permanent smiles both Hayley and Ross have in all the photos - they obviously were very happy and are very deeply in love.

From speeches to the cutting of the wedding cake and then Hayley and Ross hit the floor for their first dance to an acoustic version of the Chris Brown song, "Forever". Mid way through the song the wedding party and guests joined them and the celebration began in earnest.

Below: Hayley with her Dad Russell

Below: Ross with his Mum Agnes

I had the pleasure of meeting with Hayley and Ross on a number of occasions prior to the wedding. These meetings allowed me to understand the vision they had for their reception and to get to know them better - firstly I believe that I was able to assist in providing the reception they had always dreamed of, but more importantly, I got to see what a wonderful couple they are, the beauty they have within and the love that grows deeper for each other as each day passes. It was a great honour to have been given the opportunity and privilege to make a contribution to and be a part of their day.

Songs selected by Bride and Groom;

• Bridal Party Entry Song: "Walking On Sunshine" by Katrina & The Waves
  

• Bride & Groom Entry Song: "Walking On Sunshine" by Katrina & The Waves

• Cake Cutting Song: "Can't Get Enough Of your Love, Babe" by Barry White
  

• Bridal Waltz/First Dance: "Forever" by Boyce Avenue
  

• Father /Daughter Dance: "Have I Told You Lately That I Love You" by Van Morrison
  

• Farewell Circle/Circle Of Love: "Up Where We Belong" by Joe Cocker, "I'm On My Way" by The Proclaimers, "Take Me To The Clouds Above" by LMC Vs U2
  

• Final Farewell Song: "I've Had The Time Of My Life" by Bill Medley & Jennifer Warnes

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Other Wedding Professionals

Event Stylist: She Designs

Photographer: Tony Lyon

Catering: True Blue Spit Roast Catering

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Fun On The Dancefloor

Photography and Video by DJ:Plus! Mobile Disco Entertainment

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