Kate and Michael's beach wedding was nothing short of magical, set on the stunning Freshwater Beach in Sydney, with the salty sea breeze blowing through their hair and the sound of waves crashing in the background. When this beautiful couple approached us, they were looking for a photographer who could capture the real moments of their special day, with a balance between colorful and muted tones.
We kept it natural and captured the perfect moments as they exchanged their vows on a perfect summer's day, with the rolling waves behind them. The ceremony had a unique Polynesian twist, with Michael hailing from Tonga. The groom wore the traditional oval and unique-looking sandals, while guests held customary handicraft fans and celebrated with traditional Tongan dancing. It was easy to capture the joy that emanated from this couple and their loved ones.
We were honored to be part of their special day and capture the precious moments that they will cherish for years to come. From the casual ceremony to the reception filled with traditional Tongan dancing, laughter, and sparkles, it was a wedding to remember. The natural beauty of the beach and the love shared by Kate and Michael made it a perfect celebration.
Kate & Michael: The Perfect Beach Wedding
There was something about the ocean. The smell of the sea salt… The cool breeze through your hair… The chirping of seagulls and the sound of the waves… A stretch of glorious water that seemed to last forever… For Kate and Michael, it was the perfect setting for a celebration.
Something real, something … fresh
Kate and Michael got married on one of the most beautiful beaches in Sydney – Freshwater Beach. But it wasn’t just your ordinary beach wedding. When this beautiful couple came to us, they told us they loved our “real” moments shots that “capture what the day is really like”. They liked “the way you play with light, and how your style is sort of the perfect balance between colorful and muted”. So we decided to keep it real…
Natural beauty makes the best beauty As the two got married on a perfect summer’s day, with the ocean waves rolling behind them, we kept the photos naturally picturesque – just the way they liked it. And the ceremony? Casual – but with that ‘spark’ that made it magical. Michael was from Tonga … so the ceremony had a unique Polynesian twist. With the groom dressed in the traditional oval (and some groovy-looking sandals), guests holding customary handicraft fans, and everyone celebrating with traditional Tongan dancing, it was easy to capture the happiness that shone out of this couple and their loved ones. It was a wedding they’ll remember for decades to come…
