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How To Create The Perfect Pre-Wedding Prep Photoshoot

19.08.22
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How To Create The Perfect Pre-Wedding Prep Photoshoot
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From a Tinder match to a forever flame – Evie & From a Tinder match to a forever flame – Evie & Holden’s love story is one for the ages! Their dreamy wedding was a heartfelt blend of hand-crafted details, vintage touches, and stylish Western flair (bolo tie + cowboy boots included!).⁠ ⁠ Captured beautifully by @weddingsbyandy_, this celebration was all about love in every form – family, friendship, and the ultimate “I do.”⁠ ⁠ Tap the link in bio to see every unforgettable moment!⁠ ⁠ Photographer: @weddingsbyandy_ / Venue: @crystalpalace_and_courtyard / Ceremony Officiant: @northsidenuptials / Wedding Cake: @katielous_cakes / Catering: @completecatering_co / Makeup Artist: @makeupby_lirije / Bride’s Dress: @fashionbrandcompany / Bride’s Dress: @ditaliacouture & @vassi.bridal.couture / Bride’s Shoes: @prettylittlething / Bride’s Jewellery: @wanderandlustjewelry / Bride’s Jewellery: @swarovski / Groom’s Attire: @politixmenswear / Groom’s Shoes: @themillcastlemaine ⁠ ⁠ [Video description: Shots from Evie & Holden’s dreamy wedding play across the screen as “Whatcha Donna Do” by The Valdons plays in the background.] ⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingStory #WeddingStories #WeddingMemories #WeddingInspiration #WeddingInspo #RealWedding #CustomWeddingDress #CowboyBoots DreamyWedding
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British-born and Australian-loved – @liamxquinn British-born and Australian-loved – @liamxquinn isn’t your average wedding photographer! His talent lies in capturing the imperfect, spontaneous and powerful emotional moments as they happen.⁠ ⁠ Liam has worked in the wedding industry for over six years now, and he can confidently say it’s his jam!⁠ ⁠ Learn more about Liam and his talent on the Polka Dot Directory – link in our bio.⁠ ⁠ !! If you’re a wedding photographer, we’d love to get your work in front of fresh eyes! Head to the link in our bio to find out if a Polka Dot Membership is the next step your business needs!⁠ ⁠ [Image one description: A photograph with two overlayed shots creating an incredible texture. The main photo is of a bride and groom walking hand-in-hand through a park. The bride is wearing a silky white dress with a veil, and the groom is wearing a black suit while holding the bride's white bouquet.⁠ ⁠ Image two description: This black and white shot captures the couple in a near kiss as they both sit under the veil.]⁠ ⁠ #PolkaDotWedding #FeelGoodWeddings #AustralianWeddings #AustralianWedding #WeddingVendors #WeddingDirectory #WeddingPhotographer #DEWeddingPhotographer #AustralianPhotographer #MelbourneWeddingPhotographer #WeddingWebsite #WeddingInspo #WeddingInspiration #WeddingBlogger
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