Same-Sex Wedding Photographer

Same-Sex Wedding Photographer

A Vibrant Celebration: Jay & Jayden’s Colourful Same-Sex Wedding at The Chapel Montville

As a same-sex wedding photographer, I have the incredible honour of capturing love stories that are as unique and beautiful as the couples themselves. Jay & Jayden, a lovely same-sex couple from Brisbane, celebrated their vibrant and colourful wedding at The Chapel Montville, a spectacular venue on the Sunshine Coast. With Jay being a marriage celebrant I work with regularly, it was truly special to be asked to photograph his wedding to Jayden. Their day was filled with joy, fun, and unforgettable moments.

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A Unique and Enchanting Venue

The Chapel Montville is known for its stunning views and its deep connection to earth and animals. The chapel was the vision of its creator, Rounvenne Geijl, who dedicated it to animals in harmony with Saint Francis of the Franciscan orders. Saint Francis, the patron saint of ecology and animals, inspired the chapel’s design, ensuring it fits seamlessly with the environment and enhances the natural beauty of the surroundings.

The stone structure of the chapel, assembled over nine months using age-old methods of hammer and chisel by skilled stonemasons, adds to its rustic charm and timeless elegance. This dedication to traditional craftsmanship makes The Chapel Montville a unique and enchanting setting for wedding photography.

A Day Filled with Colour and Joy

With great weather on the day, sun and blue skies provided the perfect backdrop for the ceremony. Held inside the chapel, the sunlight flooded through the old-style glass and crystal windows, casting rainbow lights dancing around the chapel walls and floors – a fitting symbol for this same-sex wedding.

The ceremony began with a bang as the flower man galloped in, throwing petals and stealing guests’ phones on his way to greet Jay. This lively entrance set the tone for the rest of the day. Jayden then made his entrance, and the ceremony got down to the serious, heartfelt stuff. After exchanging vows, the couple was honoured with a native Indian smoke ceremony by Jayden’s grandmother, adding a deeply personal touch to their union.

Capturing the Moments

After the ceremony, we took group and family photos, followed by portraits of the couple on the stunning grounds of the chapel. The setting provided a beautiful backdrop, with its large gardens and rustic stonework offering endless opportunities for stunning photos.

On a personal note, I have to say that I love being a same-sex wedding photographer because same-sex weddings are often filled with so much fun and freedom. There are fewer of the confining traditions that are typically employed at heterosexual weddings, resulting in a more relaxed and joyful atmosphere. This “anything goes” attitude was embraced by all, making Jay & Jayden’s wedding an absolute delight to photograph.

Jay & Jayden's Favourite Wedding Photo

Same-Sex Wedding Photographer

A Night to Remember

The reception was just as colourful and lively as the ceremony. Two incredible drag queens crashed the party, revving up the crowd and getting everyone on their feet – perfect for a same-sex wedding photographer. The highlight of the night was a fabulous night photo with the couple and the drag queens, capturing their laughter and antics in a memorable shot.

In addition to all the colour and fun throughout the day, Jay & Jayden requested a special light painting photo as the grand finale for their wedding album. Light painting is a photographic technique where exposures are made by moving a light source while taking a long exposure photograph. This results in stunning and unique images that are full of vibrant, swirling colours -perfect for a couple as vibrant as Jay & Jayden.

A Stunning Wedding Album

The images you see here are not just a random collection of photos from Jay & Jayden’s wedding. They are the actual wedding album design chosen by the couple for their stunning wedding album. This carefully curated album captures the essence of their special day, from the vibrant ceremony to the colourful reception and everything in between.

Why Choose a Same-Sex Wedding Photographer?

Jay & Jayden’s wedding at The Chapel Montville was a perfect blend of love, colour, and joyous celebration. As their same-sex wedding photographer, it was an honour to capture these moments and to be a part of their special day.

If you’re planning a same-sex wedding and looking for a same-sex wedding photographer to document your love story in a unique and meaningful way, I would be thrilled to help you create your own unforgettable memories.

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