Wedding Ceremony Planning
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Wedding Photographers I recommend
The Infinity Collective - WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS & VIDEOGRAPHY
The Infinity Collective is a passionate Brisbane-based wedding photography and videography team that thrives on capturing authentic emotion and real connection throughout your big day. Known for their candid, natural style and creative storytelling, they focus on the laughter, quiet moments, and heartfelt embraces that make each wedding uniquely unforgettable. With a talented crew bringing both stills and film together, The Infinity Collective delivers beautifully crafted galleries and highlight films that let couples relive their wedding day again and again — all while keeping the experience relaxed, personalised, and joy-filled.
Wedding photo by www.theinfinitycollective.com
Hawthorne Creative - WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS & VIDEOGRAPHY
Hawthorne Creative is a Brisbane-area wedding photography and videography team celebrated for its contemporary, candid style and a focus on real, joyful moments. They pride themselves on being affordable without compromising quality, offering a full suite of services from classic digital images to drone shots, 35 mm film, and fun extras like photobooths and audio guestbooks. Their relaxed, client-centred approach helps couples feel comfortable in front of the camera while capturing the authentic emotion of the day — all wrapped up in beautifully muted tones that age elegantly in your wedding gallery.
Wedding photo by www.hawthornecreative.com.au
Ben Connolly - WEDDING Photographer
Ben Connolly is a Sunshine Coast-based wedding photographer known for capturing weddings as they actually feel. His style is relaxed, candid, and quietly artistic, focusing on real moments over rigid poses. With a calm presence and an intuitive eye, Ben blends seamlessly into the day, documenting genuine connections, laughter, and the in-between moments couples treasure most. His images are timeless, natural, and deeply personal — a true reflection of each couple’s story.
Wedding photo by www.benconnolly.com.au
Cloud Catcher Studio- WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER & VIDEOGRAPHY
Cloud Catcher Studio brings a refreshing, relaxed energy to wedding photography and videography across Brisbane, the Gold Coast, Byron Bay, Noosa and beyond. Founded by a close-knit team of experienced creatives, they specialise in authentic, candid storytelling — capturing the real emotions, joy, and spontaneous moments of your day without awkward posing or forced smiles.
From the ceremony to the dance floor, Cloud Catcher blends into your celebration with warm professionalism and a fun, easy-going spirit; they’re often described by couples as more like friends than vendors. Their work celebrates connection, laughter, and the magic of your wedding day, delivering beautiful galleries and films that feel truly you.
Wedding photo by www.cloudcatcher.co
IN SITU STUDIOs - WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHERS
In Situ Studio is a creative photography studio celebrated for its timeless imagery and thoughtful visual storytelling. While their roots span across lifestyle and artistic photography, they bring that same refined eye for light, composition, and authentic moments to weddings — documenting your day with an artful, narrative-driven approach rather than formulaic posing.
Their work is characterised by elegant, expressive photos that reflect the emotion and atmosphere of each couple’s story. Whether it’s a heartfelt glance, a spontaneous laugh, or the delicate beauty of your ceremony setting, In Situ Studio’s imagery focuses on capturing the feeling of your day so those memories last forever.
Wedding photo by www.insitustudio.co/weddings
Todd Hunter McGaw- WEDDING PHOTOGRAPERS
Todd Hunter McGaw is a Brisbane-based wedding photographer with a creative, original, and heartfelt approach that resonates with couples who want photos as unique as their love story. Known for blending artistic portraiture with candid storytelling, Todd and his team capture both the big moments and those fleeting, emotional details that make weddings unforgettable. Their style is fresh, fun, and relaxed — guiding couples with ease to feel natural in front of the camera while documenting laughter, connection, and genuine celebration throughout the day. Couples consistently praise Todd for his ability to be present yet unobtrusive, resulting in beautiful, magazine-worthy galleries that still feel deeply personal
Wedding photo by Todd Hunter McGaw
Just B Photography
Award winning photographer Melissa Belanic has spent well over a decade working in the photographic industry. Through dedication and a passion for her craft Melissa’s career has evolved with the times, from film in the darkroom to some of the most sophisticated digital Camera equipment and computer software available today.
Wedding photo by www.justbphotography.com.au
Music
The Hansen Trio & Ensembles can tailor live performances to suit your wedding. They can create a romantic and beautiful atmosphere for your special day. Their instruments can serenade you as you walk down the aisle, during the signing of the registry and/ or for pre-reception drinks.
Find me florists
An online guide to Brisbane florists. Find your wedding flowers from one website.
Wedding ceremony and reception styling
Beautiful Beach Weddings is a multi award winning wedding styling company specialising in creating dream wedding ceremonies & receptions from Byron Bay in the south to Noosa Heads in the north and now also servicing the Whitsundays region. Visit Beautiful Beach wedding's website.
One stop Wedding Shop have all of your wedding needs under one roof: wedding floristry, styling for ceremonies and receptions, customised wedding invitations and stationery supplies, bomboniere & bridal party gifts, wedding cakes and wedding cake toppers and wedding accessories. Visit onestopweddingshop.com.au or call 07) 3889 7500. They are located in Brendale on Brisbane's northside.
Foreva Events
Foreva Events is the pinnacle of luxury wedding planning, styling and coordination services, dedicated to bringing the opulent dreams of couples to vibrant life with fun and ease. Australia & Worldwide
Visit https://www.forevaevents.com.au/ for all the deets.
Wedding Hair and makeup
Mobile service for wedding hair and make-up, with reasonable prices. Colleen offers wedding trials also. I would highly recommend Colleen and her team.
Visit Look so natural wedding hair and make up website.
Vintage Kombi car hire
Vintage Kombi hire offers car hire for your wedding in the Brisbane area. The typical hire period for a wedding covers time for the Kombi to be at your pick-up location, deliver you to your wedding, transport you to your Brisbane wedding photograph locations and then deliver you to your reception.
For more information on hiring a Kombi for your website visit Vintage Kombi hire's website.
Engagement and Wedding Rings
A secret gem hidden above the hustle and bustle of Queen Street Mall, Diamondport dares to craft the extraordinary. Step into a world of breathtaking sparkle and diamond mastery, crowning your search for the perfect ring. They believe that selecting your partner’s engagement ring (or your own!) is a once-in-a-lifetime experience, demanding the time and expertise of their professional team. With over 960 5-star Google reviews, Diamondport has spent the last decade crafting the best diamond engagement rings and wedding bands in Brisbane.
If you’re seeking an engagement ring in Brisbane or Australia-wide that honours both the love story it’s crafted for, and the artisanship of expertly-made jewellery, book a complimentary private consultation with one of their engagement ring experts.
Brisbane Wedding and Wedding Reception venues I recommend
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Brisbane City Council Parks hire
Brisbane City Council has many parks for hire for your wedding ceremony venue. Visit the A-Z list of parks that have designated sites that can be booked page for more information.
Mount Coot-tha Venue hire
You can hire venues at the Brisbane Botanic Gardens Mt Coot-tha for weddings and other functions.
Brisbane City Botanic Gardens
The Gardens has 10 areas you can book for functions.
Weddings and corporate functions can be tentatively booked up to 12 months in advance. Designated sites are available for hire. Using the park:
bookings are not required to use the park for wedding photos
wedding vehicles are not permitted in the City Botanic Gardens
designated sites are available for booking between 7am - 7pm
vehicle access for delivery of equipment is restricted
Visit the City Botanic Gardens park booking page for more information.
Brisbane Ceremony & Reception Venues
the bethnal, newstead
Visit their venue website
Bundaleer Rainforest Gardens, Brookfield
Contact events manager on 3374 1360 or visit their wedding venue website
FACtory51
Phone 07 3324 0844 or visit their wedding venue website
Hillstone, St Lucia
Phone 07 3870 3433 or visit their wedding venue website
Lightspace, Fortitude Valley
Phone 0499 999 400 or visit their wedding venue website
LOYAL HOPE, Fortitude Valley
Phone 0416 211 289 or visit their wedding venue website
Old Government House, QUT Gardens Point, Brisbane city
Phone 07 3138 7750 or visit their wedding venue website
Roma St Parklands
Phone 07 3006 4545 or visit their wedding venue website
Sandstone Point Hotel
Phone 07 3475 3001 or visit their wedding venue website
Victoria Park Function Room, Herston
Phone 07 3252 0666 or visit their wedding venue website
Walkabout Creek, The Gap
Phone 07 3300 2558 or visit their wedding venue website
This Wedding venues site has a good range of wedding venues available in Brisbane and below is a good selection of Brisbane wedding venues.
Other Wedding Venues I recommend
austinvilla estate, austinville
Phone 07 5522 7911 or visit their wedding venue website
australia zoo, beerwah
Phone 07 5436 2070 or visit their wedding venue website
Read my review of these 3 stunning intimate wedding ceremony and reception venues on Brisbane’s northside.
The Wedding Magazine
The Wedding Magazine is your go-to blog for all things Australian weddings, elopements, and the extraordinary people who bring them to life. We’re here to celebrate the art, craft, and passion of wedding creators—those who make love stories tangible, from celebrants and photographers to florists, stylists, and planners.
Australian Wedding Celebrants Association
The Australian Celebrants Association is a community-driven group dedicated to supporting, showcasing, and celebrating professional celebrants across Australia. While we are not an incorporated association, we are an associated group of celebrants committed to sharing knowledge, highlighting industry excellence, and fostering connections among celebrants nationwide.
Other useful Wedding websites
Sunrise and Sunset times
The Australian Government Geoscience Australia website has Sunrise, Sunset, Moonrise, Moonsets times
Tide Times
If your marriage ceremony is on a beach or near water, you may want to visit this tide times website to ensure your ceremony doesn't get washed out !
Immigration and spousal inquiries
For any immigration questions or concerns, visit the Department of Immigration website.
Useful Wedding articles
Old Government House Brisbane Wedding
Austinvilla Estate Weddings with Trudy the Celebrant
Sustainable Wedding on North Stradbroke Island
Clear Mountain Lodge Wedding (Brisbane)
Brisbane Intimate Garden Wedding
Please don’t hesitate to contact me for any further details or an obligation free meeting, read my Celebrant Reviews, Wedding Planning Tips or my Marriage Ceremony Frequently Asked Questions.
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