Gooooood morning and happy Monday to you all!
I’m so excited to share some of our engagement photos today, shot by our mega-talented wedding photographer Ali Mitton (who I raved about here).
It was kind of a funny experience doing this shoot as Ramai and I have never had photos taken together as a couple (hence some of the awkward poses) but I’m so glad we did this “trial run” before the wedding. Ali made us feel really comfortable and it was all very flowy and organic, and we’re both thrilled with the result.
I can’t wait to blow some of these up and frame them as I love how they look on my large screen at home. It’s a bit hard to see some of them properly due to the image width restrictions of my blog, but you get the idea anyway.
For all the brides-to-be out there, I can’t recommend doing an engagement shoot with your wedding photographer enough, it definitely gives you things to think about as far as posing/ angles/ the kinds of shots you love and wants oodles of on your Big Day.
So without any further ado…
Extra deets:
Location: Tallows Beach/ Slow Dance on Tallows beach house, Byron Bay
Flowers: The beautiful florals were crafted by Elise from Elyssium Blooms (new website coming on its way, so check her out on Facebook). Elise was an absolute dream to work with – so much so that we’re bringing her in to work on a bunch of things for our wedding now. The girl is a star – check her out!
Props: The majority of the vintage props including the brass vessels, crochet linens, furniture, bottles and so on were kindly provided by our friend Judi from Little Gray Station. I mentioned Jude in my last post but it’s worth mentioning her gorgeous business again – you should see her inventory, it’s incredible and growing by the day. Find her on Facebook here.
Make-up: By the lovely (and stunning) Ashlea Penfold. What a gem!
Styling/ set-up: yours truly.
+ So that’s it! I’d love to know what you think of our shots so leave me a comment below. x
I’m just absolutely melting right now! My heart is doing little leaps of joy – just looking at these photos reminds me of the power, intensity and overall amazingness of true love! Thank you for sharing these intimate moments – you have made my day! And you looked so incredibly beautiful, Rach – if these are your engagement photos, then I can’t even begin to believe how breathtaking your wedding shots will be. Much love and gratitude xoxo
damn girl you are photogenic!!! love them – your wedding photos are going to be crazy :)
Absolutely stunning! You are beautiful and you guys make one snazzy couple. Rach, I’m booking you in now to style my wedding!
These are so amazing. I have never been a fan of engagement sessions before, I guess because I had never seen one that wasn’t cheesy. BUT this is so so so tasteful, stunning, heart-melting and jaw droppingly beautiful. Kind of makes me want to do it myself. I think getting comfortable with the photographer is SO important. You’ve definitely inspired me here. Congratulations. I can only imagine how incredible the wedding photos will be!
Shanny: Oh beautiful girl, what a comment – I’m so glad that’s what you get out of these pics, because that’s most definitely how I feel about that amazing man! So so excited for the wedding. xx
Sal: Ha, BLUSH! I was definitely cringing at myself for the most part when we got them back. A model I am not! xx
Jess: Lovely lady! You are far too kind! And you’re on… when can we do this thing?! ;) xx
Indra: Oh so true – I’m the biggest Anti-Cheese crusader in the world. Which is why we wanted Ali in the first place – she’s not a wedding photographer by trade and so everything feels more natural. Let me know if you do a shoot! xx
These are so lovely!
So gorgeous, Rach! I especially love #2 and #5. xx
Hey Rach, a gorgeous photoshoot. I agree taking some photos before hand is a great idea to get comfortable and used to having a camera shoved in your face!
They also double as nice shots to put into your programs!
Xx
Aww you guys make my heart melt.. Not long now! xx
Holy shiz Rach these are amazing!
You guys are the hottest couple ever.
So amazing.
Can’t wait to see your wedding pics!
xx
OMG Rach these are just PERFECT! you both look so beautiful in each and every one! What a fantastic photgrapher, you must be thrilled. xxxxx
Can I seriously come to your wedding ;) jj you two are the cutest thing ever… You can feel the love…
So happy for you xxxx
So so beautiful Rach! You make me want to have another wedding. I so agree about the engagement shoot, totally calms the nerves for the big day. You couldn’t take a bad picture if you tried lovely x
Eeep! I’m so excited right now, on a high. Thank you for your kind words gorgeous ladies, gratitude +++! xx
Amazing! Just breathtaking, you two!! Lovely engagement photos and lots of love….*squeal! Must of been so much fun shooting these together :)
Emily Lynne: It was fun – all we did was just kiss each other non-stop, haha! Thank you for your beautiful comment xx
This is just so stunning. Glorious.
A x
Just Beautiful Rach! Thanks for sharing these… and enjoy the home stretch!
x Catherine @ The Spring
They are absolutely stunning Rach! Such a magical vibe and very much in line with your aesthetic tastes (as per In Spaces Between and your pinterest boards).
You must be so excited about the wedding shots! Glad that she made you feel at ease and much more confident for the big day! Are you guys planning to do a first look?
So gorgeous, love the photos. And I also love the black dress you have on x
Rach your floral head pieces are AMAZING!
Stunning engagement photos!!!!
these are so so so beautiful Rach! i love your head piece & the whole styling of everything. the shots are so dreamy, your wedding shots are going to be amazing if this is how good engagement shots can turn out!!x
Oh my gosh — I absolutely LOVE these! You are so beautiful, and your beau is too. You can tell how in love you two are — it just shows. Can’t wait to see your wedding pictures, they are going to be phenomenal!! :)
What a gorgeous shoot! You both look amazing! I think you hit the nail with this photographer too, the love shines through! :)
<3
Hey Jas, I love the idea of the first look but I’m also a sucker for that moment where the bride is walking down the aisle and everyone looks at the groom to see his reaction. It’s one of my favourite parts of being at a wedding… so I think we’ll save that and cherish that all together with all our loved ones. xx
I’m so beyond thrilled by everyone’s comments about the lurrrrve shining through, because really, that’s all that matters. And there is TONNES of it. A universe full. xx
Beautiful photos! Absolutely love them. Congrats! :)
absolutely stunningly gorgeous!
wow they are gorgeous!!
what a beautiful couple you make!!
RACH! These photos filled me up with love. I’m so excited for you!
Rachel, these are AMAZING! You must be so thrilled with how they turned out.
I can’t stop looking at these shots. You look unreal. No awkwardness just simply, beautiful love drenched photos!!!
Sunshine & Sweetness
Tinkxxx
Thank you, thank you! x
Such dreamy, romantic, love filled images and beautiful styling too!! Couldn’t be happier for you, it’s such an exciting time captured. Best of luck with the rest of your plans. x
Dayamn, you are photogening! These are totally gorgeous! ♥
Hannah: It’s all Ali, she’s the genius in this trio! But thank you so much, what a lovely comment xx
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