Norfolk Island Weddings

is it all in the editing?

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I know that there has to be some element of being a good photographer and trying to get the best or winning shot, one that can be blown up and placed on your wall to act as the best memory of a wonderful wedding day, but how much does editing come into it?

I have always given all the images to the bridal couple on a disc for them to edit and use however they wish, but lately had been editing a small handful of absolute favourite photos to show what a difference editing can make.
Either way, I still like taking wonderful photos that don't have to be edited, but can see the value in changing some elements to make the image really special.

See the examples below of some of my first edits of the above photo.

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5 star Norfolk Island weddings

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If you are in the market for a luxury Wedding or want someone to organize every little detail for you and know that you will have a first class wedding and reception, I can recommend Forrester Court for you.

Ariane has perfected every little detail at their cliff top premises to make it one of the finest places to get married in style on Norfolk Island.

Sarah & Scott

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Married 15th July 2011 on their 4 year anniversary of being together.

At St. Barnabas chapel, Norfolk Island.

Photos at Puppy's point, 100 acre figs, lonepine Kingston.

Reception at Mariah's Restaurant, Hillcrest.

Carly & Greg

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Married~ Anson bay

Photos~ Anson bay reserve, Kingston historical area, convict built ruins and restored Georgian buildings, Queen Elizabeth lookout.

Steve and Elizabeth

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Monday 24th January
5pm
Salthouse overlooking Emily bay

It was a last minute phone call by this lovely couple as they quickly organized their wedding before their girls 'went home'.

My main instructions were to take photos of everyone having a glass of champagne and a good time and to have some bubbles myself.

I couldn't resist grabbing the happy couple for 2 minutes to grab these shots in front of this amazing sunset backdrop, I haven't even got a chance to edit any photos yet, but had to share these.

Choose your wedding rings on the Island

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You are spoiled for choice when choosing your wedding jewellery here on Norfolk Island as there are at least 9 shops here that sell quality Jewellery at Duty free prices.
We recommend
BJ's and Diamonds Exclusive
but there is also
Madison's and Duncan's jewellers.
and the following sell all sorts of exclusive wedding bands and jewellery
Casa Kui
Benjamin's (specialize in Pandora)

Max's

Duncan's Jewellers

Madisons Jewelers

The Italian shop (specialize in venetian glass jewellery)

The Scottish shop

Swiss house

Ross's

Photo courtesy of Amanda Jo Jewellery with a twist

Wedding band Tattoo's

With such a strong world wide trend for people of all ages making their mark and telling their story with tattoo's, it is only natural that newlyweds may like a permanent reminder of their commitment to each other.

Norfolk Island not only has 2 tattoo artists offering this service but can boast having the original history of Tahitian tattoo in its...well, history.

Norfolk Island modern day occupants are descendants of the Bounty mutineers and their Tahitian wives.

Here is an article from Harvey McCoy who is one of the current tattoo artists on the island.

Click here to read

The other tattoo or 'tatau' artist is Tihoti who is actually from Tahiti, you can see more of his work by clicking here

Whatever your choice, Norfolk Island has a lot to offer.

Wedding Flowers

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Norfolk Island grows all of it's fresh produce on the Island, nothing is imported (except potatoes and onion).
The same is for fresh flowers grown on the Island.

Although there are some lovely rose gardens here and you will find a wonderful variety of subtropical blooms throughout the year, we are completely weather dependant to a good crop in larger numbers.

Your best bet to ensure your favourite flower is available is to look at the fantastic variety of silk or rubberized flower available in stores (as seen in both pictures above).

There are also some wonderful locals who produce some stunning flower arranging either with whatever is available fresh or with dried or woven (plaited) flowers.

Here are some examples from Ali Brown's website using flax that is grown here on the island.

Contact me here for more information of what is available locally on Norfolk Island.

norfolkislandphotos@gmail.com or Phone +6723 51862

Where can I have my Wedding Ceremony on Norfolk Island?

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There is a French saying: "Love is the dawn of marriage, and marriage is the sunset of love."

- De Finod

We live on an Island here so there is unlimited views of mountains,oceans, beaches and bays, convict ruins and restored Georgian buildings, valleys, clifftops and waterfalls plus sunrises AND sunsets.

You chose your setting here with any backdrop for your special day.

Here are some popular choices for outdoor or marquee weddings;

Anson bay and puppy's point

Emily bay and the Salthouse
little beach
Cemetary bay
Munna's
The pier (Kingston or Cascade)
Cockpit waterfall
Captain Cook's monument
Ball bay
100 acre wood
Bumboras

Mount Pitt

Palm Glen

Simons water (by kind permission of Mr Bernie Christian-Bailey)

Fletcher Christian apartments

Bounty lodge

Camelot gardens
Forrester Court

Indoor wedding choices include;

St Barnabas chappel

All saints Kingston

The parish centre
The N.I gun club at Anson bay
N.I golf club

Aurelia resort

Governors lodge

Paradise hotel - used to be colonial hotel

Dino's at Bumboras

Hillcrest hotel

Norfolk Blue homestead

South pacific resort

Two Chimneys winery

Forrester court

Mokutu inn's Sublime lounge

Tintoela

Cafe Pacifica in Daa Nursery

By the bay, Bucks point

Or there are plenty of private homes and properties that the locals are happy to share with you.

There will need to be permission sought for the use of some areas to the Norfolk island administration or to The Norfolk Island National Parks and Wildlife, but being such a friendly Island, there won't be many reasons to refuse.

or if just a small number and you want something really different, why not try a scuba dive wedding under the water or the glass bottom boat in the middle of Emily bay.

If you need any extra information, I am happy to share.

Email me at norfolkislandphotos@gmail.com or phone +6723 51862

Merry Christmas from Norfolk Island

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♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥ ♥

Wishing you all a wonderful Christmas season filled with love from friends and family

♥ ♥ ♥

Melinda and Warwick

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Wedding and Reception

Governors Lodge Norfolk Island

Special date and time 10/10/10 at 10 am

Photos taken all around the Island

Sharni-Marie and Peter

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July 2010

Wedding in their valley

Reception at their house 'da valley'

Photos at Kingston, Emily bay and Anson bay

Children at Weddings

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Children add amazing character to any wedding party.

Its the awww factor.

and all those teeny tiny features

Christan & Kim

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Wedding Ceremony Chimney hill, Kingston.

Wedding reception, Marquee and restaurant Bounty Lodge.

November 2009

Marielle & Sylvan

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Wedding Ceremony Simons Water, Steeles Point

Wedding reception, open air at Tradewinds, Steeles Point.

March 2009

More Wedding Information and Photos coming soon

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There are more Photos displays of recent Norfolk Island Weddings coming soon, please return to this blog to view or CONTACT US VIA EMAIL if you have any queries about getting married or holidaying on Norfolk Island.

Future Postings will include

More Weddng Photos
Family Photos
Where can I hold my Wedding Ceremony on Norfolk Island
Where can I hold my Wedding Reception on Norfolk Island
Where can we & our guests stay on Norfolk Island
Wedding Cakes & Wedding Feasts
Hair, Makeup & Bridal Pampering
Scenic backdrops for Photos
Flowers on Norfolk Island

D'anne & Miguel

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Wedding Ceremony, Middle beach, Kingston.

Wedding reception, Marquee at Lime kiln, Kingston.

January 2009

Kim and Charles

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Wedding ceremony, Simons water, Steeles point.

Wedding reception, Marquee at Parents home, Devonhouse.

March 2008

Norfolk Island

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Norfolk Island is a South Pacific paradise like no other - sub-tropical and verdant. With its stately pine trees, haunting history and colourful local culture, Norfolk Island goes beyond the south sea island stereotype of waving palm trees to offer a destination that is unique.

Remote Norfolk Island, just 3455ha, was first settled in 1788 as a penal colony and later became home to descendants of the famous Mutineers of the Bounty. Today's inhabitants are a friendly mix of Norfolk Islanders, Australians and New Zealanders, Fijian, Europeans and other Pacific Islanders.

The geological make-up of Norfolk Island is stunning, with cliffs rising steeply out of the ocean, the coastline levelling out to small beaches and a lagoon bordered by protective reefs. The island has patches of sub-tropical rainforest and gently rolling pastureland dotted with Norfolk pines. The sub-tropical climate makes Norfolk Island a pleasant year-round destination with no extremes of temperature.

Climate (IS PERFECT!)
Sub-tropical - the temperature rarely falls below 12ºC

Summer - October to March with an average day temperature of 24ºC and cooler evenings.

Winter - April to September with an average day temperature of 17ºC.

The World of Norfolk Visitor Info 2010

Accommodation

Norfolk Island has more than 70 accommodation options including resort hotel/motel rooms, island-style houses and luxury cottages, self-contained apartments and cottages, and studio rooms. Many are set in spacious grounds offering panoramic sea or valley views. Accommodation ratings are carried to Australian Automobile Association International Ratings Standards. For more information about accommodation on Norfolk Island, visit
http://www.theworldofnorfolk.com.au/

Airport & Airlines
• The International Airport is just minutes from the centre of town on Douglas Drive.
You will need a passport or a FREE document of Identity (the same form as a passport application,available from Australia post, A Document of Identity is available only for travel between Norfolk Island and Australia.)

• Air New Zealand operates a weekly service, departing on Saturdays from Auckland (1hr 45min).
Air New Zealand website

• Norfolk Air operates regular services from Sydney (2hr 30min), Brisbane (2hr 10min), Newcastle (2hr 30min) and Melbourne (3hr 15min).
See your Travel Agent for bookings or go to http://www.norfolkair.com/

Churches

These include Church of England, Uniting, Community Church, Jehovah's Witness, Bahai, Catholic and Seventh Day Adventist. Call into the Visitors Information Centre for service times.

Climate

• Norfolk Island enjoys a mild subtropical climate with an average humidity of 74-79%.

• The wettest months are May to August, and the driest are November to January.

• Summer (October to March): Average maximum temperatures of 23-25°C (evenings are about 6°cooler).

• Winter (April to September): Average maximum temperatures of 18-19°C.
Clothing

Casual lightweight clothes can be worn for most of the year, but bring warm clothes during the cooler months of June to September. A light jacket is recommended for summer evenings. Be sure to bring good walking shoes, a hat, sun glasses and sunscreen.

Communications

• Several internet cafés are located in the main shopping district of Burnt Pine.

• For telephone and fax services, Norfolk Telecom is open Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm. Phone booths are open 7 days a week.

• A mobile phone service is available when you purchase a local sim card. Global roaming is expected to be introduced in the near future.

• Postal and fax services, phonecards and a Philatelic Bureau are available at Norfolk Post in Burnt Pine. Open Monday to Friday. Norfolk Island has its own stamp and postal service.

• The international phone code for Norfolk Island is 6723.

• There are 2 local papers produced weekly and these are a good source of information for local events.

Dining

You'll be dipping into a foodie's paradise on Norfolk Island with more than 30 restaurants, cafes and clubs to choose from if you're dining out. On the menu, you'll find delicious locally grown produce that includes seasonal vegetables, herbs, salad greens and fruit, and delectable fresh seafood. From sophisticated restaurants and garden cafés to island-style fish fries and barbecues, there is something to tempt everyone – and you can round it all out with a locally brewed coffee, beer or liqueur.

Driving & Car Rental

• There is no public transport, so rental vehicles are the most practical way to see the sights. There is one taxi service, but you will need to book.

• A current driver's licence is required and the minimum age for renting a car is 21 years.

• Car hire starts from about $30 per day, and a daily insurance cost is also payable directly to the rental company.

• Driving is on the left hand side of the road.

•There is a general speed limit of 50km/hr; dropping to 40km/hr in the shopping centre, 25km/h in the National Park and 30km/h along the waterfront at Kingston Historic Area.

• Cows and Kingston geese have right of way on the roads.

Major Attractions

Colourful history, Natural wonderland, clean beaches, Photographers, fisherman & foodies paradise, snorkelling & glass-bottom boat tours, diving, Norfolk Island National Park and Botanic Gardens, shopping, dining, horse & carriage tours, horse riding, walking, golf, 4WD tours.

Of course, once you have been here, you will understand that Norfolk Island is so much more than this.
What you will experience after a visit here is 'a feeling', a warmth of days of old, where the locals are a friendly lot, who are happy to share their piece of paradise with you, even if it is only a week.
Come and experience the cleanest pine scented air, unspoiled beaches and impressive views.

You won't be sorry you came, you will just be sorry to leave.

Welcome to our new Norfolk Island Wedding blog

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Why get married on Norfolk Island?

It is Beautiful here!

Also, you will find it a friendly and safe destination.

There is plenty of accommodation for all your friends and family or just a hideaway for the 2 of you.

The locals here are happy to share their little piece of paradise and will be as helpful as can be in organizing little details for you.

If you need any information about Weddings or anything Norfolk Island,