Posts Tagged ‘Derek Smith Photography’

Kim & Frank // Robina Woods Golf Course

January 24th, 2011

Kim and Frank will be the first to tell you that they came about having me film their wedding in a round about way. But sometimes things just work how they need to and everything falls into place. It certainly was a day full of laughs and some tears.

The day started off at the Radisson Hotel for bridal preparations where the girls not only helped Kim get ready, but also decorated the couples’ room with some unique flair (including two smurfs that have sentimental value). It was then on to Robina Woods Golf Course just down the road for the ceremony and reception.

One of the things I love about filming weddings is capturing the emotions of real moments as they happen. You could see by the time Kim entered the chapel that Frank could hardly contain how he felt. That to me tells a story in itself that words could never portray and another reason why I believe video is so important.

The couple certainly made it easy on me as they had a few familiar faces in key roles on the day:  Derek Smith provided the photos and Helen Murray officiated the ceremony. They both make cameo appearances.

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  1. Angela Hawkey wrote: Great job! Love it! (March 21, 2011 - 9:40 pm)
  2. Jenna Brown wrote: Absolutely gorgeous, i cried again just watching this. You have done an amazing job geoff, just beautiful... Most beatiful bride and handsome groom of the year (March 20, 2011 - 9:52 pm)
  3. Mike Haevecker wrote: Absolutely Stunning!!!!!!! (March 11, 2011 - 8:11 am)
  4. Kim Field wrote: Geoff, As you, and probably everyone I know knows :-) I have watched your video's over the past year and been totally amazed by your talent and ability to catch a couple's love story. Now today, i finally got to see ours. I love the way you captured our love in this beautiful work of art. There are so many unique scenes, building up a theme which portrayed a magical love story the way it all came together. I am forever grateful that you were a part of our day, and that I can look back on what was a fairytale for me and relive it over and over again. I cant wait to see the full dvd :-) Kim (March 9, 2011 - 5:03 pm)
  5. Frank Field wrote: Absolutely amazing Geoff! I loved it. That wedding highlight captured my most treasured memories and i am very grateful. I can't put it in words to do it justice, it's brilliant. (March 9, 2011 - 4:15 pm)
  6. Julie Larpent wrote: Very nice!!!!!! (March 9, 2011 - 10:00 am)

Kellie & Josh // You Make Me Smile

November 4th, 2010

It’s hard not to sense the great chemistry that Kellie & Josh have by watching the clip. You can tell they are very much in love and share a wonderful connection between the two of them.

All they did on the day was laugh and have fun and everything unfolded perfectly around them. A bright, sunny day for their ceremony at Ebenezer Park at Tweed Heads to the full moon and fireworks over the beach for their reception just down the road at Twin Towns.

I always say I see something different at every wedding I film and this time it was the bride arriving in a Volkswagen bug with the license plate reading “LovDub.” Classic stuff!

Three of my favorite suppliers on the day:

Allure Professional Hair and Make-up
Photos: Derek Smith Photography
Wedding Cake: Deliciously Decadent Cake Design

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  1. R wrote: Such a cute couple, I love the way they laugh together. (September 8, 2011 - 7:14 pm)
  2. Marty @ Sue Cruice wrote: Great work Geoff, it was a wonderful day for a wonderful couple our son and daughter in law, scenery spectacular. (November 5, 2010 - 9:58 am)
  3. Julie Larpent wrote: Awesome work Geoff. They look so happy! Perfect song for what looked like a wonderful day. (November 4, 2010 - 9:52 pm)
  4. Kellie Cruice wrote: Wow...just watched it with sound - that is AMAZING Geoff!! Love love love it! Thank you so much you captured the day perfectly. (November 4, 2010 - 9:41 pm)
  5. Melissa Ramsay wrote: This really gets the emotions going, stunning work and beautiful memories for a gorgeous couple. Well done. Makes me wish I had something like this from my own wedding. I'm sure those precious little moments you captured will be appreciated by the happy couple, now and in the years to come. (November 4, 2010 - 8:44 pm)
  6. Kerry & Jane Heffernan wrote: Very professional job Geoff, our daughter, so proud and happy. (November 4, 2010 - 4:23 pm)
  7. Taya Burke wrote: another awesome job Geoff!! (November 4, 2010 - 9:58 am)

Jasmine & Robert, wedding highlights

June 16th, 2010

I was really looking forward to this wedding shoot and, after meeting up with Jasmine a week before over coffee, I was even more so. She had me excited about what the day as well and I knew it would be perfect. This was only the second time I have filmed at the The Southport School Chapel and what a setting it was for a ceremony.

The rain stayed away and the sun stayed around long enough for me and photographer Derek Smith (who makes a cameo) to get some stunning shots. We had Jasmine spin in her wedding dress near a colorful tree and when a certain tiny guest joined in the fun it made for a magical moment. The candid shots I captured during the photo session really shows off their personalities and is what my style is all about.

Allure did the girls hair and makeup and they are brilliant. Check out their site here.

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  1. Kelly-Maree wrote: I just watched this and balled my eyes out like a little baby. It's amazing, can't wait to see the entire video. (August 4, 2010 - 4:29 pm)
  2. Taylor Lawson wrote: Brilliant!!! (June 21, 2010 - 12:07 pm)
  3. Natasha Tse wrote: OMG! You have truly captured the amazing moments of the day. Jasmine, you made the most beautiful bride and I am so happy I could share your special day with you as your bridesmaid. x (June 18, 2010 - 2:38 pm)
  4. Suzanne Newlan wrote: You have captured the beauty, sincerity,sense of fun and depth of love we all witnessed on this glorious day, thank you. (June 18, 2010 - 1:57 pm)
  5. Rick Pfeister wrote: Amazing video! Quality from start to finish. (June 17, 2010 - 10:36 am)
  6. Alice wrote: Love it, love it love it!!! AMAZING!!! Wish we had you at our wedding! (June 17, 2010 - 9:58 am)
  7. George wrote: With talent like that to work with how could you go wrong! Great work Geoff,almost makes me want to do it again - but not quite! (June 16, 2010 - 10:37 pm)
  8. Heather Wehl wrote: Hi Geoff, I'm showing my age I know, but I thought that photographers and video guys got in the road on the day and diminished the experience for those attending, but I was wrong. Both you and Derek were almost invisible and it is unbelievable to think that you have produced such a wonderful memory without being in our face. Thank you. And I can't wait to see the final product. Jazzie, you were SO beautiful! Cheers, Heather. (June 16, 2010 - 8:28 pm)
  9. Garrette Baird wrote: Wonderfully done! (June 16, 2010 - 7:08 pm)
  10. Brett Gravenall wrote: Fantastic work Geoff! (June 16, 2010 - 6:38 pm)
  11. Kev Mann wrote: Bloody awesome Geoff!! (June 16, 2010 - 5:31 pm)
  12. Rob & Jasmine wrote: What an incredible short film Geoff!! On Sunday it was obvious that you knew what you were doing and on top of that you were genuinely excited to be filming our wedding - and you can see it in your work - what a great job!! Thank you from the bottom of our hearts! Love Jas & Rob (June 16, 2010 - 5:15 pm)
  13. Jennifer Bell wrote: Tissues plz!!! :) (June 16, 2010 - 4:45 pm)
  14. Derek Smith wrote: WOW! It was such an awesome day Geoff and once again you have captured the best of it so beautifully! I even got a little tear watching it and I was only the photographer :) (June 16, 2010 - 4:39 pm)
  15. Anastasia wrote: Just beautiful!!! Great song!! (June 16, 2010 - 4:37 pm)
  16. Sarah Avery wrote: OMG! I almost cried during the vows too! My wedding can't get here fast enough Geoff!! :) (June 16, 2010 - 4:34 pm)