~2014 Bride To Be Competition~ *Giveaway* {Gold Coast Wedding Photographer}

Come take part in THE BIGGEST bridal giveaway of the year! There are over $150,000 in prizes up for grabs and $39,000 right here in QLD!! And the best news...you can win an AMAZING prize from us at Life, Love & Light Images! Don't miss out...HOW EXCITING!!!

To WIN prizes, REGISTER here: http://www.abia.com.au/b2bcompetition/

• Pop over and like our Facebook page: Life, Love & Light Images
• Then COMMENT on the prize's photo on Facebook with your answer: This prize is a #PERFECTMATCH for my wedding because…

~Michelle Shannon, Celebrant~ *Preferred Vendor* {Byron Bay Weddings}

Here is the next in my series of preferred vendor interviews: Michelle Shannon, Celebrant! The weddings that I've seen Michelle perform have been lovely, touching and filled with tons of laughter and joy. Just what you need on your BIG day!

Enjoy
xo Martinia

Please introduce yourself

Hi my name is Michelle Shannon and I am a Marriage Celebrant. Guests have often asked me 'are you a minister'? (I just cheekily say - yes, I am the 'Minister of LOVE' :) - we are the same but different..

Can you tell us about your services and what you offer?

I am lucky enough to be part of a couples special day.  As a celebrant we do all the legal documentation required and with meetings and phone calls/Emails etc. I guide couples to creating the kind of wedding ceremony that they have always dreamed of.  Then when the big day comes we make it all official and start off the celebrations with a heart- warming, memorable ceremony and at times we even have a few laughs - The day really is about the couple and their style of ceremony which suits them and their personality.. Everyone is different and each ceremony is individual and personal.

How early do you accept bookings?

I am already taking bookings for 2014 - couples usually start booking at least 6 to 12 months in advance and by Christmas time I am usually almost fully booked for the year ahead - which is wonderful!

What is important for couples to be aware of?

I am always surprised by those who leave booking a celebrant till last.  At the bare minimum, you need book and supply the Notice of Intent to Marry Document to your celebrant no later than 1 month prior to the big day.  You need to find your birth certificates to be sighted by the Celebrant and if either of the couple have been married before they also need to locate their divorce decree to be recorded.

It is always helpful for me to know your ceremony location and chosen time when booking as this really helps in the planning for all of us.

And have a bad weather back up...A definite must if you are looking at an outdoor wedding..

Most important aspects to consider for you and your guests especially if you are having an outdoor wedding are -

• Shade
• Shelter if required (could even be umbrellas on the beach if hot)
• Toilets & parking close by
• And a drink of water if needed
• (some months like January and February can be very hot outside).

Why should couples book with you?

I really believe it is a personal choice - the great thing is that couples have so much choice now. I always say my style in modern, romantic with a little bit of fun there if you wish.  If I had all my past 300+ couples come together for a party I know they would all get on great.  The same kind of lovely people find me!!!

What special advice do you suggest?

• Have a look at the internet to get ideas.
• Takes notes if you are going to any family or friends wedding about the kind of things you like and wish for your wedding ceremony -
• Make sure you meet a couple of celebrants so that you know you are happy with who you have chosen.
• Take note of weather for those months or even tide times if on the beach.
• Don't try to involve everyone to please them it is your day so keep it memorable and about you.
• Email family and friends well before the big day so they have a clear indication of what is happening for the weekend -
• E.G - Rehearsal dinner Thursday 7pm - meeting at Pub for drinks at 6pm Fridayevening - Wedding Ceremony starts at 3pm Saturday - Wedding breakfast 10am on Sunday @ Fresh Restaurant  etc. Just so your phone doesn't ring constantly the day before the wedding..  (I see it happen all the time - trust me!)
• If you want help - delegate don't try to do it all alone - I see too many tears the day before from Brides trying to be everything to everyone..
• And when all the family turn up remember to take yourself and your fiancé out for a quite drink somewhere on your own that night before the wedding to reflect and have a moment alone.
• And smile - this is going to be the best day of your life.

How can they get in contact?

Ph:​0412 649 313

Email: michelle.shannon.celebrant@hotmail.com

Facebook: www.facebook.com/ByronBayWeddingCelebrantMichelleShannon

Website: www.byronbayweddingcelebrant.com

Pinterest: www.pinterest.com/byroncelebrant

~400 "Likes" Giveaway~ *CELEBRATE* {Gold Coast Photographer}

 

It is time to celebrate...Life, Love & Light Images business fan page on Facebook has exceeded 400 "likes".

So to celebrate and return the love and "likes", I am excited to announce a SPECIAL SALE. This way, no matter where you live (Australia or overseas) you can enjoy and celebrate with me. Here are the details of the SPECIAL SALE:

• 10% OFF any photography package (Wedding, Engagement, Maternity, Newborn, Model Portfolio & Family Portraits)

or

• 20% OFF any Print Products order (Coffee Table Book, Large Flush-mount Album, Landscape Prints/Canvas, Enlargements, Artmounts, Thank you cards...the works)

Here are the details to be eligible: 

• You must be a fan of my Facebook page. Here is the link to have a look and a "like": www.facebook.com/LifeLoveandLightImages
• Contact me via email to receive your special discount - mco@lifeloveandlightimages.com

Simple, RIGHT?

This SPECIAL SALE is open until Sunday 13th March 2011 at 7pm AEST.

I REALLY appreciate all your love and support. I know I couldn't do this without it. Many Thanks!!

NOW HEAD ON OVER TO www.lifeloveandlightimages.com and take advantage of this great special. And tell a friends so they can get in on this too!

xoxo Martinia~

Conditions apply: Discount is not redeemable for cash.

~200 "Likes" Giveaway~ Gold Coast Photographer

Well, I couldn't be happier if I was a kid in a candy store. It was only recently that I created the Life, Love & Light Images business fan page on Facebook to go along with my website www.lifeloveandlightimages.com. In the last day or two, my fan page has exceeded 200 "likes".

So to celebrate and return the love and "likes", I am excited to announce this SPECIAL GIVEAWAY. The giveaway is for a complimentary portrait session with me (up to 2 hours) and complimentary 11"x14" canvas print.

Here are the details to be eligible: 

• You must be a fan of my Facebook page. Here is the link to have a look and a "like": www.facebook.com/LifeLoveandLightImages
• You must leave a comment on this blog post with your name, what type of portrait session you would like photographed and why you want to win this giveaway.

Simple, RIGHT?

This giveaway is open until Monday 15th November 2010 at 7pm AEST, because I know some of you Facebook at work (naughty, naughty). At which time, I will choose the very lucky winner and announce via my blog and Facebook page.

I REALLY appreciate all your love and support. I know I couldn't do this without it. Many Thanks!!

GOOD LUCK!

~Martinia~

Conditions apply: Prize is not redeemable for cash. All sessions are to take place in Gold Coast/Tweed Heads surrounding areas. Digital files, prints, etc are not included.