happy days Archives - Page 12 of 17 - Sandra Henderson Photographer

September 6, 2018

Bruce + Joanne

Cozy cuddles, belly laughs, warm hearty food and great company – just a recipe for a great winter shin dig! I started on the journey with Bruce & Joanne two weeks prior to their wedding – photographing them as a couple as is traditional in Joanne’s culture. We had a first look at their home followed by an adventure about the Mountain…. stopping where we thought the scenery would photograph beautifully. Our Mt decided to hide, but the sun burst through, breaking up any icicles and casting some beautiful light. Then came the wedding day – a true chiller – thank goodness for traditions! Held at Deken’s Barn, a perfectly intimate ceremony with their nearest and dearest. Heartfelt vows, a tea ceremony and finished off with a boot kicking burn up on the D floor….Thanks for your awesomeness! xx

Dress: Liah Roebuck

Mens suits: Kingsway

Flowers: Petal Pusher

Rings: Brownsons

Cake: Kirby’s Secret Cake House

Makeup and Hair: Sean and Steve at Elwin Evans

Celebrant: Alan Hawksworth

Catering: ABC Catering & Hello Audrey

Ceremony Location: Dekens Barn

August 14, 2018

The Washers!

A BIG thank you to Ingrid, Dennis & family! Capturing the grandies with their gorgeous littlies was a treat. Such a special moment to capture – they just grow up too fast! xx

June 8, 2018

Emilie & Joseph

Cue bright sunshine, no wind and a rather large bunch of friends & family…… get glammed up and rock some blooms …. and you have the perfect Taranaki winter wedding!! Mr and Mrs Kelly had the best of luck for their breath-taking day! They braved some goose bumps, but wore them with style, as we had an amazing day together at Tairoa Lodge. Thanks to everyone involved who pulled this together – just magic xx

Dress: Daisy by Katie Yeung

Makeup and Hair: Cleaver and Rouge

Flowers: Grace – This Plus That

Location: Tairoa Lodge

Brides Prep Location: Kingfisher Cottage

Video: Ben D’Ath

Men’s Prep Shooter: Ryan Polei

Marquee and set up: Dobsons

Band: Front House

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May 5, 2018

Charlie & Simon

A beautiful venue, great company, pretty detailing, adventures, lots of laughs, wine & sunshine – a perfect recipe for a perfect day! Wellington based Charlie & Simon shared their vows on the clifftop lawn of Okurukuru overlooking the sea with a fun gathering of family and friends. Here is a sneak peek xx Special thanks to Thomas for his awesome work 😉

Hair and Makeup: Cleaver & Rouge

Venue: Okurukuru

Flowers: Pineapple Sage

Celebrant: Amber Caskey

Second Shooter: Thomas Busby

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April 16, 2018

Holly & Ryan

Another pinch-me-I-love-my-job wedding! On their happiest of happy days, Holly and Ryan shared their vows in a friends gorgeous garden – followed by laughs, adventures, beautiful light and some toes in the sand. Here is a taster into their pretty April wedding…. Thanks for the glorious ride xx

Dress: Churchwood Bridal

Makeup: Perry Hooper

Hair: C.U Hair

Mens Suits: Kingsway

Flowers: Flowerlounge

Celebrant: Kara Northcott

Rings: Micheal Hill

Reception: The Novotel

Video: Ben D’Ath – DXATH

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April 9, 2018

Erin & Chris

Bowls, bespoke dresses, wine & pom poms – Erin and Chris’ day was destined to be a little bit different – and how pretty it was! The heavens opened in the morning and cleared just in time for the lawn ceremony. Erin made her own dress and those of her bridal party, styled her wedding, all whilst working her job and a Mum to two – what a superwoman!! ……And with all of this – their special day was stress-free, easy and beautiful – just like them. Thanks for the fun day – here is a teaser into their colourful celebration of love – just over a week ago…

Dress: Erin

Hair: Jordy – Vie

Makeup: Renee at Emerge & Halie

Flowers: Flower Studio

Celebrant: Grant Coward

Rings: Brownsons

Cake: Cakes 4 Fun

Catering: Public Catering

Venue: Fitzroy Bowling Club

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March 29, 2018

Erica & Reto

BREATHTAKING….When things seem to be going not to plan but turn out heavenly… the skies opened last weekend and blessed us! Playing in the rain worked a treat on Saturday when Reto and Erica shared their special day. Reno met his beautiful wife for a first look in their New Plymouth home before setting off on some creative adventures. Brollies, water, laughter, beef jerky and wine – such a fun day! With a bunch of family travelling from far corners of the globe to celebrate at Okurukuru, Taranaki showed 4 seasons in a day and we got some gorgeous results. Thanks beautiful people for having me along for the ride! Here is a taster into their blissful day xx

Dress: Boho Bridal

Flowers: Friend – Alet

Makeup: Cleaver and Rouge – Jacqueline

Hair: Kelly Johnson

Suits: Kingsway

Rings: Dalgleish

Celebrant: Beverley McLean

Venue: Okurukuru

Special thanks to King & Queen Suites

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March 27, 2018

The Shearmans!

A big and beautiful thank you to Charlotte & Hayden for having me capture their gorgeous family on the beach one early summer’s morning in Oakura… – and to Florence for being such a delight! xx

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March 20, 2018

Hanna & Mitch

Personal detailing and bundles of happiness – celebrating the love and the union of this gorgeous family was perfection! Surrounded by close friends and family, the Oak Valley garden ceremony left me with happy goosebumps – and the adventures afterwards – priceless. Thanks Nate for being a super trooper and a true mini gentleman. Here is a small peek into their day xx

Dress: Liah Roebuck

Makeup and Hair: N.V. Hair

Flowers: Dobsons

Celebrant: Lynette Howe

Ceremony Venue: Oak Valley Gardens

Reception Venue: New Plymouth Racecourse

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March 12, 2018

Heidi & Caleb

Happy tears and some boogie-on-down …… Mr and Mrs Kahupukoro’s wedding was AWESOME! The perfect pair with so much love for each other I just couldn’t stop smiling…. The ceremony and reception were set on the pretty grounds of The Barn – topped off with adventures to Naumai Park – thanks for sharing your best day ever xx Sneak peek….xx

Dress: Essence of Australia – Bridal Studio

Makeup: Annalee

Flowers: Jessica Robinson

Celebrant: Father Craig

Venue: The Barn – Hawera