Brisbane’s newest event space Events At Cutting Edge is a gorgeous venue for a wedding.

The Cutting Edge is a space reserved for one of Brisbane’s best film and television production houses. The rooftop however, has taken on a different feel and can provide spaces for functions of 30 people to functions of 250.

In keeping with the Cutting Edge feel, each room has a film orientated name- The Casting Room is located on the top floor and cold hold 250 guests cocktail style, there are also seven additional spaces  including a theatre, a rooftop terrace (TheProducer’s Terrace) and a gorgeous Zen style garden. The balconies overlook Brisbane’s river and provide the perfect place to watch the sunset.

Ceremonies can also be conducted at Events At Cutting Edge- either on the rooftop terrace  or The Zen Garden and include staff, PA system and even bubbles to blow post ceremony.

Brunch, grazing, cocktail and sit down menus are all available with such culinary delights such as caramelised apple & blue cheese crustini and salt & pepper squid with lemon tartare.

Events At Cutting Edge is the perfect choice for the chic Brisbane bride who is looking for a funky venue that evokes style, views and grand architecture.

Events at Cutting Edge
Cnr Riverside Drive and Jane Street, West End Q 4101
T 07 3013 6242
F 07 3013 6299

Oh there’s been so much going on this month in the world of wedding photographers in Australia!

Perth Wedding Photographers Anna Rose and Natasja Kremers have joined forces to become NK and Anna Rose and they have a beautiful new site to go with their new venture! The site has a gorgeous vintage feel with a lovely soundtrack to match!

Toowoomba based videographers, Shadowplay have made their mark on the wedding blog work! Check out Shadowplay’s promo video

Shadowplay Photography and Video - Demo from Matt E on Vimeo.

The Shadowplay team were introduced to the Shootsac by Aussie photographer James Day (who recently had lunch with Jessica Claire, Becker and Jasmine * earlier this year!) They loved the Shootsac so much, they shot a video, which ended up on Jessica Claire’s blog and has made Australians proud! (just check out the Oi Oi Oi’s in the comments!)

Katie - Shootsac Promo - HD from Matt E on Vimeo.

I am so looking forward to seeing all the work coming out of these (and other!) talented Australians!

Speaking of photography, reader Farah asked me who the top Australian photographers are and it’s got me stumped. In Malaysia, where Farah is from there is the ‘top 10′ photographers you go to when you get engaged. I know there has also been a Top 10 created in the USA.

So how do you measure the Top 10 Australian Wedding Photographers? I could probably name the ones who are putting their stamp on the industry , the photographers who dominate bridal magazines and are often the first choice for metro brides- I can name them too.

There’s the photographers who speak overseas, do workshops for budding shooters and are generally seen as expert wedding photographers. Then there’s those that have won plenty of awards at the photography industry award nights.

How do you pick? Do we even need to pick? Who are your favourites?

In a nod to how great Australia is (and perhaps a little olympic pride, because really, we rocked that women’s 200m relay last week in the pool!) today’s post is about bringing a little Australia into your wedding.

Lyndel emailed me a few weeks ago searching for inspiration for her Australian country wedding. Lyndel is marrying in a country town with a reception at her mud brick home and marquee out the back. She described her wedding as “romantic, rustic, fun, dash of vintage”

Lyndel wanted to give a nod to Australia’s beautiful landscape with her wedding. She was struggling with colour and finding inspiration. (On that note, if you’re an Australian florist- please send an email my way, especially if you’ve worked with natives! polkadotbride@gmail.com)

We had thoughts of old teapots, vintage tin pails collected from antique stores filled with natives. Candlelight, flowing gowns, a lounge area using vintage and modern furniture, jazz music, eucalyptus leaves and good Australian wine. Lyndel wanted to keep it glamorous and wear a birdcage veil with her white gown. Adding chandeliers, a little sparkle here and there, fascinators for the bridesmaids and some gorgeous shoes will do the trick.

The first concept for Lyndel was using gray, chocolate brown and white.

Centrepiece from Brooke Schwab Photography, cake from bride.com, mailbox from brides.com, bridesmaid gown from Nicolangela, headpiece from Serenida Designs, fabric from Totes for Tots, vases from M! Magazine, fabric from Joel Dewberry, marquee from brides.com, gown from Luci Di Bella, table from brides.com, Australian native orchid flowers from The Bird and The Beads

The second board (and the one Lyndel chose) incorporated the unusual red of the leucadendron flower (which could be South African but Aussies claim it as our own) as an accent to taupe and chocolate brown.

Mirrored wall from Real Weddings, chandelier from brides.com, reception room at Stones Of The Yarra Valley, bridesmaid gown by Nicolangela, gown from Mariana Hardwick, flower from Polka Dot Bride, favours from Jo Gartin, fascinator from Wedding Favors, sign from brides.com, centrepiece from theknot, mantle from brides.com

Perth brides, it’s time for another Wedding Workshop!

Organised by the delightful Cathrin of Cathrin D’Entremont Weddings and Events, The Wedding Workshop will be held on the 27th of August at Tompkins Park.

Each guests receives a copy of the brides guide and three hours of discussion and advice from some of Perth’s best wedding professionals including Natasja Kremers Photography, In Shot Productions, Daisy Lane Flowers and of course Cathrin from CD Weddings & Events

The tickets are priced so you can take a friend and have a girl’s night out. Book a ticket here!

Earlier today, I shared the wedding of Shaun and Candice with you. Now it’s time for the glorious details! Shaun was the self confessed wedding planner for the big day and the day featured ocean theme touches.

The beautiful blooms were by JVK Floral Designs. Candice’s blooming belly was adorned with a starfish brooch

Candice’s blond curls were styled by Qadir Skin and Hair. The bridesmaid wore a deep pink gown.

Lillies adorned the chairs while rose petals were scattered down the sand aisle.

The couple used cars from Down South Luxury Limousines

The stationery featured small ocean themed motifs like starfish and seahorses. The cake was by Sugar Mummy

Each guest, in keeping with the ocean theme, received a hand blown glass star fish as their wedding favour.

A big thankyou to Kylie of Pixel Magix for sending us these gorgeous photos and to Candice and Shaun for allowing us to share your special day!

Photography by Pixel Magix