Tuesday March 9th, 2010 at 3:13 am | 42 Comments »
On Friday, we headed up to Hahei to photograph Jon & Gemma’s wedding.
From the moment we arrived (and saw Jon shirtless, practicing a song with the Ukulele band) we knew things were going to be a little different!
They went with a beach / caravan theme – inspired by their fantastic little caravan (in which Gemma arrived at the ceremony, towed by a tractor) – and along with the theme went mis-matched kitsch plates, and cool little folded paper caravans for each table. It was obvious that a huge amount of time & effort had gone into setting it all up & making the decorations, but totally worth it! It was the Kiwi summer holiday – down to a T.
Then it was off to see Gemma – who was looking stunning in her beautiful Kate Dowman dress – and a few pre-ceremony photos…
Gemma arrived in style at the ceremony..
But Jon – not to be outdone – countered with a poem he had written about the two of them & their caravan, which had pretty much everyone crying (including us).
Afterward, we headed down to the beach (with the bridesmaids & Jon’s “Man-tourage” in tow) for a few shots – the light was beautiful coming through the trees… and as usual, Holly got some of the best shots of the day… this girl just keeps getting better!
On the way back to the reception, we stopped for a few photos with the caravan – I think these look great with a bit of a vintage tone applied to them.. almost like old holiday snaps.
Last (but definitely not least) we grabbed a few images at the base of a huge pohutakawa tree – strategically avoiding the Daihatsu Sirion that was convienently parked about a foot outside the frame here… romantic.
Their speeches were off the charts – it was more like watching live comedy than listening to wedding speeches!
We headed home buzzing – such a fun day… and pizza in Thames on the way home wasn’t even too bad.
Thanks so much Jo-Gem for inviting us along to share a part in your day – we had a blast 
Isaac, Amber, & Holly.
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Mrs Bridges
Tuesday March 9th, 2010 @ 8:03 pm
Wow!!
Thank you guys so much!! These photos look amazing. I can’t wait to see the rest of them.
x
Pip & Trev
Tuesday March 9th, 2010 @ 9:09 pm
Absolutely amazing photos. Where were you guys when we got married!
Stunning. Will be hard to pick the shot of the day based on these previews.
Hudsie
Tuesday March 9th, 2010 @ 9:17 pm
Wow, to top off the BEST wedding ever are the BEST wedding photos ever. If being cool ever goes out of style then you two are in big trouble. Amazing work photographers. hot
Yatesy
Tuesday March 9th, 2010 @ 9:34 pm
Stunning. Jon and Gemma scrub up alright don’t they? Really lovely shots of a really lovely day.
Nice work.
Kelson
Tuesday March 9th, 2010 @ 10:02 pm
Such a cool wedding, stunningly captured by a ninja team of photographers. Proud to have been a part of it all. x.
Mr & Mrs Downsy
Tuesday March 9th, 2010 @ 11:03 pm
Great photos! I particularly like the out of focus people ion the background.
Nikki
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 7:10 am
Absolutely stunning photos. Having excellent photos is key and sums up an amazing wedding so great work! Sorry about the car being in the way!
We would like to get a few photos of the lovely couple. We would also like ones of family and one of the stunners taken of our wee Zara. Miss you all and Hahei already. xxxx
Tracey
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 7:42 am
That first mantourage shot is rocking. And the ones of Gem are gorgeous! These are truly awesome photos. Almost makes you want to get married.
Trinity
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 7:46 am
I like the caravan picture (but not the one where Jon and Gemma are k.i.s.s.i.n.g).AWESOME
Grainger
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 7:49 am
I like all of the pictures. I especially like the one where you’re sitting outside the caravan and the one of Hudsie – well all of them – being gangsters.
Megan
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 8:06 am
SO beautiful. Amazing wedding and amazing record of the day. I want to go again this weekend. I am addicted to JoGEM – truly outrageous and ridiculously good looking. Gemma is just BEAUTIFUL. Jon not so much, but handsome which is appropriate. Hot mantourage too. Whoah. Not sure why Kelson is making a triangle with his hands though….
Hudsie (again)
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 8:12 am
Isaac’s WS of the bride and groom and the gnarly tree is my favourite. Tracey’s comment says it all, JoGem can turn anyone into a romantic.
Gemma you are so beautiful! Now I must away… can you get Mills and Boon on a kindle?
Jocelyn
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 8:20 am
The wedding was unbelievably beautiful and these photos capture the feeling perfectly.
Merylin
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 8:44 am
Brilliant wedding, brilliant day, brilliant photos. Having a relaxed, friendly wedding takes a lot of background organisation. Well done. Loved it all. (Apologies to all the young men I dragged up on the dance floor.)
Jane
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 9:02 am
Congratulations Gem and Jon, looks like you had an amazing day! The photos are just stunning….
Maureen and Ted
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 9:54 am
Jon and Gemma, these are wonderful…. great to see all the gang together again! Have a lovely life! xxxx
D'Arcy and Kelly
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 10:19 am
Yeah, yeah, YEAH!!!! Gorgeous photos my sweets, lovely to see the old man hasn’t shaved and is wearing a grey suit…All style kids. Big love and thanks for a beautiful weekend by the sea…
Catherine and David Latter
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 11:09 am
Thank you for sharing the photos with us. The photography is stunning and Gemma, you look beautiful. Have a wonderful life together and may all your dreams come true!
Miranda & Eddy
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 11:21 am
Wuvv, twue wuvv, and marrwage…sigh…a picture says a thousand words – these photos are babbling hot! It was totally choice. I love my plate too. Thanks for letting us share your special day. xxooxx
Daniel
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 12:02 pm
These pictures are exactly like the day – simply beautiful. I wish we could do it all over again.
Aunty P
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 12:23 pm
These photos are just stunning. Gem is every inch the beautiful bride and you both looked so happy .
Gem's Bliss
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 12:50 pm
Beautiful photos, just like my little bliss xx
Uncle M
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 12:57 pm
What fantastic photos – what a fantastic day – what a fantastic weekend. You two are so happy in love.
Kath Davies
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 2:01 pm
Loved seeing your wedding photos. I believe a wonderful day was had by all.
Helen
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 4:00 pm
such great photos! You both look gorgeous, these photos perfectly capture what has surely been the best wedding EVER.
Julia Davies
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 5:39 pm
WOWzers! What a beautiful couple. It really was a day to remember forever. Congratulations again Mr and Mrs B xox
MIKE AND SUE BOLTON
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 5:40 pm
Gemma and Jon what a fabulous venue for a truely beautiful wedding. he photos are amazing especialy the one under the huge pohut – enjoy the rest of your live together.
PS Mike cant believe his scruffy little scout girl has scrubbed up into a stunner.
Yvonne, Gary and the gang
Wednesday March 10th, 2010 @ 10:46 pm
What a wonderful record of a beautiful day, we will always treasure the memories. Here’s a toast to Jon and Gemma!
Jenny & Steve
Thursday March 11th, 2010 @ 11:34 am
What an awesome couple; what an awesome wedding; and what awesome photos!! Perfect – absolutely perfect!!
Noeline
Thursday March 11th, 2010 @ 12:10 pm
A lovely record of a special day. The tree may now become ‘their Family Tree’, to return to for happy memories and to introduce any future ‘little’ family members to! The best of very good health to John, Gemma and tree!
Roy & Sandy
Thursday March 11th, 2010 @ 2:24 pm
Our darling Gemma, you look so amazingly beautiful and Jon, so handsome, your happiness is a joy to see. It was indeed a fantastic weekend and so great to share it with so many lovely people.
Frances &Allin Russell
Thursday March 11th, 2010 @ 7:21 pm
Wow what a fantastic wedding .Gemma you look so beautiful and the Blue dresses are perfect for the beach.It was good to see Amy looking fabulous after her baby.
The photographs are amazing .Best wishes to you and Jon and many years of happy caravaning together !!
Love Frances & Allin
Sandra Newkirk
Friday March 12th, 2010 @ 3:00 am
Was terribly excited to receive these pictures today. We miss you guys. Gemma was as gorgeous as ever and Jon was just Jon – the best. The trailer was a good touch. Love to all the family. Aunt Sandra and Uncle Dewayne
Gayle, Madi and Jess
Friday March 12th, 2010 @ 10:56 am
These pics are stunning, how will you choose, there is not a bad one amongst them. Gem you looked “divine”, such a happy beautiful couple. It was the most wonderful wedding, in the best of settings, what a shame its over. Love to you both.
Sandy & Dave
Friday March 12th, 2010 @ 3:00 pm
Wow!!!! Truly stunning. Wish we could have been there. Love You
Todd Bridges
Sunday March 14th, 2010 @ 4:48 am
Hey Cuz
Looks like you married up; way to go
Welcome to the family Gemma, we look forward to meeting you one day.
Todd
Becky Savage
Sunday March 14th, 2010 @ 2:33 pm
I also say ‘hey cuz’! Wow! I love the pictures – you two are beautiful of course but the scenery is breathtaking. And since I am the only one in my family that hasn’t been to nz, I have to savor the pictures! I also say welcome to the Bridges family Gemme! Love, Becky, Kevin, Nicole, and Jake
The other John Bridges
Tuesday March 16th, 2010 @ 11:16 am
Fantastic pictures. The scenary is lovely. It confirms our need for a return visit, as it is the only place we didn’t get to. Gemma you look stunning. the pop up caravan on the table is great. Jon, send us a copy of the poem.
Fiona Massey
Tuesday March 16th, 2010 @ 5:30 pm
What gorgeous photos and what a great wedding theme, you both look fantastic, Gemma you look gorgeous. All the best for your future life together xxx
Robyn
Wednesday March 17th, 2010 @ 3:37 pm
Amazing photos! Amazing day/weekend. Thanks for sharing it with us.
Hugs
Robyn
Alex Simmonds
Wednesday March 17th, 2010 @ 6:25 pm
Looks like an amazing day guys. Congratulations and all the best for the future.
Jacki and Barry
Sunday March 21st, 2010 @ 2:33 pm
Fabulous photos what a beautiful couple and the beautiful setting.Wow!