Brad & Cara’s wedding – River Ridge Retreat
Catlins – Believe it or not I had never been down to Catlins before. What a stunning spot!! I was lucky enough to be asked to photograph Brad and Cara’s beautiful wedding down there at River Ridge Retreat. Here is a little peek into their amazing day – Enjoy xx
16th February 2018Clyde Wedding – Camyce & TroyThe Packing Shed
Troy & Camyce came back to Central Otago to get married in February. They chose to do a “First Look” at the Shaky Bridge in Alexandra – as this was where Troy had proposed and so was a special place for them both. We then headed out for some photo’s where the weather wasn’t really being very kind. The winds were so strong it wasn’t ideal . Luckily by the time we arrived at The Packing shed for the ceremony the winds had calmed and everything went of smoothly. Thanks for having me to share in your day. Here is a little peek into Troy and Camyce’s wedding day…….
27th January 2018Sam & Paige – Orchard Gardens WeddingLisa Davidson Photography
Paige and Sam – Wow what a wedding day. These guys were so much fun. We had so many laughs throughout the day – starting when the Best man couldn’t find his suit. Well Im not sure that we started laughing at this – but we sure did have some laughs about it later and some funny photo’s with the trouser that he managed to borrow that weren’t quite the right fit! Here’s a preview of Paige and Sam’s beautiful day in Alexandra/Clyde.
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Thanks Paige and Sam for having me share in your wedding day. It was Amazing xx
Thanks to all involved
Makeup: Harmony Skin and Beauty
Hair: Koren – KPBridal Hair
Celebrant: Glennys Logan
Ceremony and reception: Orchard Gardens
Cake: Ange Lochaden
Flowers: Ruby Tuesday Florist
WeddingMandy & Ted – Moeraki weddingLisa Davidson Photography
Mandy & Ted’s Wedding Day
Mandy and Ted decided to get married in Moeraki as they spend a lot of time in Hamden at their holiday home and just love the place. This was 3rd time lucky for Mandy and Ted who had tried on several occasions to tie the knott but with one thing or the other getting in the way it hadn’t eventuated. We arrived at Moeraki on the Thursday for the rehearsal to an almighty gale and freezing temperatures. I was pleasantly surprised to wake the next morning to the sun shining and the birds chirping. It was an early start as Ted and Mandy had decided to get their wedding party photos done before the ceremony. We had a fun morning – spending time at the beach, and then onto Oamaru before getting back for the ceremony just along from the Moeraki Boulders Cafe. We managed to get most of the way through the ceremony before getting a little sprinkling from above. The reception was held at the Moeraki Boulders Cafe – which has the most beautiful outlook. Thanks for sharing your special day with me Mandy and Ted, it was an absolute pleasure and I wish you a lifetime of happiness xx
Many thanks to all involved on the day:
HAIR: Koren Panirau – KP Bridal Hair
MAKEUP: Jo Thomas – Radiance Skin & Day spa
VIDEO – Jesse Davidson
CELEBRANT – Angela Port
CARS – Lynley & Scotty
VENUE – Moeraki Boulders Cafe
WeddingSimon & Rose’s Wedding Day – Cromwell/WanakaLisa Davidson Photography
Simon & Rose married on the farm at Kidd Gully on a overcast day in March. Rose and her bridesmaids/bestman were so relaxed on the morning of the wedding, while Simon and his crew were busy running around, picking up chairs that were being blown over and moving the ceremony location slightly into an area out of the wind. Down in Cromwell we were a little oblivious to the wind as it was not blowing at all where we were. By the time we arrived at the ceremony the wind had calmed and the boys had everything sorted. It was a fantastic spot overlooking beautiful scenery. 
The photo’s were all done around the farm. Time disappeared quickly, and then we headed back to the amazing reception area that they had created under the stars.
The reception area looked amazing. They had spent so much time creating this amazing setting for friends and family, and they were so lucky with the weather. Rose had made not one but three beautiful wedding cakes (they all looked amazing). They arrived to the reception by jet boats to the guest’s surprise.
Thank you so much Rose & Simon for sharing your day with me. I so enjoyed my time you all, and wish you all much happiness in your future together xx
Thanks to all involved:
Makeup – Radiance Skin & Day Spa
Hair – Rochelle Weir
Celebrant – Penny Davison
Location – Kidd Gully Farm
New Zealand WeddingLarissa & Te Kohe’s WeddingLisa Davidson Photography
What a Wedding!
The wedding of Larrisa &Te Kohe took place on Larissa’s parents property in Alexandra. It was such a stunning setting and the day was filled with so much love and emotion. I found myself so wrapped up in listening to the speeches and wedding vows, I had to remind myself that I was there to do a job and get taking Photos!! The vows were so heartfelt and emotional, even Larissa’s Mum spoke so emotionally and the words – just so beautiful and full of meaning. T.K’s son Phoenix was also a special part of the day, and his kind caring nature was so evident as he stroked Larissa and T.k’s back when they got emotional during the wedding vows.The bridal party was a pretty stunning lineup – the girls all looked amazing – their dresses all different and so beautiful and the boys kept me on the go and very entertained. We had so much fun. Thank you Larissa and T.K for trusting me with the job of photographing your wedding day. It was such a pleasure to meet you both and I wish you all the best with your future life together xx Hope you enjoy this little preview of your day – and I will get them all on their way to you soon!
Such an amazing day – amazing people – fun times. Hope you have enjoyed this little sneak peek of the day. Thanks to all involved. xx
Lisa Davidson PhotographyA Beautiful testimonialWedding Photography
I Just wanted to share with you all a beautiful testimonial I received from one of the lovely couples I photographed on their wedding day in Wanaka this year…..
“Lisa from the moment we met you your warm thoughtful and gentle nature was comforting, especially at a time when things can be so stressful and you just need to know that all the hard work and months of planning will be captured in those few hours that your photographer is with us. You did so much more and delivered in every way. No mountain too hard to climb and no chopper to hard to hang out of to capture the magic that you presented us with only weeks later. A very big heartfelt thank you especially during such a personal tragic moment in time for you and your family. You are a true professional and so many friends and family have commented on your beautiful photos. I would have to say the slideshow and choice of music you put together was an Amazing and unexpected but very welcome surprise. Thank you Lisa, Blair and I cant wait to see the album and highly recommend you in every way.
Peta and Blair Collie
It is so so wonderful to get beautiful messages like this. I have the most amazing job and am very blessed to meet the most wonderful people along the way. It was such a pleasure to meet you both Peta and Blair and I think of you often. xx
Blair & Peta – Wanaka weddingLisa Davidson Photography
Blair and Peta’s beautiful Wanaka Wedding
From the moment I arrived at Blair’s parents home in Wanaka to meet and discuss Peta and Blair’s upcoming wedding, I was made to feel so totally welcome. Blair’s parents Fergus and Lynette had just completed building their beautiful new home in Wanaka, and it was such a special spot to celebrate such an amazing wedding.
I knew when I first meet Peta and Blair that this was going to be a beautiful wedding, surrounded by amazing family and friends. They were such a neat couple. Kind, respectful, caring – and with the coolest kids!!
The wedding took place down at the outlet in Wanaka with the groom and groomsmen arriving by jet boat, and the girls making an amazing entrance by helicopter. It was a stunning setting, and with it being the first visit to New Zealand for a lot of the guests – I think they were pretty blown away by our amazing country. After the ceremony we flew to the top of the mountain for some fun and photos with the wedding party.
Blair and Peta I wish you both a long life together filled with love, laughter and much happiness. I so enjoyed our time together. You both have such a kind caring nature, and I hope to catch up with you again when your back in NZ xx
