Life events are certainly worth celebrating, but it’s also about capturing YOU!
My forte is this: Capturing the essence of people – who they are, their personalities, their passions, their uniqueness….and when it comes to weddings, it’s about weaving your common (or not so common threads!) of who you are as individuals and as a couple into a meaningful and highly memorable ceremony. Not a ceremony “out of a book” where everybody is disengaged, but one that is totally “bespoke” – a ceremony with vibrancy, creativity and meaningfulness that speaks volumes about who you are and what’s important to you and people will feel really connected and grateful they are part of your lives.
Check out my Wedding gift to you below!
I am a talented speaker/MC, writer, story-teller and events person – with a special talent for making people feel special, involved, captivated and inspired. As an independent marriage and civil service celebrant I bring such a fabulous collective of these speaking, presenting, writing and ceremonial skills that will make your ceremony special for sure! Based in Wanaka, not far from Queenstown, I am also available to being your celebrant elsewhere in New Zealand. (or if you want to trek me around the world too, that is absolutely fine by me. I’m a world-traveller!)
“A superb day. Personal and special.”
Austeja and Marcus (intimate elopement with a few family and friends + dog!)
A great celebrant is not just about “turning up on the day!”. The success of an event is a result of unrushed pre-event “getting to know you” and considered planning. My strength is offering an attentive listening ear and an enquiring, creative mind, so I really understand what YOU want, who YOU are and what’s important to YOU. How you want people to feel, what you want people to remember and how you wish them to actively be part of the event are all important parts of that conscious planning.
From that point on, I weave words, themes, symbols, stories and great activity ideas into the ceremony and make a meaningful (and often a magical) occasion that people will relate to and remember and in a style that suits you with the outcome you want. Key attention is also paid to setting up the best environment and ambience which includes consideration of set-up, seating, music, décor and people management.
“We were both really impressed by how creative you got with the little information we gave you beforehand.”
Stina and Toby (last minute Civil Union)
Unique, bespoke and engaging are my utmost goals for your ceremony. Highly professional, with a sense of fun and my ppp’s – professionalism, pizazz and positivity, I blend that with a personal down-to-earth touch and I’m certainly a gal that goes the extra mile and helps energise your event! I can’t wait to be part of your special occasion.
So my wedding gift to you is this. A goodie bag to get your wedding preparations started and make things a lot easier for you in the lead-up, and on your wedding day. These are “must haves!”
- How to easily get your Marriage Licence – step-by-step guidelines and link to apply online.
- Writing your Wedding Vows without losing sleep and ones that will wow your partner!
- The “not-to-be-forgotten bridal bag” for unexpected moments that could be embarrassing!
Contact me today to grab your gift and unwrap the goodies!
“A great “Lord of the Rings” wedding.”
Yulu Wang and Danyang Pang (private wedding – just the couple)
And amidst all of those other decisions to make re venue, cars, flower, photos, cake, caterer, photographer, transport, etc …. I am part of the Wanaka Wedding Collective with loads of talent.
And here’s a second great website full of local Wanaka wedding experts. Or if you’re getting married in Queenstown, the Lakes District or even somewhere else in New Zealand, be in touch!