Enjoy!
xo Martinia
Please introduce yourself
HI, I’m Wendy Marshall
and I’m an Authorised Civil Marriage celebrant,
Can you tell us about your services and what you offer?
I design and perform tailor made marriage ceremonies, naming ceremonies, renewal of vow ceremonies and commitment ceremonies. I believe that no two people are the same and therefore, no ceremony should be the same. Each ceremony I design is unique and personalized for the couple and reflects their dreams and wishes and honours their love for one another.
I design and perform tailor made marriage ceremonies, naming ceremonies, renewal of vow ceremonies and commitment ceremonies. I believe that no two people are the same and therefore, no ceremony should be the same. Each ceremony I design is unique and personalized for the couple and reflects their dreams and wishes and honours their love for one another.
How early do you accept bookings?
I encourage you to book
as far in advance as possible – I am currently taking bookings for 2015. It has been my experience, that those who are
able to book at least 18 months in advance, are successful in securing the
services of their preferred suppliers.
Tick these three of your list as early as possible – Venue, Celebrant
and Photographer.
What is important for couples to be aware of?
Firstly, to embrace every moment of your wedding day to ensure you always have the fondest memories. The day flies by and before you know it, you are ending your first day as husband and wife. Don’t let little things become big things – for example, if your flower girls doesn’t want to walk down the aisle, even though you rehearsed it three times, it’s OK if she doesn’t walk at all, or if she walks with a bridesmaid or mum. I try to encourage all my couples to relax as much as possible and don’t sweat the small stuff.
Firstly, to embrace every moment of your wedding day to ensure you always have the fondest memories. The day flies by and before you know it, you are ending your first day as husband and wife. Don’t let little things become big things – for example, if your flower girls doesn’t want to walk down the aisle, even though you rehearsed it three times, it’s OK if she doesn’t walk at all, or if she walks with a bridesmaid or mum. I try to encourage all my couples to relax as much as possible and don’t sweat the small stuff.
I think it is important
that couples also understand they are signing legal documents and making
declarations as required by law on their wedding day. Whilst I encourage all my clients to enjoy
their day, make it fun and uplifting, there are certain requirements that have
to be met and it is my job to ensure that they are. Oh, and a word about drinking before your
ceremony…. If you can’t drive a car, then you can’t sign a legal document – a
few light beers or a champagne to calm your nerves is Ok, but don’t over do it
before the ceremony – afterwards – go for it!!
Why should couples book with you?
I urge all the couples
that I meet with to make sure they spend time meeting with wedding suppliers
before booking, to make sure they feel a real connection. This is so important – especially when it
comes to photographers and celebrants.
These professionals will be in your close personal space on your wedding
day, so it’s important there is a good rapport established before hand. I find that people book with me because they
feel comfortable and at ease in my presence – I’m pretty easy to get along with
and am told by my clients that they find my nurturing and relaxed manner quite
comforting on their wedding day.
What special advice do you suggest?
Take the time to really
think about the ceremony and it’s meaning to the two of you – you are making
very personal promises to one another for your life together and you want the
ceremony to reflect the story of your love.
So many couples only realize upon reflection, just how much the ceremony
really meant to them. You will be
surprised by just how easy it is to say what you want to say to your bride or
groom, even in front of your family and friends, because when you are standing
in the ceremony space, you are just so
focused on the person you love who is standing before you.
How can they get in contact?
Wendy Marshall
Ph: 0437 637 364
Website: www.weddingsbywendy.com.au
Email: weddingsbywendy@bigpond.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/WeddingsByWendy
Twitter: twitter.com/GCCelebrant
Wendy Marshall
Ph: 0437 637 364
Website: www.weddingsbywendy.com.au
Email: weddingsbywendy@bigpond.com
Facebook: www.facebook.com/WeddingsByWendy
Twitter: twitter.com/GCCelebrant
As the Bride pictured here I just would like to say that I could not have been happier with both Wendy and Martina’s services! I would have been completely lost without these two ladies as part of my day and I truly can not thank them enough for that! It's true what Wendy has said you need to feel comfortable and make a connection with your Celebrant and Photographer and for me that meant I was able to feel at ease on my day as I knew I could trust these two wonderful ladies to make all my dreams come true!
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Oh darling Jade! It was truly a pleasure to be a part of your beautiful day and to help your dream day come true. Much love to you!! <3 <3
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