Auckland Domain Wedding

The sun shone beautifully on this lovely couple, Nolan and Kavishi as they took their vows of marriage on Waitangi day in the Auckland Domain. 

What a wonderful spot they chose admist the grand old mature trees and gardens. Although the park was well patronised it was a very intimate unique setting to take their vows of marriage.   

Standing under the shade of a very large and beautiful tree they couldn't have looked happier. 

I felt  honoured to share their  lovely spread of traditional Sri Lankan food, lovingly prepared by

by Lathifar, Nolan's  mother . It was all very delicious !

Congratulations to you both, may you have a wonderful future together.  Alexa xx 

"Think not you can direct the course of love, for love if it finds you worth, directs your course".

Gracehill Vineyard Estate

2020 has been a very uncertain  year for us in  New Zealand; along with folk living in the rest of the world affected by the Covid 19 pandemic.  For couples trying to plan their wedding, along with wedding venues and everyone else in the industry it has been a very emotional, uncertain and frustrating time.  Not knowing what date would be totally free from the restrictions of lock down,   it was a tricky situation trying to settle on a date.

Vinnie and Danielle were one of these couples who rode the waves of the levels of lock down not knowing if their planned wedding was going to be cancelled or not! 

They were indeed one of the fortunate couples when the restriction was lifted and a wedding of 100 guests could be held. 

Held at the picturesque Gracehill Vineyard Estate it was indeed a beautiful wedding and the smiles on their faces showed how happy they were. They both looked great in their wedding attire along with their bridal group.  

It was a pleasure to officiate and share this memorable occasion with them both and also the rest of their family and guests. 

Best wishes to you both for a great future together.  Alexa xx 

"Think not you can direct the course of love, for love, if it finds you worth, will direct your course."

 

Markovina Vineyard Estate Auckland

Markovina Vineyard Estate has such beautiful grounds and indoor facilities to host a wedding.
Craig and Marissa very fortunate to enjoy a beautiful sunny day at the end of June to celebrate their marriage.  With the cosy indoor seated area and a lovely warm fire the guests could still enjoy the  indoor outdoor flow.
It was a beautiful wedding and the photos tell the story of this couple's happy day.
'Love is the ideal thing but marriage is the real thing". Anon

All the best to you both, I headed home after your ceremony with a smile on my face too. Alexa  Xx

Kiwi Valley Farm Yard Wedding.

The clouds dispersed and the sun came out for Kylie and Nigel as they took their vows in the grounds of the Kiwi Valley Farmyard  in Valley Road Henderson.

The lovely colours brightened up the winters day, like wise their smiles said it all. 

It was a small intimate wedding for this lovely couple and the guests enjoyed feeding the animals after the ceremony. 

All the best to you both, it was a lovely afternoon and a privilege to officiate. 

Alexa x

"Love comforteth like sunshine after the rain."...William Wordsworth. 

Wedding Music : Auckland

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Music  sets the mood and enriches the ceremony.

Today I was delighted to hear the beautiful music played on the harp by the lovely Lana Breed. 

I have met Lana playing at Weddings, Funerals,and  Memorial Services that I have officiated at.  Her music is suitable for most occassions and she is as lovely as her music.

" A love song is a gentle caress set to music".

         

                                        Sigmund Romberg

Sky Tower Wedding Auckland

It was a beautiful day and a happy family gathering when Denielle and Tau took their vows of marriage.  It was a perfect venue for a small intimate wedding in a relaxed environment.
I am so lucky that my Celebrant role takes me to many exciting locations and I am privileged to meet so many lovely couples on their special day.

 "Love is friendship set of fire".   Jeremy Taylor.

All the best to you both for a wonderful exciting future together. xx

Muriwai Beach Wedding: Elopement

Coming from Canada it was a simple process to be married in New Zealand without the expense of a larger wedding at home.

Orielle and Derek chose Muriwai Beach for their simple but meaningful ceremony.

It was certainly very windy as this lovely couple took their vows in the shelter of a New Zealand flax bush on the edge of a sand dune. 

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Marriages can be easily be arranged in New Zealand at reasonably short notice and it was my pleasure to be part of this important milestone in this couple's life.

All the best for a wonderful future together. ... Alexa.

This be the prayer we breathe for you today:

When you have reached the summit of life's hill'May it be possible for you to say,

Married long years, but we are lovers still. ... ANON.

Puketutu Island - Kelliher Estate

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This beautiful wedding of Tenille and Shane was held at the Kelliher Estate Puketutu Island. 

Family members traveled from Ireland to join in the wonderful celebrations of the wedding.
It turned out to be a beautiful sunny afternoon and it was my privilege to officiate at this special occassion.

Thank you to Sarah Weber Photography and also Tenille and Shane for allowing me to share these beautiful photos. xxx

All the best to you both and may "the luck of the Irish go with you both" Love Alexa. xx

Bridgewater Estate Wedding, Auckland

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 With a back drop of native forest and white hydrangea bushes in flower it was a beautiful venue at Bridgewater Estate for this lovely couple, Mike and Lisa to take their vows of marriage.
They all looked fabulous in their beautiful wedding attire and it was a lovely sunny  afternoon after a rather wet morning.
It was my pleasure to officiate and soak up the warm and wonderful atmosphere.

"Grow old along with me the best is yet to come!"  Robert Browning..

Congratulations Mike and Lisa all the best for a wonderful life together.  Alexa xx

Wedding in the West: Markovina Vineyard Estate

Wedding Out West.

It was a gorgeous day for this lovely couple who took their vows at the  Markovina Estate in Kumeu. 

The sky couldn't have been clearer and the smiles on the faces of this happy couple, Suz and Alex told us what a happy day it was for them both, their family and friends as well.   After twenty years as a Celebrant I still get excited to officiate at weddings as I soak up the pleasure, the  joy and the wonderful atmosphere created by the couple and the guests alike.

'Let us make our future now and let us make our dream's  tomorrows reality". Malala Yousafzai.

 

The beautiful new extension to Markovina's venue was ideal as an indoor /outdoor venue and the colours of this bridal party complimented the lovely setting.

All the best Suz and Alex, it was a pleasure to officiate. xx Alexa. 

Waimauku Wedding.

It was a beautiful Sunday afternoon in May for the wedding of Jane and Glen. 

It was a family affair with their two beautiful daughters as part of their wedding party. 

The bride and groom couldn't have looked happier as they took their vows at the River Valley Estate Waimauku.

"Love is the master key that opens the door to happiness." Oliver Holmes.

All the best for a happy life together,   Alexa xx

Romantic Wedding Helensville: Alexa Bartlett Celebrant.

Chrissy and Ant took their wedding vows in an enchanted garden in Helensville recently.
It was a very wet and windy morning and the clouds disappeared in time for the ceremony and for everyone to enjoy and witness this lovely couple marry in these beautiful tranquil surroundings along with the birds chirping  in the back ground. Thank you to Chrissy and Ant who shared these fabulous photos and Photographer David Watson for allowing us the privilege of uploading them. 

 "Love comforteth like sunshine after the rain" .  William Shakespeare, Venus and Adonis

All the best for a wonderful life together. Alexa xx