With a best friend as photogenic as Gabby and her handsome fiancee Nat, it was the perfect opportunity for me to plan something a little out of the ordinary and celebrate their engagement in the process. We organised a day trip to Blackdown Tableland NP, styled outfits, scouted locations, put on makeup at the side of the road and hiked to this breathtaking location. It rained, I broke in my brand new camera, we fought off flies in plague proportions, they kissed and had a waterfight, I climbed a waterfall and in the end we got some pretty epic engagement photos. If you are an adventurous spirit at heart too, I have dedicated adventure sessions where we can plan your own special photoshoot somewhere scenic or sentimental. Be prepared to get your shoes dirty, your hair messy and maybe hike/climb/get your clothes wet in the name of a great photo! I'd love nothing more than to combine my love of nature and 4WDing/camping/SCUBA diving with my passion for portrait photography, so tell me all your backstories and wild ideas!

The Rockhampton Grammar School formal is always a big date on my calendar, and this is one of several sessions I was lucky enough to capture for our 2020 seniors. The owners of Dingles Cafe Bar kindly let Mikaela & Lucas use their beautiful venue for some photos, after which we went to a nearby alleyway and they jumped into their ride for the night - an old school Chevy Impala. I'm sure they had an absolute blast, and the pictures prove it!

Kelly had mentioned the idea of a beach session to celebrate the impending arrival of their second baby, so off I set to scout locations and found these wild sunflowers blooming at the perfect time! We got a great mixture of images among the dunes and at the waterside to celebrate their growing family - it is easy to see how excited Charlotte is to become a big sister alongside proud Dad Chris and Mumma Kelly (who makes pregnancy look so effortless)!

This session is what my photographer dreams are made of! A vintage VW Beetle, rainbow balloon garland and fabulously styled family - what more could you ask for? Cat has always had an amazing eye for colour which really shines through in her family photos each year, and I have loved getting to know the Brown family through their annual sessions. In fact, the boys call me Aunty Maddy now and we finished off their photoshoot with a visit to Baskin Robbins!

The textured boho vibes of this wedding were so soft and elegant, matched perfectly to country venue Lazy Acres and pops of rusty orange throughout the styling. Congratulations Mr. & Mrs. Skoric on finally saying 'I do', it was an honour to be part of such a heartfelt and significant celebration. If ever there was a couple who encompassed triumph through tragedy, these two are it! Jess & Mark's wedding was also featured on Your Queensland Wedding, head over and have a read of their story and all the special details that brought their day together! Venue: Lazy Acres. Videographer: Brandon Lees. Photobooth: The Mobile Studio. Hair: Floss’ Hair Studio. Makeup: Envy Beauty Therapy. Bridal Gown: Mason Bridal Boutique. Groom and Groomsmen’s Attire: Stewarts Menswear. Flowers: Lilly & Lotus. Celebrant: Danielle Hempseed Civil Celebrant. Cake: All That Cake. Styling/Hire Items: Lilly & Lotus, Coco & Bleu, Vintage Hire, Ace Wedding & Party Hire, Personal Touches Wedding & Party Hire, National Hire Supplies & Little Wooden Barrels. Wedding Planner & Coordination: Coco & Bleu. Catering: Dunlop Catering. Entertainment: Dave Dow.

What an honour to capture not only the wedding of one of CQ's wedding planning/styling/coordinating extraordinaires, but simply two such beautiful souls on the biggest day of their lives. Ashlee & Grant put their own twist on the recent burgundy wedding trend by tying in pastel pinks, tulip-adorned florals and rose gold accents - wait, did I mention Grant's burgundy fleck suit complete with black velvet bow tie?! Can't forget the groom, especially one this dapper. Thank you both for having me capture your special day, it was truly an honour - I am so excited to share all the special details and fleeting moments from your wedding. Venue & Catering: The Old Station, Raglan. Celebrant: Friend of the couple. Bride's Dress: Gladstone Bridal Boutique. Bridesmaid's Attire: Gladstone Bridal Boutique. Hair: Classic Hair Design. Makeup: Chamay Brown Hair & Makeup. Florals: Shannon Hawkes Artisan Florals. Groom and Groomsmen’s Attire: Swarv Menswear. Arbour, Styling and Coordination: Indigo Bunting Events. Hire Items: CQ Party Hire, Little Wooden Barrels. Videographer: Levi Appleton Studios. Cake: Family friend.

The bright colours featured in the styling of this day are sure to make your heart sing - and a perfect example of how magic happens when you trust in your vendors to do their job. Plus, leaving experts to work on the details meant Graesenne & Brock were free to party. I was lucky enough to consider these two friends before had the pleasure of both designing stationery for and photographing their wedding - truly an honour! This wedding was also featured on The Wedding Playbook, please pop over and have a read about all the details from their big day! Stationery: Madelyn Holmes Photographics. Venue: Kanangra Heights. Officiant: Brenda Fisher Authorised Celebrant. Flowers: Lilly and Lotus. Cake: A Piece of Cake. Entertainment: Dusty Dreams Entertainment. Transport: Private. Wedding Dress: Mason Bridal Boutique. Bridesmaid Dresses: Forever New, Twosisters The Label, Boohoo. Hair & Makeup: Wink for Hair. Suits: yd. Preparations Venue: Salt Yeppoon.

Sausage dogs, country fields and a super photogenic couple would be the perfect summation of this engagement session. Prue & Alister are such lovely people and I had a blast capturing some fun photos for such an important time in their lives, bring on the wedding in December! If these images are anything to go by, their big day is going to be even more amazing. Makeup: Makeup Artistry by Rachael.

Henderson Park is easily one of my favourite Central Queensland venues, and this wedding - with a refreshing theme of teal, rose gold and white - was such a joy to capture. Cameron handcrafted their beautiful hexagon wedding arbour which was adorned with florals for their ceremony set on the banks of Hedlow Creek. We then headed off with the bridal party for photos, with one of the groomsmen even letting me get on his shoulders for the perfect photographic vantage point - whatever it takes to get the shot, right?! Jodie wowed in her delicate lace gown and full length veil despite near-cyclonic winds on the day - luckily, after seeing the photos she said the sore neck was worth it! Venue: Henderson Park Farm Retreat. Celebrant: Carolynn Farmer. Bride's Dress: Gladstone Bridal Boutique. Bridesmaid's Attire: Gladstone Bridal Boutique. Hair: Mirror Mirror Hair and Beauty Room. Makeup: Bloom Makeup Artistry. Florist: Simplicity Market Fresh Flowers. Groom and Groomsmen’s Attire: Stewarts Menswear. Cake: Hey Sugar. Cakes by Ayden.

This shoot was also featured in the May 2019 issue of ONE+ONE Magazine and Queensland Brides, please pop over and read about the inspiration behind this bohemian wed-fest inspired shoot! Taking inspiration from the 'Living Coral' Pantone colour of the year, myself and a talented group of Central Queensland vendors recently teamed up to create a spectacular wedfest at newly opened events venue Amaroo Valley. Every detail made this shoot a true bohemian wonderland but a few of my favourite details included the mixed fresh and dry florals (including a quirky wedding hat), glamping-style accommodation and wax seal stationery suite. Enjoy! Photography/Stationery: Madelyn Holmes Photographics. Venue: Amaroo Valley. Cake: Caked Cakes. Florist: Shannon Hawkes Artisan Florals. Hair & Makeup: Cutting Edge Boutique. Bridal Gowns: Mason Bridal Boutique. Glamping Setup: Pitch'n Tents. Ceremony Setup: Ace Wedding & Party Hire. Picnic Setup: The Picnickery. Ring Box: Amonie. Models: Emily & Michael.

There are so many reasons to have an engagement session and this gallery is the perfect example to demonstrate. I headed out to Tyneka & Trent's property on the outskirts of Rockhampton, scouted some locations while they got the kids ready and then off we went for a combined engagement-family session in the area they call home. It was a great opportunity for me to meet everyone and make them feel comfortable in front of the camera before the wedding day rolls around, plus - as any parent will know - kids don't always cooperate when you really need them to so this is the best way to make sure those precious family photos are captured!

Ashlee is a talented fellow wedding vendor here in Central Queensland so I felt very privileged when she asked me to capture her engagement photos as well as her wedding to Grant (which is very very soon)! For their engagement session their only special request was to bring the dogs - of course I was happy to oblige - so we headed to the beach, let the dogs explore and set up a little picnic for two as the sun went down. P.S. If you happen to be engaged and reading this, make sure you have a look at Indigo Bunting Events for all your styling and wedding planning needs - this is one tastefully stylish, organised lady! Florist: Shannon Hawkes Artisan Florals. Styling: Indigo Bunting Events/Madelyn Holmes Photographics.