[holiday] Elke and Terry, Inter Continental, Taling Ngam, Koh Samui

When Elke started contacting me for Terry and her holiday photography, I instantly liked her. She had such a nice personality and talked about Terry like he means the world to her.  We planned to meet before their photography session to chat and get to know each other and I couldn't wait for it!

I walked to their hotel one night and took them to Mini Bar as they were coincidentally staying near there, and we all clicked right away. Terry is clearly a gentleman and I can see why Elke is so smitten! This is actually their first overseas holiday together (if we don't count Macau, said Terry), and I loved hearing about all the fun they got up to.

Elke and Terry, if I ever get over to Hong Kong I'll surely be sending you an email. It was soo fun to get to photograph you two, and I can't wait to catch up next time I see you. In Thailand or Hong Kong!


holiday photography, sweet couple, hong kong, romantic, beautiful light, sunlight, trees, Taling Ngam, Inter Continental Koh Samui, Thailand photography


couple, blue sky, palm trees, romantic, beautiful photograph, photo, photography, beach, Inter Continental Samui


beautiful couple photo, Koh Samui, Inter Continental holiday photo, Thailand, sweet, romantic, romance


holiday photography on Inter Continental Samui pier, waters edge, by the water, nautical, sweet, romantic, beautiful, light, sun, sunny, hot, Koh Samui, Thailand


Koh Samui holiday photo, photography Thailand, photographer, nautical, on the pier, Inter Continental Koh Samui


couple walking and holding hands, cute, romantic, sweet, lovely, beautiful, photos on a pier, Inter Continantal Koh Samui, Thailand


woman's dress details, light, beautiful photography, pier, Koh Samui holiday photos


 holiday photography in the water, couple standing in the sea, beautiful light, romantic, sweet, cute, Koh Samui Thailand


holiday photography in the water, couple in the sea, beautiful light, romantic, sweet, cute, Koh Samui Thailand, woman being lifted in the sea,



Romantic holiay photos, Koh Samui, Thailand, couple sitting in the sea watching the sunset


beautiful holiday photo, couple sitting in the water with sunset, romantic, sweet, Koh Samui, Thailand


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[wedding] Ha and Chris, The Residence 1 - Miskawaan, Koh Samui, Thailand

I knew I would love working with Chris and Ha as soon as I met them and found out they're Australian, and my feelings were reinforced on their special day. I love being surrounded by a bunch of Aussies, wedding day or not we've got a lot to talk about ;) Ha was so relaxed spending time with her favorite women all getting ready together, including Chris's mum, whom Ha helped do her makeup. Chris and the guys were at ease watching sports and having some beers while getting ready. Then they fell into each others arm like naturals, not even taking notice of the camera and just enjoying and savoring the moments together after their ceremony.

Ha and Chris, thank you so much for choosing me to be your wedding photographer in Thailand. I loved every minute of spending your wedding day with you and your families, you were so much fun!



Wedding Dress and Shoes styled, wedding details Koh Samui, Miskawaan 

Ha and Chris decided to stay and have their ceremony at the beautiful brand new The Residence 1, of Miskawaan Villas in Maenam. It proved to be the perfect backdrop for these two and their lovely families and close friends to spend the afternoon and night celebrating away.

Koh Samui wedding rings on beautiful flowers, white orchids
 

bride getting ready, Koh Samui wedding, Miskawaan, The Residence 1,

I couldn't get over Ha's amazing choice of flowers for her and her bridesmaids bouquets. I simply fell in love with these huge open orchids.

Bridal party bouquets, white orchids, Miskawaan Wedding, The Residence 1

Chris cleaned up quite well and I had a great time getting some quick shots of him and his mates. 

Groom & groomsmen getting ready, Koh Samui wedding


Groom's watch, Koh Samui Wedding, Miskawaan


Groom and Groomsmen portrait, The Residence 1 Wedding, Miskawaan

Ha and Chris chose Natalie of Partners  (who is also a long time friend of theirs) for their planning and decorations, and I have to say I loved every detail as they all came together to represent Ha and Chris's style; relaxed and laid back, yet fun, classy and beautiful.

 Wedding details, Lotus flowers floating in pond, Miskawaan, The Residence 1 Wedding, Koh Samui


Ring bearer playing on mobile, Child, Young boy, Koh Samui Wedding


Bride getting ready, into wedding dress, beautiful, Miskawaan Wedding, Koh Samui


Ceremony setting, Chiavari Chairs, Tiffany Chairs, ceremony on the beach, Koh Samui, Maenam Wedding, wedding


Bride walking down the aisle, Miskawaan The Residence 1 wedding, Koh Samui, Maenam

I couldn't get over Ha's lovely and infectious laugh, I loved it! Doesn't she look so beautiful here as well?

Bride laughing, beautiful Maenam Koh Samui Wedding


Wedding ceremony, The Residence 1, Miskawaan Wedding, Koh Samui, Thailand

It was so easy spending time alone with Ha and Chris during their wedding portraits, I hardly had to tell them to do anything, they are just so in love and couldn't even stop being cute for one minute :)

Bride and groom portraits, in love, just married, Koh Samui, Miskawaan Wedding


Bride and groom portraits, love, Koh Samui, Kiss, Miskawaan Wedding


 Bride and Groom attire, bride's bouquet, wide orchids, groom's black tie, Koh Samui Wedding


Bride and Groom in love, smiling, wedding in Thailand, couple, love, beautiful, smile, sweet, Koh Samui


Bride and groom portrait, bride smiling, smile, beautiful, Koh Samui Thailand Wedding


Happy groom, Happy to be married, Koh Samui Wedding, Thailand, Married in paradise, Beautiful couple

I love this moment, it's a true reflection of how Ha and Chris love; being side by side each other all the way and having fun at the same time. Beautiful.


bride and groom walking along the beach, Maenam Beach, Just married, beautiful couple, having fun together, wedding in Thailand, Koh Samui

Oh, Ha... you are sooo stunning, I can't handle it. GAH.

Bride on the beach, walking on the beach, Koh Samui wedding
 

Bride and groom kissing, Wedding in Thailand on the beach, Koh Samui, details and planning by Partners

I just LOVE this picture xx

Bride and groom on the beach, love beautiful black and white, Thailand wedding photographer, Koh Samui

This beautiful lighting and villa decoration is all organised, coordinated and done by Natalie of Partners, I think she does such an amazing job at making each location look unique and decorating it to her couple's tastes. 

 Lotuses in pool at night, beautiful lighting on trees, villa decoration, Koh Samui wedding by Partners Samui

Ha and Chris had a classical guitarist playing the most beautiful music during their dinner and in between speeches, it was such an amazing atmosphere being there :)

classical guitar music, atmosphere, guitarist, beautiful, good music, Koh Samui, Thailand Wedding


 Full moon, Thailand wedding, Koh Samui, beautiful, table decorations, planning and decorations by Partners Samui


Speeches, Koh Samui Wedding, Miskawaan, Thailand


bride and maid of honour hugging, love, friends, beautiful, Koh Samui Wedding, Thailand

They cut their cake surrounded by sparklers!

 Cake cutting with sparklers, wedding in Thailand with Sparklers, Koh Samui Beach Wedding, celebrations, love, beautiful
 
 Chris's freinds started singing a song for them to dance to after the cake cutting, and Ha absolutely loved it :)

Bride and groom dance, Koh Samui, Thailand Wedding, in love, fun, beautiful
  
They also opted to have a fireshow, which was a stunning feature and entertainment to add to their evening.

Koh Samui wedding firedancers, fire show, Thailand Wedding, night entertainment.


Fire dancers, Fire show, Koh Samui, Miskawaan wedding, Thailand, entertainment


fire show finale, Koh Samui wedding, Thailand

Ha really wanted everyone to have a good time, and she made sure that happened for all her dear friends and family at the wedding.

 wedding party, celebrating, fun, friends, happy bride, Koh Samui wedding.

I'll end on this note, Ha and Chris kissing under their beautiful firework display. It's so romantic and I'm sure one of their favorite memories. I hope you both enjoy making more amazing ones like this :)


Fireworks, Bride and Groom Kissing, love, wedding in Thailand, Happy couple, beautiful, kiss under the fireworks, Koh Samui

If you'd like to see more of Ha and Chris's wedding feel free to click here, or watch below :)






Happy Sunday!

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