Corinne and Ali

Corrine and Ali exchanged vows in a beautiful, intimate ceremony at St Joseph's Guest House, nestled in the scenic Hawkesbury River area. Just in time for their special moment, the clouds parted and sunshine filled the day for this wonderful couple, who've shared their entire relationship under one roof.

Corrine and Ali's journey began at university, where they first crossed paths living in the same share house. Remarkably, during their initial year as housemates, they barely exchanged a word—mainly because Ali, originally from Iran, was still learning English. It was a shared holiday that eventually sparked their friendship, leading them to this day, four years later, celebrating their marriage.

Every detail of their wedding day was thoughtfully planned, styled, and created by Corrine, Ali, and their families. With heartfelt dedication, they handmade everything—from the delicious food, wedding cake, and ice cream, to the elegant table settings, bouquet, and decorations. Even the honey served alongside cheese on slate platters (crafted by the bride’s father) came from the couple’s own beehives. The same honey featured in a meaningful Persian wedding tradition during the ceremony, where the bride and groom dipped their pinky fingers in honey and fed it to one another, symbolising sweetness in their union.

Congratulations, Corrine and Ali! Wishing you endless happiness together and a wonderful honeymoon in Mexico!

Venue: St Joseph's Guest House

Wedding flat lay by Celeste Hulme Photography (Copy)
White wedding dress on a wooden hanger with small sprigs of greenery on a textured white surface.
Hair stylist working on client's curly hair indoors.
Bride having her make up done (Copy)
A woman assists another woman with a birdcage veil in a room with a hanging wedding dress.
Assorted makeup products and tools on a wooden bench, including brushes, palettes, containers, and a smartphone.
Person writing with a red pen on a piece of paper, next to a wooden table with another handwritten note.
A white lace wedding dress with cap sleeves hanging on a wooden door.
Room with slanted ceiling, people preparing for an event, woman applying makeup, dress hanging, child and woman on bed, window view of trees.
Engagement ring on cushion with small flowers and netting
Three children writing wedding signs with chalk on black placards, reading messages like 'Uncle Ali here comes your girl.'
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Vintage mesh evening bag with metal frame on textured fabric, surrounded by green sprigs and small flowers, along with a pearl earring and a ring.
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Young boy holding a sign with Arabic script at an outdoor wedding ceremony, surrounded by guests seated on chairs.
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Bride and groom at their St Alban’s wedding by photographer Celete Hulme (Copy)
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Table with a bouquet, honeycomb, rock candy sticks, water glass, and brown box
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Bride and groom exchanging rings during wedding ceremony with officiant.
Bride and groom feeding each other in front of a wooden door.
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Bride and groom exchanging vows outdoors with officiant
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A bride and groom walk down the aisle outdoors at a wedding ceremony outside a stone church. The bride is wearing a white dress and holding a bouquet, while the groom is in a navy suit. There are guests seated on white chairs on either side, clapping
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Bride and groom standing together in a forest, smiling at each other. The bride is wearing a white dress and veil, holding a bouquet, and the groom is in a dark suit with a floral tie.
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Bride and groom standing in a wooded area with sunlight filtering through trees.
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Bride and groom kissing in a forest setting, surrounded by greenery; bride in white dress and veil, groom in dark suit.
Close-up of two hands with wedding rings, showcasing commitment.
Bride and groom holding bouquet with protea flowers and greenery
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Man in a suit with a floral tie standing in a forest clearing surrounded by trees and ferns.
Bride in white dress holding bouquet in a forest clearing with sunlight filtering through trees.
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A couple walking hand in hand through a sunlit forest with tall trees and lush greenery.
A couple embraces romantically in a sunlit forest clearing surrounded by tall green trees and ferns.
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Bride holding a bouquet with protea flowers, greenery, and small white blooms in a natural setting.
Bride holding a rustic bouquet with protea flowers in a garden setting.
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Couple walking hand in hand through a forest, woman wearing a white dress, man in a white shirt and dark pants.
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Bride and groom smiling in a forest, groom carrying bride in white dress and veil.
Bride's barefoot next to groom's black shoes, standing on dry grass with fallen leaves.
A bride and groom smiling in a sunlit forest.
Bride and groom standing in front of a rustic wooden barn, with grass in the foreground.
Smiling bride and groom outside near a wooden wall, surrounded by greenery.
Bride and groom kissing on a bridge
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Bride and groom standing on a bridge, embracing, with a scenic natural background.
Bride and groom kissing on a bridge with forest background and sunlight.
Bride and groom standing on a bridge in a forested area, with sunlight casting shadows.
A couple standing on a bridge, casting long shadows on the ground. The person on the left is wearing a dark suit, and the person on the right is in a white dress. They are facing away, overlooking a scenic view of trees and a river.
A couple in wedding attire standing on a bridge, with sunlight illuminating the scene, surrounded by lush greenery in the background.
Bride and groom standing on a bridge, surrounded by trees, with sunlight filtering through.
A couple in formal attire walking across a bridge in a scenic, lush, wooded area, with sunlight filtering through the trees.
Bride and groom on a bridge having their wedding photos taken by photographer Celeste Hulme (Copy)
Bride and groom standing on a metal bridge with trees in the background and a clear blue sky.
Musician playing guitar and singing outdoors in front of stone wall, with speaker and tip sign nearby.
Child hula hooping on grass with a group of people sitting nearby against a stone wall.
Outdoor party scene with beverage dispenser on table
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Decorative fabric bunting and string lights hanging against a clear sky.
Framed chalkboard displaying a wedding schedule of events on a lawn, with timings for mingling, ceremony, drinks, dinner, and dancing.
Assorted olives in a brown bowl with a small dish of garlic cloves on a table.
Outdoor event with a long table decorated with food, drinks, and floral arrangements. People are setting up the table under hanging triangle flags.
Charcuterie board with grapes, sliced salami, and cheese.
Cheese platter with assorted cheeses, grapes, honeycomb, dried fruits, and herbs on a slate board.
Charcuterie board with cheese, grapes, and cured meats
Cheese platter with grapes, honeycomb, and rosemary garnish on a slate board.
A piece of cheese, a honeycomb, and a bunch of red grapes on a dark slate platter.
Outdoor event with people gathered around a decorated table under string lights and bunting, set against a rock wall and trees.
Outdoor event setup with people arranging a long table, decorated with bunting and string lights, on a grassy area next to a stone building.
Honeycomb in a glass dish
Outdoors event at a stone building with a triangular metal roof, surrounded by trees, with people gathered on a grassy lawn, some sitting at tables with umbrellas.
Historic stone building with a triangular metal roof and arched entrance. A sign above the doorway reads 'ST JOSEPHS 39'. Trees and plants surround the structure, creating a natural setting.
Young girl with freckles wearing a dress adorned with ruffles, outdoors in front of a stone wall.
Old stone church with a pointed metal roof and arched window surrounded by greenery.
Large glass jar filled with fruit punch and ice, on a metal stand, with nearby bottles of Smirnoff and James Boag's beer, set on a table with plastic cups.
Wooden box with "27 10" and "Wishing Well" tag, bouquet of pink and white flowers and greenery on top, outdoors.
A basket containing sesame seed brittle and wrapped candies on a table, with a dish of mixed salad and utensils nearby.
Person wearing a hat carrying musical instrument cases outdoors
A floral arrangement in a glass vase featuring an orange protea flower, surrounded by greenery and small white flowers, set on a white table.
Long outdoor table setup with white tablecloth, vases with flowers, plates, and glasses, surrounded by greenery and trees.
Outdoor wedding reception setup with long table, white chairs, floral centerpieces in glass vases, and a chalkboard sign pointing to a dance floor.
A smiling couple at an outdoor event, with string lights, a rock wall, and table settings in the background.
A smiling woman in a white dress seated at a decorated outdoor table with plates and food, with a man standing behind her, dressed in a white shirt and floral tie, against a stone wall backdrop.
Outdoor dinner party with long table, guests eating and talking, decorated with triangular bunting flags and string lights.
Outdoor wedding dinner setup with guests, string lights, and decorative banners.
Outdoor event with people socializing around decorated tables, featuring string lights, bunting, and table settings with food and drinks.
Outdoor dining table setup with white plates, wine glasses, and decorative foliage, surrounded by people mingling.
Outdoor wedding reception with guests and long tables, decorated with string lights and triangular flags, surrounded by trees.
Outdoor dinner party with people seated at a long table, decorated with string lights and triangular flags.
Outdoor string lights and triangular bunting decorations against a sky background.
Three-tier wedding cake with white frosting, decorated with greenery and pink flowers, on a wooden board against a rustic stone wall.
Three-tiered wedding cake with white frosting, decorated with pink flowers and greenery, placed on a wooden slice on a white tablecloth.
Bride and groom cutting a wedding cake together, smiling and standing in front of a stone wall.
A woman in a white dress holding a microphone speaks while a man in a white shirt and floral tie stands beside her against a textured stone wall.
Couple dancing at a wedding reception, woman in white dress, man in white shirt and tie, surrounded by guests at night.
Outdoor dinner party with white bunting decor and guests seated at a table.
A couple dancing at night, woman in white dress, man in white shirt with colorful tie, gazing at each other.
Bride and groom dancing and smiling at night wedding reception.
A couple dancing at a nighttime outdoor event, surrounded by people watching. The woman wears a white, backless gown, and the man is in a white shirt.
A couple dancing closely at a formal event, the woman in a white dress and the man in a white shirt with a floral tie. They are surrounded by other people in a dimly lit setting.
A couple dancing at a night event, with the woman in a white dress and the man in a white shirt and dark tie.
A couple kissing in front of a rustic stone wall. The woman is wearing a white dress and holding a wine glass, and the man is in a white shirt with a floral tie, holding a microphone and a drink.
Two people making a toast with glasses raised, one holding a microphone, in a festive setting with string lights and a rustic background.
Three-tiered wedding cake with white icing, decorated with pink flowers and greenery, on a wooden board.
Outdoor evening gathering with people seated at a long, decorated table under string lights and bunting.
People dining at a long outdoor table with string lights and bunting overhead.
Outdoor dinner party with people seated at a long table, decorated with flowers, plates, and glasses, under string lights at dusk.
Outdoor evening banquet with people seated at a long table under string lights and decorative bunting.
Outdoor wedding reception with guests seated at long tables under string lights and bunting.
Outdoor setting with string lights and bunting flags against rocky background at dusk.
Outdoor wedding reception with guests seated at tables, string lights, and bunting decorations.