Barbara and Dimitri’s South Farm alternative wedding was the kind of day that makes us feel so lucky to do what we do. Set on a golden autumnal day, with nature showing off with some magical light. They brought together their South African, Hungarian, and Bulgarian roots in a joyous explosion of culture, colour and personality. As a Hungarian South African myself, I couldn’t have felt more at home! Barbara and Dimitri were referred to us by another amazing couple whose wedding we shot. For us, personal referrals honestly mean everything!
Held in the breathtaking grounds of South Farm, their ceremony was joyous, emotional and authentic. The weather had us all on edge pre ceremony start, but the clouds parted and the sunshine poured in just in time and the rest of the day was just bliss. Barbara looked absolutely phenomenal in her exceptional pink dress, we are absolute suckers for non conventional wedding attire, and this babe nailed it.
After the ceremony, guests chilled in the sunshine with a drink in hand, soaking up the easy vibes of the day. Then we snuck off with these cuties for their couple shoot—holy shit! The light, the love, the backdrop… it was all just an absolute dream. These two are head over heels for each other, and it made for an absolute pleasure to shoot.
The reception was filled with laughter thanks to some hilarious speeches and the joyously chaotic Bulgarian bucket-kicking tradition. Instead of a cake, these legends opted to cut the donut (hell yes!), and then cut the rug on the dance floor like absolute pros.
The dance floor was lit. With a playlist full of pop punk, rock and other personal faves, the energy was unstoppable. At one point I even had to join them on the D floor, as its not very often you hear our fave band Tool at a wedding reception, so it would have been rude not to.
If you’re thinking of tying the knot with your own spin on tradition, South Farm is such a great backdrop for a day that’s full of soul and style. And if you’re into colourful, documentary, alternative photography (with a side of Tool and donuts), we’d love to be there. Let’s make some magic!
Phenomenal Second Shooter for the day: Ellie Gillard
