You're Getting Married...!
Congratulations. You've found me! You definitely need a celebrant to be officially official. The rest is up to you and perhaps making your head spin a little. Take a breath, it's all going to work out. My forte is simple, intimate celebrations of love like legals only and elopements. Your ceremony will absolutely set the tone of your day and it is waaaaay too often understated. If you're willing to share a little bit of yourselves and your story, together we can create a heartfelt sentiment that will powerfully connect everyone in attendance- whether it be through remembering aspects of your lovestory, laughter, music, the legals, tears or even champagne. It is my job to help you get the mix just right!
I'll bring my genuine, warm and upbeat energy, powerful words, humour, quirk and passion for engaging with people to the party. I'll look after all the planning, paperwork and legalities - leaving you free to enjoy this moment in time with your biggest love and the most important people in your lives!
About Me...
I became a celebrant because I wanted to share the joy, and let's be honest, so I could have the job title of an official party starter!
I really enjoy getting to know new people and listening to their unique stories.
This inspires me to get the pen to paper and craft it all into something pretty spesh. Everything is better when shared. Being a celebrant has only reaffirmed that love is the truest magic I know.
She/her
Kylie Kennedy Photography
So What's The Process?
FIRST MEETING - Once you have set a date, let's talk.. If I'm available, we will arrange a meeting in person or via video call, to ensure that we vibe!
FIRST TASK - Time to get the legal forms happening. We will go over the structure of a ceremony and what you actually want your day to feel like. I will be getting as much juicy information from you as possible.
Legal paperwork must be completed 31 days prior to your ceremony and no more than 18 months in advance. I will need to sight your driving licence plus birth certificate or passport during this process. If you have been previously married or your spouse is deceased, the divorce decree or death certificate will be required.
THE CREATIVE MAGIC HAPPENS - With all my gathered information, I build your ceremony until you are happy with everything. I will be there to help you with your wedding vows which can feel a little overwhelming for most couples.
THE BIG DAY - I will arrive 30 minutes before your ceremony with my battery operated PA system and my calm, relaxing vibe for you to draw from. I will perform your ceremony and YAY time to celebrate! I will look after the lodging of your paperwork with Births, Deaths and Marriages and can also assist you with applying for your Offical Marriage Certificate.
Fees...
WEDDING CEREMONY: Share how you became a secret alliance. I will be the narrator weaving stories of YOU throughout the ceremony. Personal vows, acknowledgement of parentals, include your bridal party, Creative, individual and unique to you - $2150
REHEARSAL: $150
MARRIAGE CERTIFICATE (applied for to BDM on your behalf): $80
ELOPEMENTS: Beautiful, simple, intimate. Avoid the stress and focus on each other, your love and having fun.Less than 15 peeps - $1500
VOW RENEWAL/LEGALS ONLY CEREMONY: A registry style ceremony - $550 weekday / $750 weekend
BABY NAMING CEREMONY: $550
FUNERALS/MEMORIALS: A memorial will acknowledge the finality of loss, help with acceptance, healing and the realisation that life must go on. They bring people together with love and respect to celebrate and pay tribute to the unique life of the departed. $950
TRAVEL: If I will need to travel more than 50km from the Central Coast, this will incur an extra cost. This will be calculated at around $1.50/km and confirmed upon booking. If further away, an extra charge will be calculated to include flights, accommodation and hire car.
CONDITIONS; 50% non refundable deposit is required to secure your chosen wedding date and time. Balance of total fee payable is required 30 days prior to your wedding date.
Share the joy.
TESTIMONIALS...
I'm not sure I can put into words just how amazing Tara is as a celebrant (and person!) She is the embodiment of love and joy, without being corny or OTT. Tara really took the time to find out what type of ceremony we wanted and created something that was unique to us. We laughed, we cried and we will remember it forever.
Tara - thankyou for not only writing and delivering such a brilliant ceremony, but for making the whole process (pre and post wedding) run so smoothly! You're and absolute gem!
Roshan & Angela, Lightspace
A ceremony that we will forever treasure, and all thanks to Tara! Tara put so much effort into making it so personal and engaging, and was a godsend to calm both mine and my husbands nerves on the day. Tara is truly gifted at what she does and can't thank her enough for making our ceremony absolutely perfect!
Amanda & Chris, The Forest Chapel
I'm so happy we chose Tara as our celebrant for our wedding. From the beginning she was completely understanding of the type of ceremony we wanted. On our big day she delivered! Warm, funny and an all round awesome human. I had so many guests comment on how great she was. It made our day knowing our ceremony was everything we dreamed of!
Jess & Ryan, Forresters Beach
Tara's down to earth, yet super professional presentation + authentic way of being will capture your ♡. Thoughtful, calm + articulate, she radiates a rare kind of wonderful sunny energy. Book her for your special event if you can!
Leigh & Aidan, elopement
Let's talk...
Call me for a chat or even better, let's grab a drink to talk ideas and see if we click! Happy to do a Zoomie but warning, I'm a little awks on video calls. You can also send me an email by filling out your details below. I'm available for weddings, vow renewals, elopements, registry style nuptials, committment ceremonies, baby namings and funerals.
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