Byron Bay Marriage Celebrant - Michelle Shannon
Welcome to one of the best moments in your life.
Welcome to one of the best moments in your life.
On your wedding day I wholeheartedly believe that you should live in the moments you want to remember forever,
you want to have fun, feel loved and capture the essence of your story.
And, that's where I come in.
As your celebrant, I want you to feel excited about your celebration,
having the freedom and connection to tell your unique story and share your love with those you love.
Fueled by plenty of good coffee and a passion for my role, I spend my days writing and connecting with incredible couples.
Your story, your love, is beautiful and I can't wait to create a ceremony that will lead you into the celebration of a lifetime.
I'm easy-going and warm-hearted and I think I have a knack of making people feel relaxed.
And, I'd love to hear from you - let's get you two married!
Photo - Stephanie and Ash at Fig Tree Restaurant - Photographer Beck Rocchi
On your wedding day I wholeheartedly believe that you should live in the moments you want to remember forever,
you want to have fun, feel loved and capture the essence of your story.
And, that's where I come in.
As your celebrant, I want you to feel excited about your celebration,
having the freedom and connection to tell your unique story and share your love with those you love.
Fueled by plenty of good coffee and a passion for my role, I spend my days writing and connecting with incredible couples.
Your story, your love, is beautiful and I can't wait to create a ceremony that will lead you into the celebration of a lifetime.
I'm easy-going and warm-hearted and I think I have a knack of making people feel relaxed.
And, I'd love to hear from you - let's get you two married!
Photo - Stephanie and Ash at Fig Tree Restaurant - Photographer Beck Rocchi
So this is me
So this is me
Marriage Celebrant, huggable human and champagne lover.
Your wedding day really is an awesome party where you get to marry your best friend and I love being part of that.
My aim is to put your mind at ease every step of the way and make it all so easy for you while creating a memory you will never forget.
My advice to each couple is relax, let go and surrender to the
moments that happen, that are real, true and memorable.
I'd love to hear your story - so let's chat.
If you are coming to Byron Bay we can catch up for a coffee or a vino - alternatively I'm more than happy to call or Skype. Email link
Photos by Beck Rocchi
And this is my little family
And this is my little family
I actually have a bigger version as well, but my 3 grown up step-kids are off living their lives - so it's just my husband Mark and my lovely daughter GG who now live at home. She keeps us both busy with high school, soccer
being her personal UBER and ATM. (#imokwiththat)
I first fell in love with becoming a celebrant when I went to a wedding 18 years ago in Perth, where the celebrant made everyone feel welcome, relaxed and really included us in the ceremony - 'I loved it' and knew I that I could bring that same kind of feeling to Byron Bay and beyond.
Why don't you check out what my past couples have said. Click here
Time line for the Ceremony
3pm Bride walks down the aisle with bridal party
Time line for the Ceremony
3pm Bride walks down the aisle with bridal party
Depending on the season if it is a Summer wedding we normally start the ceremony at 3pm
and in Winter and Autumn 2pm
Keep in mind daylight savings time for those travelling from QLD.
I would like to thank Steph and Ash for sharing their wedding photos with me at Fig Tree Restaurant - by Beck Rocchi
3.05pm Ceremony begins
3.05pm Ceremony begins
CEREMONY OUTLINE
Welcome to Guests and family
The Giving away if there is one - Your love Story is told
The I do's and Wedding Vows are exchanged
The I do's and Wedding Vows are exchanged
When we start to create your ceremony I like to give you lots of lovely examples for writing your own vows. I am always here to help.
I also print them up for you for the wedding day and give you guidance along the way.
Wedding Rings are exchanged
Wedding Rings are exchanged
This is the fun part you know the BIG KISS is coming
You can have anyone give you the rings, groomsmen, family members, friends or even myself.
THE BIG KISS
THE BIG KISS
I pronouce you married
Signing of Official Documents
Signing of Official Documents
There are 3 x documents you will sign after your ceremony
I explain all of these as we travel through creating your ceremony and at rehearsal.
Introducing the newly married couple
Introducing the newly married couple
This is where the fun begins as a married couple as you head down the aisle straight to the champagne.
Why me? Because you should feel like this on your wedding day.
Why me? Because you should feel like this on your wedding day.
Erin and Darren - Fig Tree Restaurant - Photo Nina Claire Photography
Erin and Darren - Fig Tree Restaurant - Photo Nina Claire Photography
Maddie and Nick - Rivermead Estate- Photo Casandra Ladru
Maddie and Nick - Rivermead Estate- Photo Casandra Ladru
Natasha and Kieran at Deux Belettes- Photo Bayleigh Vedelago
Natasha and Kieran at Deux Belettes- Photo Bayleigh Vedelago
Erin Holland and Ben Cutting at Elements Resort - Photo Bayleigh Vedelago
Erin Holland and Ben Cutting at Elements Resort - Photo Bayleigh Vedelago
Emma and Tim at Byron View Farm
Emma and Tim at Byron View Farm
Caitlin and Frances - Harvest Cafe - Photo Shane Shepherd
Caitlin and Frances - Harvest Cafe - Photo Shane Shepherd
Kerry and Kendall at Harvest Cafe
Kerry and Kendall at Harvest Cafe
Maddie and John at Deux Belettes
Maddie and John at Deux Belettes
Dear Michelle, John and I wanted to thank you again for the most beautiful wedding ceremony. We have had so many guests comment on your amazing demeanour
and how you made the ceremony so warm and loving. Thank you for putting into words how we feel about one another. Mr and Mrs Heath xx
Clare and Jordan at Fig Tree Restaurant
Clare and Jordan at Fig Tree Restaurant
From the moment we met Michelle we knew that we had made the right choice of celebrant.
Michelle is professional, warm, friendly, accommodating and fun. We were able to cuddle and hug throughout our ceremony and this made us feel comfortable,
happy and loved. We loved that Michelle stood off to the side of our bridal party, so that the moment was about us, but she was still there when needed.
We are so glad that we chose Michelle to help us enter married life, and highly recommend her to everyone!
Anna and Eric married at Deux Belettes
Anna and Eric married at Deux Belettes
Hi Michelle,
Thank you so much for being a part of our beautiful day. You put our friends and family at ease with the ceremony,
and really channelled the love that we all felt.. Anna and Eric xx
How it all works
We need to say Hi
Let's meet in person if at all possible, say hello on the phone, by email or maybe even a skype call if you wish. You can Email me here
Official paperwork and writing the ceremony
The next step is the initial paperwork and then as we get closer to the wedding we start working on your ceremony. I will help you each step of the way and I will also give you resources to help you out like - vow examples.
Day before the wedding we catch up for a rehearsal
I like to meet you, make sure that all the paperwork is ready to go for the big day and to also walk you and those involved in the wedding ceremony through the flow of the day so that everyone feels confident and relaxed.
On the Day
I will arrive 30 mins prior to the ceremony so I can say hello to the groom and those that may be involved in the wedding and make sure we are all working as a team keeping everyone relaxed, happy and ready to celebrate while we wait for the brides arrival.
And then once you are 'happily married' I will give you both a big hug and ride off into the wilderness and leave you all to celebrate. Easy, Right!
Where will I be standing during your ceremony?
Close by - not far from you - but just out of your photo.
I don't stand in the middle of you both as I want you to have connection -
to put your arms around each other if you wish. Have a sneaky kiss of two - why not! It your day after all and I want you to feel relaxed and enjoy the moment.
Plus you don't really need me in all of your beautiful photos!!
Anna and Henry
Anna and Henry
A love story.. at Summer Grove Estate
So, are you ready to have some fun and make your wedding day the best day possible?
Fill in the form below or pick up the phone and say hello.
0412 649 313
So, are you ready to have some fun and make your wedding day the best day possible?
Fill in the form below or pick up the phone and say hello.
0412 649 313