It seems like just yesterday that last Christmas was in full swing and yet here we are again!

I would like to wish all of the brides and grooms I photographed this year (and those I am going to photograph next year) a very Merry Christmas and a Happy New Year.

Many relatives will be pouring over amazing wedding photographs and I am glad I had the opportunity to produce them for you all.

Keep an eye out for some new and exciting wedding photography packages that I will be releasing in January 2011.  My new wedding packages will remain extremely competetive and will contain some great new ideas that brides and grooms have suggested/asked for over the past twelve months.  I want my packages to be exactly what you want in a wedding photography package and I want to provide the best value wedding photography in Victoria.  Great wedding photographs at amazing prices.

If you are looking for a wedding photographer around Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula or the Yarra Valley areas, please drop me a line.  I want to photograph your wedding and am willing to provide unbeatable value to do it!  Be amongst those that can brag about your wedding photography… and how much fun it was.

Merry Christmas!

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Yarra Valley Wedding Photographer

Mornington Peninsula Wedding Photographer

Many people ask me in surprise, ”Is there a wedding season?”.  Yes there is, and it has just started. 

Generally speaking, winter is the quieter time of year (although not this year!) and things seem to get busy again around September.  It is little wonder why really, footy finishes and more importantly, the weather improves.

This is an especially exciting season coming up for me with our recent move to Wonga Park which makes Yarra Valley weddings easy.  I have photographed two weddings in the Yarra Valley over winter and look forward to photographing many more.  It really is a beautiful place. 

For anyone getting married on the Mornington Peninsula, I always look forward to returning to my home patch for weddings too.

This weekend is a busy one for me with two weddings to kick it off.  One has to feel for them, I bet they didn’t plan on sharing their weddings with the AFL Grand Final replay!

Bring it on I say.  I love wedding season! 

Regards,

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Allan Cummins Photography has moved!

I am now based in Wonga Park (about 10 minutes from Ringwood and Eastlink), within close proximity to the Yarra Valley.

I will still be photographing lots of weddings on the Mornington Peninsula and will continue doing so.  The advantage of where we are now is we can also service Yarra Valley weddings which is very exciting.

My wife and I are putting the finishing touches on our home studio and will be available for appointments very soon.

So, if you know anyone who is looking for amazing wedding photographs in the Yarra Valley region, please let them know of my services.  Between wedding photography in Melbourne, the Mornington Peninsula and the Yarra Valley, 2011 is going to be a very busy year!

Regards,

Allan

Mornington Peninsula Wedding Photographer

Yarra Valley Wedding Photographer

During our recent move we were without email between the 13th September and the 27th of September so if you tried to send any emails to me during this period please send them through again.

Sorry for the inconvenience but I am now happy to say we are back up and running and able to accept emails again.  How did we do without email years ago?!?!

Now, I need to upload some more amazing wedding photographs to the blog…

Regards,

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Having photographed hundreds upon hundreds of weddings, last Saturday was my opportunity to be on the other side of the camera…

My wife Kym and I tied the knot on her parents property in Wonga Park near the Yarra Valley.

The drizzle managed to hold off and the weather ended up being beautiful.  We had around 100 guests attend and going by the reports, they all had a great time.  Everyone partied on into the night and there were no doubt some sore heads on the Sunday morning.

It certainly is different being the groom as opposed to being the photographer but I enjoyed every second.

Oh, and like everyone says, THE WHOLE THING GOES TOO FAST!

Regards,

Allan

Yarra Valley Wedding Photographer

What an epic week it has been!

3 more weddings booked and a few enquiries that sound like great weddings.  This year is shaping up to be even busier than last and it’s only mid January!

I keep harping on it but if you are thinking of enquiring or booking, get onto it fast!  Dates are getting snapped up quick and as I am the only photographer, once i’m booked i’m booked.

There are still lots of dates available but at this rate they could be gone fast!!!!

Oh, and don’t forget the January special on the half price Hi Res DVD upgrade!

Regards,

Allan Cummins

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Mornington Peninsula Wedding Photographer

Hi everyone,

If anyone knows anyone in the wedding related business that offers a great service, please let me know.   They may be interested in cross linking with www.acprophoto.com 

Please ask them to email me at allan@acprophoto.com

Thanks a million!

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Mornington Peninsula Wedding Photographer

Karen and Daniel recently got married at the Point Addis Flower Farm near Anglesea on the Great Ocean Road.  What a location!

They held the wedding and reception at the same venue.  I would have too given the view that unfolded in front of us!  We made use of the beautiful grounds (a real native Australian look) and even had some local kangaroos turn up on cue for some pics.  We then headed down to one of the beaches at Point Addis for some amazing beach shots.

Given that the holiday township of Anglesea is only 5 minutes away, I expected the beach to be packed because the township itself was and the weather was incredible.  To my surprise, the beach was empty!  We had it all to ourselves!

It was a great day and I am so glad I was the one Karen and Daniel chose to shoot their wedding.  They were great fun.

Here is one of those amazing beach shots…

Wedding Photography at Point Addis, Anglesea. Great Ocean Road.

Allan Cummins

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

For those pet lovers out there… here is a great gift idea.

Pet Portraits by Allan Cummins Photography

 

Pet Portraits by Allan Cummins Photography

Pet Portraits by Allan Cummins Photography

 

 Regards,

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Mornington Peninsula Wedding Photographer

JANUARY SPECIAL!!!

Up until the end of January, any wedding that books their wedding photography with Allan Cummins Photography will qualify for a 50% discount on the high resolution DVD upgrade. 

For those that aren’t technically savvy, having the high res DVD is like having the negatives.  Basically, high res enables you to print enlargements etc from the disc.  They are huge files!  It is a real bonus to have your images in high resolution.

To qualify for the discount, your deposit must be received before midnight on January 31st, 2010.

If you have any questions please call me on 0402 275 713 or email me at allan@acprophoto.com

Regards,

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Mornington Peninsula Wedding Photographer

Sarah and Dave got married at the Cloisters in Toorak College on the Mornington Peninsula on what can only be described as a “damp” day.

The rain didn’t dampen the spirits of the adventurous pair with both keen to make use of the conditions in their photography.  “Go anywhere” bride Sarah showed true grit and armed with umbrella, her and Dave pushed on when many others would say it was just too wet.  Their determination paid off as we got some great shots both at Toorak College and also at Snapper Point in Mornington.  We had Snapper Point to ourselves! 

We got some great wet weather wedding photographs.

Poor weather conditions can provide unique and amazing wedding photos and should be looked at as an opportunity rather than a hinderance.  It’s like these two lived by this mantra! 

Attitude is so important when the weather turns sour and Sarah and Dave along with the whole bridal party were excellent.  We had a lot of fun trying to keep everyone dry and as usual, I ended up saturated!

To you Sarah and Dave, thanks for being so keen and easy to work with.  Your attitudes were fantastic and it was a pleasure being there to photograph your day.   Together we worked through the weather and the end result was worth it.  Thank you to you both.

Here are some pics from the day…

Wedding Photography on the Mornington Peninsula by Allan Cummins

The Cloisters, Toorak College

Toorak College

We had Snapper Point to ourselves!

Regards,

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Mornington Peninsula Wedding Photographer

Hi everyone!

January is a very busy time in terms of bookings.  Booking wedding photographers must be one of those things people think about over the Christmas break.  I was booked for two weddings yesterday alone.

The short story to this is to get in quick if you are wanting to book your wedding photography.  

AVOID DISAPPOINTMENT - BOOK EARLY TO SECURE YOUR DAY!  

If you have a day in mind, call me or email me to discuss availability etc.

Regards,

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Mornington Peninsula Wedding Photographer

Phew!  If that was 2009 it’s done.

What a year!  From a wedding point of view, it was the busiest to date under my name.  A lot of 2009 weddings came from word of mouth which is the best form of advertising.  People are seeing the fun we have on the day and the great photos that follow and telling their friends and family about it.  A lot of enquiries have come via the internet too which has been great.  I have really enjoyed the past year.

Thanks to everyone that used my photography services in 2009.  The type of people that have been booking have been after a relaxed style of photos and have been keen to have loads of fun.  Is this the best type of clientelle to have?  A resounding yes from me!  You all rocked! 

If 2010 is anything like 2009, bring it on!  I’m really looking forward to the rest of this wedding season and into the next.

Thank you all again.

And please don’t forget to tell your friends about Allan Cummins Photography!

Regards,

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Mornington Peninsula Wedding Photographer

On a previous post I told you all about Ange and Ben’s wedding at the Vines in Red Hill and reception at the Rocks in Mornington.  Here are some pics…

Wedding Photography on the Mornington Peninsula by Allan Cummins

If you are getting married on the Mornington Peninsula and want amazing photos, please call me or email me to discuss your photography needs.  Having grown up on the Peninsula I know the area well.  I love photographing on the Peninsula!

Regards,

Allan Cummins

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Mornington Peninsula Wedding Photographer

Hello everyone,

I have been slack on updating my blog recently as I (like many), have been overcome by the mega-month that is December. 

Weddings, editing, enquiries, portraits, CD/DVD deliveries and general photography work made December a very busy month for me and that’s before Christmas and New Year were added into the mix!

I hope you all had a great Christmas and New Year!

Regards,

Allan Cummins

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Just a quick note… 

Happy couple Ange and Ben collected their DVD of images last night and were over the moon.

They were married 2 weeks back at the Vines Restaurant in Red Hill on the Mornington Peninsula in front of around 80-90 guests.  We photographed around the grounds of the Vines and then went to a quiet back road in Red Hill.  The photos are fantastic!  Before arriving at the reception at The Rocks (in Mornington) we visited Mills Beach for half an hour and also Snapper Point.  A busy schedule but worth it.

The two of them along with the bridal party were up for anything and subsequently ended up with close to 600 photos to choose from!  Good luck doing that!   

Ange and Ben, you were a great couple to work with and a whole lot of fun to boot.  The whole gang was great value.  I am glad I was there to capture your day.

Thanks.

Allan Cummins

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

Photos to come…

Hi everyone,

Spring has sprung and cupid must be a busy… whatever Cupid is!  There are loved up couples everywhere looking to tie the knot!  One of the first things newly engaged couples look for is the wedding photographer.

There has been lots of interest in the early months of 2010 and wedding dates are being snapped up fast.  So the moral of this story is if you have a wedding date in mind, get in quick to secure it!!  There are already dates that I am getting multiple photography enquiries for that unfortunately I cannot do as I am already booked. 

If you have a date in mind don’t wait around, act now before someone else snaps it up!

Regards,

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer

I thought I’d start posting some randon photographs i’ve taken that may be of interest to some people.  Subjects will vary,  some of them have been taken with my work camera, some with only a point-and-shoot, some may be of no interest and some may remind you of something once upon a time.

This one relates directly to one of my favourite past times…  kayak fishing.  This has been taken at the base of the cliffs at Black Rock in Victoria (more specifically, Half Moon Bay).  This is also a great wedding location.

Half Moon Bay, Black Rock

Regards,

Allan

Melbourne Wedding Photographer   

Child portraits by Allan Cummins Photography.

Here are some examples of some recent work…

Child Portraits by Allan Cummins Photography

Child Portraits by Allan Cummins Photography

Child Portraits by Allan Cummins Photography

Regards,

Allan

Melbourne Wedding & Portrait Photographer