Claudia and Matt began their day with a ceremony at St Luke’s Church before heading to Matawhero Winery in Gisborne to celebrate. Golden light spilled over the vines, and the pace of the day stayed easy and grounded. A gathering full of love, good people, and moments that felt effortlessly true to them.

Tennis players warm up on clay courts surrounded by rolling brown hills and mountains in a scenic countryside setting.
Waves roll onto a sandy beach surrounded by brown hills and scattered trees along the coastline on a cloudy day.
Two people play tennis on separate courts viewed through chain link fencing in an outdoor setting.
Silhouettes of people stand on a hilltop against a bright blue sky with scattered white clouds.
View through a series of paned glass windows showing beach views and outdoor furniture at a coastal property.
A casual gathering of individuals sitting at an outdoor dining table enjoying food and drinks together.
Person cleaning windows of a coastal building with ocean views and palm trees visible in the background.
Four lifestyle vignettes showing vintage home decor items including a blue kettle, boots, beige sofa and hands with jewelry.
Two people in white dress shirts stand at a mirror getting ready for a formal occasion.
Groomsmen in matching white shirts and dark pants stand together on a beach boardwalk.
Scenic coastal beach view with rolling hills and turquoise waves lapping at sandy shores on a cloudy day.
Blue-sided cottage with covered porch surrounded by lush garden landscaping on a sunny day.
Two people sitting together in wooden chairs on a sunlit porch overlooking a garden.
Group of friends gather for outdoor dining and conversation on a sunny afternoon at a rustic table setting.
Bridesmaids share drinks and laughter while getting ready in a preparation room.
Food spread on wooden table with phone and notebook, featuring appetizers and wine glasses.
Three friends gather around a dining table on a covered porch enjoying a casual meal together on a sunny afternoon.
Elegant silver bridal heels displayed with white flowers, perfume bottle and wedding accessories on rustic wooden floor.
Collage of wedding preparation moments showing people getting ready in pink and white attire.
A row of light colored formal women's heels neatly arranged on a wooden porch floor against white French doors.
Little girl wearing a floral crown surrounded by people in lace dresses at a wedding preparation.
Wedding party members in white robes help with preparations in a wooden-paneled room.
A person wearing a delicate floral crown and white lace dress is being helped with final touches in a rustic interior.
A series of four interior window frames with sheer white curtains in a dimly lit room creating an atmospheric scene.
Two figures stand in a doorway with white trim, one wearing pink and another with raised arm against dark interior.
A silhouetted figure holds up a delicate lace wedding dress against natural window light in a room.
A smiling bride in a lace-trimmed white wedding dress looks over her shoulder with long dark wavy hair.
Detail shots of a wedding dress back with delicate pearl beading and keyhole closure in natural light.
Two people in white dresses playfully pose in a doorway of white French doors opening to a wooden deck.
A person wearing ballet shoes tying satin ribbons around their ankle during a dance preparation.
A figure wearing a white lace dress and floral crown stands in front of a mirror in a rustic wooden room.
Two people stand in a doorway holding white floral bouquets at an elegant outdoor venue.
Beautiful bride in a white lace dress holds bouquet next to antique white door, wearing floral crown.
Panoramic view of an empty traditional church interior with white walls, wooden beams, and stained glass windows.
Rustic white metal gate opens onto a winding gravel path through a serene country garden setting.
People in formal and casual wedding attire enjoying outdoor and indoor celebrations with intimate gatherings.
Wedding guests seated in church pews watch ceremony with emotional expressions during intimate indoor celebration.
A black and white photo shows the interior of a church with multiple art frames hanging on the walls.
Black and white photograph capturing candid emotional reactions during wedding ceremony in church setting.
Wedding guests are gathered in a bright church sanctuary with stained glass windows and arched doorways.
People gathered at a church for an elegant white wedding ceremony with classic decor and natural lighting.
Wedding ceremony inside a traditional church with arched ceiling, wooden beams and stained glass windows.
A romantic black and white photo series showing couples dancing at an elegant wedding reception.
A bride and groom share their first kiss during a wedding ceremony in a classic white chapel with ornate arched windows.
Congregation members sit in wooden pews during a church service.
A crowd of attentive people sits in rows while listening to a presentation in a meeting room.
Black and white candid moment captured showing joyful laughter during formal event with guests wearing suits and boutonniere.
A couple signs their wedding document at a table decorated with delicate floral arrangements and white lace linens.
Someone signs a document at an event with decorative floral arrangements in the background.
Black and white photograph of a wedding ceremony taking place at an altar with stained glass windows in the background.
A bride and groom joyfully walk down the church aisle after their ceremony while guests look on from wooden pews.
People stand in a church aisle during a traditional wedding ceremony while a couple exchanges vows at the altar.
Wedding guests share warm embraces and joyful conversations during an outdoor reception surrounded by lush greenery.
Happy newlyweds exit a brick church doorway as wedding guests celebrate with confetti in the background.
A series of romantic wedding detail shots showing rings, bouquets and clasped hands in an ethereal light.
People gather outside a small brick church with arched windows and a cross on top for a special occasion.
A portrait photo series of someone wearing a dark suit and white dress shirt against a rustic brick wall background.
Five bridal portraits against a rustic brick wall showcase elegant dress styles and beautiful wedding bouquets.
Bridesmaids in white dresses holding elegant bouquets of white flowers and greenery stand against a brick wall.
Wedding party members in formal attire pose together in front of a brick church with white arched windows.
A row of bridesmaids in pink dresses holding white floral bouquets stand together on a brick building's steps.
Five women in elegant white and blush dresses pose together outside a brick building with arched windows.
Bridesmaids in white lace and pink dresses hold elegant white and blush floral bouquets with greenery.
Groomsmen in black suits and ties stand confidently in front of a historic brick church with white arched windows.
A row of men in dark suits stand against a brick building with arched windows in a black and white photograph.
Groomsmen dressed in black suits stand together against a brick wall with white gothic arched windows.
A black and white photograph shows a line of formally dressed men in suits standing against a brick wall.
Wedding party in formal attire stand together outside rustic brick building on sunny afternoon.
A newlywed couple stands beneath an elegant arched brick entryway during a garden wedding ceremony.
Wedding party walking together outside brick church with arched windows in black and white photography.
Decorative white framed windows adorn the facade of a historic brick building with arched architectural details.
Romantic black and white wedding portrait by arched church doorway with bridal bouquet.
Wedding party members in formal attire stand lined up against an industrial building wall with green siding.
Wedding party stands in line along gray wall for group photo with modern minimal outdoor composition.
A romantic wedding celebration moment with joyful guests cheering in the background at a rustic barn venue.
A vintage style panoramic photo of wedding party members in black suits and formal attire posing against a wall outside.
Bridesmaids in peach-colored dresses pose with white floral bouquets in a sun-drenched vineyard setting.
Close-up view of fresh green cauliflower leaves growing in an organic vegetable garden during summer season.
Two white-dressed figures walking down scenic vineyard rows on a sunny day in wine country.
Rows of lush green grapevines stretching into the distance at a scenic vineyard on a sunny day.
Multiple people sit in a row of chairs against a white concrete wall in a modern architectural setting.
Large panoramic black and white photograph showing a row of people seated on a bench against a wall.
A group sits on a bench against a concrete wall with wooden wine barrels stacked nearby at a winery.
Group of men in dark suits seated on a bench against a white wall in a black and white vintage photograph.
A couple in wedding attire stands against an industrial wall, with the bride holding a simple green bouquet.
Industrial building facade with metal roll-up garage doors and corrugated wall panels.
A couple walks down an urban street with white flowers and elegant attire in front of an industrial backdrop.
A couple shares a romantic kiss against a metal door while confetti falls around them at their wedding celebration.
A close-up view of a white dress and a delicate bouquet of white flowers with evergreen sprigs against wooden walls.
A series of wooden storage crates arranged in a line outdoors against a green background.
A couple in wedding attire walks together outdoors with trees and greenery in the background.
Newlywed couple poses romantically against rustic wooden crates in an outdoor wedding setting.
A couple in wedding attire embraces on a sunlit gravel path surrounded by lush greenery and sparkling bokeh effects.
Newlywed couple walks along a serene dirt path surrounded by lush greenery on their wedding day.
Two figures walk together on a sunny gravel path lined with lush green foliage and trees.
A newlywed couple stands close together with a beautiful white and green wedding bouquet against a blurred natural background.
Close-up view of silver strappy high heel sandal on rustic wooden fence in outdoor setting.
Person in western attire interacts with a beautiful white horse in a rustic outdoor setting with mountains in background.
A couple in wedding attire walks through tall grass on a hillside against an overcast sky.
Two figures walk together on a winding dirt path through dried grass fields under an overcast sky.
Newlywed couple embraces in romantic moment while standing in tall grass field on cloudy day.
A couple embraces in a field of tall golden grass on a misty day, creating a romantic silhouette against the sky.
A couple in wedding attire embraces in a field of tall grass against an overcast sky.
A couple embraces in a sunlit field of tall golden grass during an intimate outdoor photo session.
A romantic black and white wedding photo of a couple embracing in a field of tall grass against an overcast sky.
A couple walks through a golden wheat field on a sunny day with rolling hills in the landscape.
Person wearing brown leather shoes and dark pants sits on a rustic wooden fence surrounded by tall grass.
A couple in wedding attire embraces in a field of tall grass with autumn-colored foliage and mountains in background.
A couple shares a romantic moment together in a monochrome rural setting with wooden fences and tall grass.
A couple walks hand in hand through a rustic outdoor setting with a brown horse following behind them in the distance.
A couple holds hands while walking through a sunlit field of tall dried grass wearing elegant white wedding attire.
A romantic couple sits on a rustic wooden bench in a serene countryside setting during golden hour.
People silhouetted against setting sun walk on dusty country road with rustic wooden fences bordering the path.
A panoramic view of a cloudy sky over rolling hills with mountains and evergreen forests in the distance.
A long banquet table set with white tablecloths and wine glasses extends through an elegant dining room.
Modern cafeteria with wooden tables and black chairs arranged in long rows by metal-clad walls.
Elegant wedding reception table settings and cake decorated with white roses and greenery on display.
A celebratory group of wedding attendees cheer and raise their arms in joy inside a rustic wooden barn venue.
Wedding reception guests sit at long decorated tables during an outdoor celebration at sunset.
A person in a white shirt stands indoors against a wooden wall backdrop textures, looking at a phone with a smile.
A rustic-style indoor venue with exposed beams and pendant lights creates an elegant dining atmosphere.
Wedding reception guests seated at long rustic wooden tables with greenery wall backdrop and elegant table settings.
People sit at wooden tables for a dining event in a venue with large windows and natural lighting.
Wedding guests raise their phones and cameras to capture a moment during an indoor reception ceremony.
Wedding reception tables set with elegant place settings, flowers and glassware in a romantic candlelit atmosphere.
Overhead view of people seated at long wooden tables during a large communal dining event indoors.
Elegant table setting at formal dinner party with white plates and person in black suit reaching for food.
A panoramic view of a large agricultural barn structure with multiple connected sections and open doorways.
Rows of young grape vines growing in a lush vineyard with rolling hills in the background under a cloudy sky.
Neat rows of grapevines extend through a vineyard with grass pathways and forested hills in the background.
Two figures stand between rows of grapevines in a sprawling vineyard with evergreen trees in the background.
Two people walk hand in hand down a vineyard row between green grapevines on a sunny day.
A sequence of images showing groups inspecting grape vines in orderly vineyard rows on a scenic hillside.
Long rows of growing strawberry plants stretch across a green agricultural field on a sunny day.
Couple strolls hand in hand through rows of grapevines in a scenic vineyard on a sunny day.
Two people walk through rows of grape vines at a vineyard during a sunny afternoon.
Happy couple in wedding attire walking through vineyard rows holding hands among green grapevines.
Dramatic moody sky at dusk with layers of dark clouds stretching across the horizon during sunset.
Wedding guests gather at a rustic barn venue for a casual outdoor celebration during daytime festivities.
Elegant wedding table setting with pink floral centerpiece, brass candlesticks, and glassware on white tablecloth.
Someone cuts into a dish at a restaurant table with a menu and wine glasses visible in the background.
Elegant table settings at a fine dining restaurant with wine glasses, plates, and rustic wooden details.
Wedding guests enjoying dinner and speeches at an indoor rustic reception with romantic lighting and wooden decor.
Best man delivers wedding speech at evening reception under string lights at outdoor covered venue.
Reception guests enjoy dinner and conversation at an outdoor wedding celebration under twinkle lights.
Guests stand and applaud during a winery wedding reception with wine barrels and rustic wall decor in background.
A candid sequence of black and white photos showing people laughing and enjoying a meal at a dinner party.
Wedding reception guests smile and laugh together at an elegant candlelit dinner table with pink floral centerpieces.
Someone reads from a paper while gesturing with raised arm in front of a lit Christmas tree during a festive gathering.
Romantic wedding reception celebration with rustic wooden decor and wine barrel vignettes captures intimate moments at sunset.
Guests enjoy a casual celebration in an industrial-style venue with rustic wine barrels and metal walls.
People dancing and celebrating at a dimly lit indoor reception venue with festive atmosphere.
A couple dances together during their wedding celebration while guests watch from the sides of the rustic venue.
People dancing and socializing with live music at an indoor nighttime event with purple lighting and industrial decor.
Wedding guests applaud and cheer during an evening reception in a rustic barn venue with warm lighting.
People gather and dance in a rustic barn venue with wooden barrels and corrugated metal walls.
A couple embraces during their first dance at a dimly lit wedding reception celebration with guests watching in the background.
A couple shares a dance together on the dance floor at a festively decorated nighttime wedding venue.
A couple having their first dance on an outdoor wedding dance floor surrounded by guests and string lights.
Wedding guests dance together on a dimly lit dance floor during an elegant evening reception celebration.
Wedding guests dance and celebrate on a dimly lit party floor with energetic movement and smiling expressions.
Wedding guests dancing enthusiastically together on a festive dance floor at an indoor reception celebration.
Dark ceiling rafters with hanging lights in an industrial warehouse space creating a moody atmosphere.
People dancing and celebrating at a lively indoor event with warm industrial lighting and rustic decor.
A dimly lit storefront glows at night with silhouettes of people visible through the illuminated windows.
A black and white nighttime photograph shows silhouettes of people gathering inside an illuminated rural storefront.