Photograph by 'Webbshots Photography'
Photograph by 'Webbshots Photography'


A COMMITMENT CEREMONY is perfect for those couples who choose not to, or for whatever reason, are unable to be legally married, however wish to declare their love for one another in front of family & friends.

Commitment Ceremonies are also the perfect alternative to Marriage for Same Sex Couples (who under current Australian laws are not permitted to Marry). Couples exchange rings & make vows... everything they would in a normal Marriage Ceremony, including signing their own 'Vow of Commitment' Certificate. It's a beautiful way to take your relationship to that next level!

 

Rituals & readings may be included within the ceremony to give it that personal touch or enable others to be actively involved on the day.


Commitment Ceremonies may also be performed when there are children involved in a new relationship. The step-parent makes vows & promises to take care of the child/children as if they were his/her own.



Ceremony Package Options
I offer 2 package options for Commitment Ceremonies, being the 'Diamond Package' & the 'Platinum Package'. Below is a guide of what is included.

 

My fees & services include the following:

-         Up to three face to face meetings: The first meeting we will we discuss your ideas & requirements, special requests etc, for the creation of your ideal ceremony. The second meeting will be the rehearsal, & the third is the day on which the ceremony takes place.

-        The writing & creation of a uniquely personal ceremony, which highlights your values, feelings & promises to your partner/child.

-         Unlimited contact via email, phone or Australia Post as required.

-         Sample ceremonies, vows, readings, poems etc for your perusal to assist you in the creation of your dream ceremony.

-         Travel where the distance of a return trip from Karana Downs, Brisbane to the venue does not exceed 50km. *(If the distance exceeds 50km, a fee of 60c per kilometer is charged).

-         Use of a state of the art portable PA system with in-built CD/MP3 player (if necessary)

-         Performing the actual Commitment Ceremony on the day.

-         All stationery required.

-        The gift of a beautifully presented copy of your ceremony as keepsake.

-         Presentation ‘Vow of Commitment’ certificate for the couple.

Please note… any additional travel expenses, such as travel over & above the stated 50km, overnight accommodation, flights etc, incurred in relation to the performance of the ceremony will be charged accordingly. Any such additional charges will be discussed & confirmed with you prior to payment of your non-refundable deposit.

 
 

'Platinum Package' Bonus service inclusions are as follows:
      *  A CD containing photos of your guests before the ceremony begins, & immediately after the ceremony is completed… Although I am not a professional photographer, I love to take photos & believe you can never have too many photographs of your amazing day!!! (you can see samples of my photography throughout this website)
   *  Non-alcoholic Bubbly & Champagne Glasses supplied for the couple to celebrate their official new beginning! 
   *  Use of a Beautiful White Feather Pen for signing the legal documents (looks great in photos!), or a slightly less extravagant pen if the feather pen is not to your taste.
    *  Use of a table, & 2 chairs with a white table cloth for signing your certificate.

 

Let the magic of the creation process begin… together we can write a beautiful, fun & unforgettable ceremony!

 

Photograph taken by Me ~ Bev Handley
Photograph taken by Me ~ Bev Handley