After nearly 10 years in this area I thought I knew all the lovely places…David & Kristy married at Bermagui’s best kept secret, Bimbimbi House B&B! We were blessed with a typically gorgeous Sth Coast winters day, I tell you this is the BEST time of year to get married!!!
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July 20, 2010 - 12:18 am
Text from Kirsty; “I was up at 8 this morning looking at them and they are amazing! And everyone who has had a look has said the same. Can not wait till we see all the pics so I can start ordering. Your truly a gem! Will be sending you something shortly x thanks Ben
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my response; “I have a big goofy grin on my face 
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Kirsty; “Well you have outdone your self and you u should be smiling. I was upset as no one brought my camera so i have no photos what so ever. You should get the little package by tues at the latest thanks ben x
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I have the best ” job” in the world!!!
Kristy-lee Sherlock
That picture cracked me up lol cant get over how nice the pics are! love them an love u for telling me we had to have ben.. he worked his magic!
Liz Arcus
lovely coverage Benji… i can see why Kirsty loves them…
Natalie Di Petta
Beautiful work Ben…xx
Steven Murray
good stuff Ben
July 21, 2010 - 9:55 pm
To the most amazing photographer I have had the pleasure of knowing!
Ben I can only try in words to thank you for such an amazing day.
When we first decided to get married and have it at Bermagui, I did some research on photographers in the south coast region, I flicked through a few photographers websites and came across to yours it was down! ☺
I linked onto your face book pages and became obsessed with your work checking regularly, I had rung Kimberly and asked if she had known about you and your work and she instantly said “Ben is the best! He did our wedding and all my friends weddings, you have to book him” That afternoon we booked you!
You have been nothing but fantastic from the get go! Leading up to our wedding inviting us to dinner at your place and getting to meet Ripley was a lovely thing to do as this does not happen in Sydney.
The big day!
Just the small things like helping my mum with her corsage before we walked out and taking photos of my Cassie girl! Little things like that I cannot thank you enough and making me laugh with Leanne and working in a professional atmosphere! Just made me settled and glad to have a laugh rather than being nervous.
Being told at the end of the day that no one had used my camera and I had no photos of the day and being in total panic. I have been counting down all this week for the Sneak peek photos and this morning I sat with David and Mum looking I had a tear in my eye seeing the most amazing photos I have ever seen!
I am sorry for this being a long letter but we truly cannot thank you enough, and in words I cannot tell you how thankful we are!
You have given us pictures that we can look back on and reminisce what an amazing day we had and show our children and grand children.
For that I am forever grateful, you have given us more than just photos but memories and everlasting smiles and tears when we look at these photos for the rest of our lives!
You’re a gem Ben and please don’t ever stop giving people the gift of memories and everlasting smiles.
Hope that you will be a part of our lives and maybe one day our families lives providing more unforgettable memories.
Will be in touch soon!
Love always Kristy-lee & David
I just love country folk! Jason & Sharon are marrying a little later in the year and I wanted to get to know them a little better. Their wedding will be on their stunning farm near Bega, will be awesome, if they get that huuuuge shed finished! Was such a lovely afternoon with their wonderful family, thank you all)
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July 21, 2010 - 6:11 pm
Jo Terlich, Glenda McConkey and Rhonda Ayliffe like this.
Gilly Gough Fantastic Ben! Love these : )
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Liz Arcus they will love these Ben.. so special to have a family session such as this on their family farm…. if only more people would take the time to do it … so prescious…
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Steven Murray good stuff Ben
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Liz Nevin Ben, these are amazing. I love your photos – you have a real gift for capturing the best in people and the beautiful landscapes. So glad we used you for our wedding! Hope all is well.
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Sharon Ndreca-Sirl Ben, these are fantastic, I am pleased there were no close ups …. We had a great laugh, and will treasure them. Love them.
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Ben Marden Photography Sharon, I am so excited about your wedding. Thanks so much for all being who you are and sharing this with me. I am looking forward to doing your album!
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James boddington Great stuff Ben!
This album is “Only in Vegas”, Las Vegas is just so silly & crazy it works, not quite sure on what level though…I guess there is something for every one!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:16 pm
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Ben Marden Photography That Brothel sign still cracks me up! Americans really do believe in great service LOL.
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Bianca Dopson hehee Looks like it was a great trip!
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Guy Silvestro Stella says hello
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James boddington God bless America
America is very American, proud & loudly American. Any where else it looks silly, but just seems to work there…
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July 21, 2010 - 6:17 pm
Kimberley Healey Dude who would want to go to America after that slide show pizzas bigger and plumbers get to the root of ur problem hahaha
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Ben Marden Photography hehehehehe!
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Joanne Melbourne Unashamedly so! God Bless America
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Steph Armstrong I suppose we’ve been known to have, on rare occasion, our charms. 
Hearst Castle is the most amazing monument to what you can do if you really want to. What started as a young boys dream became the one of the most amazing private buildings I have ever seen!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:18 pm
Liz Arcus and Megan Marshall like this.
Kym Marson Holy Moly! Awesome.
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Ben Marden Photography Kym if you ever go to California you MUST go and see it!
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Jemma Stark Ben I’ve been years ago, I found the underground tunnels and pools haunting… But the land is just stunning isn’t it?
Big Sur is the most stunning area Nth of LA. Kinda like The Great Ocean Road but only bigger. Everything in America is a bit bigger…
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San Fran, “The Brides of March” !!! We just happened along the most fabulous annual event on our only day in town…How ironic that 2 wedding photographers should stumble along this, what a hoot!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:19 pm
Fiona Elizabeth Izon Avery I like the title of the Album! The photos are stunning as usual
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Tracy Ingram It looks like you had a such a great time! Great images, Ben!
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Ben Marden Photography Thanks Tracey, I would like to say only in America, but Sydney has a huge Gay MardiGra (? spelling) !!!
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Gilly Gough Fantatsic photos Ben – looks like lots of fun!
San Francisco, we only had a very short time in “San Fran”, but got see a bit. I would very much like to spend some more time there. Best of all they seem to LOVE DOGS in San Fran, they where everywhere! I can still taste the baby octopus from the side walk vendors at Fisherman’s Wharf, YUM!!!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:19 pm
Guy Silvestro We’d love to have you back. Looking forward to the brides of march photos.
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Ben Marden Photography Guy they are next! What a hoot !!! Some of my finest bridal photos ever )
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Mel Murray i loved San Fran, it is such a great place…(although your photos are heaps better than mine!!)
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Liz Arcus i love San Francisco
The Grand Canyon…with limited time we took the “soft option” of flying from Vegas. Well it is Grand!!! So glad we did this, another of those must see before you die places.
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July 21, 2010 - 6:20 pm
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Natalie Di Petta Wow Ben, sensational!
Better pop this on the bucket list too :O)
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Liz Arcus yes you do need to do that Nat… the grand canyon was wonderful….
Dan & Kirsty became wonderful friends after I photographed their wedding quite a few years ago. And now there is Sebastian!!! What a cute little man who has a remarkable resemblance to his dad)
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July 21, 2010 - 6:21 pm
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Liz Arcus i am sure Dan and Kirsty will love these Ben….
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Kirsty Neale Love them Ben! Thanks again.
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Daniel Neale Thanks heaps digger…. Love em!!!
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Sue Middlebrook My beautiful family! Thanks Ben.
Viva Las Vegas!!! Vegas is some where you MUST visit at least once before you die!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:21 pm
Mel Murray i agree!! it is a fabulous place!!!
What a gorgeous family. Little Seb has such a wonderful smile and I think he knows it) Thank you guys for a beautiful afternoon with you! And don’t I get just the best locations to play with!!!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:22 pm
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Rebecca Machuret No Ben, thank you, the photos are gorgeous!! Sebi still talks about Ben the photo guy…seems you have a friend for life there! Thank you for such natural photos that are so “us”!!! We will do this again!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:22 pm
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Kelly Tunney ooh, I like
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Brian Chapman love all the hair styliing too! lots of fun hey?
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Gina Last Love love love it Ben! Really appeals to my make-up artist mentality! 
Ummm….hair a little more reminiscent of the 40′s with the victory roll…
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Bianca Dopson Gorgeous Ben. Love that hair!
Greg & Karen married at the lovely Kianinny Resort near Tathra. Karen had a new record of 18 bridesmaids, who felt they should be called a “pride” rather than my suggestion of a “gaggle”…The day was topped off with the most beautiful light down at the beach, I LOVE this time of year! Thanks for showing me lawyers ca…n be so much fun) hehehe
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July 21, 2010 - 6:22 pm
Liz Arcus gorgeous Ben… really lovely heartfelt images….
Man I get to meet the nicest people! What a lovely family, even Daisy the dog is lovely)
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Oh WOW, the most beautiful wedding of Sean & Tara and their 2 best friends Ash & Kelly and celebrant extraordinare Jo Terlich that’s it! Not only that their ceremony was at the prettiest little beach Moon Bay near Tathra NSW. So much fun, so intimate, so special to be a part of….THANK YOU S & T!!!!!!!!!!!!!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:24 pm
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James boddington Beautiful work Ben! Forget about the lap dancing and stick to photography.
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Ben Marden Photography Thanks James ! But a lapdance may change your mind, maybe even your life :0)
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Liz Arcus james that sounds really scary … beware…
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Sue Novak breathtaking….i just love your photography!!!
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Joely Gelme They definately had the three most important ingredients for the perfect wedding ~ best friends, You and Jo!
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Ben Marden Photography Thanks all! Joely what a lovely comment !!!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:24 pm
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Grace Evans Wow it would have been amazing and certainly looks it =] Cant wait to see more =]
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Carly Milahaske My holiday snaps never look like this!
Troy & Hayley returned to their home town of Potato Point NSW. What a gorgeous secret little place! A great day with so many laughs, thanks T & H !!!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:26 pm
Mamo Stewart and Brian Chapman like this.
Liz Arcus cool as usual Benji… good on you… looks like fun !
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Tiara Cleavely-Millwood Absolutely stunning! As usual!
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Ben Marden Photography Thanks Tee & Lizzy !!!
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Sam Arnold Awww – PP is my favourite place in the world! Lovely shots Ben.
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Glenda McConkey love the photos Ben – love Potato Point!!
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Sam & Glenda, know you tell me how nice it is….
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Mamo Stewart There’s a great feeling of the individuals and real living in these shots, lovely to look at. Hope all goes well for them
Tony & Katelyn married a little while ago but after running into Katelyn at Melbourne airport and the best man being the pilot of my plane, I took this as a sign! What an amazing Macedonian wedding, dancing (& a little drinking) went from 9am to midnight, the energy was awesome. I really had a ball and was given nothing but the best, locations, light and couple to play with. Even got one of my WPPI Accolades of Excellence Awarded photos this day! Love my job)
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July 21, 2010 - 6:26 pm
Kane Strous, Georgie Arcus and Robyn Miller like this.
Liz Arcus this is a beautiful wedding coverage Ben and well deserved for the award you recieved. I love the variety and energy you bring and capture in every shoot you do.
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Ben Marden Photography aw shucks Lizzy ) Thank you, means A LOT coming from you!
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Georgie Arcus Must of been my influence of having me assist for the day:-)
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Ben Marden Photography Absolutely Georgie! I would love to have you at every wedding!!!
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Georgie Arcus hehe – I am sure you would do much better without me getting in your way:-)… Take care!!
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Lynley Reid Coles Beautiful Ben, I would love to come out and shoot a wedding with you one day
Every two years the 4 winds Festival is held over 2.5 days in Seaside Bermagui. Luckily I was commissioned for a sunny Sunday with down pours the day before!!! Very mixed line up and many highlights. To be the only one to have unlimited access, my Ninja skills were put to the test, to not be intrusive but still get great shots! It was a great privilege to be so close and “feel” the performers’ passion was a WONDERFUL experience.
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July 21, 2010 - 6:27 pm
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Joanna Townsend These are some really beautiful and powerful pictures Ben! Awesome work!
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Liz Arcus gorgeous coverage …. you worked hard and it shows…..
i bet they will be very happy Mr. Ben…
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Jo Terlich Wonderful Ben! Coincidently I ran into someone yesterday who was at Four Winds on Sunday ….. she was raving more about watching you work than the musicians themselves!
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Glenda McConkey love the pics Ben, once again you worked your miracles!!!
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Ben Marden Photography Thank you all!
Jo I was trying sooooo hard to be “unseen” it is an extremely difficult location with so many things in the way or in the background, difficult light etc. By the end of the day I was covered in mud and dirt! Luckily my Ninja skills are very advanced )
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Jo Terlich Further to the comment was how amazing it was that one second you were there, the next you’d completely disappeared – so I have no doubt that those fab ultra advanced Ninja skills of yours did come in handy …. even if you did get a little grubby!
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Natalie Di Petta Ben, These are beautiful. I can see why it would have been difficult to keep out of the way. Not too many spots to hide. Great job…xx
I am not sure what I have done to deserve such wonderful couples! Greg & Rose had the the most lovely wedding in Foxglove Spires Gardens at Tilba, love that garden! Guys, I am sorry if my innuendo was offensive but looking at the fits of laughter, I think not) Rose thanks so much for being such a perfect subject, what a joy you are to photograph !!!
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July 21, 2010 - 6:28 pm
Rosie Beattie these are amazing thanks ben! we love them!
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Ben Marden Photography Awesome! Feel free to use one for a profile pic ) Such a wonderful, wonderful day, look forward to you seeing the full collection ) Have a brilliant honey moon, let me know when your back.
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Catherine Ellen Really fantastic! Good job, these are wonderful. (PS: If that one of me pulling a face ends up in the album, someone will die haha)
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Ben Marden Photography Thanks Catherine, was so much fun! Rose & Greg have the final say on album photos, but I can use my “influence”….. )
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Robbie May Mate these are unreal. You have talent mate. Well done!!!
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Carly Manning Great photos! It was such a fun day! xx
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Gina Last Beautiful photos Ben ^^ beautiful people…inside and out!
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Tracie Crick gr8 pic Ben
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Ben Marden Photography Thanks all. Robbie & Carly; does the fact you both have the same profile pic mean anything??? So sweet )
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Robbie May HAHAHAHAHAH, still subtle as a sledge hammer Ben!!!!
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Liz Arcus what a great couple and gorgeous photos Ben…
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Carly Manning In his dreams Ben… haha
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Ben Marden Photography Carly maybe I overate my “Love radar”, but then again…
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Robbie May :) that is all i will write!
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James boddington Wow, great work Ben!!!
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Ben Marden Photography Email from Liz the every wedding essential “slightly mad Aunt” she was so cool loved her )
Hi Ben,
WOW the photo’s are amazing!!!
You are VERY talented and you well deserved way more than four awards at that LA thing you went to!!!
It will be SO hard for Ro to choose the MAIN picture for the wall (or where ever)…
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Julie Gardner Absolutely LOVE this album!
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