07/01/2025
What happens when you rock up to a wedding and spot your neighbours in the crowd?
If you’re me, you feel the nerves kick in. I know, I know—performing in front of a crowd is literally my job. But the truth is, I still get nervous, especially when there are familiar faces in the audience. I adore my neighbours, so naturally, I wanted to absolutely smash it in front of them.
But then this happened. While I was prepping my little heart out and downing a whiskey to calm my nerves, even more familiar faces started rolling in—this time, wedding industry peers. Gulp. The stakes went from high to stratospheric in about three seconds flat.
So, what did I do? I dug deep, channelled every ounce of passion I have for what I do, and gave it everything I had.
And here’s the part that made my day: after the ceremony, the photographer (who I respect very much) complimented me on how GREAT the ceremony was. Honestly, it was music to my ears. 🎶
It’s moments like these that remind me why I do this job—it’s not just about the couples (though they’re always my #1), but about creating a ripple effect of joy and connection that people can feel. 💕
So here’s a little confession for you: even seasoned celebrants get a little jittery sometimes. But those nerves? They’re just proof that we care deeply about making each ceremony unforgettable.
Have you ever had to perform or present in front of people you know? Let me know in the comments—I’d love to hear how you handled it! 👇
"Julie is amazing! When searching for our celebrant my husband and I wanted someone who could capture our laid back and fun vibe but also encapsulate the romance and importance of our day and marriage. Julie did this perfectly. From the begging to end working with Julie was a breeze. She put our nerves at ease and made every step of planning our ceremony that little bit less scary and a lot more fun. Julie really captures the importance of individual couples and their relationships. Julie is extremely professional with communication and at the same time felt chatting with an old friend. Thankyou again for our special day." - Sam + Reece
