Helen Dewsnap Celebrant

Helen Dewsnap Celebrant Central Auckland Celebrant who writes modern, engaging ceremonies. Member of Celebrants Aotearoa NZ

� I am creative, warm hearted and open with a cheeky sense of humour!

� All my ceremonies are bespoke. That means they are tailor made for YOU reflecting your personality, values & the vibe of your wedding. I will create a ceremony that will leave your guests saying “that was so them!”

� I speak French & Spanish (& have knowledge of a couple of other languages) I love doing bi-cultural wedding

s or incorporating your family traditions into the ceremony.

� Proud to be a supporter of the LGBTQI community and marriage equality

� A Validated Member of the Celebrants Association of NZ (VCANZ) So you can be assured of my professional conduct and code of ethics.

How beautiful is Payal’s mehndi? I am told that modern Indian brides often have their sweetheart’s name written on their...
29/03/2025

How beautiful is Payal’s mehndi? I am told that modern Indian brides often have their sweetheart’s name written on their hands as part of the mehndi ceremony.
🫶🏽
Payal and Gurdev were married in a short, sweet ceremony surrounded by 4 family members as witnesses. Perfect!

Two hour coffee date went by in a flash with these two fabulous chicks. So nice to have the opportunity to share stories...
21/03/2025

Two hour coffee date went by in a flash with these two fabulous chicks. So nice to have the opportunity to share stories and ideas with celebrant pals.

Today is International Women’s Day. 🏋️‍♀️So it seems appropriate, to highlight some women in the celebrant industry who ...
09/03/2025

Today is International Women’s Day. 🏋️‍♀️
So it seems appropriate, to highlight some women in the celebrant industry who have provided support & kindness when I needed it recently.
Firstly . A big shout out to Marieke who stood in for me back in January, when I had a family emergency & had to rush back to the UK. She made sure that my couple was well supported and that everything was taken care of so they did not have any additional stress on their wedding day. Thank you also to Angela, the bride, who trusted me, when I promised that my back up celebrant was a fantastic replacement who would really honour their wishes & add sparkle to their wedding day.
did just that! 🌟
A big shout out to the other bloody amazing celebrants in my life, who always provide collegiate support, advice, wise words & encouragement whenever I need it! As well as a good dose of laughter. ‘Cos let’s face it, we all need that! 🤣 & are 2 of those celebrants who I often turn to.
Thanks ladies, for being you! 💕

📸 credit .bollen

Proud member of  ever since I entered a profession💚I love the collegiate support, professional development and learning ...
09/03/2025

Proud member of ever since I entered a profession💚
I love the collegiate support, professional development and learning opportunities, and being a part of such a professional organisation.

Look at this gorgeous trio! Lulu is never far behind her mama & papa! She sat on the front row for the best view of her ...
06/03/2025

Look at this gorgeous trio! Lulu is never far behind her mama & papa! She sat on the front row for the best view of her humans. And while Peter and Esther had eyes only for each other, Lulu looked on adoringly as they exchanged their vows! 🐾👰🏼‍♀️🤵🏽

📸credit to Sarah Weber Photography for the fab photos!

This absolutely resonates with me, being a mama of 2 kitties and having had pets that have passed away. They really are ...
05/10/2024

This absolutely resonates with me, being a mama of 2 kitties and having had pets that have passed away. They really are a part of the family and we should honour their memory when they are no longer with us 🐈‍⬛🐾 ❤️

Losing a pet is a deeply emotional experience. For many of us, pets are more than just animals—they are cherished family members, loyal companions, and constant sources of unconditional love. When they pass away, it can feel as if a part of our lives is missing. Holding a memorial service for your pet can be a meaningful way to honour their memory, find closure, and celebrate the joy they brought into your life. Here’s a guide to help you create a heartfelt and personal tribute for your beloved furry friend.

celebrantsaotearoa.co.nz/blog/honouring-the-paws-that-touched-our-lives

First time officiating at this beautiful, chic, intimate oasis in Remuera! Great, friendly, family run team - thoroughly...
05/10/2024

First time officiating at this beautiful, chic, intimate oasis in Remuera! Great, friendly, family run team - thoroughly recommend for your special event ❤️
Congratulations to the happy couple Ashley and Terrence 🥂

I wanted to share this great blog written by fellow celebrant Jane Godfrey. Some useful tips on writing your own vows!ht...
27/08/2024

I wanted to share this great blog written by fellow celebrant Jane Godfrey. Some useful tips on writing your own vows!

https://www.facebook.com/share/p/mYsC1sJcL428JMhC/?mibextid=ox5AEW

After hearing nearly 600 sets of vows in her years as a celebrant, Celebrants Aotearoa member Jane Godfrey has three vow-writing tips for your wedding day.

celebrantsaotearoa.co.nz/blog/top-3-vow-writing-tips-for-your-wedding-day

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL CAT DAY!It felt only right to drink my post ceremony cuppa out of this cup! 🐾Here is some kitty spam...
08/08/2024

HAPPY INTERNATIONAL CAT DAY!
It felt only right to drink my post ceremony cuppa out of this cup! 🐾Here is some kitty spam of my two brats for you! No “crazy cat lady” comments please…! 🐈‍⬛
To celebrate ICD, post a pic of your feline family members in the comments below⬇️

When today’s couple had a tricky situation with their witnesses, the fabulous staff Luxerose Cafe at Parnell stepped in ...
08/08/2024

When today’s couple had a tricky situation with their witnesses, the fabulous staff Luxerose Cafe at Parnell stepped in to help! ✍🏼Thank you for being short-notice witnesses, especially when you were so busy in the café. 🙏🏼
(And a big shout out to LuxeRose - I’ve eaten here on many occasion - gorgeous food! And a beautiful location within Parnell Rose Gardens🌹)

Dogs have featured in many a wedding I have officiated. But it’s not often I have a feline “witness”. 😺Gypsy stole the s...
30/07/2024

Dogs have featured in many a wedding I have officiated. But it’s not often I have a feline “witness”. 😺Gypsy stole the show at her Mum & Dad’s Regsitry Ceremony today! Gotta love a sassy Tortie! 😺Sitting patiently on the legal paperwork (bribed by treats!) until she was ready to “sign”. Was very tempted to smuggle her into my bag…!

CHOSING A CELEBRANT…❤️The blog below (written by fellow CANZ member Anna Flanagan) covers some things to consider when y...
30/07/2024

CHOSING A CELEBRANT…❤️

The blog below (written by fellow CANZ member Anna Flanagan) covers some things to consider when you are searching for a celebrant. ❤️

Planning a wedding is a journey filled with loads of decisions, and each one contributes to the uniqueness of your day. One of the choices you'll make is choosing the right marriage celebrant for you – they set the tone for your ceremony and ensure that your marriage is legal!

So how do you find a celebrant that fits your style, and really connects with you? Here’s some top tips from Celebrants Aotearoa celebrant Anna Flanagan:
celebrantsaotearoa.co.nz/blog/how-to-choose-a-marriage-celebrant

So lovely to hang out with gorgeous Ellie from  I always enjoy spending time with other celebrants, learning from each o...
19/07/2024

So lovely to hang out with gorgeous Ellie from
I always enjoy spending time with other celebrants, learning from each other and sharing ideas. ❤️

Its a wrap! After a busy wedding season, I’m heading off to the UK to see my mama and to have a wee break! (Clients can ...
20/05/2024

Its a wrap! After a busy wedding season, I’m heading off to the UK to see my mama and to have a wee break! (Clients can still contcact me by email.) See ya in a month!

A few more shots of Bex & Gilby’s wedding that I officated back in March. How stunning are these two?  📸 Taken by the ta...
27/04/2024

A few more shots of Bex & Gilby’s wedding that I officated back in March. How stunning are these two?
📸 Taken by the talented Laura from Valo. (valo.co.nz)

Delighted to get this feedback from Nick & Tom. ❤️ Writing a compelling, impactful & personalised ceremony requires lots...
19/04/2024

Delighted to get this feedback from Nick & Tom. ❤️ Writing a compelling, impactful & personalised ceremony requires lots of questions & active listening so that I can bring their love story to life during the ceremony. Nick & Tom were so much fun to work with, I absolutely loved getting to know them & setting the tone for the rest of their wedding day with their ceremony. 🥂🍾

Where is today’s wedding?Answer below if you recongnise this iconic Auckland landmark!⬇️
13/04/2024

Where is today’s wedding?
Answer below if you recongnise this iconic Auckland landmark!⬇️

CONGRATULATIONS NICK & TOM!🥂🍾I loved writing & officiating your ceremony! From the moment I met these two I understood t...
10/04/2024

CONGRATULATIONS NICK & TOM!🥂🍾
I loved writing & officiating your ceremony! From the moment I met these two I understood that laughter was a very important aspect of their relationship! They gave me so much depth of info in their questionnaire (yep, you get a bit of homework if you book a personalised ceremony with me!) so I was able to write a ceremony with humour, romance and playfulness. That captured the essence of who they are. There was a perfect balance of tears and laughter all round! And gentlemen, the vows you wrote for each other were fantastic! 💯 Good job I had a stack of tissues at the ready!
Thanks for entrusting me to tell your story and officiate your big day ❤️
📸Photos taken by Ryan Watts Photo

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