Welcome to one of the best moments in your life.

I believe that you should live in the moments you want to remember forever,

you want to have fun, feel loved and capture the essence of your story.

And, that's where I come in.

As your celebrant, I want you to feel excited about your celebration,

having the freedom and connection to tell your unique story and share your love with those you love.

Fueled by plenty of good coffee and a passion for my role, I spend my days writing and connecting with incredible couples.

Your story, your love, is beautiful and I can't wait to create a ceremony that will lead you into the celebration of a lifetime.

I'm easy-going and warm-hearted and I think I have a knack of making people feel relaxed.

And, I'd love to hear from you - let's get you two married!

Photo - Olivia and Hendy at Forget Me Not Weddings - Photographer Bird and Boy Photography

Michelle Shannon Byron Bay Wedding Celebrant

So this is me

Marriage Celebrant, huggable human

and champagne lover.

Your wedding day really is an awesome party where you get to marry your best friend and I love being part of that.

My aim is to put your mind at ease every step of the way

and make it all so easy for you while creating a memory

you will never forget.

My advice to each couple is relax, let go and

surrender to the moments that happen, that are real,

true and memorable.

I'd love to hear your story - so let's chat.

If you are coming to Byron Bay we can catch up for a coffee or a vino - alternatively I'm more than happy to call or Skype, Facetime or zoom - Photo Beck Rocchi

This is my family

I actually have a bigger version as well, but my 3 grown up step-kids are off living their lives - so it's just my husband Mark and my lovely daughter GG who now live at home. She keeps us both busy with high school, soccer being her personal UBER and ATM. (#imokwiththat)

I first fell in love with becoming a celebrant when I went to a wedding 18 years ago in Perth, where the celebrant made everyone feel welcome, relaxed and really included us in the ceremony - 'I loved it' and knew that I could bring that same kind of feeling to Byron Bay and beyond.

Why don't you check out what my past couples have said

in my testimonials below.

Steph and Ash

A chance meeting one Summer led to one of the most beautiful love stories of 2022.

Venue The Fig Tree Restaurant

Film by Lemon Tree Film House

Why me? Because you should feel like this on your wedding day.

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TESTIMONIAL - Erin and Darren

Dear Michelle, We appreciate your organisation and attention to detail, making sure everything was in line and accurate beforehand but we also loved your personal touch. Your warmth, friendliness, support and flexibility over the substantial planning process was everything to us and really stood out. Michelle, we think the absolute world of you and feel so grateful to you for playing such a huge part in making something pretty special.

Thank you ! Erin and Darren xxx

Erin and Darren - Fig Tree Restaurant - Photo Nina Claire Photography

TESTIMONIAL - Maddeline and Nick

Dear Michelle, Where do we start!?

WOW! What an amazing ceremony you gave us!

Nick and I both could not thank you enough for the time, planning, warmth and heart that went into our special day. It was truly perfect! The way you delivered our ceremony was a true reflection on us and I can safely say there was not a dry eye in the house! You brought our love story to life and each one of our guests mentioned to us that you had them captivated on our journey. You’re the best! I hope many more couples get to share their day with you too – as we wouldn’t change a thing!

THANK YOU!! Lots of love, Maddie and Nick xxx

Maddie and Nick - Rivermead Estate- Photo Casandra Ladru

TESTIMONIAL - Natasha Schweitzer and Kieran

Michelle married us on a beautiful sunny day at a French chateau hidden in the hinterlands, and we could not have asked for a more perfect ceremony. Michelle is beautifully spoken, gentle and warm.

She welcomed our family and friends, taking everyone

on our journey from tears to laughter—an effortless elegance in her every word. The entire wedding was raving about our ceremony and how perfect everything was, and I do feel that we owe a lot of that praise to Michelle. She fit in as part of the family, and we couldn’t have asked for anything more. Not to mention that she is gorgeous, inside and out. Special thanks to Michelle for sticking with us and being so gracious through cancelled plans during this pandemic.

Natasha and Kieran at Deux Belettes- Photo Bayleigh Vedelago

Michelle Shannon Marriage Celebrant Rabbit and Bear Photography

Amanda and Chris's beautiful Fig Tree Wedding

Erin Holland and Ben Cutting - Elements of Byron Bay

Michelle, you were a simply a joy to work with from day one.

As two fairly time poor individuals, you went above and beyond to make sure we were on track and well prepared every step of the way. Our ceremony was completely personalised and tailored to exactly what we wanted, technically and verbally went off without a single hitch. Thank you for being so engaging and personable

You always remember if a ceremony doesn’t go well,

and Michelle you were absolutely flawless.

Erin Holland and Ben Cutting at Elements Resort - Photo Bayleigh Vedelago

TESTIMONIAL - Caitlin and Frances

"Michelle, the day was brilliant and you were fabulous.

We loved ever minute and were so present with every moment

and didn't want it to end.

Caitlin and Frances - Harvest Cafe - Photo Shane Shepherd

TESTIMONIAL - Kerry and Kendall - photo Possum Creek Studios

"Hi Michelle, I can only thank you from the bottom of our hearts, the ceremony was perfect in so many ways and having you there as our celebrant was the key to that. I am so so glad we came across you, you were the perfect choice for us. I love that you are so friendly and down to earth and had some great suggestions for our day! I have to say we had so many guests comment on what a great job you did (a couple of them even thought that you were one of my friends).

Again a big thanks Kerry and Kendall xx"

Kerry and Kendall at Harvest Cafe