Wild Heart Celebrations - Joanne Armstrong

Joanne was very friendly, bubbly, approachable, and funny. I knew on my first phone conversation with her that I wanted her to be my celebrant. In the lead up, Jo was available and happy to help with any questions or to bounce back ideas and on the day, she made our ceremony run very smoothly and was happy to be involved in our non traditional & fun ceremony. She even blended in like a guest on the day which was lovely. I would recommend Jo to anyone who is looking for someone a little different, and more fun than formal.

Joanne Armstrong was a perfect pick as the wedding celebrant for our big day. She put so much work into the build up to the event, sending us through samples and step by step advice to help us design the perfect ceremony and even write our own vows, something that made us both rather nervous, but we were so pleased that we took her advice and made the effort. We decided to go ahead with Joanne even though she lived in Margaret River, we were in Perth and the wedding was in the Ferguson Valley, so logistics were a bit challenging. To overcome the challenges of the distance between us, we organised skype calls so that we could go through all the details and get to know the person we were working with. Joanne made a huge effort to get to know us, and at no point did we feel that we were being squashed into a “cookie cutter” standard ceremony plan, like we did with some of the other celebrants we spoke to. The day itself could not have gone any better and it was just how we imagined it. The ceremony was relaxed and personal, and completely individual - Joanne even mastered an Afrikaans accent to appeal to all the Africans at the event. We have had so many people compliment us on the service, and everyone was astounded that Joanne didn’t actually know us personally. She remembered all the details we had discussed in the upcoming months, and completed in our (rather large) questionnaire, and the only complaint received was that she used material that had been included in the speeches for later that night!

After meeting Joanne for the first time, both Adam and I felt she was the right celebrant for us due to her warm and caring nature. We felt like we were talking to someone we had know for years not a stranger. We also loved her quirkiness as we can relate a lot to it :) Joanne effortlessly made the whole marriage process simple and and easygoing for the both of us and although some meetings were through phone call because of our busy lives, we always felt on track and reassured that things were all in place. Personally, for me I had an issue of picking my father or stepfather that has been in my life since I was 3, to walk me down the aisle. I wanted both of them to have the honour but I was indecisive on what to do because of other's opinion. Two weeks before the wedding, I am on the phone to Joanne about this issue, almost at breaking point and Joanne was able to change my perspective (to not care what anyone thinks and do what makes me happy!) and helped me come to a decision that I knew was right all along. Her words of wisdom reaffirmed what I always wanted despite other's opinions. Joanne was not just our celebrant, she is and always will be a dear friend to us. Our ceremony was exactly what we both wanted. Lovey dovey but not too much, quirky, detailed and above all, personal and very much US. Joanne delivered our ceremony gracefully and put a lot of attention to detail. Majority of our guests said there could not have been anyone better to have done the very important task of marrying us. Thank you dearly Joanne, you made our ceremony very memorable and meaningful for us. We wish you all the very best for the future.

As many soon to be married couples my Husband and I were overwhelmed with decisions to be made and not knowing what in the world we were getting ourselves into! Having Joanne Armstrong as our celebrant felt like we could breathe again! She is kind and confident! She has the answers to questions we didn't even know we had! Her foresight for our ceremony was what really held everything together and gave us room to actually get excited about our wedding! She was not only a leader for when we felt lost she was a friend for when our emotions were getting the best of us! We always felt safe and encouraged to speak our truth and be authentic just as she herself is! And I don't know who else could of still gave a stella ceremony in the mits of a storm! My Husband and I will never forget and always be grateful to this talented celebrant who held our hand through our entire engagement. Thankyou Wild Heart Celebrations!!

We had the pleasure of having Joanne Armstrong as our celebrant for our wedding on February 9th, 2024, and we couldn't be more grateful for her incredible support and dedication throughout the entire process. From the moment we met Joanne, it was evident that she was not only deeply committed to her role but also genuinely passionate about making our special day unforgettable. She went above and beyond to ensure that every aspect of our ceremony was tailored to reflect our personalities and love story. Joanne's warmth, spontaneity, and authenticity shone through every interaction we had with her. She effortlessly guided us through the administrative tasks, alleviating any stress or concerns we had along the way. Her attention to detail and willingness to accommodate our requests made us feel incredibly valued and supported. What truly set Joanne apart was her ability to infuse our wedding ceremony with a unique and unforgettable charm. She brought a level of originality and creativity that left a lasting impression on us and all our guests. Her thoughtful words and heartfelt delivery made our ceremony truly magical and something we will cherish forever. We cannot thank Joanne enough for her incredible dedication, professionalism, and genuine care. Our wedding day would not have been the same without her, and we will always be grateful for the beautiful memories she helped us create. Sincerely, Haidar & Eli