meet the team

Sasha Dobies

Photographer, Art Director & Founder


Founder of Sherbet Birdie Photography and Lovebirds by Sherbet Birdie, she has been crafting vintage-inspired, editorial-style imagery since 2006, capturing over 2,000 clients along the way.

With a passion for intimate, joy-filled celebrations,  she leads the team in creating beautifully styled, stress-free weddings, handling everything from creative direction and set design and photography.

Sasha’s mission is simple: to ensure every couple feels present, celebrated, and truly seen on their wedding day.

Marija Milisavljevic

Venue Coordinator, Hair &
Makeup Artist, & Image Retoucher

With nearly 18 years experience in fashion, bridal, film, and television, Marija’s award-winning artistry has appeared in magazines, on screen, and in celebrated creative projects.

Joining Sherbet Birdie in 2017, she quickly became an integral part of the team, bringing expertise in styling, set design, and post-production.

As the coordinator and brains behind the idea for lovebirds she ensures every wedding runs seamlessly, guiding couples with calm confidence and care, while perfecting each image so they see themselves at their most radiant.

Dianne Murphy

Hair & Makeup Artist, Social Media Manager
& BTS Video Creator

With a background in film and television production, plus over a decade in hair, makeup, and social media management, Dianne brings both professional training and creative vision to Lovebirds. As our Social Media Manager, she captures and shares each celebration with authenticity and care.

Specialising in flawless, vintage-inspired beauty, Dianne’s sharp eye for detail elevates every look. She also films and edits behind-the-scenes moments, adding warmth and personality to your wedding story.

Her experience in plus-size modelling and body positivity helps every couple feel confident, celebrated, and completely themselves, making your wedding stylish, joyful, and unforgettable.

Marie Maait

Celebrant

Marie is an inclusive celebrant with a passion for crafting ceremonies that are bold, joyful, and unforgettable.

An advocate for all unions and a proud LGBTIQA+ ally, she guides couples through the legal process with ease before creating a personalised celebration full of laughter, happy tears, and heartfelt moments.

At Lovebirds, Marie brings colour, warmth, and energy to every “I do,” ensuring each ceremony is as unique and vibrant as the love story it honours

Glenn Esmond

Musician & Performer

With decades of live performance experience, including global tours with The Butterfly Effect, Glenn is a master at creating unforgettable wedding moments through music. Whether it’s a heartfelt acoustic ceremony, a romantic first dance, or a lively reception, his ability to read the room and set the perfect mood is unmatched. With a repertoire spanning soulful ballads to crowd-pleasing singalongs, Glenn ensures every Lovebirds celebration is filled with joy, sincerity, and unforgettable energy.