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Grounded & Meaningful Ceremonies

Life's significant moments often arrive during times of change - a wedding, a commitment ceremony, a memorial, a naming ceremony, or another important transition. These occasions can be deeply meaningful, yet they are often shaped by tradition, expectation, or a sense of how things are "usually done," even when that doesn't quite reflect the people at the centre of them.

Beyond a small number of legal or practical considerations, there is space to create a ceremony that feels thoughtful, intentional and true to the moment being marked. One that reflects your values, relationships and story, rather than defaulting to a prescribed format.

I'm Diana Fisk, an authorised marriage celebrant with a background in documentary filmmaking, storytelling and creative facilitation. For many years I've worked alongside individuals, communities and organisations to help bring meaningful projects and stories to life. Central to that work has been listening closely, asking thoughtful questions, and understanding what matters most to the people involved.

This is the same approach I bring to every ceremony.

Rather than relying on scripts or formulas, I work collaboratively with the people at the heart of the occasion to create something personal, considered and well-held. While we may not know each other at the beginning, by the time the ceremony takes place my hope is that you'll feel understood, supported and confident that the gathering reflects what matters most.

I am committed to creating ceremonies that are inclusive, respectful and accessible. Having worked extensively alongside people with disabilities and marginalised communities, I welcome conversations about access requirements, cultural considerations and personal preferences so that everyone present can participate comfortably and meaningfully.

Whether celebrating a relationship, welcoming a child, honouring a life, or acknowledging a significant transition, we'll create a ceremony that honours story, memory, connection and change - while also welcoming the wider community of family, friends and loved ones who have come together to bear witness.

Ceremonies I offer

Every ceremony marks a moment of significance.

Some celebrate a relationship. Others welcome a child, honour a life, acknowledge a transition, or bring people together around a shared milestone. While every occasion is different, they all deserve to feel thoughtful, personal and true to the people at the centre of them.

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Weddings & Commitment Ceremonies

Whether you're looking for a simple legal marriage ceremony or a fully personalised celebration, we'll create an experience that reflects your relationship, values and the way you want to mark this moment together.

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Naming Ceremonies

A welcoming ceremony for a child, bringing together family, friends and community to celebrate their arrival and acknowledge the people who will support them as they grow.

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Memorials & Celebrations of Life

A meaningful opportunity to honour a person, reflect on their life, and create space for remembrance, connection and shared stories.

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Life Transitions & Milestones

Not every significant life event fits neatly into a category. I also create ceremonies for personal milestones, commitments, anniversaries, retirement celebrations and other moments of change worth acknowledging.

  • "Diana was so receptive to us and the kind of wedding ceremony we were looking for. She was the perfect balance of character, support and humility to provide our guests with a laugh, yet cast a spotlight on us. Her storytelling ability is brilliant and she did a fantastic job of sharing our love story with our family friends in a style that made sense and suited our personalities. Even the awkward parts of our story she was able to tell so eloquently which made our ceremony feel so beautiful. For two people who really had no idea about weddings, she was a great support and we also appreciated her reading over our vows to make sure we were on the same wavelength before sharing them on the day. Diana really set the tone for the rest of the day and my husband and I were so glad we chose her as our celebrant! We would do it all again if we could and Diana would be right there with us! Thanks Diana!"

    Bridie & Nathan

  • ""We actually spoke to and looked at quite a few celebrants before finding Diana… and honestly, none of them felt quite right. Something always felt a bit forced, scripted, or just not us. From the very first message with Diana, that feeling completely changed. We had a small, relaxed country-style ceremony in Geelong, and Diana ran it absolutely perfectly. Everything flowed exactly as it should, the timing was spot on, and the ceremony felt personal, heartfelt, and completely true to us. The entire experience was smooth, stress-free, and meaningful, and so many of our guests commented on how lovely the ceremony was. If you’re searching for a celebrant and things just aren’t clicking yet keep looking. When you find the right one, you’ll know. For us, that was Diana.""

    Em & Nick

  • "Diana was absolutely amazing! From the very beginning, we approached her with the idea of handling the legal celebrant side of our ceremony while our friend Kylie told our story and she was beyond excited about it. From our first meeting, Diana made us both feel completely comfortable and relaxed. She met with us and Kylie to walk through how the day would unfold and offered guidance on how she could support Kylie in creating the perfect ceremony. Diana provided great ideas and structure while still giving Kylie the freedom to make it truly personal. On the day, the two of them worked seamlessly together, and people are still telling us how incredible our ceremony was. Thank you, Diana, for everything we truly couldn’t have asked for a better person to share our wedding day with."

    Hannah & Chloe

  • "Diana recently officiated our wedding and we could not have asked for more in a celebrant! She was professional, down to earth, understanding and tailored our ceremony to perfectly suit our vibe. We would highly recommend Diana to anyone looking to host any type of ceremony, you will not be disappointed with the magic and personal touch she will bring to your special day!"

    Steph & Nick

Wedding Ceremonies

Legals Only

A simple and respectful ceremony focused solely on meeting the legal requirements of marriage.

  • Completion and lodgement of all required legal paperwork

  • A short legal ceremony (approximately 5–10 minutes)

  • Required legal wording

  • Registration of your marriage

Ideal for couples who are planning their own celebration or who would like the legal component handled separately.

Personalised Ceremony

A ceremony created from the ground up to reflect your relationship, values and story.

Together we'll shape an experience that feels authentic, personal and well held - creating space for both the people at the centre of the ceremony and the community gathered to witness it.

  • A personalised ceremony written from scratch

  • Planning conversations and support throughout the process

  • Story-sharing prompts and guidance

  • Support with personal vows

  • Coordination of ceremony flow and contributors

  • PA system and microphone

  • Completion and lodgement of all legal paperwork

Pricing is provided after an initial conversation so I can understand your plans and tailor an approach that suits your needs.

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Let's Start a Conversation

Whether you're planning a wedding, naming ceremony, memorial or another meaningful milestone, I'd love to hear what you're envisioning and explore how we might create something that feels right for you.