Student Spotlight
Student Spotlight: Georgia Cardy – From Bride to Celebrant with AMC
Based in Sunderland in the North East of England, Georgia Cardy is the creative heart behind Serendipity Ceremonies by Georgia — Georgia trained with The Academy of Modern Celebrancy in 2023 and describes herself as a celebrant who truly loves the joy and excitement that comes with crafting unforgettable ceremonies. In the words of Nat…
Read MoreWhat It’s Really Like to Train as a Celebrant with the AMC
Ever wondered what it’s really like to train as a Celebrant? We’re taking you behind the scenes to share 3 AMC graduate experiences of training with us. We share the highs and highs of following your dream and grabbing life with both hands. Whether you’re looking to bring more variety into your routine, find meaningful…
Read MoreHow it started: Julie’s Celebrant Journey
We’re back with our second installment of our “How It Started, How It’s Going” series, where we revisit conversations with Academy of Modern Celebrancy graduates at the start of their celebrancy journey and catch up with them to see how their businesses have evolved. In this second instalment, we’re turning back the clock to early…
Read MoreHow it’s going: Martin Fox Roberts – The UK’s First Drag Queen Celebrant
Part of our “How It Started/How It’s Going” series exploring the journeys of Academy of Modern Celebrancy graduates When we first interviewed Martin Fox Roberts in 2021, he was just beginning his celebrancy journey with AMC. Now, we catch up with him during an incredible year of achievements – including an appearance on Married at…
Read MoreHow It Started: Looking Back at Martin Fox Roberts’ Journey into Celebrancy
Welcome to our “How It Started, How It’s Going” series, where we revisit conversations with Academy of Modern Celebrancy graduates at the start of their celebrancy journey and catch up with them to see how their businesses have evolved. In this first instalment, we’re turning back the clock to 2021, when recent AMC graduate Martin…
Read MoreJulie Chudleigh’s Journey from Education to Celebrant: Mentor Spotlight
At the Academy of Modern Celebrancy, we take immense pride in our mentors who guide and inspire the next generation of celebrants. Today, we’re thrilled to spotlight Julie Chudleigh, who began as one of our first students and has since become one of our most sought-after mentors. Her story perfectly illustrates how a career transition…
Read MoreSusan McGregor’s Joy-Filled Journey to a Fulfilling New Career
At the Academy of Modern Celebrancy, nothing brings us more joy than witnessing the incredible transformations our students undergo as they step into their roles as celebrants. Each journey is unique, each story inspiring, and we’re passionate about sharing these remarkable tales of personal and professional growth with our community. These stories not only showcase…
Read MoreFrom Dog Grooming to Dream Ceremonies: Julie Goodall’s Celebrant Journey
Who says you can’t teach an old dog new tricks? Julie Goodall certainly didn’t get that memo. After 12 years of helping pooches look their best, dog groomer Julie decided to swap the grooming scissors for a celebrant’s pen, proving that life’s second acts can be just as tail-wagging as the first. Julie’s journey from…
Read MoreA light-filled, creative, gift of a journey: Charlotte Green on becoming a funeral celebrant
Most people assume the role of a funeral celebrant to be sombre and serious, but that’s not the experience of AMC graduate Charlotte Green, who describes her ‘light-filled’ journey of being a funeral celebrant as one that has awoken dormant creativity and as a gift to herself. Charlotte spoke to AMC founder Jennifer Claire about…
Read MoreBecoming a Wedding Celebrant Changed My Life
For Andrew D. Scott, a tall, bearded, kilt-wearing celebrant, the journey to becoming a wedding celebrant has been nothing short of life-changing. His story is one of passion, dedication, and a desire to bring genuine joy to couples on their special day. With a background in auctions, hosting events, and voiceovers, Andrew’s transition into celebrancy…
Read MoreGrief led me to becoming a funeral celebrant
Losing a loved one can often lead people to question what is important in their life. For one single mum, it led her on a journey to her dream career and becoming a funeral celebrant. Theresa Ribeiro is a single mum of three who became a full-time Celebrant in 2021 after training with The Academy…
Read MoreFrom Charity Fundraiser to Celebrant: Interview – A mid-life career journey
Suzie Simmons is a Celebrant from Winchester, Hampshire who trained with The Academy of Modern Celebrancy. She has enjoyed a successful career as a Charity Fundraiser for small to medium-sized regional health-based charities and currently works as a head of fundraising and children and young adult hospice alongside her Celebrancy work. Suzie spoke to AMC…
Read MoreAled Jones on becoming a funeral celebrant at 52
Here at The Academy of Modern Celebrancy, we’ve trained our fair share of award-winning, rockstar Celebrants, but when bone fide global superstar and voice of an angel, Aled Jones, MBE, decided to train as a Celebrant with us, we have to admit, the team here were more than a little bit excited. Aled very generously…
Read MoreLaw Commission Recommendations Published
So the wait is over, the review of the Marriage Act 1949 has been completed and recommendations passed over to government. And guess what? It’s positive for Independent Celebrants in England and Wales and for couples across the country. For 70 years, the marriage act has excluded the recognition of multi-faith, non faith, secular or…
Read More5 Qualities Of A Wedding Celebrant
For most people, they will only choose a wedding celebrant once. This means you should understand and be very much on the same page when it comes to arranging and officiating the wedding. With the power of technology and the internet, there are now so many wedding celebrants available to couples. This means it’s important…
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