Russian Celebrant

Olga Vartanian is a professionally trained civil marriage celebrant serving couples across Melbourne. Appointed by the Attorney-General’s Department, she provides professional, confidential support and manages the legal paperwork required for marriage, with a commemorative marriage certificate provided. Olga works closely with couples to create personalised ceremonies that reflect their relationship, personalities and wishes. She offers formal or informal weddings in settings such as beaches, boats, headlands and floral gardens, and can conduct parts of a ceremony in Russian.

Her services include wedding ceremonies, vow renewals, commitment ceremonies and baby naming ceremonies. Olga sets aside time to hear clients’ ideas, offers sample wording and materials, and guides couples through creating a ceremony that feels true to them. Her approach combines careful preparation with warmth and flexibility, and she can incorporate family members, including children, into the ceremony where desired. Client feedback highlights her ability to tell couples’ stories, balance heartfelt moments with humour, and make the planning process easy and enjoyable.