Top 30 Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley [2021]

Budget Wedding Photography - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

budgetweddingphotography.com.au

0490 340 060

Affordable Wedding Photography With Prices From Just $695

We understand the need for affordable wedding photography services and are pleased to be able to offer professional and quality photography with prices starting at just $695.

All our great value package deals include high-resolution images for you to share, print or even make your own album with.

Is your wedding short and sweet? Do you only require an hour of photography?

Looking for an Elopement Photographer?

Budget photography without being cheap!

We offer professional and affordable wedding photography services.

Please call us on 0490 340 069 if you have any questions about your budget wedding photography.

Mark Teague Photography - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

markteaguephotography.com

0432 304 008

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

• Stunning Photography
• Award-Winning – voted by real brides
• Ranked amongst the best in Victoria year after year
• You will be relaxed, smiling and laughing all-day
• Free consultation
• We use only the best digital equipment
• Competitively priced
• We guarantee you will be thrilled with our work!

About Us

Mark Teague Photography is based in Pakenham, Victoria, Australia, and has been in business since 2009. We are extremely proud of our reputation and the ability to deliver not only stunning photography but a fantastic experience right from the very first meeting through to the collection of your final products.

ABIA Awards

Mark Teague Photography has been a proud top ten ABIA finalist every year since joining in 2012. Mark says, “What makes the ABIA awards system so special is that real brides get to vote for each vendor’s services. For a business to rank well in the ABIA system, brides must be more than happy with your product, service and value for money.”

What to Expect

From this meeting, you will walk away with a complete working timeline of your wedding day. Most couples find this extremely helpful, especially when planning other wedding vendors and all the other important details of their day.

Photography by Sarah Joy - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

sarah-joy.com

418 526 243

Congratulations on your engagement! 

I truly love weddings! My style is natural and relaxed, ensuring your images showcase your personality. I will help ensure you enjoy your special day and guarantee that we will have some laughs along the way. I am patient and gentle, ensuring you are always comfortable and can be yourself. Your wedding album will feature beautiful moments that celebrate your family and reflect your personality.

I will spend time before your wedding getting to know you so that everything that is important to you is captured exactly as you imagined yet. I will scope out all the venues beforehand and find beautiful backdrops that will help your images shine. I will capture all the intricate details that made the wedding you - the invitation, your shoes, the rings, flowers and of course your dress. 

I’d love to help celebrate with you

My wedding day was one of the best days of my life - and yours will be too. Wedding days shouldn’t be rushed, they are the best day of your life, so savouring every important moment, smile, tear, and emotion is what I’ll be capturing for you. You can trust me with your special day, I know how important it is too and will make sure that the photographs showcase every detail. I always go the extra mile & no job is too small. I’m happy to transport the corsages to the boys, I’ll be best mates with the flower girl and page boy, and I’ll make sure your hair and train are always perfect. Thanks for considering me during this wonderful time in your life, and create beautiful family portraits that will adorn your walls for years to come. 

About Sarah 

Melbourne Newborn Baby & Family Photographer 

Hi, and thanks for visiting. I’m Sarah Reilly, a passionate, accredited and experienced baby photographer based in Melbourne who promises to capture beautiful and natural portraits of you and your family that you will cherish forever. 

I specialise in taking timeless photographs of your newborn, baby, family, wedding and birth. My style will relax you, and I guarantee you will have fun – you will never feel rushed, ensuring that your images will be natural. 

I am patient and gentle, ensuring you are always comfortable and can be yourself. I love candid moments that celebrate your family and reflect your family’s personality. 

I have a little baby of my own, Liam - the world’s most photographed baby! 

Session Information

Newborn and family sessions can be hosted in your home or a beautiful leafy park.

My gallery of images can be viewed here, and please see my Information page for packages and other details on sessions. 

I have also prepared a guide on ‘What to Expect in a Newborn photography session and also my tips on ‘What to Wear’ in your family photoshoot. 

My studio is filled with beautiful props for you to choose from, including backdrops, wraps, bowls and cute little outfits. 

Photography Qualifications & Baby Safety

My fascination with photos came about at a young age, receiving my first camera from Santa when I was 8 years old. My passion for photography only grew as I got older, as I developed my craft, starting with film in secondary school to developing via many courses in photographic, digital and graphic design at RMIT. 

Newborn and baby photography is a unique genre which I take very seriously to always ensure the baby is comfortable and safe at all times. Photography by Sarah Joy was established in 2014, however, I have been practising and studying photography for more than 10 years. I have been specialising in baby photos for more than 6 years and have captured more than 400 newborn sessions.

I am a certified member of the APNPI (Accredited Professional Newborn Photographers International) and INPA (International Newborn Photography Association). My wedding photographs have been featured in the Australian Modern Wedding Magazine. I am also a member of Heartfelt, an amazing volunteer organisation providing the gift of photographic memories to families with children who have serious or terminal illnesses.

I have a current Working With Children Check, Senior First Aid & CPR certificate, whilst ensuring that my vaccinations are always up to date. Health and safety are of paramount importance to me, so strict hygiene practices are always maintained.

I have a deep love of learning and am passionate about having the most up to date technical skills and the safest practice for newborn babies. Baby safety is extremely important to me, so I have received intense workshop and 1:1 training from some of the world’s best newborn photographers.

Motta Weddings - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

mottaweddings.com

0402 181 866

MY NAME IS ALEX MOTTA.

I am the photographer behind Motta Weddings. I was born into a loud Italian family of creative minds, from designers to actors. As for me, I have been working professionally as a photographer since 2008. I have captured love stories in different parts of the world, from Australia to Europe and Central America.

APPROACH

To me, the most important thing about wedding photography is not trying to create moments but to capture things in a candid, artistic and natural way.

I am known to work effortlessly, giving a bit of direction if needed but mostly letting the day happen, as it should. For this reason, it’s just me on the day, the fewer people surrounding you with cameras, the better. As much as I feel that the photographs are a big part of the day, to be, working in a way that is unobtrusive is equally as important in capturing the day naturally and allowing you to enjoy every moment.

ATEIA Photography - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

ateiaphotography.com.au

1300 558 446

Melbourne’s Most Trusted Wedding Photographers

Our talented team of professional Melbourne wedding photographers and videographers bring a level of artistic creativity to storytelling by catering to every couple’s individual wants and needs. With 500+ incredible reviews online, you’ll soon discover why we’re at the forefront of the Melbourne wedding photography industry. Offering premium photography at affordable prices, we’re listed as the recommended supplier for the majority of Melbourne’s finest wedding reception venues. We also offer a ‘Book Now & Pay Later’ service, listing all of our prices clearly on our website without any hidden costs.

Best wedding photographers in Melbourne

Allow the team at ATEIA Photography & Video to tell your love story through stylistic and elegant photography at your Melbourne wedding celebration. Combining elements of creative flair with a classic style, our team of wedding photographers will guide you through your special day. ATEIA Photography & Video is made up of a talented team of Melbourne’s best wedding photographers, who know exactly where to be at just the right time.

With over 10 years of experience in the wedding industry, we focus on capturing the most special of interactions between loved ones, ensuring that couples get what they’ve always dreamed of. For the best wedding photography in Melbourne, choose the team that sees the beauty in every wedding; from different cultures, backgrounds and sizes or different locales from urban to a country or rustic, we would love to capture your wedding.

Candid photography that tells a story

At ATEIA, our wedding photographers like to tell your unique story using a candid, natural approach. We believe this is the best way to capture all those intimate and emotional moments that simply can’t be replicated. Most importantly, it is these naturally posed moments that create poignant and visually appealing images that you can look back on for years to come.

Motivated by great lighting, beautiful scenery, and the perfect subjects, our candid wedding photographers in Melbourne will also gently direct you in a range of embraces and stances that will look and feel natural. Relive your wedding day again and again with our candid photography that captures moments rather than structures them.

Professional wedding photography and videography packages in Melbourne

In addition to our flexible wedding photography packages, we also offer wedding videography packages. Please browse our list and select the perfect package for your special day. Our friendly and professional team will interact with you and your guests throughout the wedding day with both charm and ease. We’re proud of the stunning Melbourne wedding photos that we produce at each and every wedding, which is why so many couples put their faith in ATEIA and trust that we’ll go above and beyond in every way.

ATEIA Photography & Video is known throughout the Melbourne wedding photography and wedding videography industry for a level of customer service that provides a sense of calm whilst capturing the love and atmosphere within every photograph. Browse our real weddings to view our entire selection of wedding photography and videography services, or submit an enquiry below so we can start planning your wedding today. You can also click on the locations below to discover where we offer our uniquely elegant wedding photography.

Ashleigh Haase Photography - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

ashleighhaase.com

0433 605 501

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY IN THE YARRA VALLEY, VICTORIA & BEYOND.

When you hire me, you don’t just get a photographer. You get a dancefloor-tearin’, canine-lovin’, super-supportive new BFF who also happens to be an award-winning wedding photographer.

With documentary-style snapshots and a whole lot of TLC, I’ll capture every toast, tear, giggle, snort and drunken dance floor lunacy. Organic, authentic moments. Ones that’ll become lifelong memories immortalising the start of your beautiful, little legacy together.

Celebrating lovebirds in the Yarra Valley, anywhere across Melbourne and beyond, I’ll travel anywhere and everywhere for your big bash.

Winery, beach, farm, city, your humble abode, rain, hail or shine, I’ll be there with my party pants on. For the wonderfully weird and wildly in love, I’ll capture your day in a super chill, candid way.

Considering we’re soon-to-be instant BFFs, it’s only fair you know a little about me. A self-proclaimed bucketload of sunshine, I love escape rooms, scenic adventures and drowning in pasta. Oh, and you should probably hide your dog from me if you don’t want your furbaby falling victim to my fanatic adoration.

MEET YOUR WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AND FUTURE BFF

HI YOU, I’M ASH!

Wildly in love? Obsessed with dogs? I’m happy dancing because we’re going to be the next best thing, a killer trio. We haven’t met yet, but I volunteer as tribute to be the third-wheelin’ picture taker on your super-duper special day.

Don’t you worry, being the keen bean that I am, I’ll commit 100000% to make your wedding the most joyous, beautiful and hilarious experience possible. That’s my promise to you.

Here for you and all the good vibes, we’ll make you shine. If you’re feelin’ it as much as I am and ready to say ‘I do’ to my camera magic, chat me up! I can’t wait to talk sh*t over Zoom (because, you know, 2020…ammiright?!)

Matt Elliott - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

mattelliott.com.au

0477 441 457

Hello!

I fell in love with shooting weddings because of the stories I get to absorb. I’ve spent the last 10 years as a photographer capturing and telling people’s stories, and it is truly what fulfils me as a creative.

I create an environment for my couples where they feel confident with themselves and comfortable with me—building a real connection with you so that your photos and film tell your story the way it deserves to be told.

Creating natural and relaxed wedding images and videos for couples who don’t usually feel that way in front of a camera is where I’ve found my joy. I want to help kick off your marriage with a painless wedding day.

Thanks so much for stopping by and having a look at my wedding photography and videography. I hope what you find here helps you to decide on a professional photographer that suits your style and personality. 

I’ve been a part of the wedding photographers that Melbourne has to offer for the past 9 years, and I’ve photographed over 400 weddings all over the city and state. Mornington Peninsula weddings are always really popular, but I’m always up for an adventure to the Yarra Valley and regional Victoria. Being listed as a preferred supplier by some of the top wedding venues on the Peninsula and Melbourne more broadly is a massive honour. 

My Style

Natural, candid, and thoughtful are just three ways to describe my journalistic photography style. I want you to look cool, feel relaxed, and be confident when you’re taking your wedding photos. Too often, wedding photographers shoot photos that suit them and not necessarily the bride and groom.

Together we discuss what’s important to you. I want to know what you want and don’t want from your wedding photos. In touch with what trends and location ideas are top-of-mind in Australia and around the world, I’m happy to share inspiration if need be. We can also have discussions around wedding traditions and whether or not they’re something you prefer. 

Locations

Happy to be full-time as a photographer; I shoot weddings up and down the East Coast of Australia. Happily, this has put me on the recommended suppliers’ lists of many wedding venues. This is in addition to city and regional areas such as the Grampians, Daylesford, and Phillip Island. Originally from Sydney, I moved to Melbourne in 2003 and eventually made the Peninsula my home in 2011.

I’ve been in awe of having beaches, wineries and countryside on my doorstep. Being lucky enough to be one of the wedding photographers Mornington Peninsula has to offer is amazing.

Where do we start? 

How does it all happen? How much do wedding photographers and videographers cost? Lots and lots of questions? Every couple has lots of questions, and I invite them all. In the majority of cases, this will be your first time planning a wedding and probably also your first time looking at hiring a professional photographer and videographer. If you’re reading this section, then that’s a great start.

Matt Elliott

Hey, I’m Matt, and I live in Rye, Victoria, with my two boys and two cats. My eldest, Finley, is 8 and loves his sport. Then there’s Jim, who is 6. A smart kid with a big personality. I have Pong, a needy 13-year-old fluffy lap cat and Daphne, a 9-year-old British Blue, to who I have to steal cuddles. 

My life has been colourful, and so now that I’m in a settled phase as a parent and business owner, I’m soaking in your stories and documenting them in photos and films.

I’m a lover of stories and getting to the nitty-gritty of life. I ask a lot of questions (in part to deflect having to talk about myself) but mainly because connecting with people through their stories has come naturally to me. I’m keen to learn where you’ve come from and the path you’ve taken to get to this point in your life. 

I grew up on Sydney’s Northern Beaches and moved to Melbourne in 2003. I learnt the trade in the film days from my dad, who had a long career as a professional sports photographer. I then worked as a graphic designer before turning my attention back to photography in 2010.

When I got back into photography, I really wasn’t sure what I would do and if it would even be as a professional. All I knew was that it just felt right. I took stacks of landscapes in and around Melbourne and bugged the family to take their photo any chance I could. I contacted some music magazines and managed to score a few unpaid gigs shooting bands and festivals. One of my old mates then asked me to shoot his wedding in 2010, which at the time felt really intimidating. I agreed to do it, of course. 

That wedding proved a massive turning point because I decided to pursue a career as a professional wedding photographer pretty much straight away. Nothing happens quickly, and while I had another business paying my bills, I worked on my wedding business. Eventually, weddings took off, and I stepped aside from my other business. 

I’ve been featured both nationally and internationally with magazines and wedding blogs like Polka Dot Bride, White Magazine, Together Journal and PureWow. I was also very humbled to be asked to shoot the cover of Toast Weddings Magazine for the 2015 edition. Again, it was an intimidating experience, but I was really pleased with the result. 

I was accredited as a professional photographer by the AIPP in 2012, and I’m now approaching 400 weddings in venues all across Victoria and interstate. I’ve learned a great deal about this industry in a reasonably short amount of time. I’ve also met some amazing people that I get to work alongside, such as videographers, bands, DJs and celebrants.

I’ve developed my own journalistic style to document a wedding day. It’s a fly on the wall approach with only a small amount of help with the dreaded ‘posing’ just so that you’re comfortable, natural and feeling confident. I’ve always struggled to have my photo taken, so I know how it feels to have a big camera in your face. I concentrate on creating a relaxed environment for all of us so that it’s a painless process. 

Seeing people’s interest in what I do is really cool, it’s a non-traditional way to make a living, and it needs constant hard work. I’m really proud to see my side hustle turn into a professional wedding business, consistently shooting around 50 weddings every year.

Phenomena Photography - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

phenomena.com.au

03 9867 2250

What was once a dream is now a reality with the birth of the best wedding photography company—Phenomena Photography & Cinematic. Brides have long awaited a Melbourne based boutique wedding company that offers personalised services, striking imaging and gorgeous final productions, all at an affordable price. With combined experience amounting to over 10 years, our wedding photographers and cinematographers at Phenomena Photography & Cinematic are the epitome of a highly stylised approach to wedding photography & wedding videography. Our focus lies on candidly capturing the momentous events throughout one of the biggest days of your life. Using only state of the art technology and techniques, Phenomena wedding Photography & Cinematic is at the forefront of individualistic photography and unparalleled high definition films. Located in the chic hub of South Yarra, Phenomena Photography & Cinematic is well placed to cater for weddings throughout metropolitan Melbourne, Greater Victoria and South Australia. Consultations are free and can be scheduled for the evenings or weekends in our trendy studio.

Phenomena Melbourne Wedding Photography

Who doesn’t like a good picture? One that captures the intimate love you and your family share on your BIG DAY? One that captures the joy, the tears?

We at Phenomena take up the task of bringing your wedding pictures to look like the dream they are. We seamlessly blend into your family. It’s as if we were never there in the first place. What we bring to your table is the perfect mix of life and energy; just what you need to capture the moments you spend with the people who really matter. We let you enjoy your day while we steal candid shots and moments of you and your guests enjoying every bit of your big day.

Ready For Having A Wedding Photography?

Waiting to capture you at your happiest

The flower girl jumping around, the bridesmaids laughing, the bride’s father looking at his beautiful daughter, the couple’s laughter, and their tears. There’s so much happening on the day you are meant to marry the love of your life. As documentary wedding photographers, we capture all these emotions in their truest subtilities. We want the couple to be themselves, relish every second while you trust us to tell your vibrant story.

Millgrove Photography - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

millgrovephotography.com.au

0487 912 193

Yarra Valley-based, photographing weddings everywhere.

Hi, I’m Jon – a multi-award-winning photographer based in the Yarra Valley – but travelling everywhere for weddings.

I have a professional and unobtrusive approach, and I create natural, candid and relaxed images.

My focus is on allowing your connection as a couple to shine through in your images, so if you’d like to catch up on the phone or for a meeting, contact me to have a chat about what you’re looking for from a photographer on your wedding day.

I love the special moments of wedding days, and I’m committed to providing you with beautiful images that capture your big day as it happens, providing you with memories that will last forever.

Jon - a 2017, 2018, 2019 and 2020 (5th place) ABIA Finalist for Wedding Photography, a member of the Equality Network, and Voted #1 Yarra Valley and Dandenongs Photographer in 2017 and 2018 and 2019 Brides Choice Awards.

Having studied photography for three years at University back in the 1990’s, I’ve been a full-time professional wedding photographer for 10+ years, including covering more than 300 weddings.

Married to my beautiful wife Anne, we have two kids at primary school, which keeps us (we’ll, mostly Anne ) very busy.

Thanks for taking the time to read this – I would love to hear from you and some more details about your big day!

Carley Payne Photography - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

carleypayne.com.au

0415 495 068

CAPTURING YOUR PRICELESS MOMENTS & MEMORIES

Your go-to Yarra Valley Wedding Photographer.

No awkward posing, just fun natural and candid photos.

Hey, I’m Carley

A candid wedding photographer based in the Yarra Valley in Melbourne who works hard to ensure not a single important moment is missed. From the excitement of getting ready until the final minutes of the reception, I capture the memories, the love and the emotions of your special day – so you can treasure them forever.

Let’s have some fun & make some magic together!

Carley Payne - Yarra Valley Wedding Photographer

I couldn’t imagine myself having another job, I absolutely love being a wedding photographer!

The ‘taking photos’ part of the job is fantastic, but that’s not all I love about photographing weddings. I love getting to know you and your story. It’s absolutely beautiful seeing the look in your eyes as you walk down the aisle about to join hands with the love of your life, capturing your husband-to-be’s smile as he sees you for the first time in your radiant dress. I love to love and am so thankful to the couples that let me be a part of their special days.

If you would like to have a chat about your wedding, please get in touch. I look forward to meeting you and getting to know you (hopefully over a coffee!)

My Story

I wanted to take this opportunity to introduce myself and let you know how I came to be so passionate about wedding photography.

I’m going to take you back a few years, to 2014 – when How I Met Your Mother sadly aired its last episode on TV, and Flappy Bird was removed from the Apple Store.

On this one particular night, I was talking to an old work colleague who was asking me about my photography business (photographing birthdays). “Would you ever consider photographing weddings?” he asked.

Without even considering the question, I blurted out “NO”.

“Why not?” was his next question. I thought it would be too stressful. Funnily enough, that’s the only thing I remember from that night. That conversation sparked something inside of me, and as corny as it sounds, it altered the path that I was on.

I started imagining what it would be like to photograph weddings, and I received an amazing opportunity to do some assistant work for a successful wedding photographer.

Unfortunately, about a month into this new assistant work, my father passed away suddenly. An absolutely devastating time in my life, but it also taught me so much, helped me grow as a person, and I learned that I could handle anything the world throws my way.

Instead of giving up on my newfound dream, this loss inspired me, wanting to capture special moments for couples with their loved ones – the moments that I could no longer have myself. It taught me that life is precious, and providing memories and moments for people with their families is a passion I needed to pursue.

Family is everything to me, and it’s what drives me on a wedding day and in life in general. I don’t want your memories to be lost, so I’m there for the ENTIRE day. I want you to have fun and look back and remember the whole day, each and every emotion you experienced, as well as all the little things that you missed.

Michael Briggs Photography - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

michaelbriggs.com.au

0421 461 299

I’m a Yarra Valley Wedding Photographer

My name is Michael, but most people call me Briggsy.

Thanks so much for stopping by my website, I’m stoked that I’d even be considered to be a part of your day.

Wedding photography has been my full-time job for over 5 years now, and it still blows my mind that I’ve managed to turn something that I truly love into a living.

Every wedding I photograph, I’m there to immerse myself in the day and become a part of it.

I want to be there to capture all those amazing moments, exactly as they are, and unfold organically...

Hi there, I’m Michael, most call me Briggsy, though. I’m a Yarra Valley wedding photographer, husband to my beautiful wife Kelly, ultra proud father to our little girl Quinn, our new baby boy Klay and our fur baby Ruby, the boxer dog.

Thanks for stopping by and checking out my website.

I think it’s imperative you get to know your photographer, as you’re going to be working very closely with them during the planning & celebration of your wedding day. And I’m definitely not a ‘stand in the corner silently, awkwardly and zoom in’ kind of guy. One of my favourite indirect compliments that I can get from a wedding guest is when they ask me – ‘So, how do you know the couple’? It’s always awesome to be seen like another wedding guest and friend of the couple, and not just hired help.

Corey Wright Photographer - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

coreywright.com.au

0400 401 061

HI! I’m Corey…

Thanks so much for stopping by my website - I’m thrilled you’ve found me.

2020’s been pretty crazy, right? And with so many couples having to postpone their weddings thanks to the C-word, one thing’s for certain: 2021 is going to be huge, and dates for 2021 and 2022 are filling up fast. If you’re keen to see if I’m free for your date, get in touch ASAP so I can check availability for you and send you through all the info, you’ll need.

Your wedding will be an incredible day that will probably feel like it takes forever to plan, only to be over in a flash. Beautiful, natural photos will help your memories of the day last well into the future, beyond your own lifetime.

I don’t do cheesy, and I don’t do posed! What I’m all about is real, fun, authentic moments that happen because you two are in love and will be celebrating one of the best days of your lives! Of course, you’ll probably want a bit of guidance in front of the camera, and that’s also part of my “job” - but all you really need to do is be yourself. Relax, be happy, and be in the moment.

We’ll get amazing photos. Trust me!

You’re probably aware already that I’m a massive supporter of marriage equality - it’s a big deal to me. Since the Marriage Act was (finally) changed, dozens of LGBTQI couples have entrusted me to capture their wedding days, and they’ve been some of the most amazing celebrations I’ve ever been part of. Love is Love!

Anyway, have a look around! You can read a bit more about me here, check out my reviews, see a few featured weddings, learn about my fine art albums, and even get some advice on other suppliers. If you feel a connection with my work, then I’d love to hear from you - drop me a line, and we can tee up a time to chat about how awesome your day will be!

Corey

xo

Mike Semple Photography - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

mikesemple.com.au

0414 547 824

Welcome, and thanks for stopping by. 

I am about capturing human connections in a way that tells a story because we all have stories to share. The heart of every story is the emotive connection between people, with the focus being on love & laughter. This is what I set out to portray in my imagery so that we, as the observers, get a stronger sense of who they are through the images captured.

Since starting my business 23 years ago, I still get excited that I get to capture peoples stories where ever they take me.

I’M MIKE AND I PHOTOGRAPH BEAUTIFUL PEOPLE IN BEAUTIFUL PLACES.

I have a passion for taking creative, beautiful pictures, and every day of photography is different, that’s why I love what I do.

The most important part of the story is you, and I am so grateful that couples trust me to capture their wedding day in a unique way, full of love, where you can just be you.

I love getting to know you and finding out your story, so on your wedding day or engagement portrait session, you feel at ease with me so that you can be just you, and I can give you images that best tell your story. 

I feel very blessed every day to be supported by my wife of 16 years and 4 kids, who I love and adore more than anything, and I really feel like I’m living the dream. You will usually find me hanging out at home, working on some project in the backyard or having a wine(generally a shiraz from the YarraValley) and watching endless series on Netflix when I’m not out capturing other peoples stories.

That’s enough about me; I’d love to hear your story!

Immerse Photography - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

immersephotography.com.au

0488 562 557

Oh, hey there. It’s Genelle here, creator, director and photographer at Immerse Photography. Thanks for stopping by and checking out my little business and some of my epic weddings. It’s pretty special to know that so many people love what I do and invite me to be a part of their amazing wedding days. I am honoured every day to do a job that I love, in a business that I created and meet so many amazing people.

Let’s get to know each other a little more to see if we’re the right fit?

Well, if you’ve liked the look of my photos and my website so far, then I’d say you’re practically guaranteed to like me, as I am someone who strives to inject my essence into everything I create.

I have an enduring love for beautiful things, which has gifted me a great eye for photography, and I do not settle for anything less than perfect.

I carry this with me in my personal life as well. My home is carefully curated to be an ideal blend of both rustic and elegant touches. In addition to interior design, I adore fashion and spend a lot of my free time shopping! And yet, I am still grateful for the simple things; my morning coffee or going on a walk with my dogs. My life is a lovely combination of simplicity and splendour, and that is exactly what I would strive to bring to your wedding.

If you choose me as your photographer for your wedding, you don’t just get someone who will take photos. You get a stylist, a timekeeper, a liason, a problem solver and more. You get someone who is genuinely invested in making this the day of your dreams and has all of the skills to help make this a reality.

Whether your wedding is at a beautiful winery in the Yarra Valley, private property in Gippsland, epic clifftops on the Mornington Peninsula, or hanging out in Melbourne City Laneways, I’m up for the adventure.

Aria Photography - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

ariaphotography.com.au

0427 427 424

FUN & AUTHENTIC WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Based in the Yarra Valley, Aria Photography captures the day you marry your best friend, the epic party afterwards, and all those other amazing moments in between. As a two photographer team, we are driven by capturing every detail, the honest moments in between the moments, and the amazing story of you both woven into your beautiful wedding day. 

hey, I’m sharne, so stoked to have you here!

I’ve been shooting since 2009, but I started Aria Photography back in 2012, and since then have become a busy little studio sitting at the gateway to the Yarra Valley in Victoria. Even though I work here a lot, I still venture across Victoria and interstate to capture loved up couples getting married. 

I love working with people; I’m professional but super down to earth. I strongly believe that it’s just as important to capture images of your family and friends at your wedding as it is to capture you both and your bridal party (which is part of the reason we have a 2 photographer team). Photo time on your wedding day should be fun (no cheesy shit here), and it should never feel like a process. The best time of day for photos is ‘golden hour’, and that would have to be just about my fave place to be, whether it be in a winery or your Mum and Dads 100 acre Farm.

I LOVE when the most “blokey blokes” say to me at the end of their wedding, “wow, that was fun, you felt just like a guest” I feel so grateful to have heard that a lot in over 400 weddings captured.

I think I was always destined to be a wedding photographer, and you will find me wiping tears away behind my camera at most weddings. This “job” (which doesn’t feel like a job at all) gives me life, and I love it!

We are not here to spend the day telling you what to do, the more comfortable you feel in front of us, the better, but if you need some guidance and loose direction, we’ll never leave you hanging.

It’s a privilege to be involved in weddings, and it’s never lost on me the magnitude of what I’m a part of and how important it is.

As well as photographing weddings most weekends, I own Elope Yarra Valley, Valley Loves Wedding Fair and The Virtual Wedding Fair. I LOVE our wedding industry and community and feel really strongly about #communityovercompetition. Some of my best mates in this industry are my biggest competitors; I believe there is plenty of work for us all.

I am…..

A Mum to a crazy and funny little man

A passionate multi-tasker

Coffee addict (almond latte, thanks)

Super close with my family of 6 - family is super important to me

A foodie

Usually dressed in black head to toe

An animal lover - you should totally include your fur baby in your wedding if you want to

A 90’s RnB tragic

Fiercely passionate about my work

The Team

There is always 2 of us capturing your day - I am always your primary photographer. This allows us to capture all the moments you guys don’t see - plenty of candid image goodness. As a team, we’re fun and super down to earth, so you will continue to feel relaxed from the moment we arrive to capture your day.

DUÜET - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

duuet.com.au

0457 499 353

DUÜET – Capture the Real Beauty and Emotion of your Life!

Welcome to DUÜET. We are a Melbourne based Wedding photography and videography studio. Our expert team of photographers, videographers and artists take a unique documentary approach to enhancing and capturing your special day.

Specialising in natural, photo-journalistic and ambient keepsakes, our professional candid wedding photography and videography teams pride themselves on their experience and discretion.

Our brand is inspired by the coupling of the client and the artist. Your collaboration during the photo shoot, along with the creative direction of our team, will produce both stunning photographs and a truly unforgettable experience.

The presentation of a DUÜET Wedding Package leads the way in style using state of the art technology.

Fotogenica Wedding Photography - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

fotogenica.com.au

466 339 350

Hi there, we’re Niki & Harry

We are wedding photographers based out of Victoria’s gorgeous Yarra Valley

This is us (and don’t even ask how many photos it took us to get this one. There’s a reason we usually hold the cameras.... :-P), we are wedding photographers based in Victoria’s gorgeous Yarra Valley region, though we love to travel to lots of other spectacular locations that our country has to offer!

There is truly no better day at work than photographing weddings- the people we meet, the stories we get to be a part of and of course the awesome parties we get to join; what’s not to love?! 

It’s truly the best feeling in the world that people trust us to capture and share in their most momentous occasions on this adventure called life. Everyone’s story is unique and special, and it’s our absolute honour to capture your personal story in images that you can look back on for the rest of your lives. 

Seriously. Best. Job. Ever!

Who are we?  

​She’s Niki. 

Lover of golden light, fluffy dogs and the great outdoors, long dresses that flow in the breeze, road trips, house plants and warm summer nights that are too good to go to sleep.

Part practical planner, part gypsy dreamer.

He’s Harry.

Lover of basketball, weird musical instruments, spicy food, G&T’s with lime, travel adventures and the simple things in life.

Part organised chaos controller, part creative maker.

We divide our lives as evenly as possible between professional third-wheeling with our gorgeous couples and adventuring around Australia & beyond.

We’re not the sorta people who are happy sitting inside on the sofa watching TV for hours on end. If we get a spare weekend, we throw our dogs into our converted Sprinter van and head for the hills- literally! 

On a perfect day, you’ll find us parked up by a beach somewhere, hiking through hills or attending weddings, cameras in hand!

Our Ethos

We are more than just standard photographers. When you book in with us, we don’t just take your money and forget about you. We take the time to get to know you, we chat with you about your plans and passions, so you feel comfortable enough to put your faith in us and let your hair down in front of the camera, showing us the real you.

​We want your time with us to be warm memories that added to the experience of your day or session, making it feel like you had friends there with you, rather than just another vendor that you booked, all the while we capture the photos that you have been dreaming of.

Rick Liston - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

rickliston.com

IS THIS YOU?

• You’re not used to being in front of a camera, and maybe you’re a little nervous about how to act or that you’ll feel weird.
• You just want killer, fun pictures where you can actually feel the emotion, not weird poses that make you cringe.
• You don’t want your wedding day to feel more like a day-long party than a day-long production.
• You would appreciate guidance on timelines, vendors, where to stay and how to get the most out of the day from someone who actually knows.
• Your wedding goals are to marry your best friend, raise the roof and party like it’s the last night on earth.

If so, please allow me to introduce myself...

About Me

I was born and raised in Healesville, and I think growing up in a small town gave me the sole focus of meeting as many people from as far away places as possible. Once I had that mindset, I jumped at every opportunity that came my way to explore, dream and discover.

My first job as a photographer was for a British adventure wear brand with shoots all over the world. It opened my eyes to what was possible and the magic of photography. That a single image could transport you to another place and time and allow you to actually feel yourself in the image. The pursuit of this crazy passion enabled me to witness so many uniquely beautiful life stories that are far more inspiring than fiction.

I settled in Shanghai, as it was a melting pot of interesting people from every culture. One of them, in particular, caught my eye. A drop-dead gorgeous fashion designer from Ibiza, who couldn’t understand a word of my Aussie accent but assumed I must be a surfer (I was careful not to correct her).

After five incredible years in Shanghai together, we moved to Ibiza and had our beautiful daughter, Vedra Jade. As much as we love scooting the streets of the French Concession in Shanghai and swimming in the turquoise waters of the Mediterranean, the Yarra Valley is where we now call home. After seeing so much of the world, there’s honestly nowhere else we’d rather be.

Lost In Love - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

lostinlovephotography.com

We are visual artists inspired by your dreamy ‘lost in love’ moments. 

Devoted to nurturing and respecting your most meaningful day with skilful guidance, our team believe your entire experience is equally important as your final wedding photographs, beautiful memories framed to swoon over for generations to come.

We think our images speak for themselves, and being visual people, we’ve called on our couples, our muses, to help articulate what it’s like to have our team photograph your day.

Valley Peak - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

valleypeak.com.au

0419 529 238

YOU’VE FOUND YOUR DREAM TEAM

With over 700 weddings covered, rest assured that you’ve found the right people to look after you on your big day.

Our approach to capturing a wedding is simple: tell it the way it happened. We’re not in the business of creating the moments - we don’t need to. We leave that up to you. What we will do is make sure we’re there to capture every emotion, every hug, every tear - the whole lot.

We get to know everyone on the day and make sure they’re comfortable with us so that we can blend in. Making sure we aren’t a couple of strangers is the secret sauce for walking away with amazing photos + films. Often you wont even notice that we’re shooting.

It’s that easy.

KYLE

Kyle has been shooting professionally for ten years, and in that time, he has crafted a style of photography that blends his love of photojournalism with nature & people. Whether it’s documenting a wedding or capturing a beautiful landscape - his photos invite the viewer to experience the moment with him.

Kyle is sponsored by Sony Australia as a Digital Imaging Advocate.

His work has also been featured by Apple, Condé Nast Traveller, The Age, The Herald Sun and many more.

STEVE

Steve’s relaxed approach is the secret to getting natural footage of your wedding day. There won’t be any acting or directing, only you enjoying the heck out of yourself.

Steve’s a big family man, so he gets how important it is to capture yours on the big day. The three most important things in his life are his wife, Karina, son, Riley and daughter Kaylee.

SELENA

Selena has been a photographer for as long as she can remember.

She loves what she does. Meeting new people and capturing their love and connection in a creative way is a privilege.

Her style is natural and candid. Keeping things relaxed and fun allows special moments to happen organically.

Lionheart Photography - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

lionheart.com.au

0411 300 106

Melbourne & Yarra Valley Wedding Photographers

We’re all about offering fun, candid wedding photography for cute AF couples who just want to have a relaxed & stress-free wedding day and a kickass time surrounded by their favourite people in the world.

We’ll deliver warm, fun, vibrant photos of your wedding day – full of atmosphere and emotion and meaning. Photographs that remind you exactly how happy and loved you felt in all those little moments.

We help couples have a stress-free wedding day with an amazing photography experience.

1. We Guide You 

We’ll help you build an epic timeline and a dream team of vendors.

2. You Say ‘I Do’ 

You marry your best friend. We’ll be there with cameras on

3. Everyone Parties 

Kick-off, your heels, grab a cider and party the night away.

4. #happytears 

You receive photos that are bursting with love & emotion.

Heart-warming wedding photographs

We like to think of ourselves as the polar opposite to that cheesy traditional photographer that you’ve seen at your mate’s wedding. The list of awkward poses to get through, the forced smiles, and the *obviously staged* moments. Ughh!

We photograph people rather than poses. We immerse ourselves into your wedding, mingling with your guests, capturing the real atmosphere and emotion felt on the day.

The giggles, the belly-laughs, the chemistry between two amazing humans, the pride in your dad’s eyes, the random stuff-ups, the feelings of overwhelming joy, grandma’s cute reaction, and all the happy tears.

From your sister lace up your dress beforehand to slamming shots with your uni friends and tearing up the d-floor at night. We’re ready to tell your story.

A Little About Us

Hey hey. We’re Glen & Fiona. A husband & wife team with a mad passion for photographing rad weddings for awesome couples around Australia – wherever they may be.

We’ve been married eight years ourselves now, together for 16 years, and we can tell you first hand, there’s no greater feeling in life than finding & marrying your soulmate. Nawwww.

We love travelling, chasing sunsets and exploring new places (feel free to give us some adventure location tips), but we’re equal measures couch potatoes too.

We’re passionate about spending time with our family & friends, checking out food truck parks and trying new restaurants, date nights out at the cinema watching the latest superhero films and cuddling up on the couch binging on Netflix for far too long.

To be a little corny: We believe in growing old, not growing up.

Consider this

Your wedding photos are one of the most valuable investments you’ll ever make...

After the cake is eaten, the guests have gone home, and the flowers have wilted, your images are all that remain after the day is long gone and will be the only way to relive your memories and share your special day with future generations.

Justin Westwood - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

justinwestwoodphotography.com.au

0400 067 603

HEY I’M JUSTIN

My path to becoming a photographer is one of the city skylines, sleepless nights and countless flights. Documenting my travels and sharing my experiences online. It quickly became a part of my everyday life. Travel was the main reason that my love for photography first started, and It definitely played a huge part in my photographic journey. My hobby rapidly evolved into a passion, and before I knew it, I was on a path in which I was inspired to further discover what it had to offer.

From there, I went on to study at RMIT and graduated with a Diploma in Photo Imaging. I learnt to explore different styles of photography, but portraiture drew me in immediately. I started to introduce it into my work, and it quickly became part of my photography style. In my last year of study, I got my start in weddings after I was kindly asked to be a second photographer at a wedding. On that very day and from photographing that single wedding, I knew that I wanted to be a wedding photographer! Experiencing every moment of the day first-hand and then being able to capture the raw emotion every step of the way was like no other feeling. From that day onwards and with every wedding I photograph, that feeling only grows stronger. I apologise in advance If I show a lot of emotion and excitement on your wedding day! The excitement definitely tends to grab hold of me! I just love photographing love to keep it plain and simple. To be able to call this my “job” is nothing but amazing, and I am incredibly blessed.

As a wedding photographer, I aim to tell a story through my images and want to create an experience in which I hope to make unforgettable. Capturing those memories you will always look back on and cherish forever. Whether you’re from Melbourne or any part of the world, I’m here to photograph and document your love story!

Veri Photography - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

veri.com.au

412 601 920

AUSTRALIAN WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AND VIDEOGRAPHER

As a boutique wedding photography and videography studio specialising in destination weddings and Australia wide, Veri Photography is bound by a passion for telling the stories of couples. With professional wedding photography and video teams in both Victoria and NSW, our knowledge stems from years of shooting pre-weddings, engagements, and weddings nationally.

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY MELBOURNE & SYDNEY

How would you like to remember one of the most meaningful days of your life? Veri Photography exists to bring the wedding photos alive with the same joy, love, and passion you experienced first-hand on your special day.

Relationships are the heart of our work. It is our goal to not only capture the chemistry that each couple shares but also to take the time to get to know your love story so that our lenses will reflect your unique personalities.

CREATIVE DIRECTOR: CHENG

Although born into a family of painting artists, I don’t have a childhood story to tell about receiving my very first camera at a young age. I was always the quiet one, the shy child of the family, and a good student in school. It was my academic success that led me to study abroad, where I received my Master’s degree in Science. I thought, back then, that this was what my life was all about.

I thought that’s what was meant for me, I was content, until one day, I missed my late father so much that I realised I had never looked inside, never taken the time to explore my feelings. I decided to enrol in a photography college. It was then that I picked up the artistic bones he left in me and fell in love with telling stories through images.

Immersing myself in photography, I became more sensitive about the people and things around me. I was amazed by the revelation of my subconscious mind, and it opened even more doors to creativity.

With over three years of formal photography training and field experience, I have since received more than ten Silver/Bronze photography awards in categories across Wedding, People & Portrait, Abstract / Illustrative, and Advertising & Fashion at the International Loupe Awards in 2011 and 2012.

Today, I am more interested in the relationship of subjects rather than textbook visual dynamics. The way people interact with one another, the depth of feeling that they have for each other, and the tales they tell are what really intrigue and inspire my work.

After shooting 200+ weddings, I still wake up thrilled on a weekend morning knowing that I get to be part of the biggest day of someone’s life, witness moments that last a lifetime, telling their stories that could never be repeated, shedding a tear or two with them ... and lots of laughs too ...

THE TEAM

I work with a gifted team of individuals just as passionate about providing couples with an artistic account of their commitment to one another. I consider myself lucky to be a part of such a close-knit group in which each person brings years of experience to the table. When I started this journey ten years ago, my wife Cheryl left her design job at an advertising agency to work for Veri. She utilises her sharp skills to edit the images as well as design the albums that couples cherish.

Our team of professional photographers and videographers Kamil(VIC), Vince (VIC&ACT), Ben (VIC), Wu (VIC), Jeff (VIC&ACT), Frank (ACT&NSW), Daniel (NSW&ACT) and Eric (NSW&ACT) have been photographing, filming and editing for years. Operating over two cameras on the wedding day, they capture your day with care and bring the same level of passion to each project.

Working with a team allows greater for a dynamic approach to capturing your wedding. When you choose Veri, you can feel confident that your wedding photography will be in the hands of not just one but many dedicated individuals. The talent and attention to detail of each member shine in every finished image Veri Photography delivers.

THE SPACE

The Veri Wedding Photography team proudly operates in Luminosity Studio, an inviting urban environment outfitted with state-of-the-art photography tools to ensure photographic excellence. We make good use of the studio’s wide offerings of lights, modifiers and backdrops that are complemented by a grand Cyclorama. The industrial open interior, complete with fresh white brick walls, windows, and high ceilings, allows inspiration to flow effortlessly.

Dansk Photography - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

danskphotography.com.au

03 9505 6565

We are one of the top ten wedding photographers in Melbourne, providing you with great service, great photos and no stress.

Your wedding is a special day that can only be captured once, so don’t let just anyone capture it for you.

Dansk Photography captures everything about your day in an unobtrusive manner. We know your day is a special one that should have an atmosphere of fun and celebration.

Our Wedding photography will capture you being you and make you look the best you’ve ever looked. Brides will look breathtaking and beautiful while grooms look handsome.

Dansk will help to make your day easier with our relaxed approach and award-winning service.

Don’t trust your wedding photography to just anyone, see why we’re are one of the best and why you’ll have the best wedding day.

Courtney Laura Photography - Wedding Photographer Yarra Valley

courtneylaura.com.au

0430 360 083

WEDDING & LIFESTYLE PHOTOGRAPHY.

Hi everyone. I’m Courtney, and the face and name behind Courtney Laura Photography. It’s Courtney, not Laura. 😉 (Yes, this does happen!). I’m a wedding photographer based in the Yarra Valley but also available all over Melbourne, Australia and the world. 

A little about me, I’m married to my absolute sweetheart for almost eleven years now and have three gorgeous and crazy children, Jordan (8), Taylor (6) and Owen (4). Needless to say, my hands are full!

Honestly, I just love weddings. I love to help calm the nerves in the morning as you get ready, cry with you during the ceremony when you first see each other and laugh with you at the hilarious and inappropriate speeches. I believe in fun, romantic, timeless, but most importantly, REAL! Real emotion, real moments, real memories...

So, what else do you want to know? The embarrassing things parents usually tell during speeches at 21st birthdays or weddings? 

Well, I’ll show you the serious and stupid side of me.

I come from a family of 5 kids with 2 sets of twins, and yes, my dearest Mother used to dress us all in matching clothes (who does that?). I’m the youngest set of twins.

My twin and I used to fight ALL THE TIME. Now we only fight every other day...lol.

I love my family, and I was blessed enough to grow up in one which had its up and downs, but which always taught us we were a team and if you messed with one of us, you got the whole Adams clan, dorky goggles and all.

Today my own little family is my world. My husband and children keep me busy, but one of the things I love about them is they give me the freedom to follow my passion and do the work that I love.

When I was growing up, Dad would always take photos and print them. He stored them in his photo albums, ranging from 1976 through to the present day. I would get myself lost in those pages. 

Looking back on the moments captured right there on those photos(all safely tucked away behind the page protectors) was something that brought me such joy. 

Each album is like a documentation of our family’s history together. Each album represents my life, and I love to be able to simply open the pages and feel the tingles and giggles and laughter again.

It spoke to my heart.

Years later, my husband bought me my very first DSLR camera, and I have rarely seen an event since then unless the majority of it has been through the lens.  

The passion grew, and I signed up for a workshop with Tim Coulson, who taught me how to shoot manually...it changed how I saw everything and helped me to start ‘capturing’ moments as only I could see them through my lens.

Mark Twain once said ... “Find a job you enjoy doing, and you will never have to work a day in your life.”

For me, this is gold!  

When you hire a photographer, the last thing you want to feel is they are just doing their job. I can assure you, and this isn’t my job... it’s my passion.

This is why I do what I do. I see and capture memories. In my world, it’s just me and my lens and the beauty, which is you and your story, right in front of me.

I document your story and create albums and then one day, as you sit and look through the photos, you will remember this and smile and understand why it is I was the right person for you to invite into this amazing moment of your life.

WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

Voted as one of the top ten best wedding photographers in Melbourne, Dansk Photography’s team provides creative, fun, down earth and professional service.

Your wedding photographs stay with you for a lifetime… We know how special this day is.

You want to look back in years to come and still be proud of what has been captured so you can remember and share the memories you have. Dansk Photography, award-winning photographers for their imagery and service, captures the emotion, the spirit, the happiness and pride that shines through each bridal party, their family and friends.

We capture everything about your special day in a discreet and unobtrusive manner. We will record for you the atmosphere, the fun, tears of happiness, and laughter. We photograph you being ‘you and make you look the best you’ve ever looked. There’s nothing quite like being able to share this exhilarating, magical and happy day with you, knowing we have caught all the special moments with our photography for you. Forever.

Don’t take our word for it, have a look at what other people have said. 

Wedding Snapper - Wedding Photographers Yarra Valley

weddingsnapper.com.au

0415 495 068

Melbourne & Yarra Valley Wedding Photography

Hi, I’m Simon. I’m the chap who sits behind the Wedding Snapper name. My photographers and I offer natural, relaxed and candid wedding photography in Melbourne, Yarra Valley, Macedon Ranges, Mornington Peninsula, Gippsland and beyond.

Basically, it’s affordable, relaxed and candid wedding photography without the ego that can sometimes accompany a wedding photographer…

We love weddings of all sizes and are pleased to photograph the biggest of bashes through to the more intimate ceremonies & elopements.

Friendly & Affordable Wedding Photography

We offer relaxed, friendly and perhaps, most importantly...affordable wedding photography.

We bring a calm yet professional approach to each wedding, with client reviews telling you all you need to know about the high quality of the service on offer. We’re usually more comfortable behind the camera than in front of it, so we know how to let people relax and enjoy themselves whilst still getting the shots you need. It’s also why you won’t find too many selfies of us striking a pose.

Although we’re primarily Melbourne wedding photographers that also services the nearby Yarra Valley, Mornington Peninsula and Dandenong Ranges, we do also travel further afield to Ballarat, Bendigo, Lorne, Woodend, Kyneton, Daylesford and once Covid-19 travel restrictions ease, we’re with you if you’re going to Bali, Fiji or NZ!

If you’re planning a wedding outside of the Melbourne region, then please do get in touch to talk it over with us because nothing beats a road trip with a wedding at the end of it!

Who the heck is Wedding Snapper? It’s a great question, and I’m glad you asked it!

I could be a politician with responses like that...

Well, my name is Simon Woodcock, and I’m the business owner and lead photographer of Melbourne-based Wedding Snapper.

Originally, I’m from a TV broadcast background, having started my career at BBC Television Centre in London where I commissioned photography for publicity use in magazines, on-screen and in advertising. 

Initially, I was a ‘workie’, and my job required me to fetch lots of tea and run rolls of unprocessed film to the lab. After fetching more buckets of tea, I’d then run back to the lab to collect the processed film. It kept me fit and being the BBC, and there would always be someone or something to see on the way! 

It was a really interesting time to be working with photography as the changeover from film to digital was in progress, and after graduating to being a full-time publicist, I was given lots of freedom to experiment and try out new ideas.

After three years at the BBC, I moved into magazine and newspaper publishing as a picture editor, working on and contributing to a broad range of titles, including The Times, The Guardian, and an extended period on magazines at the Daily Mirror. 

It was during this time that I started treating my own photography as a second job, shooting photocalls, live music, stock for image libraries and weddings for friends, which is how I ended up nearly fully immersed in the world of weddings.

Following a move from London to Melbourne over 10 years ago, I decided it was time to pursue my photography, and weddings are the events that I get the most enjoyment from, so it made sense to focus my efforts in that area.

The majority of my photography work consists of weddings in and around Melbourne, Mornington Peninsula and the Yarra Valley. I still also shoot a variety of corporate and event photography.

I like to have variety in my work as it prevents it from becoming just a ‘job’ and allows me to get excited about each and every wedding that I book.

People often ask me to describe my style, and I honestly find that really hard to answer. Some might say it’s wedding photography without being too weddingy. If that makes any sense to you?!

We’re obviously going to capture the key moments you’d expect, but I also like to hunt down the details that you might not expect. I like to offer a complete story of the day, not just the shot list from Cosmo Bride.

I could tell you that with our wedding photography, we will make all your dreams come true, describe myself and fellow wedding photographers as a ‘boutique studio’, call my price list an ‘Investment’, and make your veil blow in the wind like something from a glossy bridal magazine. But it’s not my style, and I find that side of things all a little bit fake and contrived.

As a photographer, it’s my belief that I’m there to capture the action of the day rather than create it. Obviously, I might tweak and move things about slightly when we’re shooting some posed photos, but otherwise, I follow the days events in a relaxed and candid style, as discreetly as possible.

I promise I will never ask you or your bridal party to jump off a bench for a photo...I like to think that everyone goes home with their dignity still intact after working with me!

Some photographers are a bit up themselves, preferring to call their work’ art’, but that doesn’t sit particularly well with me.

Veteran photojournalist Don McCullin nailed it for me in a recent quote, saying, “I’ve always thought photography is not so much of an art form but a way of communicating and passing on information.”

Every wedding is different, and that’s what I love about photographing them.

From 3 guests in the Botanic Gardens to several hundred on a clifftop overlooking the Great Ocean Road. Wherever it is and whatever you have planned, it’s your day, not mine, so please feel free to tell me what you would like to see from it.

Do you have a nervous groom who doesn’t enjoy having his photo taken? Ironically I don’t particularly enjoy being photographed either, so know to treat people gently and let them enjoy themselves whilst still getting the shots.

Being a Pom, I’m not always the best at ‘selling’ myself, so it’s probably best you hear about it from someone else - click here to read my wedding photography reviews.

After several near misses over the years, I now, fortunately, know how to deal with both groomzillas, bridezillas, mumzillas and even priestzillas, so if you think there may be some ‘Zilla action during your wedding, feel free to give me a call for some tips on getting through unscathed!