Four people, including an older woman, are gathered around a table at night, looking into a basket. The table is messy with scattered flower petals and glasses, with a basket and some desserts also visible.

A woman with curly blonde hair, wearing a lace top, laughs and dances holding a green bottle, while an elderly man in a black suit and red tie, also dancing, responds. There are other people in the background at what appears to be a lively party or celebration.

Four women in red dresses are sitting at a dinner party, engaging in conversation and eating. The table is decorated with red flowers and candles. One woman is holding a piece of bread.

A bride dressed in a wedding gown and veil, adjusting her bracelet with a window in the background.

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CAPTURE YOUR PEOPLE.

We aren’t interested in curating high end posed portraits.
We are interested in the REAL stuff.

Weddings are unique moments in our lives where all your favourite people come together all at once to celebrate an iconic moment in your relationship. The chances of all these people coming together again is very small. Our goal is to capture your friends and family in the most authentic way possible.

We aim to build relationships with your guests, know when to be involved, but know when to step back and let moments unfold.

The more fun you and your guests are having, the better the photos will be. You just have a day that is best for you, and let us float around and get all the candid weird shit that happens!

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A young boy dressed in a light blue shirt with a black bow tie, suspenders, black pants, and sneakers, standing indoors among adults. The boy has light brown hair and is looking slightly upward with a neutral expression. Part of a person's hand holding a glass with ice and an orange slice, and other adults' legs and torsos are visible around him.

A woman in an off-the-shoulder white dress is standing with her arms outstretched, holding a glass of champagne, at an outdoor evening gathering. Several children in white fluffy outfits are sitting in front of her, seemingly part of a celebration. A man in a suit is standing behind her, holding a brown bottle, with a dark, tree-filled sky in the background.

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A woman in a strapless white dress talking and gesturing with her hands, and a man in a suit with a bolo tie and a wristwatch listening, standing in front of a board with written names, in a black and white photo.

An elderly woman with gray hair and glasses eating a slice of cake at a table in a restaurant or cafe. She is wearing a red plaid shawl with black accents, a black top, and a gold necklace. There is a cream-colored rotary phone and a small floral arrangement on the table along with a sign and a plate with food. The background consists of dark green tropical leaves.

People at a social gathering, with two women in the foreground holding hands. The woman on the left is waving, and the woman on the right and the man in the background are smiling and engaging in conversation. The scene is lively and joyful, with several other people visible in the background.

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Sydney Film Wedding Photographer

No generic wedding photos here. I have huge passion for history when it comes to photography. I am deeply inspired by 1970s-1980s New York street photographers and their ability to have captured real life moments amongst the chaos… moments that are fleeting and probably pass us without any recognition. These photos make you feel like you’re amongst the chaos, it feels real, unfiltered, raw and completely relatable.

Having your special day shot on film also gives it a very real quality in itself. Film is real, you can hold the negatives and know that they were actually there with you on the day breathing the same air. Plus, the colours, texture and aesthetic of film has been a look I have been in love with ever since I started photographing weddings 10 years ago.

Close-up of a man with a beard wearing a beige cap and gray T-shirt, holding a camera and a small object, standing outdoors on grass with a metal fence and trees in the background.

A woman with short dark hair and earrings is smiling and embracing an elderly man in a wheelchair, both appearing happy. The setting looks festive, with reflections on a dark background and a table with a large plate and a bottle in the foreground.

A woman in a sparkly purple dress and jewelry at a party, with food and drinks on the table in front of her.

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“All I want, is for my photos to feel personal enough that they belong in your family album.”
- Joel (oh hey, yeah that’s my name.…)

Capturing couples weddings since 2014.

I would consider myself to be an extremely passionate person. I love all my favourite things with so much intensity, photography being a huge one of course!

Photography isn’t just a career for me, it’s visceral to who I am. I photograph my life daily. Everything from my loved ones and family, to my weekly walk to the shops to get groceries. You will rarely see me without a camera.
I genuinely believe in the power of nostalgia and capturing a special moment in time to look back on with love and gratitude.

When I look back at photos of my son as he grows up, I truly understand what I want to give people with my photography. My goal is for my couples to feel the same way I do when I see those photos. That is my purpose.

What better way to do that than at weddings.

Amongst having so much of my life dedicated to photography, I also spend my time doing pottery, rock climbing, going to art galleries and spending as much time as I can with my gorgeous son, my loving partner and dear friends.

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CANDID.

Moments that happen naturally in the wild.

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Two men taking a close-up selfie together in black and white. The man on the left has a beard, mustache, septum piercing, and is wearing a beanie. The man on the right has short, dark hair, tattoos, and is making a peace sign. Both are making expressive faces.

“A wizard behind the camera, and a genuine human. Thank you Joel for everything.

Myself and my partner can easily list a thousand and one reasons why to pick Joel to document your next adventure big or small but the key standouts are:
1)the warmth of his personality
2)his ability to capture the special moments, big or small.

I think that everyone who has met Joel can agree that he is as real as it gets.
His passion for capturing special moments is tremendous - he has the eye for detail, the eye to document the crazy moments, the hidden moments, the moments you can look back and have a giggle or cry about.

The remarkable human that he is, also has the ability to bring calmness to the chaos but also bring chaos to the party!

Everyone needs a bit of Joel in their life, even if you aren’t getting hitched! He brings all the good vibes and takes epic photos to capture it all. Love ya.”

Alicia & Karlo - Lithgow wedding, April 2024

GALLERIES

Most Recent.

Amelia & Bianca - Leichhardt, Sydney

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Naremburn
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SYDNEY

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Marrickville

SYDNEY

A bride in a white wedding dress with floral embroidery and a flower crown standing outdoors in a lush green, wooded area. A groom in a navy suit is behind her adjusting her dress, with dense trees and greenery surrounding them.

Athol Hall

SYDNEY

A black and white photo of a woman and a man at a celebration. The woman, in an elegant dress, looks surprised or excited as she holds a glass of wine and a gift. The man, in a suit with a boutonniere, is leaning in and showing her something in his hand, possibly jewelry or a small gift. The background has string lights and a party setting.

Mosman

SYDNEY

A couple, dressed in wedding attire, standing in an open field with tall grass. The groom is smiling and holding a drink, while the bride is sticking her tongue out and holding a bouquet of flowers. In the background are rolling hills and mountains under a cloudy sky.

Dryridge Estate

BLUE MOUNTAINS

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BATHURST
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People dining at a dinner table with various glasses, plates, and bottles. One woman with blonde hair and a floral dress, and a man with dark curly hair and a vest are visible. In the background, there are large windows with plants outside.

The Grounds of Alexandria

SYDNEY

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EARP Distillery

NEWCASTLE

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“ The best decision I ever made was to ask my wife to marry me, the second best was to get Joel to shoot our wedding!! "

He made it so special. He not only took the pressure off but made the whole day less stressful and helped where ever he could. Loz who was on his team even ironed my groomsmen’s pocket squares in amongst getting amazing photos.

Saying that Joel went above and beyond doesn’t even begin to describe everything they did.

And I haven’t even got to the photos, which are ridiculous! Every time I look at them I have a new favourite and I can look at them again and again and find a new detail or piece of the story from the day.

I highly recommend taking your hands off the wheel entirely - Joel will take care of you!

We don’t just have beautiful photos, he made art from our big day and it feels like a piece of history. There’s an epic quality to his work that feels like a frame from a Coppola film.

We may have paid him for his work but you can’t buy what Joel gave us!!! ❤️

Brodie & Elly - Blue Mountains Wedding - June, 2024

FOR MORE INFO.

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“ Joel was a dream to work with. He is the absolute master of making you feel at ease and capturing the most beautiful and candid shots.”

Everything being on film was SO special and we truly couldn't have asked for a kinder, more comforting, approachable, talented wedding photographer.
Just book him!!! “

- Hannah & James - Blue Mountains Wedding - May 2025