06 — From Our Couples
Real reviews from the couples who trusted us to capture their day across Newcastle, Lake Macquarie and the Hunter Valley.
The review that says it all
The team went above and beyond to make our day (and photos) PERFECT. To take someone that is quite camera shy and have her comfortable from the first few minutes was nothing short of a miracle. You can see how passionate they are about their art and it was truly a joy to watch them work.

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Merewether Beach, NSW
I remember this day at Merewether — the southerly came in halfway through the ceremony and instead of fighting it, we leaned into it. The wind in the veil, the spray off the waves, the couple laughing through all of it. Some of my favourite frames of the year.
“The team went above and beyond to make our day (and photos) PERFECT. To take someone that is quite camera shy and have her comfortable from the first few minutes was nothing short of a miracle.”
Lake Macquarie, NSW
This was a 40-degree day at Lake Macquarie — the kind of heat where most photographers are sweating through their shirts. Rachel and Greg never once complained, and neither did I. We moved the portraits into the shade of the boatshed and shot the whole session in diffused light. The gallery came out so soft and romantic that half the guests thought it was overcast.
“It was a 40 degree day, and absolutely nothing was an issue. They were so accommodating, friendly and professional, and knew exactly what needed to be done when and where. I HIGHLY recommend them — the best in the business!”See their wedding
Hunter Valley, NSW
Leana and Cliff got married in the Hunter Valley on one of those wild, windy spring days where the vineyard rows act like a wind tunnel. I remember clipping her veil back myself between the ceremony and the portraits so it would not fly away — which is the kind of thing you do not think about until you are standing in a vineyard in 40-knot gusts. The wind ended up giving us some of the most dramatic, alive portraits of the season.
“We booked John for our wedding and he was amazing — extremely professional, friendly and a talented photographer. He knew exactly what to do and even helped me clip my veil in so it wouldn't fly away in the wild wind!”
"John was absolutely fantastic throughout the entire wedding planning period. He was communicative and explained the process. On the wedding day he was fun, made us both comfortable, and the delivery of photos was super quick!"
Newcastle, NSW
"We booked John for our wedding and he was amazing — extremely professional, friendly and a talented photographer. He knew exactly what to do and even helped me clip my veil in so it wouldn't fly away in the wild wind!"
Hunter Valley, NSW
"It was a 40 degree day, and absolutely nothing was an issue. They were so accommodating, friendly and professional, and knew exactly what needed to be done when and where. I HIGHLY recommend them — the best in the business!"
Lake Macquarie, NSW
"John and Jen were incredible! I couldn't have asked for better photographers to make us feel comfortable and capture images and ideas we couldn't even dream of. Thank you so much."
Newcastle, NSW
"I am so pleased with our wedding photos — they are absolutely stunning and really captured our true personalities. The communication was great throughout, delivery of photos was super easy and prints were posted fast!"
Hunter Valley, NSW
"They offered plenty of advice to allow for the best pictures possible, were extremely creative with photo ideas, and were just a fantastic bunch of people to include in our day. You definitely get more than you're paying for!"
Newcastle, NSW
"They worked highly professional with plenty of equipment yet they were a lot of fun, open to ideas and easy going. Both pay high attention to detail. I received the stunning edited images only a few days later!"
Studio Session · Newcastle
"They were professional, friendly and easy to work with to capture all of the special moments on our big day. Both of them listened to what we wanted photographed and what was important to us — we could not recommend them more."
Newcastle, NSW
"John has a wonderful way of lighting up the room and making everyone happy and relaxed. We had a magical day and would highly recommend him to anyone!"
Newcastle, NSW
"The day was filled with so many jokes and laughter. He made us feel so comfortable it didn't feel like having a photographer — it was like having another friend with us. He captured the moments special to us."
Hunter Valley, NSW
"I instantly felt comfortable and less awkward in front of the camera. For the quality of work the price was unbelievably reasonable. Their opinions are valuable and they put the client first. Thanks John!"
Newcastle, NSW
"From our first phone call to our big day we felt at ease. John was patient, professional and I always felt comfortable getting my photo taken. Everything felt natural, which was exactly what we wanted."
Newcastle, NSW
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