EVENTS

A DJ wearing a black suit, lace mask, and headphones performs at a nightclub, with Pioneer DJ equipment on the table, in front of a chalkboard menu and tiled wall.
Professional Event Photography Melbourne
A young boy with curly hair and a sleeveless black t-shirt that says 'ROCK STAR IN TRAINING' is holding drumsticks and sitting behind a drum set. An adult, wearing a black Guns N' Roses t-shirt and black shorts, is standing behind him with her hands
Professional Event Photography Melbourne
Professional Event Photography Melbourne
A young male skateboarder wearing a helmet rides down a handrail at a skatepark during sunset, with an audience watching.
Birthday party table with a gold party hat decorated with a pink and purple '1' and pink flower, surrounded by pastel-colored tissue paper flowers.
A woman smiling and holding a baby up in the air at a celebration or party, with balloons and decorative lights in the background.

High Quality Professional Event Coverage

No matter the occasion, a lot of time and effort has gone into making your event special. With years of experience, a broad range of skills, and a love for my job, I’m here to deliver a beautiful gallery of your day or night.

As a full-time photographer regularly capturing weddings, portraits, interiors, food, and product shots, I’ve got the know-how to capture every aspect of your event.

Professional Event Photography Melbourne
Professional Event Photography Melbourne
View of a city skyline with tall buildings in the background, viewed through trees and foliage. In the foreground, a food truck festival with people walking and gathering around food trucks and vendor tents.
A woman in a white blazer and headphones is DJing, with her right hand raised and mouth open, dancing and enjoying music in a lively setting.
Two women laughing and conversing at a dinner event in a bright, modern restaurant or conference room with other people seated at tables.
Three women and a young girl at a celebration with balloons in the background.
Child jumping on a giant Twister game mat at an amusement park or fairground with carnival rides and game booths in the background.
Elegant dining table set with gold cutlery, blue napkin, wine glass, water glass, tall blue candle, and a small candle, with a formal place card on a white tablecloth.
Guests at a formal event, dressed in tuxedos and elegant dresses, smiling and holding glasses of wine or champagne.
A smiling woman stands with arms crossed in front of four flags, including the Australian, New Zealand, Aboriginal, and Torres Strait Islander flags.
Two men smiling and holding a large trophy in front of a 'rebel' branded backdrop, with a third person taking a photo of them, and additional trophies on a table in the foreground.
Group of five professionally dressed people smiling at an event with a backdrop featuring hashtags related to food innovation, sustainability, and global food topics.

Don’t settle for average photographers or rely on someone trying to take a few happy snaps on a phone!

Whatever the event, big or small,get in touch today for a quote or to make a booking.

People enjoying drinks and chatting at a social gathering indoors, with city lights visible outside.
Two women with sunglasses taking a selfie outdoors on a sunny day, one holding a canned drink, the other holding a smartphone, with lush green plants in the background.
People in costumes at a party, including a woman dressed as a witch, a man dressed as a wizard or wizard of Oz, and others in colorful outfits, laughing and socializing indoors.
A man with curly hair and a beard playing an acoustic guitar in front of a microphone.
A woman with red hair holding and kissing a young boy with blond hair and blue eyes in a crowded indoor setting.
Three young men are laughing and talking at a social gathering in a bar or club. One man is wearing glasses and a checked jacket, another in a light-colored shirt, and the third with dark hair in a darker jacket. Other people are visible in the blurr
Close-up of a vibrant bouquet with roses, pink hydrangeas, purple thistles, and various fillers highlighting bright, colorful flowers.
People socializing at a rooftop gathering, a woman laughing and holding a glass of white wine, other guests with drinks around her, city skyline in the background.
Professional Event Photography Melbourne
Professional Event Photography Melbourne
Professional Event Photography Melbourne
Professional Event Photography Melbourne
Table decorated with pink and yellow flowers, tropical green leaves, and pastel-colored plates with names EFE, EZRA, and KYRA, set for a celebration or party.
People enjoying a social gathering outdoors during sunset, holding glasses of champagne, dressed in white and light-colored clothing.

Telling the story of your event

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Details

Capturing the table decorations, floral arrangements, signage, sponsor branding, and other styling details adds a subtle yet meaningful layer to your event’s story. These elements reflect the thought and personality behind the occasion, making every shot not just a photograph, but a celebration of the unique atmosphere you’ve created.

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Socials

Capturing a few classic group or couple shots of your guests while they’re looking their best and genuinely enjoying the moment is always a worthwhile gesture. These relaxed images serve as timeless reminders of the joy and connection shared throughout the day.

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Establishing shots

Using a wide-angle lens to capture images of the space or crowd at your event adds a layer of context to your photo gallery. These broader shots gracefully set the scene, offering an elegant overview of the venue and atmosphere. They complement the more intimate moments by giving viewers a sense of place, making the story of your event more complete and immersive.

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Candids

Generally, every client’s main desire is to capture those genuine, candid moments—where guests are simply having fun, connecting, and engaging with one another. Fortunately, one of my greatest strengths as a wedding and event photographer is the ability to anticipate these fleeting instances. Like a photography ninja, I seamlessly blend into the background, unobtrusive and unnoticed, ensuring that I document the true spirit of your event.

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Performers

When your event features any form of entertainment or performance, I make it a point to capture stills that showcase both the artists in action and the genuine reactions of your guests. Whether it’s musicians setting the mood, magicians weaving their magic, face painters adding color, or dancers bringing energy to the space, every moment of these experiences deserves to be thoughtfully documented.

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Food/Drinks

The emphasis on food and drink photography can shift depending on the nature of your event. If capturing these moments is something you'd like, I’m more than happy to focus on them. Whether it’s guests savoring a cocktail, sharing plates and cheese boards, indulging in cakes and sweets, or enjoying that complimentary glass of bubbles upon arrival, these details add a warm, inviting layer to the gallery.

Two women smiling and laughing while holding pink drinks at a social gathering or party, with warm lighting and other people visible in the background.
A male guitarist performing on stage with colorful concert lights overhead, wearing a sleeveless black shirt with embroidered details and leopard print pants.
Elegant birthday celebration with a decorated table, floral centerpieces, and a balloon arch in black, white, and gold, against a mosaic wall with a neon 'happy birthday' sign.
A happy family of four, including a man, a woman, and two young girls, sharing a joyful moment together in a colorful, decorated room.
A man in a black suit playing a grand piano on a stage illuminated with blue and purple spotlights.
Elegant banquet hall with high ceilings, ornate white columns, and large windows. Long tables with black tablecloths, decorated with floral arrangements and candles, are set for a formal event.
Group of four people, two men and two women, smiling at a backyard party with string lights and floral decorations, holding drinks.
People dressed in costumes, including a person as a lion, a person as an Egyptian pharaoh, and a person as a clock, smiling and posing at a party or event.
People socializing at a professional event or conference, engaging in conversation with drinks in hand, in a warmly lit venue.
A woman speaking at a podium during a formal conference or event in a grand, elegant room with chandeliers, high arched windows, and portraits on the walls, while an audience of mostly men in suits listens attentively.
People at a professional networking event engaging in conversations, some holding drinks, in a modern indoor space with wooden accents and natural lighting.
Night scene of two statues of people bowing on pedestals, connected by electric lightning bolts between their hands, set against a cityscape with illuminated buildings and the Rio Tinto sign.
A young boy at a birthday party is smiling and holding a sparkler. He is facing a woman in a glittery, multicolored top, who is holding a black and red item, possibly a mirror. Several children and adults watch the scene, with some children sitting a
People enjoying a celebration indoors during Christmas, decorated with garland, Christmas lights, and ornaments.
A well-dressed couple, woman in a sparkling silver evening gown, man in a black tuxedo with a bow tie, standing in front of a brown wooden wall, smiling at the camera.
Man in a gray suit at a party with people dancing and glittery figures in costumes.
Three people socializing at a bar, two women and one man, holding drinks and laughing, with a bar counter and other patrons in the background.
A smiling family of four, including a woman, a man, and two babies, poses at an indoor event or party. The woman is wearing a pink dress, and the man is dressed in a black suit. The two babies are wearing matching white outfits with black accents. Th
A person cutting a large block of white cheese with a cheese fork, with chocolate cake and lime slices in the background, and small bowls of spices including cumin, coriander, black pepper, and green powder in the foreground.
A man in a suit smiling while two women in white dresses kiss his cheeks at an outdoor event.
Elegant table setting with gold cutlery, blue and gold patterned plates, white flowers in a vase, a navy napkin, and a navy place card with gold lettering for a guest named Christian Young.
Group of adults celebrating at a party with Christmas decorations, wearing festive clothing, and holding glasses of wine.
Two people sitting on stools in front of a large screen displaying a photo of female athletes running on a track in a race, with one woman comforting another.
Colorful party table setting with a pink paper plate, a yellow scalloped paper plate, and multicolored paper confetti on a white wooden table. There is a white cup with a drink and a straw, a set of wooden utensils on a yellow napkin, and some green
A family in a church, with a man kissing a crying baby held by a woman. Several guests are smiling and watching in the background.
A collection of mushrooms, small plants, and colored pebbles arranged with some pink mushrooms with white spots and a purple clay pot filled with white mushrooms and green leaves, all under blue lighting.
Two middle-aged men dressed in suits are smiling and conversing at a professional event, each holding a glass of champagne. The man on the right has a name tag that reads 'Guy Nelson'. Behind them, several other individuals are engaged in conversatio
Elegant dinner table decorated with pink and white floral arrangements, tall pink candles, and wine glasses in a dimly lit setting.

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