I photograph weddings of up to four hours, from a studio in Fitzroy North.
Registry offices, backyards, vineyards and clifftops. Most couples I work with keep things small and relaxed, and four hours covers the ceremony, family photos, portraits and the start of the celebration.
The work below is grouped by setting, so you can see what I do in a place like yours.
01
Country
Vineyards, farms, paddocks and bush. Mostly within an hour and a half of Melbourne — the Yarra Valley, the Dandenongs, and further out when asked.
02
Coast
Clifftops, beaches, piers and bathing boxes around the bay and beyond. Wind and weather are part of it.
03
City
Laneways, gardens, old buildings and rooftops in and around the CBD.
04
Registry office days
A ceremony at the registry office, then a walk through the city or a drive out of it. Four hours usually covers the lot.
How four hours could run
One example, for a 3pm ceremony. Every wedding runs differently, so we plan your own timing before the day.
1:45
Getting ready
45 minutes to an hour of preparations with the bride or groom, or both, as the final touches go on.
2:45
Travel
On to the ceremony, close by or further afield, arriving before you do.
3:00
Ceremony
Arrival, vows, signing and the walk out.
3:45
Family & friends
Group photos from a list we agree on beforehand.
4:15
Portraits
The two of you, nearby or a short drive away.
5:15
Reception
Arrivals, the room and a first toast. I finish up around 5:45.
The four-hour wedding
From $1,590
Friday to Sunday $1,990 · Monday to Thursday $1,590
One simple package, tailored to your day. No hidden fees.
Proof book, 8 × 10 in · Lucinda & Matt. Every photo from the day, eight to a page.
Four hours of photographyIncluded
Planning call or studio visitIncluded
All your images in high resolutionIncluded
Every image checked for colour balance, with closed eyes and duplicates removedIncluded
Delivered by digital download within 7 daysIncluded
Travel within metropolitan MelbourneIncluded
Regional and country travel
Depending on distanceFrom $80
Depending on distanceFrom $80
Interstate and overseas
Travel and accommodation added at costBy quote
Travel and accommodation added at costBy quote
USB copy$60
Lay-flat album, leather look
12 × 12 in (30 × 30 cm) · up to 60 of your images$1,500
12 × 12 in (30 × 30 cm) · up to 60 of your images$1,500
Lay-flat album, leather bound
12 × 12 in (30 × 30 cm) · up to 60 of your images$2,100
12 × 12 in (30 × 30 cm) · up to 60 of your images$2,100
Coffee table book, 12 × 12 in (30 × 30 cm)
50 pages (100 sides) on premium matt paper · up to 150 images$990
50 pages (100 sides) on premium matt paper · up to 150 images$990
Proof book, 8 × 10 in (20 × 25 cm)
Every photo from your day, about 2 × 3 in (5 × 7 cm) each, on standard matt paper. Typically around 35 pages (70 sides) and about 500 photos; the page count and price can vary a little with the number of photos.About $660
Every photo from your day, about 2 × 3 in (5 × 7 cm) each, on standard matt paper. Typically around 35 pages (70 sides) and about 500 photos; the page count and price can vary a little with the number of photos.About $660
Album prices apply when ordered with your booking; ordered later, they’re $1,800 and $2,400.
A small selection of photos from each shoot may appear on this website or Reid Studios’ social media. If you’d rather yours didn’t, just tick the box on your booking agreement.
Good questions
Is four hours really enough?
For most smaller weddings, yes. We plan the day so the four hours land on the moments that matter most, whether that’s the whole day in short form or just the ceremony and portraits.
How soon will we see our photos?
Your images are ready to download within 7 days. The download link stays up for three weeks, so save your own copies.
Do you travel?
Anywhere in metropolitan Melbourne is included. Regional and country weddings add a travel fee from $80, depending on distance. I’m happy to travel interstate or overseas, with travel and accommodation costs added.
We hate having our photo taken.
Most people do. I’ll guide you gently, keep things light, and you’ll forget I’m there.
Is your date free?
I take a limited number of weddings each year.
Check your date