NEWCASTLE & HUNTER VALLEY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER

Candid, Timeless, Breathtaking Photography

DON’T LET YOUR WEDDING DAY SLIP AWAY. CAPTURE IT, TREASURE IT AND relive it forever.

We're here to preserve every laugh, tear, and heart-warming gaze. Based in Newcastle and the Hunter Valley, we bring local expertise and a keen eye for those blink-and-you’ll-miss-it moments, so you can treasure your day for a lifetime.

Subtle Presence

We blend into the background, letting your day unfold naturally.

Local Tips

From Newcastle's underrated beaches to the Hunter Valley's world-class vineyards, we know all the best spots.

Emotion Focussed

We’re all about capturing feelings, not just faces.

Showcase

The Signature Moments Collection

For couples who want the best of both worlds. Beautiful photography and a cinematic film that tells the story of your day.

The Signature COLLECTION

Moments

Everything from the quiet morning moments to the dance floor celebrations. Natural, candid, and full of life.

Inclusions:

  • 8h coverage

  • One photographer

  • Pre-wedding consultation

  • Sneak-peek photos shared 1-2 days after the wedding

  • Online gallery of images — accessible anywhere, easy to download and share images

    2-3 min Wedding Highlight Film

  • Included in this package is a beautifully crafted 2 - 3 minute highlight film.

  • A mix of real, unscripted moments and all the heartfelt details

This is more than just photos. It is the full story of your day told in a way that feels genuine, timeless and uniquely you.

Photography Collections

A dedicated photo shoot with Ludo on your wedding day. Flexible options to cover preparations, ceremony, cocktail hour, and reception.

Photo COLLECTION ONE

Essentials

Everything you need to ensure your day is captured beautifully.

Inclusions:

  • 6h coverage

  • Professional photographer

  • Pre-wedding consultation

  • Sneak-peek photos shared 1-2 days after the wedding

  • Online gallery of images — accessible anywhere, easy to download and share images

Photo COLLECTION Two

Plus

An extended shooting window to make sure all the best dance moves are caught at the reception.

Inclusions:

  • 8h coverage

  • Professional photographer

  • Pre-wedding consultation

  • Sneak-peek photos shared 1-2 days after the wedding

  • Online gallery of images — accessible anywhere, easy to download and share images

Photo COLLECTION THree

Complete

A full 10 hours ensures you capture every moment, from morning preparations to lights out.

Inclusions:

  • 10h coverage

  • Professional photographer

  • Pre-wedding consultation

  • Sneak-peek photos shared 1-2 days after the wedding

  • Online gallery of images — accessible anywhere, easy to download and share images

Photo collections starting from $2,700 AUD

Photography Add-Ons

We offer a range of flexible photography add-ons to enhance your wedding shoot.

  • Extra hours

  • Second photographer

  • Engagement session

  • RAW files

  • 2-3 minute highlights film

  • Travel

Add a Short Highlights Video

Film

Add-On

Transform your memories into motion with our Short Highlights Film add-on. This 2-3 minute cinematic recap, set to music, captures the essence of your day in a way that complements your photos perfectly.

“The quality of his workmanship is beyond words. We have so many fantastic photos to pick from. Ludo was so friendly and just blended in perfectly with our family and friends.”

— Ian and Charm

Elopements & Intimate Celebrations

Planning a cozy elopement or an intimate wedding? We'd love to be part of your special day! While our standard collections are designed for traditional weddings, we understand that every love story is unique.

Get in touch with us, and we'll craft a custom quote tailored perfectly to your elopement or small wedding needs. Let's create something magical together, no matter the size of your celebration!

Our Signature Style

Newcastle
Wedding Photography

Whether it's thongs and suits at Nobbys Beach or a vineyard soirée in the Hunter Valley, we're there to document it all. Our style is authentic, natural, and as unique as your love story.

  • “Ludo captured so many raw moments, not just of us but of our guests as well. We love how he edited our photos to make them bright and happy, which is exactly what we wanted to remember the happiest day of our life.”

    — Kirby

  • “We booked Ludo for our wedding in September and people have not stopped complimenting us on our beautiful photos!! Right from the start, Ludo was professional, lovely to deal with, and helped us create the most incredible memories of our big day!”

    — Chris

  • “Ludo was the photographer at our wedding, and it was the best decision to book him. I have showed our photos to a few friends and they tell us we have a very rare problem - too many amazing photos to choose which ones to print.”

    — Rebecca

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FAQs

  • As soon as you've set a date! We limit our bookings to ensure each couple gets our full attention.

  • The best way I can describe it is probably in the moment!

    Weddings are a day of romantic moments and joyful experiences, not forced poses and endless staged pictures. You definitely want a few group shots of family and friends which will be posed, and during your bridal portraits you’ll find I might direct you towards the good light and suggest you have a little dance, or a moment together in spots that will look epic for a photo—but around that, I will shoot your wedding in a relaxed, photojournalistic style (which is just a fancy way of saying 'as the day unfolds'!)

    The shots will be natural and candid leaving you with a record of your authentic, truly happy day.

  • Absolutely! We love capturing intimate celebrations. Every elopement is unique, so we offer custom packages tailored to your specific needs. Contact us to discuss your plans and we'll create a package that's perfect for your day.

  • There are several factors to take into account here, but the key ones are the locations you will be at throughout the day, the travel time between venues and the style of the final images. A simple way to calculate this is to work out the beginning and the end. What is the first image you want recorded? For example, getting ready for the wedding. And what is the last image you want? For example, leaving the reception. I find this normally adds up to between 8 to 10 hours and will give you a complete story of your wedding.

  • Relaxed, fun, approachable and most importantly, calm. My goal is to bring your wedding story to life but not intrude on the most special of days. With a bit of luck, you won’t even know I’m there.

  • This all depends on the season the wedding is being held in and the time of day. If it’s a winter ceremony and later in the day, we may well run out of light, so I would strongly recommend photos before. On the other hand, if it’s a summer celebration where the light (and heat) can be a bit harsh from late morning to late afternoon I would suggest you to have the photos afterward for the improved lighting and the comfort of your guests.

  • There is no exact science to this. Obviously the larger the family the longer it will take. I try not to rush these important memories, as this tends to give staged and very unnatural pictures. The photos tend to be done between the service and the reception and can take up to one and a half hours, so it’s important to factor this in, especially if you are also planning a receiving line at your reception.

  • This one is completely up to you. You already have professional photographers and videographers capturing your day, so opting for an unplugged ceremony means your guests to can really savour the moment.

  • 1 - 2 days after your wedding you’ll receive around 10 sneak peek images. Following that the full gallery will be delivered in around 6 - 8 weeks.

Ready to Preserve Your Wedding Day?

Let's chat about capturing your day, your way, so you can relive every moment for years to come.