your experience
We’ll be bringing a whole lot of great energy, along with our camera gear, when we set off to see you on the big day! It’s ALL about the experience & we promise to make yours an incredible one from the moment we arrive.
Take a look at MY processes
As your photographer, I will seamlessly blend into the background throughout your day & jump front & centre to direct you when needed. I won’t be setting up a myriad of tripods & lighting equipment that will get in the way of you & your guests, or detract from the beautiful setting you’ve worked so hard to plan & design. Using the very best mirrorless cameras that are dual-card to back up your images instantly, & an on-camera flash set up for perfect lighting when needed, these are hand-held to allow me to move quickly & not miss a moment.
good times.
This is a non-negotiable for us! Your day should be full of love, laughter & fun! We promise to add to the good times & great vibes on the day, as our many reviews are testament to. The experience you have with your photographer can really impact your day & is just as important as the photos they take. We’ll lift the mood from the moment we arrive - guaranteed!
great photos.
It goes without saying that the quality of your photos is paramount. With over 20 years of experience behind the camera, you’re in the very best of hands. All post-wedding editing is also personally done by me - I refuse to outsource this process to save time. In fact, 90% of my work is done after the actual wedding day. It’s definitely a labour of love! Every single image is painstakingly edited, individually. I’m a perfectionist & I truly do love this part of the process. Your investment is paying for SO much more than a few hours on the day & your memories deserve that.
lasting memories.
Your photos will become the most important & long-lasting reminder of your day. They will be handed down to & be cherished by the generations of your family to come. They are everything. The cake will be eaten & the flowers will wilt, but your photos will become your visual memories of that one perfect day. They will be with you forever. There is no more important investment.
your day, your way.
Be your unique, beautiful selves & don’t forget to have fun! You’ve planned this day for what probably feels like forever. Now is the time to soak up every magical moment & really BE in the moment. It goes by so fast, but we’ll be there to remind you to pause every now & then & take it all in. The day is finally here!
“We cannot recommend Shan enough. She was absolutely incredible to work with & honestly made the process throughout the day stress free. With simple direction, she took so many impeccably natural shots, without us having to feel like we were ‘posing’ for every photo, to later regret it. Shan was a ray of sunshine to have around on the day with the bubbliest of personalities. She just radiated warmth & welcoming which made our day so much better! If you’re wanting natural styled shots that are nothing short of amazing, she is your go-to girl! Shan, thank you truly from the bottom of our hearts for capturing our day.”
ASHLEIGH & FRANCE, CALDERMEADE, VIC.
“We could not recommend Captured Photography and Design anymore if we tried! Shan is the most amazing and talented woman that you could want to capture every moment of the most special day a couple could have. Shan just got so many moments that make up the day from start to finish. She was very sweet with our fur baby who was part of our day. When we received our photos there were things that she saw and captured but we hadn't and that's what you want. The presentation of the incredible amount of final photos we received in the gorgeous slide show was so beautiful I was crying and have watched it so many times…then the box we received with our USB was so incredibly beautiful/ adorable/perfect I actually gasped!”
SARAH & MARK,VALLEY VIEW MANOR, TOONGABBIE, VIC.
Faqs
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The images you receive are unlimited for all packages. Obviously, the longer we are with you, the more images I’ll take & you can rest assured that every single image, that I know you’ll love, will be edited & provided in your final online gallery. All of our couples are amazed at just how much of their day is captured…we won’t miss a moment while we’re with you!.
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No, as the editing process is where the magic happens! It’s a bit like providing a customer with a half-baked cake! RAW images also require certain software to open, so trust me - you want the edited, high resolution files that I’ve spent time processing, colour correcting, meticulously editing & turning into the memories you will cherish forever.
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I use the very best professional mirrorless cameras that back up in-camera, so you can rest assured that your precious memories are safely backed up from the moment they are taken. I also keep your final edited gallery securely backed up in both online & offline storage, indefinitely. That peace of mind is priceless, should anything happen to your precious pics at your end!
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Absolutely! I will happily work with you to create a timeline that flows & allows me to capture as much of your day as possible. I know what works & what doesn’t work so well, so will help in any way that I can!
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No, I’m the one behind the camera at every wedding. I don’t miss a moment by shooting solo - Shaun is there to help in every way, but it is me with the decades of experience behind the camera. We’ll still capture you both getting ready if you’re after that & I'm well versed in planning the perfect timeline to ensure we can capture it all. I choose not to outsource second shooters, as I know that I can capture every single moment & provide the personalised service & quality that I love to provide. When you look through my galleries, you can rest easy knowing that it will be me taking every single photo. Not a random associate second shooter who is simply there for a paid gig. I’m a perfectionist & your wedding day deserves nothing less.
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You sure can! Your digital images are provided in your beautifully curated gallery, print-ready, & you receive full printing rights to print them when & wherever you choose.
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Feel like you might need an extra hour or two? Hours can be added to all packages if you feel like you’d love just a bit more time with us & more of your day captured. Just ask & I’ll design a package that’s perfect for you & your timeline.
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You have two options when booking your wedding photography package - a payment plan option, paid in monthly interest-free instalments, or full payment upfront upon booking.
I provide a very special ‘thank you discount’ when my couples pay for their package upfront, as when full payment is made upon booking, it allows us to plan our travel in advance, so it’s a win-win for us all!
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You’re in the very best hands & we promise that this is such a common concern. We’re well known for putting our couples at ease from the word go & believe the most memorable photos are captured when you’re relaxed & having fun! We won’t overly pose you, but will guide you on the day, to capture candid, relaxed & authentic photos of you both. Even the most nervous couples end up having a blast! We’ll make your experience in front of the camera super fun & you’ll feel like you’re hanging out with old friends! That’s when the best photos are captured. You bring the love - we’ll do the rest!
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No, I’m 100% solely focused on capturing amazing still images of you both - it’s been my personal passion for over 20 years & it’s what I do best! I truly believe you’re much better off to book a separate videographer. That way, you have two professionals who are focused on capturing every moment in their own field of expertise & I don’t miss moments switching between the two mediums. Some photographers employ an associate to shoot video & create a ‘2 in 1’ package, & each to their own, but it’s the complete opposite experience to the personalised service that I love to provide & have become well known for. I'm all about your photos! ❤️