Thoughtful, story-led and grounded in genuine connection, The Photobrief approaches wedding photography as a way of documenting not just how a day looks, but how it truly feels. Blending documentary observation with an editorial eye, their work captures emotion, relationships and design with equal care. We spoke with The Photobrief about trust, storytelling and creating imagery that reflects the full experience of a wedding day.
Eryndae approaches wedding photography with a focus on emotion, presence and honesty. Her work is documentary at heart, capturing relationships and moments as they naturally unfold, without force or expectation. We spoke with Eryndae about intentional storytelling, creative freedom and photographing weddings in a way that feels true to the people at the centre of the day.
With a background that spans childhood weekends assisting her father at weddings to years spent in TV and film, Cat Arwel brings a deeply intuitive, story-led perspective to wedding photography. Her work sits comfortably between documentary and editorial, shaped by a love of old cinema, fashion and the quiet drama of real moments unfolding. We spoke with Cat about authenticity, creative freedom, and why the most powerful images are often the ones you never plan for.
An enduring part of Melbourne’s dining and events landscape, Stokehouse offers a celebration setting defined by light, water and a quietly confident sense of style. Perched directly on the bay, it pairs panoramic views with refined, contemporary interiors and a food and wine experience that has shaped the city’s hospitality story for decades. We sat down with the team to talk about what makes celebrating at Stokehouse feel so distinctly special, from intimate weddings to full venue takeovers by the sea.
YNS Floral has become known for wedding floristry that feels romantic without being overworked, and considered without ever feeling forced. At the heart of the brand is a deep sensitivity to mood, space and feeling, where florals quietly shape the atmosphere rather than dominate it. We sat down with founder Yuna to talk about her intuitive approach to design, collaboration, and creating moments that feel deeply personal for every couple.
Jalisa Roslyn’s path into wedding photography is rooted in a lifelong relationship with the arts, shaped by years of movement, music and creative expression. What began as a college film class quickly became a devotion to observing emotion, connection and the fleeting moments that so often pass unnoticed. Today, her work centres on documentary storytelling with an artistic sensibility, creating photographs intended to live on as meaningful, multi-generational heirlooms.
Ashley Joyce began photographing weddings in 2013, after a second-shooting experience showed her the creative freedom of a wedding day. She was drawn to the energy, the movement and the significance of creating photographs that genuinely matter to the people in them. Her work today focuses on thoughtful, artful storytelling, with feeling always leading the way.
Daniel Silbert has been photographing weddings for over 15 years and his work is rooted in a documentary approach that values restraint, emotional honesty and the moments that often pass unnoticed. Less concerned with spectacle and more with how a wedding truly felt, Daniel creates images designed to be returned to, not just admired.
Joy by Ash is guided by feeling first. With roots in a lifelong love of observation and an instinct for beauty, her approach to wedding photography is shaped by romance, emotion and an effortless sense of ease. Drawing on influences from fashion, film and analogue photography, she captures celebrations in a way that feels modern, joyful and deeply personal.
Helaina Storey brings a photographer’s eye shaped by years spent inside weddings from every angle. With a background in planning, her work is rooted in deep observation, emotional intelligence and an instinct for the moments that sit just beneath the surface. Her approach blends documentary honesty with an editorial edge, capturing weddings as living, breathing stories rather than curated events.
Oliver J’s approach to wedding photography is driven by feeling first. With over a decade behind the camera, his work is defined by movement, emotion and a fine art–editorial sensibility that never loses its warmth. Equal parts hype man and quiet observer, Oliver brings energy, ease and a deep appreciation for human connection to every wedding he photographs.
Nearly two decades in, Kimon’s approach to wedding photography is rooted less in instruction and more in intuition, shaped by an ability to read a room, earn trust quickly, and let people be exactly who they are. The result is work that feels quietly cinematic, deeply personal, and never aware of itself.
Emerging from the stillness of lockdown, The Falkenburgs found their way into wedding photography with a clear sense of intention and quiet confidence. Their work lives in the space between editorial and documentary, where creative freedom meets deep trust, and moments are observed rather than orchestrated. With a calm, thoughtful approach, they create imagery that feels honest to the day and enduring in its emotional pull.
Sugar Bee Flowers is known for its soft, seasonal florals and an approach that feels deeply connected to nature and place. Founded in the Yarra Valley, the studio has built a reputation for thoughtful colour palettes, gentle movement and quietly abundant arrangements. At its heart, Sugar Bee is about creating floral stories that feel personal, intentional and timeless.
At the heart of Hitched With Jazz is a belief that the ceremony should be just as memorable as the celebration that follows. Blending a creative background in fashion with a natural ability to connect, Jazz crafts ceremonies that reflect who couples truly are together. Each one is considered, romantic and designed to set the tone for the entire day.
For Ministry of DJs, wedding entertainment is about far more than filling a dance floor. It’s about understanding emotion, shaping atmosphere and creating moments that feel deeply personal to each couple. With decades of experience and a growing presence in destination weddings, the brand continues to set the standard for considered, connection-led celebrations.
These eight new names are the latest to join the THEODORE Wedding Guide. Each brings a distinct point of view, a deep respect for craft, and a shared commitment to creating meaningful, beautifully considered celebrations. We’re delighted to introduce the creatives shaping the next chapter of weddings within THEODORE.
Blue Reverie is a quiet exploration of modern wedding romance, unfolding through soft structure, tactile detail and the calming hues of the South Coast.
Erin Morrison has been photographing weddings since 2012, guided by a deeply personal understanding of what it means to feel seen in front of the camera. Her work is people-first, shaped by honest conversation, emotional awareness and a calm, steady presence on the day. At its core, Erin’s approach is about creating space for couples to feel supported, confident and wholly themselves, knowing the experience matters just as much as the photographs.
Set within rolling Tasmanian countryside, Calstock Estate 1831 offers the rare feeling of a wedding grounded in history and quiet beauty. The heritage-listed Georgian manor and its manicured gardens create a sense of calm romance, where elegance feels natural rather than styled. It is a place where celebrations unfold slowly, intentionally, and with a deep connection to the land and its past.
Fotis Sid approaches wedding photography with quiet confidence and a deep respect for real moments. Based in Greece and photographing weddings across Europe and beyond, his work is defined by real emotion and a timeless sense of ease.
Fifteen years into her career, Rae Marshall still photographs weddings with genuine excitement and instinct. Her work moves fluidly between softness and edge, fashion influence and raw emotion, always led by light and feeling rather than formula. Each image is approached as an artwork, considered, alive with movement, and rooted in the real moments that matter most.
For celebrant Sarah O’Grady, ceremony is less about performance and more about presence. With a background shaped by teaching, storytelling and a deep love of meaningful milestones, her approach centres on connection, warmth and quiet observation. Each ceremony becomes a considered gathering, one that honours love in all its ordinary, extraordinary detail.
Founded in 1999 by Murray Crane, Crane Brothers grew out of a deep immersion in high-fashion menswear and a desire to rethink how men dress in everyday life. Shaped by years working with designers such as Martin Margiela, Comme des Garçons and Helmut Lang, Murray developed a lasting respect for concept, construction and intent. Recognising a widening gap between traditional tailoring and modern living, Crane Brothers was born from the belief that menswear could be disciplined yet wearable, refined yet deeply human.
Airlie & Co has become known for a beauty experience that feels as considered as it is personal. Grounded in connection, emotional intelligence and refined artistry, the brand offers far more than hair and makeup, creating a calm, nurturing presence from first enquiry through to the wedding morning itself. With a focus on trust, intuition and thoughtful care, Airlie & Co curates beauty experiences that feel effortless, deeply supportive and centred on how each client wants to feel.
Married By Tori is known for ceremonies that feel both beautifully composed and deeply felt. With a calm presence and a modern, romantic sensibility, Tori creates ceremonies that honour each couple’s story with intention, warmth and authenticity. Her approach is less about performance and more about connection, crafting moments that feel timeless, personal and quietly unforgettable.
From architectural statements to countryside estates and design-led spaces redefining the way we celebrate, these nine wedding venues are setting the tone for 2026. Each offers something distinct, whether it’s a strong sense of place, a refined aesthetic, or an experience that feels genuinely considered. Together, they reflect a shift towards weddings that are intentional, immersive and deeply personal.
Yaya Films approaches wedding filmmaking with a quiet reverence for connection, presence and emotional honesty. Rooted in making people feel completely at ease, their work favours feeling over perfection, capturing days as they are lived rather than staged. The result is storytelling that feels less like a production and more like a memory, one you can return to and feel, again and again.
Australian photographer Joel of Barefoot & Bearded isn’t interested in perfection; he’s interested in capturing the truth. What began as an unexpected leap from surf photography into a friend’s wedding has evolved into deeply intuitive, documentary-led wedding photography rooted in presence, curiosity and genuine human connection. His work departs from the perfectly curated, copy-and-paste mould of modern wedding photography, instead honouring the real, unrepeatable moments that become a family’s visual history. For Joel, photography is less about performance and more about heirlooms; images that feel lived-in, honest and undeniably you.
As we enter a new year and you start searching for a wedding venue that feels genuinely considered, quietly impressive, and entirely of the moment, this is one to have firmly on your radar.