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Weddings done different

Weddings done different

COlourFUL, JOY-FILLED WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY FOR FUN-LOVING, NON-TRADITIONAL FOLK

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Hello sweet Angels! You’re getting married! CONGRATS! Let me guess.. you’re excited for your dream vision, yet struggling to find wedding photography that really GETS you? Photos brimming with life, colour, joy, silliness and cheeky, fabulous, fun?

You crave the above as well as candid, emotive, documentary captures of your beloveds, loving hard on each other in this festival of LOVE you’re about to throw? And you want someone who’s not a weirdo (well, the right kind of weirdo), who shares your values, and is warm, kind and easy to be around to do it?

Well, well done YOU. Because you just found your solution (you clever little minx.)

  • A woman and man standing under a decorated arch at a celebration, with a disco ball overhead, plants on either side, and a patterned rug on the floor.
  • Two women dressed in colorful, vintage-style clothing and veils sharing a kiss in a decorated outdoor space with plants, framed pictures, and jewelry display on the brick wall.
  • A man in a black suit and a woman in a sparkly black dress sitting in red theater seats, engaging in conversation with each other.
  • Two women kissing in a kitchen, holding hands, with open shelves, bowls, and kitchen items in the background.
  • A woman in a unique dress and sneakers laughing and smiling while a man in a suit covers his mouth in a joyful moment, next to a woman holding a paper, with a guy reading from a paper in the background, under a decorated outdoor setting.

But FIRST,

You may have come here because of our current giveaway! Some quick info below, then back to the details you’ll want to know about who we are and how we work!

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2026 NEW YEAR GIVEAWAY!

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The first 3 couples to book a Full Day Wedding package ($4750) during late Jan to Feb (for weddings anytime throughout 2026), will receive a $2150 Creative Engagement Shoot as a GIFT!

This is wild! RUN do NOT walk!

Read more about our ethos, packages and the current engagement shoot offer below!

Getting Married in 2026?

GET ME THIS GIVEAWAY NOW!
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Hello, I’m CARLY

That’s me on the right ;)

I’m a SYDNEY-BASED WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AND I believe WEDDINGS BELONG TO EVERYONE

I HELP YOU DO thiNGS YOUr waY

Norms are for normies. I’m for the neuro-spicy, the queer-a-licious, the festival-inclined. Lovers of colour, sparkle, music, silliness, dancefloors, community and JOY.

The wedding industry can be weird. I get it. Old dusty norms can leave you feeling uninspired and a bit icked. I’m here to provide something different. I get so excited about supporting like-hearted humans reimagine their dream celebration, and deliver wedding photos that reflect who you actually are! A day that feeels like you is one that translates into photos dripping with authenticity, emotions, colour, love and joy!

Because patriarchal norms aren’t just out-dated, harmful and problematic… they’re also boring. And we can fun so hard reimagining a version much more authentically you(se)!

Whether it’s leaving behind rituals that no longer resonate, or reupholstering them to be more meaningfully, modernly You.

Whether the format is festival, carpark rave, cinema, bowlo, brewery, warehouse, camp-fest, magical forest, island or garden; or simply your favourite pub, bar, beach or backyard wedding dream. Whatever your vision is, I’m here to support it, and capture it for you to keep forever!

"LET'S FUN!"

“Our dream Wedding Photographer! Carly is a generous, organised, thoughtful angel. She dialled down our stress and made planning our DIY, backyard-festival wedding feel fun! We could be more present with our people and enjoy all the fun with her on our team! The photos capture our energy, heart and community exquisitely. The way she translates authentic moments into permanent magic is her SUPERPOWER! Thank you Carly! We love you!”

A woman and a man are walking outdoors, laughing and smiling. The woman is wearing a fancy dress with lace details and the man is in a suit and tie, holding a jacket and a coat.

— Simone & Ghassan

WHY YOU’LL WANT TO REACH OUT SOON

I live in Marrickville, in Sydney’s Inner West (but will travel for the right fit!) I love nature, my community, my bicycle, a good sound system and the purpose I derive from this beautiful work.

I bring my full human, care and creativity to all the couples I work with, as I understand photography begins well beyond the lens. Incredible photos are made when you feel seen and supported. So I carve out capacity to do this. Whether through pragmatic tips, developing timelines, insider hacks, recommendations, inspo, excitement (or even the occasional parent-whispering). I want to meet you, hear your story, what’s important to you, (what’s stressing you out), your dream celebration and how I can support it so it feels authentically You.

I therefore work with a limited amount of couples per year. I’m doing my big drive to lock in final 2026 weddings at the beginning of this year, so now is definitely the time to reach out if you’ve been deliberating or eyeing off a date. I want to hear from you!

The 2027 calendar is also open. Don’t be left heartbroken… start the conversation and find out if your date is free!

Let's CONNECT
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“I never do reviews…it takes something pretty remarkable, and I honestly can’t recommend Carly enough. I’m a photo-phobe, it was the part I was dreading. Yet somehow Carly and her magic made me LOVE it. The banter, the laughs, the warmth and the creativity! If you are looking for someone to trust who brings a beautifully calm and cheeky chilled vibe wherever she goes.. look no further. Queer weddings, lesbian weddings, straight weddings, upside down weddings…Carly is your gal.”

Two women, each holding a small child, standing outdoors near a beach with sand, grass, and trees; one woman is kissing her child on the lips, and the other is smiling with her hand on her child's face, who is holding a rainbow and cloud face mask.

— CLARE & KELLY-ANNE

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THE CURRENT GIVEAWAY!

Read below to see why everyone is loving the new creative engagement (pre-wedding) shoots. And why you’ll want to book your wedding package ASAP and bag this $2150 gift FREE!

  • Two people dressed in colorful, vintage-inspired clothing standing close together and smiling, with a blue brick wall and white-framed window behind them.
  • Two women are smiling and facing each other in an elevator decorated with graffiti and colorful notes and drawings.
  • Two individuals dressed in vibrant pink and purple clothing, standing close together outdoors. The woman has braided hair and is wearing a pink sheer top with ruffled sleeves and a black and pink lace skirt. The man has a short afro hairstyle, wearing an open pink satin robe, gold chains, and earrings, gazing into the woman's eyes with his hand on her head.
  • Two women dressed in wedding attire sharing a kiss in a decorated room with framed vintage music posters on the wall and glasses of wine on the table.
  • Two women in colorful dresses with veils, sitting at a restaurant table, holding hands, smiling. The restaurant has dim lighting, a green paneled wall, and bottles of wine on a shelf above.
  • A young woman with red hair wearing a green fur hat, green checkered tank top, and various jewelry, sitting with a young man with short dark hair and beard, wearing a green plaid shirt, both with tattoos and jewelry, in an outdoor urban setting.
  • A couple is enjoying slices of watermelon outdoors during sunset. The woman is wearing a fashionable green fuzzy hat and a checkered green and white outfit, while the man is dressed in a green patterned shirt. They are smiling and engaging with each other, with urban buildings in the background.
  • A man and a woman in tan and white sporty outfits with sunglasses sitting against a chain-link fence, beside a slender dog with a white and gray coat, in a sunny outdoor setting.
  • A woman with curly blonde hair and jewelry looking through the door of a laundromat washing machine.
  • A woman dressed in a white dress holding a disco ball inside a laundry room with teal and white tiles, surrounded by washing machines.

ENGAGEMENT SHOOTS ARE BACK

Because we made them better. No awkward posing, no cringey trad-norms (no thank you). We’re grifting inspo from cult flicks, retro nostalgia, 90’s music videos, urban street culture, your cute love story, your wedding theme/dress code. No prior experience necessary; we'll mood board our way to magic, and I'll hold your hands through the process (I promise).

  • Person with short hair wearing large glasses, holding a glittery toy gun, with star-shaped earrings, in a dimly lit room with pink and red lighting.
  • Close-up of a black leather boot with pink embroidery and a purple pleated skirt, illuminated by pink neon lighting.
  • A woman looking at herself in a mirror, applying lipstick, with pearl necklaces hanging on the wall next to the mirror, in a room illuminated with red lighting.
  • The top image shows a person taking a mirror selfie with a woman in a dimly lit room with pink neon lights, holding a bottle. The bottom image depicts a couple smiling and looking at each other in front of men's and women's restrooms labeled "GENTS" and "LADIES," in black and white, with artwork visible in the background.
  • Two women posing with drinks in a colorful, bokeh-lit setting, celebrating at a party or nightclub.
  • A woman with brown hair and glasses is taking a selfie in a mirror, wearing a patterned shirt with blue fur cuffs and accessorized earrings.
  • Two people, one with short hair and sunglasses, and the other with longer hair, glasses, and a scarf, taking a selfie outdoors in black and white, smiling and laughing.
  • Two women are celebrating in a party setting with a disco ball overhead, pink and gold outfits, and sparklers or confetti in the air, smiling and holding party noise makers.

WHY YOU NEED ONE..

Because this is a moment to celebrate. Because we can do things we can’t on your wedding day (experiment with outfits, multi-locations, roll in smoke, mud, water, whatever!) Which means more time with your guests on the day. Because it allows us to create content for your wedding website invite and get your peeps excited. Finally, because the whole experience feels like a very cute date; an urban adventure through your favourite haunts; and because you deserve this treat.

  • A woman with tattoos and blonde hair wearing a large blue hat, red lipstick, and bold jewelry, sitting indoors with a brick wall and green plants in the background.
  • Man wearing a wide-brimmed hat, orange blazer, white shirt, chunky gold chain, and earring, holding the hat with his right hand.
  • Two people kissing in front of a graffiti-covered wall with posters and colorful writing.
  • A woman with blonde hair and tattoos on her right arm is drawing a red heart with the word 'ME' inside on a mirror while smiling and licking her tongue, facing a man with dark hair, wearing a sparkly hat, who is also smiling. The background has pink tiled walls covered with various stickers and graffiti, including the words 'HARRIET' and 'NEVADA' and other signs.
  • A man and woman toasting with cocktails in a cozy, stylish bar with a brick wall and green ivy in the background.
  • Two people dressed in elaborate costumes facing each other inside a yellow-walled room with a window, one wearing a furry coat and a large hat, the other wearing a headscarf and jewelry.
  • Two women dressed in eccentric clothing, one with a fur coat and hat, the other with a black jacket and red pants, are close together in a narrow, orange-lit space. The second part of the image is a black and white photo of a man and woman standing in a similar narrow space, both wearing hats with the woman's hand on her hip.
  • Two women behind a chain-link fence, joking around and pointing at each other. One woman is dressed in a vintage style with sunglasses and a hat, while the other has long hair and is also dressed in vintage clothes. The scene appears to be outdoors with blurred buildings and trees in the background.
  • Two people dressed in retro, vintage-style clothing sitting on a bench inside an airport or waiting area, and two people dressed in western, cowboy-style clothing sitting on a chain-link fence outside.
  • A woman and a man are close to each other, smiling and touching noses in front of a graffiti-covered wall.
  • Two people dressed in vintage, eclectic clothing posing in front of a graffiti-covered wall.
  • Two people walking outdoors in warm sunlight, wearing colorful, retro fashion. They are smiling and appear joyful, with one wearing a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses, and a faux fur coat, and the other in a tan blazer, hat, and layered accessories.

“The photos! I can’t actually believe it’s us! Yet somehow so brilliantly, authentically us all at once! Everyone should experience the fun, fuck-it-ness and empowerment of the creative engagement shoots. I think it’s actual therapy! - with the gift of yourselves turned into exquisite art at the end. It’s got us soooo excited for the wedding! Nerves be gone. Wedding come at us!!”

— Jackson & Claire

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THE WEDDING PACKAGES:

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Our most popular new addition. Includes concept creation and support. Read more details and see examples above.

Psssssst! The first 3 couples to book our Full Day Wedding Package (booked for any 2026 date) will each be GIFTED one of these shoots!

Valued at:

CREATIVE ENGAGEMENT SHOOT

$2 150

8 hours photography

Includes full wedding care package. Support, catch ups, insider hacks, time-lining your day, vendor reccos, parent-whispering, therapising, smoke machine, shooting, editing, digital gallery delivery 400+ photos (in websize and high res).

FULL DAY WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY

$4 750

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Fine-Art (to die for) Print Albums.

Revolt against the screen! Treat yourself to this tangible, treasure. Print is exquisite.

Highest quality. Velvet and leather covers. Mix of colour & B&W of your fave photos. Made in Naarm, by Femme-led ethical org. Includes custom design and proofing.

RRP: $1950. Save $400 with pre-order.

Pre-order print album

$1 550

See if your date is available

“Carly was an absolute dream to work with and we’re OBSESSED with our photos and print album! Friends have said they’re the best wedding photos they’ve ever seen.”

— Jacqui & Adam

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  • "Do yourself a favor and lock this radiant magical unicorn of a photographer in NOW or be forever sad you missed out!"

    -Eve Flowers

  • "Carly is absolutely amazing. One of those few souls you meet in your life who are just extra special. Her skills are beyond. Her photos made me cry and laugh, and I think it takes someone incredibly talented to emote you right back into a memory like that. Just magical. Crying!"

    —Theresa & Jake

  • ”If you are reading this, contact Carly right now and book her! She is brilliant! Delightful, kind, fun, organised… and we were BLOWN AWAY by the photos!! Priceless, magical, memory treasures! THANK YOU Carly!”

    -Zain & Richard

  • "Hands down the best decision I made. Not just an extraordinary talent, Carly is an incredible human making others feel seen, supported and beautiful. The results are in the photos. When I first received them I cried. She is an artist spreading the joy that the world needs."

    —Manoli & Cat

  • "6 STARS!! ⭐️ We couldn't recommend Carly more highly! She's passionate, vibrant, insightful and calming. A wildly talented photographer, and a true gem of a human!"

    —Lil & Ken

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My wedding photography service is personalised to bring you a meaningful experience. As such I only take a limited number of weddings per year. 
If you are a fun-loving, non-traditional couple looking for emotive and joyful photos, fill out the form to explore your vision and date!
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Two women smiling and touching faces, one holding a glass of beer, with sunlight shining behind them, outdoors in front of a graffiti-covered wall.
A couple facing each other intimately in a grocery store aisle, with shelves of canned goods on either side. The woman has curly blonde hair and is wearing a white dress with jewelry, while the man has medium-length brown hair and is dressed in a black jacket with pearls. The woman is holding a jar of food, and the text 'HELLO MAY' is overlaid on the image.
Two women dressed in elegant dresses with veils are sitting at a restaurant table, clinking glasses and smiling at each other. The wall behind them has the words 'Dancing With' and an illustration of birds and leaves.
Two women with tulle veils playfully leaning into each other in a laundromat with front-loading washing machines; one woman's hand gently touches the other's face. The scene has a joyful, intimate mood.