• A bride and groom stand in front of a white helicopter on a sandy area, with striking red cliffs and a blue sky in the background—captured by Broome South West Photographer.
  • A smiling bride and groom stand arm-in-arm beside a pool, surrounded by palm trees. The bride holds a bouquet of white flowers, wearing a sleeveless white dress; the groom wears a black tuxedo with a bow tie.
  • A bride in a white dress and hat stands with eight bridesmaids in red dresses, each holding floral wreaths. They pose outdoors on a sunny day, surrounded by trees and grass.
  • A couple stands on a beach at sunset, embodying the serene romance often featured in the Broome Wedding Vendor Directory. The woman, in her floral dress holding purple roses, and the man, dressed smartly with a bow tie and boutonniere, are close as he gently rests his head on hers.
  • A couple stands facing each other on a rug in the breathtaking desert landscape of Broome with red sand and rocky terrain. The woman is in a white dress, and the man dons a tan suit and hat. Sparse vegetation thrives under a clear blue sky, captured beautifully by their wedding photographer.
  • A couple stands in a field of tall grass, smiling and holding drinks. The woman wears a white dress and a hat, while the man wears a beige suit. Trees and hills are visible in the background under a soft, natural light.
  • A man kneels on one knee proposing to a woman in a red dress beside a calm river, surrounded by trees and greenery. Captured in natural light, this romantic moment is beautifully documented by a Broome Wedding Photographer.
  • A man in a light blue shirt is smiling and holding a happy baby in denim overalls. They are standing on a beach with reddish rock formations in the background, and the sun is shining brightly.
  • A couple dressed in wedding attire stands on a sandy beach in front of vivid orange cliffs under a clear blue sky, captured by a Broome South West Photographer. The dramatic landscape dominates, making the couple appear small.
  • A bride in a white dress smiles down at the baby she cradles, her groom in a black tuxedo standing joyfully by her side. Captured by a Broome Wedding Photographer, they stand on a sandy beach with the ocean whispering behind them.
  • A bride and groom are standing barefoot on a sandy beach. The bride, in a white dress, is holding a bouquet of flowers and laughing. The groom is wearing a light-colored blazer, shirt, dark pants, and a bow tie, smiling at her. The sea is in the background.
  • A man and woman kneel on a sandy beach with a baby and a small dog. The woman wears a floral crown and white dress, while the man wears a white shirt and shorts. The baby reaches towards the dog, and the ocean is in the background.
  • Five men in black suits and sunglasses walk together outdoors among palm trees on a sunny day. Near white tables and chairs with a clear blue sky and water, they look ready for a celebration—perfect for the Broome Wedding Directory.
  • A couple stands on a rocky shoreline at sunset, captured perfectly by a Broome wedding photographer. The woman, in a white lace dress, and the man, in a light suit with a hat, lean in for a kiss against the backdrop of ocean waves and a golden sky.

Broome + south west wedding, elopement and family photographer

Photographs are how we hold onto the chapters of our lives long after the moment has passed. They’re not just images on a screen or files tucked away somewhere – they become powerful reminders, taking us back to how it all felt, who we shared the moment with and the sense of place that framed it all.

As your photographer, I want you to feel at ease and free to be yourselves, so everything unfolds naturally. Whether it’s a sunset couple shoot, a proposal on a rocky outcrop, your wedding day, or a relaxed family session, I document it with honesty, warmth, and a deep appreciation for the landscape around you. My approach is unobtrusive and focused on natural moments that are never staged.

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A bride in a white dress holding a bouquet stands with a groom in light-colored clothes before a textured red rock formation on a beach under a clear sky, perfectly captured by a Broome Wedding Photographer.
A bride and groom walk barefoot on a sandy beach, holding hands, as a Broome Wedding Photographer captures the moment with a white helicopter and rocky cliffs in the background under a clear blue sky.
Person in a white dress holds a floral wreath made of white and rust-colored flowers with dried grass accents. The dress has a belt and detailed embroidery. The background shows a forest setting with trees and fallen leaves.

OH HEY THERE!

I am Julia, a West Australian photographer who’s been lucky enough to capture many beautiful weddings, elopements and families across Broome and the South West for over a decade now.

I like being in nature, hiking and exploring new places, dogs, playing ping pong with my husband Gerard and I also enjoy taking creative, natural and non-awkward photos of people in pretty places.

ABOUT Julia

”
We are so happy we booked Julia to photograph our wedding!!! My husband and I both typically feel very uncomfortable in front of a camera but we are obsessed with the photos we received! ”

— Megan & Troy

KIND WORDS

A bride and groom share a kiss outdoors under a flowing veil, with the ocean and rocky shoreline blurred in the background. Captured in black and white by a Broome South West Photographer.

MADDI + ADAM

Julia was the perfect photographer for our big day! Photography was our number one priority for our wedding and she perfectly captured us and our guests. Our wedding day was absolute chaos with non-stop rain but Julia quickly adapted to make sure we still got beautiful photos. She was organised, professional and kept everyone on time. We didn’t have to worry about a thing on the day.

A smiling bride and groom stand arm-in-arm beside a pool, surrounded by palm trees. The bride holds a bouquet of white flowers, wearing a sleeveless white dress; the groom wears a black tuxedo with a bow tie.

Jess + KRISTIAN

Julia was our wedding photographer and she was absolutely incredible. She made us feel so comfortable in front of the camera, nothing ever felt forced, and we honestly had so much fun the whole time. The photos she captured are beyond amazing, and we’ll treasure them forever. Thank you, Julia, for giving us memories we can look back on for a lifetime.

A bride and groom stand holding hands beside a leafless tree on an orange dirt path, with green bushes and the blue ocean in the background under a clear blue sky.

LEANNE + BEN

Julia is absolutely amazing! From the first email to the wedding day everything was so easy. We worked together to decide on locations, as we were doing a first look and had quite a bit of time before the ceremony, and they were perfect. We wanted boab trees and just to cruise around finding little spots we liked the look of and Julia got it spot on! Julia made our wedding day so special by capturing it perfectly and we will now have these photos to cherish forever.

MY SERVICES

Whether it’s your wedding, elopement or a family session, from our first contact all the way to delivering your photos, I am committed to creating a personalised experience for you.

A beach wedding ceremony unfolds with the couple standing under an arch, exchanging vows. Families gather on the sand, with cliffs and a clear sky in the background. Sunlight casts long shadows as guests enjoy the view, some using umbrellas for shade during this intimate family affair.

WEDDINGS

A couple stands outdoors, smiling at the camera against a backdrop reminiscent of popular wedding venues in Broome. The man wears a light shirt and straw hat; the woman is in a white dress. Theyre surrounded by greenery, with a pristine blue sky visible in the background.

ELOPEMENTS

A cheerful family gathered on a sandy slope by the beach, captured perfectly by a Broome Wedding Photographer. An older woman in a yellow shirt stands behind two young children, while a man sits in front with a toddler on his shoulders and another on his lap under the clear blue sky.

FAMILY

Two people stand on a sandy landscape under a clear blue sky, smiling. Both wear orange and navy work shirts. The person on the left holds a shovel, and the person on the right holds traction mats. Sparse grass is visible on the sand—a scene any Broome wedding photographer would adore.

BRAND & BUSINESS

  • A couple in wedding attire walks through a grassy field at sunset near Coconutz BnB at Coconut Well, with sparse trees and a golden sky creating a warm, romantic atmosphere.
  • A bride in a white dress sits on the edge of a bed at Mangrove Hotel while three bridesmaids in black help adjust her shoes in a bright, modern bedroom with framed ocean photos on the wall.
  • A bride and groom in white walk down metal stairs through red rocky cliffs toward a sandy beach, captured by a Broome South West Photographer, with a single tree and calm ocean in the background under a cloudy sky.
  • A sandy beach with white lounge chairs and umbrellas, some fabric flowing in the wind. In the background, a modern building sits atop grassy dunes under a partly cloudy blue sky—captured by a Broome South West Photographer.
  • A wedding ceremony outdoors by the water at Mangrove Hotel Broome, with the bride and groom standing under a wooden arch, surrounded by bridesmaids and groomsmen, as guests sit on white chairs watching.
  • A white helicopter rests on sandy ground before striking red cliffs. Captured by a Broome South West Photographer, a couple in wedding attire stands nearby under a clear blue sky.
  • A bride and groom share a kiss outdoors under a flowing veil, with the ocean and rocky shoreline blurred in the background. Captured in black and white by a Broome South West Photographer.
  • A wedding ceremony taking place on a sandy beach, with guests seated under umbrellas. Broome South West Photographer captures the wedding party near a white wooden arch, with dunes and a palm tree in the background under a partly cloudy sky.

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Get in touch

It all starts with a simple hello. Fill out my contact form with a few details about yourselves and your plans so far. This is your chance to share your vision, big or small, including dates and locations you have in mind. I’ll get back to you within 24 hours.

A couple embraces and kisses on a sandy beach at sunset, their love captured perfectly by a Broome wedding photographer. The woman in a white lace dress and the man in a white shirt are set against the illuminated horizon and ocean waves, creating an unforgettable moment.
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Make a booking

Once you’ve decided we’re the perfect fit, securing your date is easy.  I’ll send you a link to your booking page that will include your contract and initial invoice for the 25% booking fee. After the contract is signed and the booking fee paid, your date is officially locked in.

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Let’s do this

Once it’s all official, we can start the planning of your big day. I’m here to guide you every step of the way and answer any questions, recommend trusted vendors, and help bring your vision to life, making your elopement as effortless and magical as it should be.

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”
Julia was an absolute dream photographer. She instantly made us feel comfortable and captured our day so naturally. No awkward poses, just real and beautiful moments. ”

— Gemma & Matt

GOT SOME QUESTIONS?

I am thrilled you’re asking! Fill out my contact form and I will get back to you with my price list and availability.

I tend to book dates 6-12 months in advance. Certain months book quicker than others so as soon as you have a date in mind send me an enquiry.

Absolutely! There are certain factors I consider when planning your wedding timeline. One being, when the sun will be setting, which will dictate how much available day light we have. Another factor I consider is what’s most important for you both as a couple. We can discuss these details during our initial Zoom call.

Your photographs will be individually edited and presented to you via a password protected online gallery.

Your will receive your wedding gallery within 4 weeks. Turn around for family photos is around 7-10 days.

Sure can! You’re welcome to book a Zoom call with me or give me a call on 0417435999.

Simply get in touch by filling in the contact form below and tell me a little bit about yourself and what you have in mind for your photo session. Once we have agreed on a date, I will email you a retainer invoice and an online agreement for you to sign so we can lock things in.

  • A couple in elegant attire strolls barefoot along a rocky beach at sunset, captured beautifully by a Broome wedding photographer. The woman holds white flowers while the man gently rests his hand on her shoulder. The sun casts a warm glow over this idyllic scene.

On the hunt for a team of rad vendors?


My love of photographing people is what got me into wedding photography. Having been shooting weddings and elopements across Western Australia since 2015 I have had the absolute pleasure to be working with many amazing wedding vendors. To make things a little easier for you during the planning process I’ve put together directories of some of my favourite suppliers for Broome and the South West.

WEDDING Vendor DIRECTORies
A man in shorts and a white shirt stands on a sandy path by the sea, holding and kissing a woman in a white dress who raises a bouquet, captured perfectly by Broome Wedding Photographer. The sky is clear and blue, with rocky coastline in the background.
A man kneels and proposes to a woman in a red dress by a forested riverbank, surrounded by lush green trees and water—a romantic outdoor scene captured perfectly by a Broome Wedding Photographer.
A bride in a white dress and veil gives a piggyback ride to a groom in a suit on a sandy beach at sunset, both smiling and joyful with the sun shining behind them, perfectly captured by a Broome Wedding Photographer.
A bride and groom stand together on a sandy beach beneath tall, red cliffs and a vast blue sky, beautifully captured by a Broome Wedding Photographer. Minimal clouds are visible.
A smiling couple walks outdoors in warm sunlight. The man has his arm around the woman’s shoulders, and both wear light, summery clothes. Captured by a Broome Wedding Photographer, they look happy with trees and soft sunlight in the background.

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  • A beach wedding ceremony under a simple white canopy, beautifully captured by a renowned wedding photographer from Broome. The couple stands facing each other with an officiant and a guest nearby. Palm trees and a clear blue sky set the scene, while a table with flowers graces the sandy backdrop.
  • Two people walk hand in hand along a serene beach during their Broome elopement, with clear blue skies above. The shoreline is gently lapped by waves, and rocky cliffs are visible in the background.
  • A woodland wedding ceremony with guests seated on both sides of an aisle lined with fairy lights. A couple stands at an altar adorned with flowers and greenery, surrounded by tall trees. Sunlight filters through the foliage.
  • A white helicopter rests on sandy ground before towering red-orange cliffs under a clear blue sky; a bride and groom, captured by Broome South West Photographer, stand nearby holding hands.
  • A couple dressed in white stands barefoot on a sandy beach at sunset. The woman holds a bouquet and smiles at the man, who is wearing sunglasses. Rocky formations and soft waves are visible in the background.

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