Paul & Jess – Joondalup Resort Wedding

Mar 1, 2018 | Jason Tey, Wedding

These two were married at Joondalup Resort on a HUMID February day. Whilst it was uncomfortable with sweat dripping down our faces, we still had the best time.

The people are everything… I remember my first meeting with Paul and Jess. Pretty much the entire meeting we were cracking jokes and having a laugh so as soon as that meeting ended I knew it was a precursor to an epic wedding day. Adrian and I shooting this wedding… it was meant to be!

These two were married at Joondalup Resort on a HUMID February day. Whilst it was uncomfortable with sweat dripping down our faces, we still had the best time.

The people are everything… I remember my first meeting with Paul and Jess. Pretty much the entire meeting we were cracking jokes and having a laugh so as soon as that meeting ended I knew it was a precursor to an epic wedding day. Adrian and I shooting this wedding… it was meant to be!

Here are my favourite images from their wedding. I’ve even included one of me at work shot by Adrian. I never generally include these images but in this case it was actually a very good memory of having us shoot their big day!

Photos by JASON TEY and ADRIAN TAN

Joondalup Resort Wedding

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Nick & Chris Scarborough Wedding

Jan 24, 2018 | Jason Tey, Wedding

Nick & Chris’ wedding was probably one of the most challenging I’ve had to shoot. When we first met, Nick told me that they have common love of fitness and spend a LOT of time at the beach so it was only fitting that they tie the knot at Iluka beach. So the plan was a summer wedding in January out on the sand overlooking the Indian Ocean… and since it can get seriously hot they provided thongs and fans for all the guests…

Nick & Chris’ wedding was probably one of the most challenging I’ve had to shoot. When we first met, Nick told me that they have common love of fitness and spend a LOT of time at the beach so it was only fitting that they tie the knot at Iluka beach. So the plan was a summer wedding in January out on the sand overlooking the Indian Ocean… and since it can get seriously hot they provided thongs and fans for all the guests.

I wasn’t really paying attention to the weather forecast because in the last four years all my summer weddings have been pretty sweltering so it’s always a matter of making sure I have enough fluids and sunscreen so I can avoid heat exhaustion. In one of the last emails from Chris a couple days before the wedding she signs off with:

“We are really excited for Saturday!! (rain, hail or shine!!)”

Now why would anyone write that in the middle of Summer?! so I went to check the weather for Saturday and it was the complete opposite to what I expected….

Thunderstorms with a 100% chance of rain.

So without a backup plan in sight I met Chris in her hotel room at the Rendezvous Hotel Scarborough and she told me she was fine….

“I’ll just dance in the rain.”

When we arrived at the ceremony it is raining even harder than the morning but everyone was 100% comitted. I have never really tested any of my gear in the rain but apparently it’s weather sealed so there’s really only one way to find out if those claims are true so I just went for it. One of the guests even said “It’s great to see you out there, no hesitation” to which I responded “well if not me then who?” and it was definitely nice to not have any guests competing for photos.

It’s actually pretty cool to be thrown curveballs like this every now and then because we get to show a wedding that’s a little different. It also proves my point when I tell couples that what matters are the people who share the day with you and the moments that fly by. Whatever happens with the weather… it is what it is and my job is to make sure you can relive the day, rain hail or shine. It will be one of the best days of your life and I’ll show it to you!

There was a silver lining though. During the reception the skies cleared up enough to produce an amazing sunset so we still managed to duck out after speeches to make some creative portraits on the beach. To top it off, one of their photos was featured in the Sunday Times on Valentines day. What a win.

Here are my favourite images of the day… enjoy!

Scarborough Wedding Photography

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Owen & Farrah – Millbrook Winery Wedding

Dec 9, 2017 | Jason Tey, Wedding

Owen & Farrah’s wedding at Millbrook Winery was probably one of the most relaxed weddings I’ve ever photographed. I know everyone says they’re relaxed but they never really are. This was their third celebration in a series of events so technically this was just a party with close friends and family. Independent of weddings, Millbrook Winery is one of my favourite restaurants in Western Australia…

Owen & Farrah’s Millbrook Winery wedding was probably one of the most relaxed weddings I’ve ever photographed. I know everyone says they’re relaxed but they never really are. This was their third celebration in a series of events so technically this was just a party with close friends and family. They were so relaxed that we enjoyed Maccas in one of the poshest suites in Perth. Can’t go past a good McNugget.

Independent of weddings, Millbrook Winery is one of my favourite restaurants in Western Australia. It’s nestled in Jarrahdale about 60mins drive south of Perth and once you get there, it almost surprises you how beautiful it is. If you think the rolling hills of vines are nice in Summer, wait until you visit in Autumn. Aesthetics aside, what really gets me is the quality of the food there. I’ve dined at many venues all over WA but this is one of a handful of restaurants I bring my family and it’s worth a special trip.

When Owen & Farrah rang and told me they wanted us at their wedding at Millbrook, I was delighted. I’ve been waiting two years to shoot a wedding at that venue so this was a first and hopefully will be the start of many more. Another first is shooting Farrah’s bridal prep at Crown Towers . The view from those floor-to-ceiling windows is probably the most spectacular vantage point in Perth. From that height, right next to the Swan River you actually feel like you’re in the clouds looking down onto the city. If you’re debating whether it’s worth the spend, I think it’s definitely one of a kind.

Farrah’s flawless hair and makeup was perfectly crafted by my dear friend Kassy at Creations by Kassy. Kassy did my wife’s hair at our wedding, that was even before I was a wedding photographer and that girl has not put a foot wrong since. She’s one of the most sought-after stylists in Perth.

Back to the day…

So I’ve mentioned how beautiful the grounds at Millbrook are. Well that’s all great when the weather is good but we had hard heavy rain come through which banished us undercover. I love when this happens because I get time to try images that I probably would never attempt if we spent all our time shooting outdoors. I love the staircases that run from the cellar door up to the restaurant. On our last visit to Millbrook I took photos of my wife and daughter in that stairwell and I always wanted to take that idea to a wedding.

You’ll find those images below along with a collection of my favourite images of the day.

Photos by JASON TEY and ADRIAN TAN
Venue: Millbrook Winery Jarrahdale
Bride Prep Location: Crown Towers Perth
Hair & Makeup: Kassy Wong – Creations by Kassy

Owen & Farrah Millbrook Winery Wedding

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Mark & Kate – Chapel Farm Wedding

Dec 3, 2017 | Jason Tey, Norman Yap, Wedding

Mark and Kate were married at Chapel Farm in Swan Valley. It’s no secret that this is a favourite venue for me in the valley. I’m not often booked to shoot rustic-type weddings and of all the venues in Perth, I’d say Chapel Farm fits that rustic charm just perfectly. So my modern moment-driven style doesn’t often meet rustic venues but for some reason I get booked to shoot here over and over. Hey I love it so keep them coming!

Mark and Kate are from the UK and many of their guests came all the way to Australia to see them get hitched. Their wedding was about as Australian as it gets. We were threatened by rain all morning but when it came time for the ceremony and photos we were gifted with an incredible sunset.

If you’re a bride and you’ve come to this page by searching “Chapel Farm Wedding” then here’s something for you. Belinda who manages the functions runs a seamless venue so you’ll love her. I don’t usually get to know any of the culinary team at any venue but Chapel Farm is an exception. Amy (head chef) has really upped the game and I’ve heard many compliments on the food from all my couples since she’s come back and taken control of the kitchen. If your gut (pardon the pun) is telling you to book this venue, you really should. You’ll love it.

There are two more vendors I wanted to mention… The ceremony was conducted by a friend of mine, Dilhari Gustavino from Kiss Me You Fool. When you look through our photos you’ll notice how much fun Mark and Kate are having during the ceremony. That’s all to Dilhari’s credit. Ceremonies can be pretty run-of-the-mill and I’m noticing a new breed of celebrant, people like Dilhari that are modernising ceremonies. She transforms what was traditionally boring into something fun, making everyone (even herself) laugh out loud!

Finally something has to be said of the wedding singer Joe Boshell. This was my first time meeting Joe and we always hope the entertainer/DJ can do a good job because the craziness of our dance floor photos rests on their shoulders. Usually with a one-man band you wonder if they can hold the floor and Joe killed it. Not only were Mark and Kate’s guests dancing the night away, his vocal abilities and musicianship really stood out (and we see a LOT of wedding singers!).

Here is a collection of our favourite images from the day.

Photos by JASON TEY and NORMAN YAP
Venue: Chapel Farm
Celebrant: Dilhari – Kiss Me You Fool
Entertainment/DJ/Wedding Singer: Joe Boshell

Chapel Farm Wedding Chapel Farm Bush Shack

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Francesco & Mallika – Belvoir Homestead Indian Wedding

Sep 30, 2017 | Jason Tey, Wedding

Francesco & Mallika’s wedding was one of the most educational and enjoyable wedding experiences of my career so far. I’ve shot a handful of Indian weddings now and this time I was invited to shoot the Gaye Holud, Mehndi event and wedding day. This wedding was planned to perfection and Mallika’s attention to detail was second to none. You can tell by how all the colours come together perfectly at the ceremony. All of this was pulled off seamlessly by the wedding team at Belvoir Homestead…

Francesco & Mallika’s wedding was one of the most educational and enjoyable wedding experiences of my career so far. I’ve shot a handful of Indian weddings now and this time I was invited to shoot the Gaye Holud, Mehndi event and wedding day. I love Indian culture and Indian food but I’m new to all the cultural traditions. Mallika’s family was so patient with me and I’m grateful to Jonaki and Aastha (Mallika’s aunty and cousin) for explaining some of the cultural practices and food available. Let me tell you… One does not go hungry at an Indian wedding! I was made to feel like a member of the family and Sayanti (Mallika’s mum) was constantly making sure I had a full belly. Her reasoning? “We’ll get better pictures if the photographer is happy!”

Amen to that! Ahh so Asian. Life is generally better when you have a portable tandoori oven.

Francesco is Italian and his family travelled all the way to Perth from Milan. They’re about as stereotypically european as you get. Friendly but reserved and kind hearted. Then you throw them into the dance and festivities of Indian culture and they were ALL IN. Both feet. Turn up the music and they were right in the thick of the party.

This wedding was planned to perfection and Mallika’s attention to detail was second to none. You can tell by how all the colours come together perfectly at the ceremony. All of this was pulled off seamlessly by the wedding team at Belvoir Homestead.

As for us, we got right in on the action. We shot so many images at this wedding it was a record number of frames! When so much is happening and the moments don’t stop, what do I show?

When reviewing what I’d post for this wedding I realised something that I’d never noticed so obviously in the past. Many people think that photographers come and document a wedding. The assumption is that no matter who comes, they’re all presented with the same scenes and will more-or-less document the same story (maybe at different skill levels). However the reality is that with so much happening and such long coverage, the photographer actually decides how you will experience the day and what you see when you view the images.

Here is a small collection of my favourite images (65 to be exact) from all three days. It sums up how it felt to be right beside the action as well as the mood and experience of being part of Francesco and Mallika’s inner circle. I know the party is continuing in Calcutta and Milan so I can wait to hear more stories!

Future Indian brides… if you’re reading this, we’d definitely like more of this so please get in touch and we’ll make it an experience that’s even better than you remember!

Photos by JASON TEY and ADRIAN TAN
Venue: Belvoir Homestead – Swan Valley
Event Styling: Event Style – Event Styling and Catering
Hair & Makeup: Mel & Lesley at Lush Hair & Makeup
Wedding cars: Belle Classic Limousines

Perth Indian Wedding Perth gaye holoud Perth Mehndi Indian Wedding Belvoir Indian Wedding

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Rushil & Priyal Indian Wedding

May 6, 2017 | Jason Tey, Wedding

The great thing about being able to spend time with a couple before the wedding is that on the big day, you feel more like part of the family rather than a wedding photographer. That feeling of being included and welcome is important especially when I get invited to be part of a culture that I’m not very familiar with. I’ve always felt that Indian weddings are perfectly suited to my style because I LOVE bright colours and emotive action-packed images. These weddings have everything I could ever ask for and more!…

Before their wedding day, I got to spend half a day with Rushil and Priyal and during that pre-wedding shoot I’d quickly found out that these two have quite a beautiful love story. One that started with them as childhood friends in Kenya, moving and experiencing life on different continents and eventually finding each other once again. These two are open, humble and conscientious individuals. Over coffee we discussed their reasons for being vegetarians and how they make choices in life with careful consideration of the world and people around them. I really learned a lot and at times forgot we were out to take photos.

The great thing about being able to spend time with a couple before the wedding is that on the big day, you feel more like part of the family rather than a wedding photographer. That feeling of being included and welcome is important especially when I get invited to be part of a culture that I’m not very familiar with. I’ve always felt that Indian weddings are perfectly suited to my style because I LOVE bright colours and emotive action-packed images. These weddings have everything I could ever ask for and more!

Here are a collection of my favourite images from the Mehndi night and wedding. There were so many I loved, it was hard to narrow down so please enjoy the preview!

Wedding Stylist: Wedstyle
Flowers: Bowerbird Flowers
Ceremony Venue: Matilda Bay (Site 1)
Reception Venue: Sir James Mitchell Park South Perth

Matilda Bay Perth Indian Wedding