Authentic, storytelling for couples who hate awkward poses.
Candid Sydney Wedding Photography & Videography
Capture the true essence of your wedding – the joy, the love and the candid moments.
Real Emotions. Zero Awkward Vibes.
Your wedding day isn't a stiff, forced production—it's a living, breathing story. As experienced Sydney wedding photographers and videographers, we specialise in a "pictomentary" approach. We blend intentional photojournalism with relaxed, artistic portraiture to discreetly capture the raw, unscripted chemistry of your day.
From the quiet, nervous anticipation of morning preparations to the chaotic energy of a packed dance floor, we document the real interactions between you, your family, and your closest friends. No rigid posing guides, no chasing passing social media trends. Just genuine connections captured with editorial precision.
Wedding Photography
Custom Editing Tailored to Your Venue's Atmosphere
We know every celebration carries a distinct aesthetic. To ensure your visual legacy feels authentic to your day, our lead creator, Cedric, personally hand-edits your collection into one of three signature styles:
Luminous Wedding
A light, airy, and romantic film-inspired look—perfect for beachside vows and outdoor garden settings.
Rustic Wedding
Desaturated, warm, and raw color tones that amplify the mood of historic estates, barns, and winter celebrations.
Modern Wedding
Crisp, vibrant, and punchy colors designed to make urban architecture and metropolitan cityscapes pop.
Why Are We Storytellers?
We call our style storytelling wedding photography and videography for a few key reasons:
Capturing a Narrative: A wedding day is filled with moments that, when put together, tell a story of love, commitment, and celebration. We see ourselves as storytellers who aim to capture these moments in a way that conveys the narrative of your wedding day, from the anticipation of getting ready to the joy of your wedding reception.
Evoking Emotion: A good story evokes emotion, and as wedding photographers, we want our images to do the same. By capturing candid moments and genuine emotions, we create photos that allow you to relive the feelings of your wedding day for years to come.
Beyond Posed Shots: While posed wedding portraits are important (who doesn’t love a beautiful framed portrait in their home?), we also focus on capturing candid, unscripted moments that tell a more authentic story. This approach emphasises the natural interactions and emotions between you, your family, and friends.
Creating a Legacy: Wedding photos are often passed down through generations, becoming a visual record of a family's history. By telling a story through your images, we help create a lasting legacy for you and your family.
In essence, as wedding photographers who call ourselves storytellers, we aim to go beyond simply taking pictures. We strive to capture the essence of the wedding day, creating a visual narrative that is both beautiful and meaningful.
Why We Stand Out Among Sydney Wedding Photographers
Ally's feedback perfectly captures the essence of our Sydney wedding photography services:
I can honestly say from the bottom of my heart, my wedding wouldn’t have been the day it was without Cedric and his Chalk and Cheese Team.
If you are after a photographer who has an absolute talent for capturing emotion and understanding that the small moments are just as important as the big ones, then Cedric is your man. Cedric completely understood our vision and the importance of family and culture on our special day, and captured all those moments so beautifully. We love his wedding photography style.
Not only is Cedric an amazing photographer but also a great director. He somehow managed to turn 1 groom and 2 groomsmen, who have never taken a nice photo in their lives, into 3 very handsome men on camera. He made them feel comfortable, looking great and no awkward hands or arms LOL.
The service from Cedric and his team is over and above what I could have ever imagined. From the very first email nothing was ever too much and he helped answer every question I had. From helping me pull my run sheet together, and helping with finalising our location shoots. Not to mention on the wedding day Cedric made the extra effort to learn everyone’s names in my and my husband’s family, and was so helpful with my 7 year old step-daughter making sure she was one of the most important people on the day.
I honestly cannot thank Cedric and his team enough, he ensured that the magic of our day was captured forever, and all those small moments we will never forget.
When we received the wedding highlight video, we can't stop watching it. And my husband, Jesse can't stop crying. They nailed it. It's amazing.
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Chalk & Cheese Photography: Quick Facts & FAQ
Lead Photographer & Editor:
Cedric
Services:
Wedding Photography, Videography, Combined Packages; Family Portraits and Studio Photography
Service Areas:
Sydney, Hunter Valley, Blue Mountains, Southern Highlands, South Coast, Newcastle, Central Coast
Aesthetics:
Luminous (Light & Airy), Rustic (Warm), Modern (Vibrant)
How many photos will be edited? Are there extra editing costs?
Our Signature Collection includes unlimited high-resolution images, with couples typically receiving around 80 photos per hour of coverage. Every image delivered in your gallery is individually edited for colour, exposure, and consistency. There are no additional editing fees - it's all included.
How long does delivery take, and do you provide sneak peeks?
We promise delivery of your full gallery and videos within 12 weeks, although we often deliver much sooner depending on the wedding season.
We know how exciting it is to relive your wedding day, so we also provide sneak peeks within 48 hours. In many cases, you'll receive them the very next day (especially if we're not photographing another wedding back-to-back!).
What happens if you're unwell or there's an emergency?
Life can be unpredictable, and while it's incredibly rare, we always have an ironclad backup plan.
We maintain a trusted network of experienced lead photographers and videographers who can step in if an emergency prevents us from attending. In fact, when I unexpectedly had to travel overseas for my mum's funeral, a brilliant photographer whose work has been featured in Hello May stepped in seamlessly. The couple still received the exact documentary style and care they fell in love with. No matter what happens, you will never be left without professional coverage on your wedding day.
What is your file backup process?
We're probably a little obsessive when it comes to data security. Your memories are far too important to trust to a single device, which is why we secure your images at every single stage:
- In the Camera: My primary camera is a Canon R6 Mark III, which records every single shot simultaneously to two separate memory cards in real time.
- On the Day: I carry three professional camera bodies to every wedding - two in active use and one pure backup.
- At the Studio: Our backup process begins right at your reception. Once home, your files are immediately copied to three hard drives and stored in separate locations, including off-site backup storage. Your memories are far too important to trust to a single device.
Do you have a wet weather plan?
Absolutely. If rain is forecast, I always recommend having a few clear or matching umbrellas ready for the bridal party. Light rain rarely stops us from creating beautiful photographs.
Sometimes "bad" weather creates opportunities for your most unique photos. For example, at Shelley and Joel's wedding, heavy rain meant we couldn't leave the venue grounds, yet some of the couple's absolute favourite images ended up being captured right from the verandah overlooking the park. Dunbar House has gorgeous heritage features including its verandas and hallways, all of which make wonderful photo backdrops. The weather may change our location, but it won't stop us from creating beautiful images.
Is there a travel fee?
There is no travel fee for weddings within Greater Sydney. For weddings outside of Sydney, a travel fee may apply depending on the location. Any travel costs will be included in your quote completely upfront, so there are absolutely no surprises after your wedding day.
What is your typical photography timeline on the day?
The short answer? Hairspray. Buttonholes. Happy tears. Confetti. Family photos. Couple portraits. Champagne. Dance floor chaos.
The longer answer is that every wedding is unique.
Some couples choose a First Look before the ceremony. Others include cultural traditions such as a Chinese/ Vietnamese tea ceremony, door games, or family customs that have been passed down through generations.
One of the most memorable examples was Jesse's wedding, where the family incorporated a traditional Hakka practice before the ceremony. It was something I had never photographed before, and being able to learn about and document these meaningful traditions is one of the things I love most about weddings.
Because no two weddings are the same, I don't believe in forcing couples into a standard timeline template. During our first video call, we'll walk through your plans together, discuss any cultural traditions, family expectations, travel between locations, and key moments that are important to you. I'll then help map out a timeline that flows naturally and gives you the best possible photography experience.
As a starting point, a standard 9-hour timeline often looks like this:
- 2.5 Hours: Getting ready & detail shots (hairspray, buttonholes, and anticipation)
- 1 Hour: Ceremony & family photos
- 1.5 Hours: Bridal party & couple portraits (champagne, laughs, and zero awkward posing)
- 4 Hours: Reception entry, speeches, cake cutting, and epic dance floor chaos
Whether your wedding is a simple ceremony and reception or a full-day celebration with multiple traditions and locations, we'll make sure everything runs smoothly and all the important moments are captured.
