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SeaWorld Wedding Photos

Posted on September 11, 2025September 11, 2025

As SeaWorld’s preferred wedding photographer, I have been photographing weddings at SeaWorld for well over ten years! So I know it well! There are so many different locations for SeaWorld wedding photos, and several locations for your ceremony too. It is a fantastic venue for a wedding.

Selena and Jason had booked SeaWorld for their wedding and as they were organising their wedding remotely (from far north QLD!!) they asked me to help decide where they should have their ceremony and their bride and groom photos! Always happy to oblige, I suggested the Broadwater backdrop for their ceremony and the nearby beach for their SeaWorld wedding photos. (SeaWorld also offers an option to go into the theme park and have photos with dolphins!)

Happily the weather was glorious, although a little windy, and it made for the perfect wedding day! Sasha (https://www.ceremoniesbysacha.com/) was officiating the ceremony – we had done a wedding just a few weeks prior so was awesome to catch up!

Selena’s son was the ring bearer and did a fantastic job! And after a few readings and heartfelt vows, it was time for the kiss and the signing to seal the deal!

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Following the ceremony we headed to the beach for some amazing shots of the bride and groom. This is easily my favourite part of the day as I get to be creative and get to run the show! Happily Selena and Jason were amazing models and their sheer joy can be seen on their faces! They also didn’t mind a bit of banter so I managed to get some fantastic real laughter photos!

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We spent a little while on the beach and in the bushland between SeaWorld and the beach, then headed back to the Broadwater for sunset. And what a sunset it was! It was a gorgeous, clear afternoon and the light was amazing. Man I love my job!

We did a few family photos, and I captured the start of the reception and a cake cutting before heading off. What an amazing day! What a fabulous venue!

SeaWorld photography wedding photography packages start at $890.00 for a 2-hour Silver Package. You can see more information at my wedding photography packages page!

Congratulations

Andy xx

Straddie Island Wedding Photography

Posted on September 10, 2025September 11, 2025

I have lived in the Redlands for over ten years but I am still blown away every time I head to Straddie with just how beautiful it is! There is something about the light over there that is gorgeous and it is impossible to take a bad Straddie Island Wedding Photography photo over there! It does help when you have incredible models like Rhiannon and Ari of course!

I like to think I’m pretty laid back, but I am nothing compared to Ari! Ten minutes before his ceremony and he was in boardies building his wedding arbor from driftwood he found on the beach! Fits perfectly with the laid back Straddie lifestyle!

The ceremony was on Cylinder Beach on the north side of the island and wasn’t too busy. The ceremony was a beautiful, intimate elopement with the couple’s families having flown in from Scotland and Iran.

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Bring a winter wedding, we had a sunset over the ocean and it was gorgeous! That golden hour light is just perfect. Straddie Island Wedding Photography light is amazing!

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One of my favourite things about being a wedding photographer is the different people I meet and the variety of traditions I get to see! Ari’s sister had set up a traditional Iranian display on the rocks and grated sugar on a white decoration above the couple as they shared honey. Awesome!

Shortly followed by the Aussie tradition of champagne and photos with the family!

One of my favourite parts of any wedding day is the photos of the wedding couple. It is my chance to get creative and to capture the love between the couple. It was the perfect situation: amazing light, amazing couple, amazing scenery! And I call this work!

Seriously though; how gorgeous are these shots! Perfection!

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I have photographed dozens of weddings on Straddie over the last 13 years and would love to capture yours too. You can check out my wedding photography packages here.

I’ve never liked charging travel fees, but due to the time it takes to get to Straddie and the logistics of hopping on and off ferries and transferring to a bus, I do request you book a 4, 6, or 8-hour package for your Straddie wedding. At least this way you get more photos and aren’t paying for my travel!

Congratulations on locking in your Straddie wedding; I would love to be there for your day!

Andy 0468 405225

Mt Coot-Tha Wedding Photos

Posted on March 24, 2025September 11, 2025

Its not often a cyclone forces a Mt Coot-Tha wedding postponement, but that’s exactly what happened for Jessica and Nick when Cyclone Alfred decided to turn up uninvited!

Happily Jessica and Nick are not your average couple! They got married whilst Alfred raged, and we rescheduled the Mt Coot-Tha wedding photos for the following week! And what a shoot it was!

Jess and Nick were natural models and made my job very easy! We chose a few Mt Coot-Tha wedding photo locations in a Zoom chat beforehand and headed straight to the lake. It was early morning so the light was fantastic, and we had the place to ourselves. Mt Coot-Tha Botanic Gardens is an amazing spot for wedding photography. There is so much greenery and amazing backdrop locations. And having photographed there many times, I know it very well!

From the lake we headed to the bamboo area, and then to the rainforest. We were able to get a great mix of photos.

With an early morning start, we pretty much had Mt Coot-Tha Botanic Gardens to ourselves. This made the shoot a lot easier without prying eyes! Jessica and Nick were so confident though – they were the perfect models!

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I have been photographing weddings in Brisbane for well over a decade so I know the best photo locations and how to use light to our advantage. I know the best well known spots and the hidden gems (Jessica loved the stone bridge at Mt Coot-Tha and didn’t know it existed!) With over a decade of Brisbane photography experience, I will make you feel comfortable in front of the camera and can offer posing tips and advice.

If you are looking for a fun, friendly photographer, I would love to hear from you! With midweek wedding photography packages starting at $550.00, we are affordable too! I would love to hear from you: Andy 0468 405225, andy@athousandmilesphotography.com.au

Elopement Photographer Brisbane

Posted on March 12, 2025March 12, 2025

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Andy is the best Elopement Photographer Brisbane! I have been photographing weddings for well over ten years and I adore what I do for a living! Every wedding is different and every couple is awesome! Since Covid, more couples are opting for a quick elopement wedding. And I would love to help out!

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Amanda and Justin had a midweek elopement wedding and booked me for the hour (only $550 within 30kms of the Redlands!). The elopement photography package still includes a chat to go through the plans and includes an uncapped number of high resolution digital photos.

Elopement weddings tend to be smaller, more intimate celebrations and Amanda and Justin’s was no different with just their kids and a few family members to share their special day. Rebecca Cawood officiated the ceremony – she was awesome and a lot of fun to work with. You can check out her website here: https://www.marriedbybec.com.au/

Once the paperwork signed we headed to Shornecliffe jetty for some bride and groom photos. Water backdrops always make for amazing photo locations, and the couple were the perfect models! In spite of the heat!

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An elopement wedding is a great option if you are looking for a more intimate wedding, or are on a budget! Being an elopement photographer Brisbane myself, I would love to hear from you! I have a midweek elopement photography package for just $550 for 1-hour. This is usually enough time to cover the ceremony and a handful of bride and groom shots. For a bit more time for family photos, a few extra bridal party photos the start of the reception, a 2-hour elopement package is just $890. You can see the wedding photography packages here.

Congratulations on locking in your wedding! I would love to hear from you! Feel free to call Andy on 0468 405225 or email: andy@athousandmilesphotography.com.au

Fleay’s Wedding Photography

Posted on February 12, 2025March 12, 2025

When looking for a reliable wedding photographer, it is always good to know your photographer knows your venue well. With well over ten years photographing weddings on the Gold Coast, I have photographed at pretty much every venue on the GC! Including Fleay’s Wildlife Park (https://fleays.com/wedding/) If you are looking for Fleay’s Wedding Photography, we would love to help!

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Fleay’s is an awesome venue with a very unique ceremony area and great lighting! I photographed Erin and Brodie’s wedding there recently, and loved the experience! Happily the bridal couple were very laid back which helped with the photography side of things!

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Following an amazing and emotional wedding ceremony, I took a group photo and some family photos in the ceremony area then headed around the venue for some bridal party photos.

Happily we were gifted amazing light, and Erin and Brodie were natural models, but I always offer posing ideas and support for any nervous couples!

And check out that incredible dress!

If you are on the look out for Fleay’s wedding photography we would love to help! We have wedding photography packages to suit all budgets and have wedding elopement options too.

Call Andy on 0468 405225 or email andy@athousandmilesphotography.com.au – I would love to hear about your big day!

Sandstone Point Hotel Wedding

Posted on January 20, 2025March 12, 2025

I love a Sandstone Point Hotel wedding! The Sandstone Point Hotel is an amazing venue for your big day! It has everything you need – a chapel for your ceremony, a jetty for amazing bride and groom photos, and plenty of nearby accommodation to get ready in. So when Corrie and Ben asked if I would photograph their wedding at The Sandstone Point Hotel, I jumped at the chance!

The couple got ready at The Big 4 Holiday park next door, an easy walk away. I got some photos with the bride and groom in their separate rooms and then headed to the Sandstone Point Hotel chapel to catch up with Annette Richards, one of my favourite celebrants! (Check her out! https://www.annetterichards.com.au/) Annette always make her ceremonies fun and relaxed and adds a few extra touches that I love (makes sure the kiss is long enough to photograph, reminds the bride’s Dad to kiss his daughter!!) And anyone who helps make my job easier is always a friend of mine!

And then the ceremony! It is always the most emotionally charged part of the day, and I adore having a front row seat! Especially when there are kids involved in the ceremony!

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I always do a group shot and family photos after the ceremony. Its better to do it early before everyone escapes to the bar!

And then to my favourite part of the day. The bride and groom photos. There are some amazing spots next to the chapel. But I love getting to the Oyster Shack jetty around sunset – the light is always amazing and the photos always look phenomenal!

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Then once the sun has set it is time for the festivities! The Sandstone Point Hotel has many amazing wedding reception locations. Corrie and Ben opted for an outdoor venue under an amazing twinkling tree! So photogenic!

Sandstone Point Hotel Wedding Photography packages start at $890 for a 2-hour Silver Package. You can check out the other options at our wedding photography packages page. Or give me a call! I would love to hear from you!

Andy: 0468 405225

andy@athousandmilesphotography.com.au

Beerwah Engagement Photos

Posted on September 5, 2024March 12, 2025

If you are reading this as you are recently engaged: congratulations! Hopefully you are looking for some photo inspo ideas for an engagement shoot? Well I would love to help out! I love Beerwah engagement photos and I have photographed around the Glasshouse Mountain area many times. Knowing the area well means I know the best, quietest and most hidden spots!

I met Leisl and Klae at a wedding recently and once Klae popped the question they called and asked if I would get some Beerwah engagement photos for them. Oh yeah! They are such an amazing, loved up couple and I couldn’t wait! Happily I knew the area well, but Leisl and Klae took a drive north to do some photo location spotting themselves. We started in Maleny then headed down the range to an area near Australia Zoo. We had the lanes to ourselves so were able to snap in peace without prying eyes!

Engagement Photo Shoot

As the afternoon light got better, we headed closer to the Glasshouse mountains and got in amongst the amazing pine trees that dot the region. The low afternoon light made for a perfect couples photo shoot as Leisl showed off her engagement bling!

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The guys were brave enough to bush bash and get amongst it! The dirt paths around there are awesome for leading line photographs, but we wanted to get closer to the trees to capture that slowly setting sun filtering through. Golden hour indeed!

Engagement shoot prices start at $165 for a 25-minute shoot in the Redlands. But for more photos and more shooting time (and dare I say more fun!) you can opt for my 2-hour dedicated engagement shoot package. This gives 120-minutes of photography and around 60-80 edited high resolution digital images for $450! (Some locations may have a small travel fee, depending on location!)

If you would like to discuss options, call Andy on 0468 405225 or email andy@athousandmilesphotography.com.au

Congratulations!

Mrs Frost’s Kitchen Wedding

Posted on September 5, 2024March 12, 2025

There are so many incredible wedding venues in South East Queensland, and I am proud to say I have photographed at most of them! When Liesl and Matt asked me if I had photographed at Mrs Frost’s Kitchen, I had to admit that I hadn’t. But I have now!

And what an amazing location it is for an intimate and personalised wedding! Julie Frost couldn’t have been more helpful on the day, and we even Facetimed so that she could show me around and give me an idea of the geography and the best photo location spots.

I started my day with photos of Leisl getting ready. Matt, who was from Lancashire, where I was born, I met at the venue, and we started with the banter straight away!

I love the ‘nervous tension phase’ of any wedding. The calm before the storm! I used the time to get plenty of candid photos, and capture some Mrs Frost’s Kitchen wedding photos. And what beautiful surrounds they are! Rolling hills, forests, cows, and we even got a rainbow!

Liesl arrived in style in a convertible Mustang, and it wasn’t long before Matt had tears! Sensitive lot us Lancashire folk!

The ceremony was officiated by Pauline Bussain who was the perfect celebrant for Liesl and Matt.

Following a beautiful ceremony that was in equal parts emotional and hilarious, the couple had their kiss and we headed round the back for some family photos! Mrs Frost’s Kitchen has so many amazing spots for wedding photographs. The tree around the back of the property makes for an awesome family photo backdrop.

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And then to my favourite part of the day; bridal party photos! Mrs Frost’s Kitchen has a few cows onsite so we snapped a few with the wildlife before heading down the driveway to a fantastic creek. We had the spot to ourselves so parked up the Mustang and snapped away!

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Mrs Frost’s Kitchen also has an awesome rusting steam engine on site! A truly amazing backdrop!

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But it is for the food that people head to Mrs Frost’s Kitchen. Julie is such an amazing host, and the long table decor and presentation is faultless. I managed to sneak a couple of canapes, and they were next level delicious!

Thank you Mrs Frost for an amazing introduction to your fabulous venue! I hope to be back again soon to photograph a Mrs Frost’s Kitchen wedding!

Andy Williams, A Thousand Miles Photography

September 2024

Tattersall’s Wedding Photos

Posted on September 5, 2024March 12, 2025

Tattersall’s Club in Brisbane is an amazing venue for a wedding! I have shot there several times over the years and find it to be one of the best places for wedding photography in Brisbane. If you are looking for Tattersall’s wedding photos, we would love to hear from you!

Pam and Chris recently asked me to photograph their wedding at Tatt’s Club and I jumped at the chance. I love photographing weddings at Tattersall’s. It is such a unique, classic venue and so photogenic! Even before the venue started to fill, I couldn’t stop snapping!

Happily Renee Wilkins was the celebrant that day. Renee and I have done dozens of weddings together over the years! She always has a great sense of humour and makes a wedding a lot of fun! (https://reneewilkins.com.au/)

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Pam and Chris were married in the Member’s Dining Room with its amazing mezzanine level, for fantastic aerial photography and group shots!

The lighting is always so good in there and the decor adds a classic element to your wedding.

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Following cocktail hour in the Member’s Dining Room, we grabbed a few bride and groom shots in the club, then headed to the Member’s Bar for the reception! This is another great space for wedding photography!

The small Juliette balcony by the library is my favourite spot for tattersall’s wedding photos. And luckily the weather was kind to us!

And the party! It was an amazing atmosphere, with fabulous food and music!

If you are planning a wedding at Tattersalls, or another venue in or around Brisbane, we would love to hear from you! Our affordable wedding photography packages can be seen here, or if you are looking for something more specific please don’t hesitate to contact us! Congratulations and the best of luck with the plans!

Same Sex Wedding Photographer

Posted on May 29, 2024March 12, 2025

If you are on the look out for a same sex wedding photographer, I would love to help out! Hi, my name is Andy Williams and I have been photographing weddings for over ten years. I have also been photographing same sex weddings since they (finally!) became legalised in 2017! So you know you are in good hands. Behind experience comes reliability.

“Hey Andy – Just want to say a massive thank you for the photos. They are absolutely amazing and everyone has been so impressed. It has really tied our wedding in the most beautiful way”. Aaron

My first ever same sex wedding as a photographer was a (semi-legal!) wedding in Beerwah for an amazing couple Millie and Nat who had been legalised in New Zealand and were having their showcase ceremony for friends and family here in Queensland. Since then I have photographed close to 50 same sex weddings, my latest one being the wedding of Aaron and Brody on the Gold Coast.

Being a Gold Coast wedding photographer, I have photographed at most venues, including QT Hotel where Aaron and Brody said their ‘I Dos’! Its an amazing venue with a fantastic private upstairs area, with amazing gardens flowing onto a private wedding ceremony deck!

The ceremony was officiated by the bubbly Mel Yusia who added an awesome splash of humour and emotion to the ceremony!

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The ceremony itself was filled with emotion and tears. Following some group shots we headed to the beach for some groom and groom wedding photography.

I love photographing on the beach. Although a busy Saturday afternoon does make for more challenges! The boys (and I!) ended up in the water but we got some amazing shots then headed back for the festivities!