MARGARET RIVER WEDDING & ELOPEMENT PHOTOGRAPHER
15+ YEARS LOCAL EXPERIENCE

Candid, intimate, genuine photography for couples getting married in Margaret River, Yallingup, Dunsborough and across the South West. No awkward posing. Nothing forced. Just your real day, captured naturally.

55 Five-Star Google Reviews | Award-Winning Candid Style

AWARD-WINNING DOCUMENTARY STYLE FOR COUPLES WHO WANT SOMETHING MORE INTIMATE, RELAXED AND REAL

What 900+ Weddings & Elopements Have Taught Me About Perfect DaysAs a Margaret River wedding and elopement photographer with 600+ weddings and 300+ elopements photographed across South West WA, I've learned how to handle whatever your day throws at us.

What this means for you:

I know every venue, every beach, every forest clearing worth photographing in, and how the light behaves at each one.

Weather backup plans are always ready. If the south-westerly picks up, I know where to move.

Camera-shy couples become themselves with my relaxed, unhurried approach.

Unexpected moments become the best photos of the day, not stress.

Your day gets captured properly, whatever it looks like.

MARGARET RIVER
WEDDING & ELOPEMENT
PHOTOGRAPHER

600+ WEDDINGS. 300+ ELOPEMENTS

Candid, intimate, genuine photography for couples getting married across Margaret River and the South West. No awkward posing. Just your real day.

55 Five-Star Google Reviews | 15+ Years Local

WHY COUPLES CHOOSE ME FOR THEIR MARGARET RIVER WEDDING OR ELOPEMENT

Laughing groom playfully picking up his happy bride during an intimate Boranup Forest elopement, captured with natural candid photography.

Hate Being Photographed? I Get It

Camera-shy couples are my specialtyMy relaxed approach means you'll forget the camera is even there. No awkward posing - just you being yourselves while I capture the magic.

"The general vibe certainly eased our nervous minds, and we both felt instantly comfortable with you." - Jon + Teagan

The result? Natural smiles, genuine laughter, and photos that actually look like you.

Page boy pulling funny scary face against glass door during wedding ceremony candid moment

Photos That Make You Smile

I create beautiful images that truly capture who you are as a couple.Every photo captures natural light and genuine emotion.

After 600+ weddings, I know exactly when to step in for that perfect moment and when to step back and let your day unfold naturally.

"We will treasure the photos from John for eternity. John captured our day to perfection." Jodie

The result? Photos that make you smile every time you see them - genuine memories of how your day actually felt.

Bride and groom embrace beneath a majestic character tree at their Margaret River wedding

Your Margaret River Local

I know every hidden corner, perfect light spot, and backup location in Margaret River.When the weather changes or plans shift, I've got you covered.

From Meelup Beach sunsets to Boranup Forest secrets, I'll show you locations that make your friends ask "Where IS that?"

"John knew all the best spots we never would have found. Our photos look like a fairy tale!" Sam & Grace 

600+ weddings and 300+ elopements later, I'm not just your photographer, I'm your local guide to the best of Margaret River.

Bride and groom silhouette under stunning character tree at sunset on Bunker Bay beach during Margaret River wedding

WHAT COUPLES SAY ABOUT THEIR MARGARET RIVER WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER AND ELOPEMENT PLANNER

55 Five-Star Google Reviews

We chose John as the reviews all mentioned how comfortable he made his couples feel. It is absolutely true, we felt so at ease despite both usually being awkward dorks in front of a camera. John managed to provide so many amazing portraits with less than 1.5 hours of formal photo time. Legends!"

Mark & Grace, Margaret River wedding

John was our photographer for our micro wedding in Margaret River. He also helped organise a dream team of vendors for the day. We're from Perth, so it's super helpful to have someone as knowledgeable as John to help organise everything. He's super friendly, easy-going, professional, and very experienced.

Fina & Evie, Perth couple's Margaret River micro wedding

"We absolutely loved having John as our photographer and co-ordinator for our small elopement down south! We planned everything from Ireland and John made us feel so at ease with everything in the lead up and of course on the big day. Highly recommend!"

Ben & Claudia, Ireland to Margaret River elopement

READY TO BOOK YOUR MARGARET RIVER WEDDING OR ELOPEMENT?

Emotional groom crying tears of joy during beach wedding ceremony in Margaret River while bride smiles lovingly beside him

WEDDINGS, ELOPEMENTS AND PORTRAITS IN MARGARET RIVER

Weddings

Candid, relaxed wedding photography across Margaret River and the South West.

Vineyard weddings, private property weddings, small intimate weddings. Everything from ceremony through to the last dance.

Elopements

All-inclusive Margaret River elopement planning and photography. Celebrant, hair and makeup, florals, permits, locations.

Everything handled. You just show up and get married.

 

Portraits

Relaxed family, couple and proposal sessions in Margaret River's forests, beaches and vineyards. Perfect for holidays down south or capturing the kids while they're still little.

Same easy going approach, same natural style.

NEW TO ELOPING IN MARGARET RIVER? START HERE.

The Planning Guide

Everything you need to plan a Margaret River elopement. Permits, locations, timing, vendors.

Eloping from Interstate

Flying in from Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane? Flight logistics, NOIM, and how to plan from afar.

The Cost Guide

Real prices, real budget tiers, and how Margaret River elopement costs compare to a traditional wedding.

For Camera-Shy Couples

If you hate being photographed but still want beautiful photos of your day, this one's for you.

John Rice — Margaret River Wedding & Elopement Planner & Photographer

Serving Margaret River, Boranup Forest, Yallingup & South West WA | 0423 289 677