WEDDINGS FROM MELBOURNE TO ITALY

RICHARD SON PHOTOGRAPHY

Groom editorial photo in italy lake como

New husband and wife kissing at Villa Balbiano

New wedded couple kissing at Table at Villa Balbiano

Bride before she walks down the aisles at Villa Balbiano

Villa Balbiano couple photos in the front court

wedded couple at Villa Balbiano having a garden dinner

new couple cutting wedding cake and licking fingers

new couple cutting wedding cake and kissing

bride with bride maids at villa balbiano

Every Moment
Every Detail

Your wedding day is a collection of fleeting moments. Some big, some small, from 'I do', to the passing glances you give each other, the quiet anticipation as you get ready, to the joyous laughter on the dance floor. I capture the emotions, details, and memories that make your day uniquely yours. Every stolen glance, every delicate lace detail, every heartfelt embrace. I ensure nothing is missed, so you can relive the magic for years to come. Let me tell your love story through timeless, artful photography. If you would like to get started, click the email button below and we can have a chat.

A wedding invitation surrounded by white flowers, a perfume bottle, a ring box, jewelry, and a black chalkboard sign with wedding date.

melbourne bridal bouquet of white flowers including roses, orchids, and baby's breath, with a pair of ivory high heel shoes next to it. There is a wedding invitation with the names 'Tien and Jessica' and a small perfume bottle nearby.

I keep the moments special

Beyond the grand celebrations, it's the quiet, unspoken moments that make your wedding day truly unforgettable. The way your hands find each other when no one is watching, the emotion in your eyes as you take it all in, the stillness before the next big moment. These are the memories that deserve to be cherished. With a thoughtful, unobtrusive approach, I capture the essence of your love story the moments that might otherwise go unnoticed but mean the most.

A woman sitting on a chair having her makeup or face touched up by another woman standing next to her, getting ready for her wedding

A bride and groom are smiling and touching foreheads during their wedding, indoors with a window and greenery outside.

A woman in a strapless lace wedding dress standing indoors with her hand resting on a marble countertop, with a painted mural of trees in the background.

I limit myself to only 2 weddings

Your wedding day deserves my full attention, creativity, and care. By limiting myself to only two weddings per month, I ensure that every couple receives a personalised experience, from the first photo to the final delivery of your beautifully edited images. This approach allows me to focus on the little details, dedicate time to perfecting your photos, and be fully present on your big day capturing every moment with the artistry and passion it deserves. Your love story isn’t just another booking to me it’s, a once-in-a-lifetime memory, and I want to make it unforgettable.

A bride and groom holding hands walking beside a hedge maze at a historic estate, with tall cypress trees and a large mansion in the background.

My Story

Hi, I’m Richard, a wedding photographer based in Melbourne, passionate about capturing love stories in their most authentic and beautiful moments. With a keen eye for detail and a deep appreciation for genuine emotions, I specialise in creating timeless, artistic images that you will cherish forever.From intimate elopements to grand celebrations, my approach is all about storytelling—documenting the laughter, happy tears, and in-between moments that make your wedding uniquely yours. I blend natural, candid photography with a touch of editorial elegance to ensure your memories are preserved in the most stunning way possible.Melbourne-based | Available for weddings Australia-wide & beyond

Richard Son, Wedding photographer self portrait light-colored sofa in a modern living room holding a small dog, with a side table and various decorative items visible, large windows with sheer curtains in the background.

A group of seven people, dressed in formal attire, sitting on steps in front of a building with large glass windows and pink pillars, during daytime.

See some of the weddings I’ve shot

Unlike most other wedding photographers I don't hide my work, I show it all so you can see exactly how it all comes together. Click the link below to check out my galleries.

Learn more

Your dream wedding is exactly that. The space, the lighting, the ambiance all fill with the people you love at the place you love with laughter, tears, cheers, dance and celebration. That’s why so many look to Richard to capture their dream wedding, having the wrong photographer means your memories may not look the same way as you remember them or worst never get captured at all. If you would like to learn more reach out to me via the contact page.

From Melbourne to Italy

A wedding ceremony outdoors by a body of water with hills in the background. The couple is kissing at an altar decorated with pink and white flowers, with a colorful rainbow of fog or mist behind them. Guests are seated around the aisle and some are taking pictures.

A quiet philosophy

Weddings deserve more than just a photographer. They deserve a story composed with patience, light, and an eye trained on the moments between the moments.