Visual Storyteller

Visual Storyteller

LJM is a visual storyteller…. In 2014 I was asked by my former tafe, NMIT (now Melbourne Polytechnic), to do an “industry speaker” talk. Initially hesitant, I finally agreed and had a surprisingly positive experience. Which is why, when asked again a...
Supporting Marriage Equality

Supporting Marriage Equality

Supporting marriage equality is easy when you’re a wife to a wife…. It’s also easy when you believe in equal rights for all. Regardless of gender, race, religion or sexual orientation. In my opinion it’s called being a decent human being. So...
Marriage Equality – It’s Time, Australia!

Marriage Equality – It’s Time, Australia!

Marriage equality will exist in Australia one day…. My wife and I have been together for nearly 12 years. In 2012 we flew halfway around the world to legally marry each other in Vancouver, Canada. It was a beautiful, emotional day celebrating our love and...
The First Look / Part two

The First Look / Part two

FIRST LOOK REVEAL / PART TWO One of my favourite moments to document is the FIRST LOOK….or REVEAL…. The first look (reveal) involves capturing the wedding couple as they see each other for the first time. BEFORE walking down the aisle. The surrounding is...
First Look Reveal / Part one

First Look Reveal / Part one

FIRST LOOK REVEAL / PART ONE They are behind you. You can hear their footsteps approaching but you don’t dare turn around. That would ruin the surprise. The anticipation is intense, the urge to turn so strong. Your heart thumps so fast you’re convinced it’s going to...
MELBOURNE FAMILY PORTRAIT

MELBOURNE FAMILY PORTRAIT

Did you know that I’m a Melbourne family portrait photographer? Most people know me for my documentary style wedding photography so I thought it was high time I showcased my fave Melbourne family portrait images. When it comes to family portraits my ethos remains the...