Sunshine Coast Photographer Blog
Your Guide to Weddings, Family Photos & the Sunshine Coast
Welcome! I'm Lou, a Sunshine Coast photographer, local, wife, mum, dog lover, and storyteller behind the camera.
Whether you're planning a wedding, organising family photos, or simply looking for inspiration, you'll find plenty of helpful tips, local insights, real stories, and beautiful Sunshine Coast locations here on the blog. My goal is to make planning your photography experience feel easy, fun, and stress-free.
If you're searching for someone who'll help you feel relaxed, capture genuine moments and guide you every step of the way, I'd love to show you how I photograph weddings & families.
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Pop the kettle on, have a scroll, and let's start creating memories you'll treasure for years to come.
PLAN YOUR WEDDING WITH EASE: EXPERT TIPS FOR A STRESS-FREE MONTH!
Discover Expert Tips for a Stress-Free Wedding Month! I share essential last-minute advice to make your wedding planning a breeze. From sending out an 'Excitement Email' to packing an emergency kit, I've got you covered. Don't miss these tips to ensure a smooth and joyful month leading up to your big day.
SUNSHINE COAST SURF CLUB WEDDING VENUES
Whether you're dreaming of a cozy elopement or an intimate celebration with a handful of your nearest and dearest, or if you're looking for a dedicated wedding function venue to accommodate a bigger bash, I've got you covered. This blog post unveils my top 9 Sunshine Coast Surf Club Wedding Venues, each with its unique charm and capacity. Not every surf club caters to large weddings, but fear not, this guide will help you catch the perfect venue for your guest list size.
A GUIDE TO PLANNING & PERSONALISING YOUR SUNSHINE COAST WEDDING CEREMONY
Dive into the ultimate guide for planning and personalising your Sunshine Coast Wedding Ceremony.
Picture this: you and your partner surrounded by the stunning coastal landscapes, your friends and family sitting comfortably, and the love-infused vows echoing in the air. Ah, such a magical moment! By following this guide, you're basically creating your own love story masterpiece.
PRESERVING YOUR PRECIOUS MOMENTS: THE EASE OF PROFESSIONAL PHOTO PRINTS
I’m excited to announce my new online print store! Turn your favourite moments into beautiful professional photo prints and wall art. Each print becomes a time capsule, capturing the essence of the moment frozen in time. Invest in high-quality prints made to last generations. Showcase your treasured memories with stunning wall displays or thoughtful gifts for your loved ones.
FINDING YOUR PERFECT MALENY WEDDING VENUE, SUNSHINE COAST
Dreaming of a romantic wedding in the Sunshine Coast Hinterland? This guide to Maleny wedding venues has you covered! From lush private estates to intimate DIY spots, I’ve rounded up my favourite ceremony and reception locations, plus local tips and hidden gems to help you plan the perfect day in this magical part of the world.
THE ULTIMATE GUIDE TO PLANNING YOUR SUNSHINE COAST WEDDING
Whether you are planning a small, intimate wedding or a large, extravagant celebration, The Ultimate Guide to Planning Your Sunshine Coast Wedding offers practical advice and tips on how to plan your destination wedding.
HOW TO CHOOSE A WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER ON THE SUNSHINE COAST
Planning a wedding? Searching for a wedding photographer on the Sunshine Coast? Local Photographer Lou O’Brien answers some of your FAQ’s on finding the best wedding photographer for your Sunshine Coast wedding.
PLAN YOUR WEDDING AT A WEDDING EXPO
Wedding Expos, Bridal Showcase and Wedding Open Days are coming back, and it’s a great opportunity to get your wedding planning down in one day. You’ll meet local wedding vendors, book consultations, pay deposits and make the most of great offers and expo specials.
CALOUNDRA POWER BOAT CLUB WEDDING
If you're planning an elopement with just the two of you, or even a small wedding up to 30 people, a Caloundra Power Boat Club wedding could be the perfect choice for you. As well as doing larger weddings of 80+, Caloundra Power Boat Club offer smaller weddings, mid-week for couples wanting a more intimate affair.
TARRYN + BRAD - SECRETS ON THE LAKE TWILIGHT ELOPEMENT
Tarryn & Brad’s twilight elopement. Dusk is slowly falling over Secrets On the Lake… the colours are changing by the minute. A hush of tranquility settles as the animals and birds change shift. It is that moment betwixt and between, that moment of magic that falls between the cracks, that moment of stillness as life embraces change.
COOLUM BEACH WEDDING - CHANTEL + KYLE
Chantel & Kyle’s intimate destination Coolum Beach wedding at The Point.
PLAN YOUR SUNSHINE COAST WEDDING
Whether you’re planning an intimate beach wedding ceremony with your toes in the sand, a country-style wedding with the Glasshouse Mountains as your backdrop or a special ceremony in one of the beautiful wedding chapels with your nearest and dearest, the Sunshine Coast has you covered for your wedding.
CELEBRATE YOUR WEDDING ANNIVERSARY WITH A VOWEL RENEWAL
Weddings are a wonderful life event, and marriage is an incredible adventure. If you have a marriage that you want to celebrate, or a special anniversary coming up, why not mark the occasion with a vow renewal on the Sunshine Coast.
FOR THE GUESTS: ENTERTAINMENT AND CONVENIENCE.
Weddings are meant to be fun, especially the reception! Luckily, there are many ways to keep your guests entertained and enjoying the event. If you’re looking for fun ways to entertain guests between the wedding ceremony & reception and beyond, keep on reading.
WEDDING CUISINE AND ALL THINGS FOOD.
Weddings can be a hungry affair and feeding your guests, no matter the number, can be a tricky feat. Aside from the ceremony and the party that is the reception, you’ll often remember what you ate and what you thought of the food. So, let’s dive into this article’s six topics on all things food!
GLAM UP! ALL THINGS BEAUTY.
Preparing yourself for your big day doesn’t start a few days before your wedding date. Establishing a proper routine to ensure you’re looking your best can start months before! From skincare routines to dance lessons, here are some of my top tips for preparing for your wedding day.

