Jack Ham Imagery Wedding Guide
Chapter I

Thanks for reaching out

Congratulations on your engagement — and thank you for thinking of Jack Ham Imagery.

Choosing a wedding photographer is a strange thing to do. You're picturing a day that hasn't happened yet, and trusting someone you've probably never met to be there for it. A little overwhelm is normal.

This guide isn't asking you to decide anything right now. It's here so you can get a feel for how I work and whether it's the right fit — in your own time.

24 hrs
Sneak peek in your inbox
4 wks
Full gallery delivered
$0
Travel fee, anywhere in NSW

Standard on every collection. No fine print, no asking.

Chapter II

A bit about me

I'm Jack — husband to Mel, dad to Aria and Levi, and the photographer behind Jack Ham Imagery.

Mel and I met young and we have grown up together since. These days her role in the business has shifted too, from behind the camera to behind the scenes, though she's still very much part of how things run.

I don't see a wedding as a performance. It's one moment inside a much bigger story, and I know that because I've lived what comes after it.

"One day this version of you will feel distant. That's why it deserves to be remembered properly."

That's the thought I carry into every wedding — not just to get good photos, but ones that still mean something once this version of you is a memory. I stay close enough to catch it, and quiet enough that you never feel watched.

He made us all feel so comfortable.Donna G

At home, it's the two of us, our kids Aria and Levi, and our dog, Bali.

Every couple deserves to feel safe, respected and celebrated for exactly who they are — including LGBTQIA+ couples and Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples. That matters to me: in the language I use, and in making sure everyone feels genuinely welcome throughout the experience.

This isn't a footnote for me. It's part of how I work with every couple.

If that sounds like someone you'd want around on your wedding day, I'd love to hear from you.

Chapter III

Life moves quickly

On your wedding day, I'm thinking about how this will feel when you look back on it — not just how it looks right now.

A wedding lasts one day. The photographs from it become part of your family's history for the rest of your lives.

"You'll never be interrupted for a better angle."

If a genuine moment and a "perfect" shot are ever in conflict, the moment wins. A few other things that guide how I work:

  • Very little posing. A little gentle guidance when it helps, otherwise you'll barely notice the camera.
  • If your timeline slips, I adjust quietly in the background. You're the last person who should feel it.
  • Every recommendation is based on what suits your day, not what's easiest for me.
Our photos are so natural and exactly what we wanted.Donna G

Here's what that looks like on the day.

Chapter IV

What it's actually like to work with me

Working together starts before the wedding day. Once you've booked, I send through a timeline guide and a family photo planning guide, so we build your day's schedule and sort family photos properly, well before anything is a surprise on the morning of your wedding.

He helped with the organisation.Amber Jackson

On the day itself, my job is to be genuinely easy to have around — present enough to catch what matters, quiet enough that you forget I'm there.

Throughout the whole day he made sure we were happy, laughing and comfortable.Dana Paharukov

Afterwards, you're not left waiting — sneak peeks and your full gallery arrive on the timeline I mentioned in Chapter I, and everything stays online for 12 months.

We received our full wedding gallery within two weeks and are beyond happy with the service.Gemma Wall

None of this happens by accident. Most new couples arrive through a referral — a friend, a sister, someone who got married last year. That kind of trust isn't built through advertising. It's earned, wedding after wedding.

(250+ weddings and lifestyle shoots, and a 2026 finalist for the Penrith Local Business Awards.)

Chapter V

What clients say

"Neither of us felt awkward in front of the camera, and he made the whole process relaxed and enjoyable. The photos turned out absolutely beautiful and captured our day perfectly."

SARAH & TOM

Looking through our gallery feels like we are reliving the day all over again.Sharon McPartland
Jack was the easiest part.Lilianna Stankovski
Chapter VI

Photography and film, together

Every collection — photography, or photography with film — gets exactly the same care and attention. The only real difference is how much of your story you'd like captured, and whether you'd like it on film as well as in photographs.

Every film collection includes a cinematic highlight film, the full-length wedding film, guest messages, licensed music and drone footage where it's safe and permitted — delivered within eight weeks.

6 Hour Wedding — Photo + Film
Up to 6 hours of coverage
$6,800
8 Hour Wedding — Photo + Film Most popular
Up to 8 hours of coverage
$7,800
Full Day Wedding — Photo + Film
Preparations through to the reception in full swing — includes a complimentary engagement session
$9,800
Chapter VII

Photography only

Photography on its own is exactly the same experience, simply without film.

6 Hour Wedding
Up to 6 hours of coverage
$3,500
8 Hour Wedding Most popular
Up to 8 hours of coverage
$4,500
Full Day Wedding
Preparations through to the reception in full swing — includes a complimentary engagement session
$7,000

Every collection includes: a planning consultation and unlimited planning support, a timeline guide, a family photo planning guide, professional editing, a high-resolution and web-resolution gallery, personal printing rights, travel throughout my standard service regions — Sydney, the Hunter Valley, Newcastle, the Blue Mountains, the Southern Highlands, the South Coast and the Canberra region, with no travel fee — sneak peeks within 24 hours and full gallery delivery within four weeks.

Making sure all the important family members were captured.Dana Paharukov
It was a very relaxed shoot to ensure we didn't feel too forced in front of the camera.Jessica Dinic
Chapter VIII

The anniversary offer

To mark ten years married, I'd love to work with ten more couples on their Full Day collection.

Full Day was already the collection I'd recommend without hesitation — no cap on the hours, the morning through to the last song, nothing left out because the clock ran out. With this offer sitting over it for a limited run, it stops being a stretch and starts being the easy choice.

Full Day — Photography Only
$7,000   $5,000
Full Day — Photography + Film
$9,800   $7,800

$2,000 off Full Day collections only. Open to the first 10 couples booking a 2027 wedding.

Chapter IX

A few ways to personalise your day

None of these are the default — they're here for the couples they actually suit.

  • A second photographer, when a larger guest list or two preparation locations mean an extra set of eyes helps — from $2,000.
  • 35mm film, for a nostalgic, tactile addition alongside your digital gallery — from $300.
  • Priority editing, jump the queue for a one week turnaround — $600.
  • A standalone engagement session, for extra time in front of the camera beforehand — $600 (free with Full Day collections).
  • Drone coverage, included wherever weather, venue rules and CASA regulations allow it.

We'll talk through what actually suits your day, and leave out anything that doesn't.

Chapter X

Your story, in print

An album turns your wedding day into something you can hold, not just something you own the rights to. It sits on a shelf. It gets pulled out for family, for anniversaries, for the day your kids ask what your wedding was actually like.

That's the value of print: it lasts because it's simple, physical and always exactly where you left it.
The shots he got for our wedding were amazing and something we can now cherish forever.Damien Adams
Signature Album
10 double spreads (20 pages)
$1,295
Legacy Album
20 double spreads (40 pages)
$1,695
Heirloom Album
25 double spreads (50 pages)
$2,095

Every album is a 12×12-inch handcrafted linen album with a matte image-printed linen cover, premium matte ivory layflat paper, a professionally designed layout and two rounds of design revisions included. Every Full Day collection includes a $200 credit toward any album above.

Legacy is the recommended album for most full wedding stories — enough space to tell the whole day without overcrowding a page.

Chapter XI

Good questions, honestly answered

We feel awkward in photos — how much posing do you actually do?
Honestly, most couples tell me this, and it's completely normal. There's very little traditional posing — a little gentle guidance, and you'll be surprised how quickly you stop noticing the camera.
What happens after we enquire?
You'll have this guide first, then we'll set up a relaxed video call or coffee catch-up to talk it through properly. If it feels right, I'll send everything needed to secure your date.
How do we book you, and can we pay in instalments?
A signed contract and initial payment secure your date. A few payment schedules are available, so we'll find one that suits you. I take on a limited number of weddings each year, so it's worth reaching out early.
Do you travel for weddings?
Yes — I'm based in Sydney and regularly photograph across the Hunter Valley, Newcastle, the Blue Mountains, the Southern Highlands, the South Coast and the Canberra region, with no travel fee. Further afield, we'll discuss it upfront.
Do you work with a second photographer?
Most of the time, no — I'm comfortable covering a wedding solo, and it rarely means missing anything. For larger celebrations, a trusted second photographer can be added.
Do you offer engagement sessions?
Yes. Most couples arrive nervous and leave saying "that was actually fun" — a relaxed way to feel comfortable in front of the camera before the big day.
What if it rains?
Honestly, some of my favourite wedding photographs have happened in terrible weather — it often looks cinematic and real. We'll always have a backup plan, and I'll guide you through it calmly.
How many photos will we receive?
Every wedding is different, but as a rough guide, expect around 100 finished images for every hour of coverage — most days end up with more than that. I focus on storytelling over chasing a number.
When will we receive our photos?
Sneak peeks within 24 hours, full gallery within four weeks — priority editing is available if you need it sooner.
Will we miss our cocktail hour for photos?
No. Timelines are built so you still get real time with your guests, rather than disappearing for hours. It should feel balanced, never like the day revolves around the camera.
Can we order prints or albums through you?
Yes — I work with professional labs and album makers, so nothing is left to a home printer.
Are you insured?
Yes, fully insured, and I can provide venue documentation or a certificate of currency any time it's required.
Can you accommodate cultural traditions or specific requests?
Yes. I've photographed many different cultural and religious celebrations over the years, and take the time beforehand to understand what matters most to you.
Do you charge GST?
No — Jack Ham Imagery isn't currently registered, so the prices shown are the full amount, nothing added on top.
Chapter XII

Ready when you are

If this feels like the right fit, here's what happens next:

  • Have a read through this guide — no rush, no pressure.
  • We'll organise a relaxed video call or coffee catch-up to talk through your day properly.
  • If it feels like a good fit, a signed contract and initial payment secures your date.
  • From there, I'm with you for every step of the planning.

If this feels right, I'd love to hear from you. Whatever you decide, I hope the planning ahead feels exciting rather than stressful — and if we end up working together, I can't wait to be part of your day.

Jack

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