Bushturkey Studio may seem a strange name, but we live and work in the rainforest and it is constantly evolving and inspiring us to do the same.
Telling stories with photography is our thing. Life exists in relationship; with our self, with people, with nature and the landscape around us... witnessing this life, being a part of it, documenting and recording, ... this is a reason why photography is something we choose to do and we feel very lucky to do something we love.
Our skill is in seeing, in helping relax, in letting things unfold, in helping give space and breath, in letting you be who you are. Something real. Something unprescribed. Experience tells us that everything has its own story and every story is worth telling.
Established in 2002, we have now photographed over 300 wedding stories and after the day has finished and quietened down and packed away, it is the life in the day that is remembered, whatever the weather, whatever the location, whatever the budget... The life in the day and its details and landscapes and portraits and smells and feel... this is what we photograph.
In the last few years we have been fortunate enough to find and nurture some new photographers to add to our studio. Agi and Elize are first and foremost amazing people with their own creative eye who have helped create a Bushturkey family within the studio. There is now more chance that we are available for your date! Ali (Mitton), our post production finisher, is a talented fashion photographer in her own right and helps create our bushturkey feel. My beautiful partner Kirsten adds her sense and sensibility and is a major part of why our studio has lasted and is successful and is also our main album designer. Lastly there is Ralph, our hairy bearded dog who will be the first to greet you when you visit. And will nudge you for attention all the while.
Awards
We have been a part of the Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP) since 2005 and have since entered into the national print awards (Australian Professional Photography Awards - APPA`s) every year. I achieved "Master of Photography" status in 2009 and "QLD Landscape Photographer of the Year 2011". It has been a great way to learn from some of the most talented photographers in Australia - by putting yourself out there to be judged. And wether you get awarded or not, its always a worthwhile experience. And for the last few years I have been invited to 'judge' too, which in itself has been 'uncomfortably' rewarding (but thats a discussion too big for here).
Pricing
Simply;
Our wedding stories start at 3500 for Agi or Elize and 4500 for myself.
Please - send us an enquiry or ring to chat.
Our Sustainability Policy
sustainable living ... sustainable world ...
at Bushturkey Studio we are conscious of the sustainability of our business and are committed to being environmentally responsible. we ...
- reuse, reduce and recycle paper products wherever possible
- use FSC paper or 100% recycled post consumer waste paper products
- have installed a 1KW solar electricity system
- collect rainwater for all our studio needs
- have installed a waterless composting toilet in the studio bathroom
- use environmentally responsible cleaning products
- plant trees on our property to help offset vehicle emissions
- support Rainforest Rescue with every wedding booked
- (www.rainforestrescue.org.au)
- are committed to looking for further ways to be more sustainable
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by Justin
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Michelle Shannon - Ah Justin – you are just amazing at really capturing the happiness, fun and love in anyone’s day. Roch and Mandy are such a fun and loving couple…. wonderful day, glad to be part of it.. Michelle x
connie woloschuk - what a wonderful collection of images….sure helps all us Canadian cousins capture the spirit of this special day for Roch and Amanda! Thanks so much.
JANE MAGNUS - Jane Magnus – How gorgeous is Roch and Mandy, they came to Byron with joy love and laughter to share which they did and I don;t think I have seen another photographer capture as much as you have here that is so truley Roch and Mandy, thanks for doing what you do so incredibly well and always with such smooth and elegant style. Thanks again. It was a joy to be a part of. x
Katrisha Bird - I would just like to compliment Justin on an absolutely gorgeous album. Wow Mandy you and Roch look absolutely stunning and what a wonderful way to capture your day.
Candid in every way not of just you, but of your Wedding Party, guests and family. Your mama couldn’t be more proud.
Oh, my stepdaughter Hannah called it ” The Hipster Wedding Album” and that is very complimentary coming from her ( adorable ).
Thank you so much for sharing and all the best now and forever.
Love your cuz in Canada.
Katrisha, xox.
jacinta hanmore - thank you Justin for your presence and what u captured of Roch n Mandys wonderful day. great memories and photos
Fearghal Purcell - What Photos, What a Day, What a Couple !!!
agi - Love love this story Justin!!!!!
Loredana - You have captured every moment of the day with beauty and honesty with how roch,Mandy and all us guests felt on this great day. Thanks for sharing them with us, these photos are surely to have a lasting affect on each of us and the happy couple looked like a million bucks. Good job!
Mandy - (gasp)…(further gasps)…(tears)….(laughs) “insert inability to think of the right words to say”…. LOVE LOVE LOVE LOVE (LOVE) how you have captured the day Justin. Everyone commented on how amazing you were before they’d even seen the photos… now what will they say? From my heart and soul thank you for finding, saving, capturing, all the special moments… it really does go so quickly so it means so much to have these photos. Truly speechless, my iPhone is buzzing with Roch’s text messages waiting to pick me up. He hasn’t seen the photos yet. A million times… Thank You. xox
alyda - perfection! love every image, love your words.