Lorne Beach Wedding Photos
Two kilometres of sand on Louttit Bay, sheltered by Point Grey, with gums along the back
Lorne Beach, the main beach at Lorne on the Great Ocean Road, runs about two kilometres along Louttit Bay with Point Grey sheltering it from the open swell. Behind the sand are lawns, gum trees and picnic areas along Mountjoy Parade, and the Lorne Surf Life Saving Club sits on the foreshore; lifeguards patrol through summer. The water is calmer than most of the Surf Coast because of the point, though there are still currents, so swimming stays between the flags.
Sarah and Rob came down to the sand here for portraits between their ceremony at Shelly Beach Reserve and the reception at The Peak up at Lorne Country Club. Lorne suits that pattern: a foreshore or beach ceremony, a walk along the water while the guests find the bar, and a reception either in town or in the hills above it.
How to prepare for your wedding photos (without overthinking it)
Seven small things that make a real difference on the day — learned across hundreds of weddings. None of them involve practising poses.
In motion, unposed · FR 15A1. Be yourselves — that's where the magic is
You don't need to perform or worry about what you look like. The best photos come from real moments: a glance, a laugh, a shared breath. Let go a little — we'll guide when needed, and the best unfolds naturally.
2. Build buffer time into your timeline
A little breathing room between getting ready, the ceremony and couple portraits makes all the difference. It gives us space for spontaneous shots — and gives you time to soak it all in.
3. Choose locations that feel like you
A quiet lane, an open field, a textured wall — we love meaningful or interesting spots. Trust us to find great light, but if you've got a place you love, let's work it in.
4. Consider an unplugged ceremony
Phones can distract from the emotion (and your photos). Asking guests to be fully present makes for cleaner frames and a more heartfelt atmosphere.
5. Get ready in calm, light-filled spaces
Clutter-free rooms with natural light are a photographer's dream, and calm energy in the morning sets the tone for the day. Keep the space tidy — or assign a friend to do a quick sweep before we arrive.
6. Keep a drink and snacks nearby
Especially during portraits — hydration and a little sugar go a long way in keeping energy and moods high.
7. Trust the process
We've worked at hundreds of weddings and we're here to make you look and feel amazing. Trust us with the light, the angles, the pace — we've got you.
Photographing a wedding at Lorne Beach
The beach is wide enough to walk clear of the summer crowds within a minute or two, and the shelter from Point Grey keeps the water calm, so reflections work at the tide line. Sand, water and the row of gums at the back give three clean layers for portraits. Bare feet and a spare towel help. If the weather turns, the foreshore lawns under the trees give quick cover and town is across the road. The gallery below is Sarah and Rob’s wedding, with portraits on Lorne Beach.