St Joseph’s Church Subiaco Wedding Photos
Pointed arches, tall lancet windows and a bright domed sanctuary in Perth’s inner west
St Joseph’s Church stands on Salvado Road in Subiaco, a few kilometres west of the Perth CBD. It opened in 1934 to a design by Edgar Le Blond Henderson in the Interwar Gothic style and is on the State Register of Heritage Places. The parish has deep roots in the suburb: Subiaco takes its name from the Benedictine monastery Bishop Serra founded on this land in 1850.
Veri’s team has photographed one St Joseph’s wedding here. Claire and George said their vows at the altar with their bridal party lined up on either side, kissed under the crucifix and came back down the aisle with Claire’s bouquet in the air, before heading to Cottesloe and on to a reception at Perth Town Hall.
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 St Joseph’s Church
White walls and tall windows keep the sanctuary bright, so we photograph without flash, working quietly from the aisle and the side walls with a long lens for faces and a wide one for the whole church. The arches and the domed sanctuary give the first kiss a grand frame. Out the front, the red brick facade makes a strong backdrop for the cheers, the hugs and a family group.