Piotrek Ziolkowski Photographer

Business Details

14 Years

experience

Your Trusted Perth Wedding Photographer

Piotrek Ziolkowski Photographer is a Perth-based wedding photography business founded on a passion for capturing authentic, cinematic moments. With over a decade of experience and a portfolio of more than 300 weddings across Western Australia, the business combines artistic vision with technical expertise to document love stories in their most natural form. The founder's journey from cultural anthropology to award-winning photography underscores a commitment to storytelling through unposed, emotionally rich imagery. Recognised by industry leaders such as the Australian Institute of Professional Photography, the business prioritises creative freedom and client-centric service.

Every project reflects a dedication to preserving genuine emotions, whether through intimate elopements or large-scale celebrations. The approach blends technical precision with an intuitive understanding of human connection, ensuring each couple's unique narrative is immortalised. Client testimonials consistently highlight the photographer's ability to create relaxed, joyful experiences while delivering exceptional results. This philosophy of authenticity, combined with international experience and technical mastery, positions the business as a trusted choice for discerning couples seeking timeless visual storytelling.

Services

Wedding Photography Pre-Wedding Sessions Elopement Photography Destination Wedding Coverage Engagement Photography

Details

Year established: 2012

Highlights and features

Documented over 300 weddings with a cinematic storytelling approach
Award-winning photographer with AIPP recognition
Specialises in natural light and unposed moment capture
Offers creative freedom in Australia's most scenic locations
Personalised service from initial consultation to final delivery

Associations and certifications

Australian Institute of Professional Photography (AIPP)

What people say

Photography genius Exceptional service Amazing creativity Genuine emotions Professional excellence

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Services

Wedding Photography

Full-day wedding documentation capturing authentic moments and emotional storytelling. Specialising in cinematic compositions and natural light techniques across diverse locations. Services include timeline coordination and high-resolution image delivery within six weeks.

Pre-Wedding Sessions

Creative portrait sessions in scenic Australian landscapes. Designed to build comfort with the camera while producing artistic imagery for invitations or keepsakes. Includes location guidance and styling advice.

Destination Weddings

International and interstate wedding coverage with a documentary approach. Experienced in navigating diverse cultural traditions and environmental conditions. Offers custom packages for multi-day events and elopements.

Elopement Photography

Discreet documentation of small-scale weddings and commitment ceremonies. Focus on candid interactions and environmental storytelling in unique locations. Flexible hour-based pricing available.

Photojournalism

Unobtrusive capture of events as they unfold naturally. Emphasises emotional authenticity and narrative flow through observational techniques. Ideal for couples preferring minimal direction during celebrations.

People

Piotrek Ziolkowski

Principal Photographer

Polish-born Australian photographer with anthropology background turned award-winning visual storyteller. Specialises in candid wedding documentation across Australia and international destinations. Recognised for innovative use of natural light and emotional authenticity.

Questions

What photography style do you specialise in?

I focus on cinematic documentary-style photography capturing authentic moments using natural light. My approach blends storytelling with artistic composition.

Which locations do you service?

Primarily Western Australia including Perth, Margaret River, and Broome. Available for interstate and international destination weddings.

How do you handle group photos?

I balance candid moments with brief, efficient posed sessions. My process ensures minimal disruption to your celebration while capturing essential family portraits.

When will we receive our photos?

You'll receive a sneak peek within 48 hours, with full edited galleries delivered within six weeks of your event.

What makes your service unique?

Combining anthropology background with technical expertise to create emotionally rich visual narratives that reflect each couple's authentic story.

Do you offer engagement sessions?

Yes, pre-wedding sessions are available to help you build confidence in front of the camera while creating beautiful keepsake images.

Reviews (5)

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Jenna Holt

Mar 19, 2021 Report

Piotrek (A.K.A The Light Catcher), we can't thank you enough for our absolutely amazing wedding photos, they really are a work of art. We had the pleasure of Piotrek taking our pre wedding and wedding day photos. I am a designer and a perfectionist and I don't think I could have found a better photographer to suit our needs. Piotrek is a perfectionist himself, but a laid back, calm and friendly one.
Piotrek listened to the specifics we wanted and saw things no one else did. He didn't stand still for a second on our wedding day and really captured the fun and intimate feel of our special day.

Adam Schoderboeck

Nov 17, 2020 Report

Piotrek is such a talented photographer! he shot our wedding and all of the photos hes shown us so far have blown us away! we can't wait to see the whole gallery! He has such a calming and enthusiastic demeanour which really helped my partner and I as we were worried that we werent photogenic enough for our own wedding photos! He went an scoped locations before our wedding and found a jaw dropping area up near bells lookout in the Perth Hills! he was really good at suggesting great shots but always checked in with us to make sure we were comfortable doing the shot!
we actually had a blast during

Kim Bloor

Nov 16, 2020 Report

Piotrek was amazing to work with, and his photos are exceptional! He made us feel at ease, in the lead up to, and on the day of our wedding, and kept us (and the bridal party) smiling and laughing throughout the day. He even managed to get our puppy (the ring bearer) to look at the camera, which is typically impossible! We are absolutely thrilled with our photos!! They truly capture the atmosphere, emotions and magic of the day. We would highly recommend Piotrek as a wedding photographer.

Danielle Hewitt

Sep 14, 2020 Report

Piotrek is an outstanding wedding photographer from his professionalism to his ability to move seamlessly around our guests. Prior to the wedding Piotrek took the time to get to know us as a couple, scouted locations and made us feel at ease in the days leading up to the wedding. We were confident in his ability to tell the story of our day and could not be happier with the end result. Piotrek shot all facets of the day and his photographs captured the emotions of all perfectly. We have no hesitation in recommending Piotrek as he is brilliant - Danielle & Chris.

P'Tite Lili

Sep 23, 2018 Report

A beautiful encounter. We met Piotrek randomly for our engagement photo shoot in 2014 and did not know his work then. We loved the photographs from it and when we were making the big decision on who to pick to shoot our wedding, he immediately came to mind. Except only his first name came to mind... We now know how to spell Ziolkowski without looking ;) Anyway, luckily enough there's no other Piotrek when you type "Piotrek photographer Perth", so your exotic name is a good thing in the end ;)
Not 5 minutes spent on his website and we knew he was the photographer for us. We just wanted to be one