Business Details
At Free the Bird, we are driven by a deep passion for capturing the raw, unscripted beauty of weddings. Based in Melbourne, I, Morgan Vandermark, specialise in documenting those fleeting, authentic moments that define your special daywhether its a quiet glance, a burst of laughter, or the grandeur of a celebration. My approach is relaxed and unobtrusive, ensuring you feel at ease while I focus on preserving the genuine emotions and details that make your wedding uniquely yours. With years of experience across Australia and internationally, I bring a keen eye for detail and a commitment to delivering photographs that tell your story with honesty and artistry. Every wedding is different, and I thrive on the unpredictability, from intimate elopements to grand receptions, always aiming to capture the essence of your love and joy.
My work has been featured in esteemed publications like Together Journal, Hello May, and Ivory Tribe, a testament to the quality and care I pour into each project. When Im not behind the camera, youll find me outdoors, drawing inspiration from nature and lifes adventures. If youre looking for a photographer who values authenticity, professionalism, and a personal touch, Id love to be part of your journey. Trust in a service that prioritises your vision, delivering timeless images youll cherish for a lifetime. Lets create something beautiful together.
My work has been featured in esteemed publications like Together Journal, Hello May, and Ivory Tribe, a testament to the quality and care I pour into each project. When Im not behind the camera, youll find me outdoors, drawing inspiration from nature and lifes adventures. If youre looking for a photographer who values authenticity, professionalism, and a personal touch, Id love to be part of your journey. Trust in a service that prioritises your vision, delivering timeless images youll cherish for a lifetime. Lets create something beautiful together.
Services
Wedding photography
Elopement photography
Wedding albums
Engagement shoots
Destination weddings
Highlights and features
- We specialise in capturing natural, unposed wedding moments.
- Our work is featured in Together Journal and Hello May.
- We offer a relaxed, unobtrusive photography approach.
- We document weddings across Australia and internationally.
- We focus on telling your unique love story.
Services
Wedding photography
We capture the essence of your wedding day, from candid moments to grand celebrations. Our photography focuses on authentic emotions, ensuring your memories are preserved naturally. Trust us to deliver images that reflect the joy and uniqueness of your special occasion.
Elopement photography
We specialise in intimate elopement photography, documenting your private vows in stunning locations. Our approach is discreet and personal, ensuring your day feels as unique as your love. Let us capture the magic of your elopement with artistry and care.
Wedding albums
We design bespoke wedding albums that beautifully showcase your special day. Each album is crafted to highlight your most cherished moments in a timeless format. Enjoy a keepsake that tells your love story with elegance and detail.
Engagement shoots
We offer engagement shoots to capture the excitement and love before your big day. These sessions are relaxed and fun, focusing on your connection as a couple. Let us create stunning images that celebrate this special time in your life.
Destination weddings
We photograph destination weddings, bringing our expertise to locations across Australia and internationally. Our adaptable style ensures we capture the beauty of your chosen venue and the joy of your celebration. Trust us to document your dream wedding, wherever it may be.
Reviews (4)
Yasitha Amarasinghe
Jan 05, 2022
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Jai and Leelou made us feel so comfortable on the day, we honestly didn't see them as they took so many beautiful candid pics of us. We definitely didn't make it easy on the day with glaring light, but they managed to capture our ceremony so flawlessly.
Cannot fault them - Jai and Leelou are clearly passionate about what they do and it reflects in their work.
Cannot fault them - Jai and Leelou are clearly passionate about what they do and it reflects in their work.
Kaitlyn Schiltz
Aug 29, 2020
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Everything about Free the Bird is exactly what we were looking for in a wedding photographer! Jai is sooo easy going and we instantly had a connection with him and felt comfortable which was really important for us.
Jai was so professional and helpful in the lead up to our big day, and on the day itself, he and his wife Leelou were so discrete, and lovely to have around. Our wedding photos are a piece of art and we are so in love with them, and the way they have fully captured our whole day. Jai and team had all of our photos to us within four weeks, and we have just recently received our album
Jai was so professional and helpful in the lead up to our big day, and on the day itself, he and his wife Leelou were so discrete, and lovely to have around. Our wedding photos are a piece of art and we are so in love with them, and the way they have fully captured our whole day. Jai and team had all of our photos to us within four weeks, and we have just recently received our album
Ben Cummins
Aug 29, 2020
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Free the Bird Photography are a must have for your special day. We couldn't thank Jai and Leelou enough for helping turn our wedding day into everlasting memories. Their attention to detail, capturing special moments and the ability to be discrete whilst photographing was impressive. The package we purchased allowed us to receive our photos with a beautifully put together slide show, a usb jammed packed of photos, and we have just received our beautiful photo album that we are so proud to own. We have so many photo's that continue to take our breath away. Thanks so much
x Ben and Kobie Cummins
x Ben and Kobie Cummins
Lauren Trani
Nov 06, 2019
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Firstly, I would like to say a massive thank you to Jai for being such a big part of our day! When I first came across Jai on Instagram before I was even engaged I said to myself, one day I will book Jai for my wedding photos. That day came around and I could not be any happier with the outcome. From day one he was very helpful and made us feel comfortable and confident in his ability to produce incredible photos. He is so talented and has an eye for detail and that really shone through. We had a very intimate wedding and Jai was able to capture our vibe and relationship so perfectly. He even took
