Central Coast Wedding Photography — Relaxed, Candid & Genuinely You

Your wedding day is one of the most important days of your life — and how it's photographed matters. As your Central Coast wedding photographer, my job is to make the whole experience feel easy, relaxed and completely natural. No awkward posing, no stiff directions. Just you, your partner, and the real moments that make your day uniquely yours.

My Approach to Central Coast Wedding Photography

My style is best described as photojournalistic, candid and relaxed. Think of me as a documentary filmmaker with a camera — quietly capturing your story as it unfolds, not directing it. Every wedding I photograph tells a genuine storyline from start to finish, from the nervous excitement of preparation through to the last dance of the night.

I've photographed over 650 weddings across the Central Coast, Sydney, Newcastle and the Hunter Valley. That experience means I know how to handle any lighting, any venue and any situation — so you never have to worry about a thing.

Why Couples Trust David Maltby Images With Their Wedding Day

Choosing the right wedding photographer is one of the biggest decisions you'll make. You need someone experienced enough to handle anything the day throws at them, and relaxed enough to make you feel completely at ease in front of the camera.

✓ Over 650 weddings photographed across the Central Coast and NSW since 2010

✓ A genuine documentary approach — your day captured as it happens, not directed

✓ Trusted as the preferred photographer for Mystwood Weddings in the Hunter Valley

What's Included in Your Wedding Photography Coverage

My most popular Central Coast wedding photography coverage is 8 hours, which typically delivers 800+ beautifully edited, high-resolution images telling the full story of your day. This covers everything from bridal and groom preparation through to the ceremony, family portraits, bridal party photos and several hours of your reception.

Every wedding is different, so coverage can be extended or reduced to suit your day and budget. All packages include an online gallery for easy sharing with family and friends. Head over to the Pricing page for full details — and if you book in advance, your price is locked in to protect you from any future increases.

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““David recently took our photos for our recent wedding, and we couldn’t be happier with his work. I’m normally very uncomfortable having my photo taken, but David was so lovely, he made the whole process easy & stress free.

He was so unobtrusive that half the time you forget he’s there, but he is, working hard to get the perfect shot. He was able to get the photos sent to us incredibly quickly too, which was fantastic.

All the photos look stunning, he was able to capture so many happy and unexpected moments. We highly recommended David to everyone, don’t trust anyone else for your special day.”
— Kat & Nick

What Central Coast couples say

Frequently Asked Questions — Central Coast Wedding Photography

  • Wedding photography pricing starts with my most popular option — 8 hours of coverage — which typically delivers 800+ high-quality, beautifully edited images telling the full story of your day. This covers bride and groom preparation, the ceremony, family portraits, bridal party photos and several hours of your reception.

    All coverage can be extended or reduced to suit your day and budget. Head over to my Pricing page for full details. If you book in advance, your price is locked in to protect you from any future increases.

  • Absolutely — and it's something I highly recommend. Meeting before you book is a great opportunity to make sure we're a good fit and that I fully understand your expectations for the day.

    A face-to-face catch up on the Central Coast is always welcome, but a phone or video call works just as well. Whatever suits you best.

  • Getting started is easy — just head over to my Contact page and send me some details about your day, or call me directly on 0404 122 316 for a no-obligation chat.

    Once we're both happy it's a great fit, I'll send through a simple agreement and ask for a 25% deposit to lock in your date. Wedding dates on the Central Coast book up fast, so the sooner you reach out the better.

  • I photograph weddings across the Central Coast, Sydney, Newcastle, Hunter Valley, and the North and South Coast of NSW. If you're planning a destination wedding further afield, I'm absolutely open to travel — just cover my travel expenses and I can shoot pretty much anywhere you need me.

  • My style is best described as photojournalistic, candid and relaxed. Every wedding I photograph has a genuine storyline — capturing all the real emotions, details and moments from start to finish. I'm not going to be in your face directing you left and right. Instead I quietly work in the background, documenting your day as it naturally unfolds.

    That said, I will speak up when needed. Your bridal portraits and family photos will involve some gentle guidance and posing to make sure we capture those important moments beautifully.

  • All images are individually colour corrected and enhanced using professional editing software. My signature editing style has a warm, timeless film look — think classic Kodak and Fuji 400 tones rather than heavy digital processing.

    Before booking, please take a look through my portfolio and social media pages to make sure my style resonates with you — it's important we're on the same page.

    I'm a big believer in authentic, natural beauty. Scars, moles and the lines that tell your story are real — and I love capturing the real you. If there's something specific you'd like adjusted in post-processing, just let me know beforehand and I can discuss options with you. Some basic skin softening is applied in line with my style, but I don't deliver heavily retouched images. If you're after magazine-cover editing, I'm probably not the right photographer for you — and that's perfectly okay.

  • Your completed wedding gallery will be emailed to you approximately 3 to 4 weeks after your wedding day. Through your private online gallery you can download all images in both high and low resolution, and easily share the gallery with family and friends so they can download their favourites too.

  • Yes! Engagement sessions are a fantastic way for us to meet, get comfortable together, and talk through anything photography-related before your wedding day. Many couples also use their engagement photos for Save the Date cards.

    What's included:

    • 60-minute photo shoot on location on the Central Coast

    • 50 fully edited images delivered in both colour and black and white via online gallery

    • A relaxed Q&A to cover all your wedding photography needs

    Investment: $495

    Add $50 for travel outside the Central Coast — e.g. Newcastle or Sydney.

  • Yes! I can bring the drone out for your bridal party shoot to capture some stunning aerial perspectives of your day and location.

    Please mention this when you get in touch so I can organise it ahead of time. Drone photography is available for $100 cash on the day and includes 3-5 images added to your gallery. Please note that weather conditions and airspace restrictions can affect drone use, so we'll confirm on the day.

  • Yes sure! I can email you 5 edited images in low resolution by the following morning. These are perfect for sharing on social media.

    Just bring $100 cash with you on the day and I can organise this for you.

  • YYes! Once you receive your online gallery, you and your guests can order premium prints and beautiful wall art products directly through the gallery's built-in shop. Everything is produced by my trusted professional print lab to the highest standard and delivered straight to your door.

    A note on printing elsewhere — quality varies significantly between labs. Common issues with cheaper options include soft or blurry results on larger prints and unwanted cropping from different aspect ratios. My lab gets it right every time, so it's always worth considering.

    Wedding Albums are also available and are truly something special. Each album is hand-crafted by my print lab with your input on the layout before printing. They are one of the most treasured keepsakes from your day.

    Albums start from $550 for a 20-page album. Get in touch for more details.

  • Of course — feel free to send it through so I can take a look and be prepared ahead of time. A couple of things worth mentioning though:

    My style is uniquely my own, and I'm not able to replicate another photographer's specific way of capturing a wedding. More importantly — if I'm heads-down working through a shot list during your day, there's a real risk I'll miss the genuine, unscripted moments that make your wedding gallery truly special.

    What works brilliantly is a list of specific requests — a photo with a particular family member, a fun pose, a cigar shot, a full family group shot. That kind of list I absolutely welcome and will make sure we nail every one.

  • Absolutely. Love is love — everyone deserves beautiful wedding photography, and I'd be honoured to be part of your day.

  • Yes — I hold full Public Liability Insurance. If your venue or any of your vendors require a copy of my certificate of currency, just let me know and I'll have it sent straight over.