We are Jay and Yesha, the husband-and-wife team behind J Y Productions. We started the business in 2018, we work from Beaconsfield in South-East Melbourne, and we speak English, Hindi and Gujarati. Recent couple sessions are on our Instagram, @j.y_productions.

Pre-wedding shoots near Beaconsfield

Because we are based here, we know how the light falls in these spots at different times of year. Tall trees soften harsh sun, water gives you reflections, and lookouts give you big skies at golden hour.

We plan the session with you so it feels like a relaxed date, not a photo shoot. Walk, talk, laugh, and let us catch the moments in between.

What a session near Beaconsfield looks like:

Hills, lakes and gardens all within a short drive of our base.
Seasonal colour in the hills gardens, which we help you time.
A sneak peek within 2 days and the full gallery within 14 days.
We plan the location and the mood with you before the day.
Photo and film are both available, so you can have a short film for your wedding website or reception.
Bring a second outfit if you like. A change of look gives your gallery variety.

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Wedding coverage in Beaconsfield

If you are getting married locally, see our Beaconsfield wedding photography guide. Many couples book both together.

Why couples choose our pre-wedding sessions

Relaxed, candid direction.
Help choosing outfits and colours.
Locations matched to your style.
Photos and film from one session.

Choosing your look

Start with what you love. If you picture soft light through trees, choose a park or garden. If you want water and reflections, a lake at sunset. If you want something urban and bold, a city laneway or plaza.

Near Beaconsfield, the hills give you lush green and old trees, while the reservoir gives you open water and wide views.

Outfits matter as much as location. Choose clothes you feel wonderful in, and bring a second look if you would like variety. We are happy to talk colours and styling before the day.

On the day

We meet you at the first spot in Beaconsfield, have a quick chat about the plan and start with a few easy frames so you can warm up. After ten minutes or so most couples stop thinking about the camera. We give light direction, like where to stand and which way to face the light, then step back and let you talk, laugh and walk together. If you are changing outfits, we plan a sensible spot for it in advance.

Book your session

Send us your ideas for Beaconsfield, your wedding date and the look you love. Use the enquiry form, call +61 435 222 666 or email Hello@jyproductions.com.au. We reply within 24 to 48 hours.

Booking and delivery

Booking: after a quick call about your plans, a 10% retainer holds your date.

Delivery: a sneak peek within 2 days and the full gallery within 14 days.

When to book

Most couples do their pre-wedding session a few months before the wedding, so the photos are ready for invitations, a welcome sign or a slideshow at the reception. Earlier is fine too, especially if you want a particular season.

If you want autumn colour in the hills gardens, book early. Those weeks are popular.

Around Beaconsfield

Emerald Lake Park in Emerald has walking trails around the lakes, fern gullies and big ornamental trees. Puffing Billy stops at its Lakeside station, which can add a playful moment if timings line up. It is a popular park, so we allow extra time for parking on busy days.

Alfred Nicholas Memorial Gardens in Sherbrooke is a historic garden with a lake. It is generally open 10am to 5pm, and the lower islands close seasonally, so we check before planning.

Cardinia Reservoir Park has lookouts across Melbourne’s second-largest reservoir and mobs of eastern grey kangaroos. Gates open dawn to dusk, and drones need a permit.

These are public places couples often consider; we are not claiming past shoots at any of them.

Why couples book us

Two of us. While one watches the light, the other helps with outfits and keeps the mood easy.
Established 2018. J Y Productions has been our business since 2018.
Three languages. We chat comfortably with you and anyone who comes along.
We know the spots. Lakes, lookouts, laneways: we suggest the place that suits your look.
Photo and film. Both are available, planned together so the session flows.