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Nikki Russian Photography
About
Overview & Vibe
Nikki Russian Photography is a Melbourne and Yarra Valley wedding photographer based in the outer northern suburbs, with a candid, authentic and fun approach built for couples who love to party.
Style & Approach
Plenty of candid, documentary-style moments, gentle prompts for camera-shy couples, and a timeless, true-to-life edit with no desaturated greens.
Ideal For
Relaxed, fun-loving couples, alternative weddings and LGBTQ+ couples who want a photographer right in the middle of the dancefloor.
The Need-to-Knows
- Coverage runs from $1,990 for 4 hours to $3,990 for 10 hours.
- There is no limit on edited photos, usually 70 to 100 an hour.
- Sneak peeks arrive in 1 to 3 days and the full gallery in 6 to 8 weeks.
- A $900 retainer secures the date.
Standout Feature
Custom fine art albums with debossed linen or velvet covers, from $780.
Albums & Prints
- The Mini — From $780. A 6 x 8 inch, 30-page fine art album of up to 50 photos, often ordered for parents.
- The In-Between — From $880. An 8 x 10 inch, 30-page hardcover album of up to 60 photos.
- The Standard — From $1,200. An 8 x 10 inch, 50-page album of up to 90 photos on thick archival paper.
- Square Upgrade — $1,400. The In-Between upgraded to a 10 x 10 inch square book.
Appointment Policy
- A free consultation by video, or in person in the northern suburbs, comes before booking.
- A signed photo agreement and a $900 non-refundable retainer secure the date.
- Emails are answered Tuesday to Thursday, within about a week.
Areas Serviced
- Melbourne – Based in Melbourne's outer northern suburbs.
- Yarra Valley – A Melbourne and Yarra Valley wedding photographer.
- Regional Victoria – A travel fee of $50 to $120 may apply beyond 90 km or for multiple locations.
Booking & Deposit
- $900 non-refundable deposit retainer
Hours of Coverage
- 4, 6, 8 or 10 hours of coverage.
Nearby Landmarks
- Royal Botanic Gardens Victoria – Lakes, lawns and garden paths beside the Yarra.
- Fitzroy Gardens – Elm avenues and a historic cottage in East Melbourne.
- St Kilda Pier – Bayside boardwalk views towards the city skyline.
- Hosier Lane – Melbourne's famous street-art laneway.
- Yarra Valley – Wineries and rolling hills an hour east of the city.
Photography Packages
- Four Hours — $1,990. Ceremony, limited family portraits, newlywed portraits and a few reception moments in one location.
- Six Hours — $2,500. Getting ready nearby, the ceremony, portraits and reception formalities in succession.
- Eight Hours — $3,290. The most popular option, from getting ready through to dancefloor and party shots.
- Ten Hours — $3,990. Full-day coverage from getting ready to the end of the reception, including night portraits.
Photography Style
- candid
- documentary
- relaxed
- timeless
Price Notes
- 2026 wedding coverage runs from $1,990 for 4 hours to $3,990 for 10 hours.
- Weddings from January to June 2027 are $120 more than the listed prices.
- Quoted prices are honoured for one week after the first reply to an enquiry.
- Unedited RAW files are not supplied.
Services Offered
- Wedding Photography
- Engagement Photography
- LGBTQ+ Wedding Photography
- Event And Party Photography
- Fine Art Wedding Albums
- Fine Art Prints
Starting Price
- From $1,990
Travel & Destination
- A $50 to $120 travel fee may apply for areas about 90 km from outer northern Melbourne or for multiple locations.
Turnaround Time
- Sneak peeks arrive 1 to 3 days after the wedding, and the full gallery within 6 to 8 weeks.
What You Receive
- Unlimited Edited Photos, Usually 70 To 100 An Hour
- Individually Edited Images
- Up To 60 Sneak Peeks Within 1 To 3 Days
- Online Gallery With Web And High-Res Downloads
- Wedding Day Timeline Planning
- Discounted Engagement Session
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Contact
- Website
- nikkirussianphotography.com.au
- Services
- Yarra Valley, Victoria
Yarra Valley, Victoria
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