My name is Ben Connolly, and I’m a Queensland based, internationally acclaimed Wedding Photographer, Speaker, Educator and Photography Judge. I’m the Founder of Ben Connolly Creative, a boutique wedding photography studio based on the Sunshine Coast focusing on weddings and working with around 50 couples per year, with a Photography career spanning 22 years and over one thousand weddings.
My work has been described as bold, yet timeless and emotive, with an unconventional mix of detailed direction, lighting and creative vision that combine together to create unique and thought-provoking imagery.
I’m the 2025 Australian Creative & Wedding Creative Photographer of the Year, the highest ranked Australian in 4 International Photography Competitions. I’ve been named among the World Top 100 Wedding Photographers for the past 6 years, I’m an international competition Judge, I’ve spoken to audiences in Australia, USA, Japan, Malaysia the UK and I’m a Brand Ambassador for numerous photography industry companies worldwide.
While all that might sound great, what I do is unmistakable. I guide you all the way, I help you plan, I make sure you feel comfortable and confident in front of the camera, but most importantly I make sure you love how you look in every photo, so at the end of the day you walk away thinking:
“That was fun… and holy shit, those photos look incredible.”
2025 Australian Creative Photographer of the Year
2025 Australian Wedding Creative Photographer of the Year
2025 Capture Magazine Wedding Photographer of the Year
6 x World Top 100 Photographers, Europe, Japan, Malaysia
Master of Photography USA, Europe, Asia, Malaysia
A very small collection of some of Ben’s favourite and most highly awarded wedding images that reveal exact moments suspended in time. Each image completely mirrors the distinctiveness of every love story. Through his lens, Ben captures those stolen glances, laughter-filled moments, intimate embraces, and each couples unique love story.
His portfolio is a testament to his artistry, seamlessly intertwining his signature style with the individuality of each and every wedding. From absolutely candid captures to intricate details, his images immortalise the kaleidoscope of emotions that render each wedding day exceptional. Every click of the camera reverberates with the intricacies of love, illuminating how each wedding, like each couple, etches a fresh and captivating narrative.
Below is a brief video that is totally unrelated to weddings or wedding photography and is not meant as a sales pitch. No pressure, it’s just meant for you to gauge whether my personality and values align with yours. If you feel that I’m not the person for you, that’s ok, I totally understand and I genuinely wish you an incredible wedding day – but if my video touches you, then let’s have a relaxed chat about your wedding day vision and if you would like me to be a part of it. I’m excited to discuss and help bring your vision to life!
