HI, WE’RE SHERMAN TAN STUDIO

Your Melbourne Wedding Photographer

OUR STORY

In 2022, we were in your shoes.

Planning our own wedding. Counting down the days until 2nd November, the date we would get married at one of the most scenic locations in the Mornington Peninsula.

Our wedding photos turned out beautiful. But finding a photographer whose photos we liked wasn’t easy.

Through this process we realised what the difference is between someone who stands back and takes a photo, versus someone who gets involve to create the photo.

As a wedding couple we appreciate direction and guidance. Remind us to smile. Hype us up. Make sure we look good.

And that is what we want for you.

HELLO, I’M SHERMAN

Photography from the Heart

Photographing and crafting magical love stories around Melbourne and beyond. I call Australia home but am still a Malaysian at heart.

A travel bug, dad-joke appreciator.

You are here because you want someone that gives you photographs help you remember how you felt, tell your unique love story, and that will stand the test of time.

With bright and dreamy aesthetics, and an eye for architecture and design, I bring a touch of magic to every photograph.

MEET JACQUI

Content Creator, Architect. Foodie

Jacqui does a lot behind the scenes on and off photoshoots. Besides dual wielding a camera and a phone to capture authentic moments throughout the day, she helps in many ways to ensure your day runs smooth.

During her free time Jacqui loves to bake, travel, and hunt for good (Italian) food.

Our Values

  • You won't know how valuable a photograph is until it's all you have left.

    One of the most common regret voiced by couples are about underestimating the value of photographs. Photographs gain significance over time, becoming cherished heirlooms passed down through generations.

  • Speaking from personal experience, I know that I don't look great when left ‘naturally’ to do my own thing while getting my photos taken… even at best of times. (I have a real RBF) My ultimate goal is for you to have beautiful natural-looking photos. So I am more than happy to give you little tips and guidance as we go to help make sure you look your best in your photographs.

    Most of my couples show up saying “Sorry, we’re awkward and shy in front of the camera”, and by the end they’re going on about how easy and fun it was.

  • I'm not just a supplier or vendor and you're not just my client. We're going to be friends. It might sound cheesy, but I get really invested in my couples because I really do care and I want to be more than just a photographer to you. Let's focus on creating something beautiful together rather than just 'getting photos done'. Getting to know each other helps me capture your vision of the day, and who you are as a couple. We’ll create a space where your genuine connection can radiate, and allowing you both to truly be-you-tiful.

  • You can expect our complete dedication and focus on you and your momentous day. We offer undivided attention that allows us to engage and connect with everyone involved on a personal level. From beginning to the end we give our best into every wedding.

  • Although we live in a modern age we do appreciate and respect everything that has passed down through time. Whatever traditions you have, we will make sure we do it right.

Testimonials

D & E

Stress-Free, Relaxed and Enjoyable

“If you want your wedding day to be stress-free, relaxed, and enjoyable, you should consider having Sherman as your photographer, as he is very warm and approachable as a person, and has a good eye for detail and colour. He is able to make you feel comfortable, and strives to bring the best out of each person/situation he takes a photo of.”

Jason & Matt

Such amazing sensibility and point of view

"Sherman was great that he had such amazing sensibility and point of view, and yet so accommodating - it allowed us to just relax and have fun because we knew we were in good hands."

Finnian & Jass

Someone we could trust

“From our first meeting we knew he was someone we could trust. Perhaps it was the way he spoke and was really easy to talk to. From that and the price he quoted we did not even look for a second photographer. It was nice that he came with us to look at the venue and discuss ideas. We love how the photos look really natural, especially the ones from the both of us. We are now having a difficult time choosing the nicer photos to be placed in our wedding album and there are too many!”