I’m Tom - serious about photos, not so serious guy.

I’m a photographer based in the Margaret River region and I run Driftwood Photography along with my wife Amalie.

I am privileged to be able to live a life dedicated to capturing moments and memories.

I look to shoot my ocean work in a way that makes you - even if it’s just for a split second - hear the silence as a wave crests towards its inevitable finale, feel the blast of the spit of a barrel stinging your cheeks and ears, and see the magic that can only come from the combination of light and water. Seeing, hearing, feeling these moments as a surfer is what ultimately led me to this career as a photographer.

Little did I know that my passion for ocean photography would quickly be rivalled by the photography of people. Specifically the union of two people. Being privy to one of the most intimate days in a couples life, and responsible for capturing said day in a way that truly represents them, has developed an equal passion for wedding photography. As every couple is unique, I take a unique approach to capturing your special day; some people are comfortable in front of a camera, many are not (me included). It is with a relaxed, fun and unobtrusive approach - fluid to the tides of the day - that result in the most memorable and natural moments, void of staged and starched moments, in an album representing the true you and your loved ones. This all might sound a little serious, and whilst I do take it seriously the most important thing is to have fun with it!

For more of my work head to tompearsall.com or marlei.com.au for commercial work.