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I AM SO SO GLAD THAT YOU ARE HERE.
WE GOT THIS
🜂 You’re feeling a little nervous (or basically terrified) about being in front of a camera, and you’re convinced you’ll be all awkward and weird.
🜂 You want an album full of fun, epic photos that feel like you, without the stiff poses and awkward moments that make you cringe.
🜂 Your goal is to marry your bestest friend and party all night with your whānau and friends.
🜂 You’d love a little help planning your day, from vendor suggestions and timelines to making the most of every moment. Because honestly, it can all feel a little cray sometimes!
Hey you pretty things...
TAKING BOOKINGS FOR 2027-2028 SEASON NOW.
Flick me an email to get the ball rolling. I would love to talk about your plans!
My Services & Packages
My packages all include consultation on your timeline, a client phone call or meeting, and plenty of support. I have taken extra care to ensure that these packages suit the needs and budgets of everyone. With over 12 years experience in wedding photography, I guarantee a totally lovely experience for you.
BONUS GOODY: Every wedding booked with me receives half price engagement shoot.
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TWO PHOTOGRAPHERS
With me, David James, plus a second shooter.
• Full-day coverage: From getting ready to the party on the dance floor. Plus second shooter: Capturing the action from morning prep through the reception.
• Ideal for bigger weddings or when the couple are getting ready in different locations.
• Includes: 1000+ edited, high-resolution photos delivered in a personalised digital album.
• A preview gallery of 100+ images within 48 hours to relive the highlights right away.
•Full gallery ready within 6–8 weeks.
Travel costs may apply.
FULL DAY BABY!
Hands-down my most popular package. Single shooter—that’s me! I’ll be there for every moment, from getting ready to the dance floor celebrations.. Just the full the magic of your day, beautifully captured..
• Full coverage: Candid moments, stunning details, and venue shots—everything you could dream of!
• Minimum of 900+ edited, high-resolution photos delivered in a personalised digital album.
• A preview gallery of 100+ edited images within 48 hours to to relive the highlights right away.
• Your complete gallery delivered within 6–8 weeks.
Travel costs may apply.
4 Hours - JUST THE ESSENTIALS
Single Shooter: David James (that's me).
4 Hours - Half Day: I am there to capture your ceremony, followed by family group portraits, then couple and bridal portraits.
300+ edited photos in all high resolution format (print size and web size) delivered within 6-8 weeks. Includes small preview gallery within week of wedding day.
Travel costs may apply.
Six hour day available for $2900
$2100
$4600
$3600
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Additional Services
Elopements
Couples & Engagement
You just want to get away with your best friend and celebrate. Ideal for guest list under 10 people. Travel costs maybe included. A personalised album is included.
A lighthearted date in the location of your choice for 45 minutes - full direction for posing and wardrobe with the delivery of a personalised album and 100+ images.
• Engagement shoots are HALF PRICE - when you book a wedding with me
Starting at:
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$600
$ 450
KIND WORDS
"On the day of the shoot, we arrived nervous and not quite sure of ourselves but David instantly clicked with us and his huge bubbly personality was more than enough to break the ice. He is so so passionate and loves his job, and it really really shows. The pictures were breathtaking, and the whole day felt magical and whimsical.
He is such a light in this world and worth his weight in gold."
- Joselyn
YOUr Essentials
Your Free Wedding Planner
I have gone and created a super comprehensive page devoted to planning your big day. Hopefully this saves you your sanity and savings in the long run. The key is to get the support you need now - stress the hell out as much as you want now - so you don't have to on the day!
It’s always an absolute thrill when I get that first email or call from someone wanting to talk about their wedding day. I’ll be honest with you: I love the whole transformative experience of photography and the positive impact it can have on your life.
Many of us recoil at the idea of having our picture taken. That’s why I can’t wait for you to experience the fun, exuberance and sheer joy of feeling like yourself in front of the camera. I believe there’s something really powerful in that.
Be prepared to have your life slightly altered in the best way.
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ME & MY WORK
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QUESTIONS
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Is there anything different you do to other photographers?
What is your photography style?
I believe photography is a personality-driven job. The photographer’s energy and presence will ultimately influence the resulting images. I’m a socially oriented photographer, and I love talking to people during and after a shoot. I’ve found that having fun and being approachable generally gets great results. I love those natural, fun and candid shots where people are expressing their emotions freely, and I endeavour to create an environment where that can happen.
Good question – I have a photojournalistic style. I love capturing candid moments of the day as it unfolds. I don’t want to force too much posing from the people present; I’d rather work with the energy of the day. Having said that, I really enjoy the creative side of things too. I work with natural light, and it always thrills me to capture the magic of the day and work with the natural environment.
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How do you like to run things on the day?
How long do we wait for photos ?
I always deliver a preview gallery of 50–100 images within 48 hours to a week, depending on your package. These images are high resolution and ready to print, so you can use them for thank-you cards or postcards for your guests if you like. During peak season, please allow 6–8 weeks for your full digital album. I’ll always keep you updated on what to expect. Once it’s ready, you’ll receive a beautiful, password-protected gallery to share with your family and friends.
I’m very much a fly on the wall for the first half of the day. I like to give people time to get used to having me around, while focusing on the stories unfolding throughout the day – the kids, the grandparents, the fun candid moments of getting ready, mum and dad. You can’t fake those relationship dynamics. In the second part of the day, I need to take a little more control as we’re working to a timeline. I want to make sure everyone is sitting down on time for dinner, so you can relax and enjoy your evening with family and friends.
