About Chasewild

Chasewild is the wedding photography work of James Broadbent, based in New Zealand and photographing weddings here and around the world.

My approach is relaxed, natural and considered. I want the photographs to feel like your wedding actually felt, while still creating images that are bold, beautiful and unmistakably Chasewild.

I’ve photographed everything from intimate elopements in the mountains to multi-day celebrations on the other side of the world. Whatever the setting, I put a lot of work in before the wedding to understand the day, scout locations and think about light, so that when it actually arrives, you don’t need to worry about any of it.

On the day itself, I’m relaxed, down to earth and very comfortable blending into what’s happening. I’ll step in and give direction when it helps, then disappear into the background when it doesn’t.

Quick fire

I photograph weddings throughout New Zealand and around the world
I’ve photographed more than 400 weddings across 30+ countries
I’m known for my cinematic look, natural moments and a timeless visual style
I’ll give you direction when you need it, without turning your wedding into a photoshoot
I care a lot about the experience as well as the photographs
I’ve taught and mentored photographers through workshops in New Zealand and internationally

James broadbent

james chasewild.jpg — I’ve spent a pretty significant part of my life travelling for weddings. For years that has meant disappearing to Europe during New Zealand winters, spending weekends in different parts of the country and getting to photograph people in some fairly incredible places.
When I’m not photographing weddings, I’m usually back in Auckland or trying to find somewhere in the mountains to camp.
I still love that every wedding is completely different. Different people, places, light, weather and energy. After more than 400 of them, that unpredictability is still a big part of what makes me love photographing them.

Awards and features

In print:

Jake and Naomi - Hello May Cover
Georgina and Depak - Wild Hearts
Jimmi and Charlotte - Together Journal
Maggie + Matt - Together Journal
Daniel + Tyson - Together Journal
James and Laura - Together Journal
Chasewild Feature - D-Photo
Andrez and Vincent - Together Journal
Cam and Stu - Together Journal
Kai and Lisanne - Together Journal
Zoe and Steve - Wild Hearts
Renisa and Scott - Together Journal
Kelsey and Keith - Together Journal

Online Features:

Daniel and Tyson - Junebug
Brya and Rupert - TG
Gemma and Jesse - Together Journal
Leana and Josh - Wild Hearts
Sarah and Brad - Bride and Groom
Reem and Jenai - Green Wedding Shoes
Anj and James - Hello May
Courtney and Jackson - Junebug
Jess and Spencer - Polka Dot Bride
James and Laura - Junebug
Jo and Ellaine - Wildhearts
Sarah and Brad - Together Journal
Kai and Lisanne - Magnolia Rougue
Kenny and Jasmine - Hello May
Steve and Zoe - Wildhearts
Joel and Rach - Hochzeitsguide
James and Ella - Junebug
Stunning Destination Weddings - Cosmopolitan
Reem and Jenai - Emirates Woman
Best Wedding Photos 2017 - Cosmopolitan
Calvin and Georgia - BKLYN BRIDE
Chasewild Feature - Excio
Best Photographers Auckland - Top Reviews