My name is James Broadbent, jump over to the About page to learn more about me.

I shoot all kinds of weddings; for me, it’s about the people. Whether you are planning a day full of classy details or a relaxed affair, I’m in and I’d love to hear about it.

Yes, often! I love new places and no where is too far away. Though I’m based in Auckland, New Zealand I travel a lot for weddings and it often costs less than you think. Anywhere in NZ is easy. I also spend some months each year in Europe to shoot weddings. I’ve shot weddings in over 13 countries and travelled to many more. Hit me up for a full travel schedule.

I make cinematic, beautiful and unique photographs focused on moments. Like you, I don’t love forced, posed photography, so for most of the day I work in documentary mode, capturing moments as they happen. For the portraits, I offer enough direction to help you feel comfortable without making anything feel forced.

I put in a lot of work to find great locations with great light. This is part of my service when you book.

I love meeting every couple, either in person or on a video call. It’s important that you feel comfortable with me and that I understand what matters to you. You don’t want some weird photographer standing in the corner, so I make the effort to fit naturally into your day like a guest.

I deliver a sneak peek of your photos in the week after your wedding - normally just a few days after. Exciting! The rest of your gallery will be delivered to you 6-8 weeks after the wedding date. You will receive a stunning and personalised online gallery where you can organise, keep, share and print your photos from.

I will first meet you and chat through some details about your wedding plans. Then I just need a signed agreement and a deposit to book in your date. Once you’ve made the deposit and signed, you have me locked in for your date.

I prefer to keep things intimate, simple and organic. Personally, I believe that a wedding shouldn’t be a large production because it looses it’s authenticity and natural moments are less. It’s nice not to have so many cameras buzzing around. If needed, I can get a second shooter, if the circumstances really require it.

Yes! I love to see photos get printed and made into albums. It brings them to life. I offer amazing custom designed albums - you can see more details here. I can also arrange custom framed prints. For smaller prints and products, your online gallery will have a store attached which makes the whole process very easy.