Auckland · New Zealand

Wedding photography,
told like it happened.

20+ years behind the lens, across the US and New Zealand. Now booking a limited number of Auckland weddings for 2026/2027.

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No obligation, let's start with a coffee.

Bride and groom in native New Zealand bush
About Jo

Three decades of real moments, not staged ones.

I started shooting weddings full-time in the US and have spent 20+ years since behind the camera, the last stretch based here in Auckland. I've photographed over 100 weddings, from intimate elopements on black-sand beaches to full marquee celebrations for 200 guests.

I'm not chasing trends. I'm chasing the real moment: the look between you and your partner, the parent's face during the vows, the room mid-laugh. That's what you'll actually want to look at in twenty years.

20+Years shooting
100+Weddings captured
2Countries, one craft
Recent work

A few favourites

Couple embracing on a black sand beach
Couple framed inside a sparkler heart
Couple lit between wine barrels in a cellar
Bride and groom kissing under the veil
Engagement ring detail with native flowers
Engagement ring detail on a starfish at the beach
Bride's wedding shoe detail
Bride having lipstick applied while getting ready
Bride laughing with her bridesmaids holding the veil
Groom and groomsmen portrait in a doorway
Bride and groom nose to nose under native bush
Black and white bridal veil silhouette portrait
Champagne and florals reception detail
Wedding reception food detail
Bride and groom embracing at golden hour against black rock
Bride seated with her dress spread across the steps
Three tier wedding cake with ivy and roses
Bride and groom with bridesmaids on a staircase
Bride with bridesmaids in red dresses among pine trees
Wedding and bridesmaid dresses hanging in a sunlit window
Close up of a blush and white wedding bouquet
Couple kissing on the beach at sunset
Aerial view of the whole wedding party raising a toast
Champagne bottles in a floral ice bucket at the reception
Macro detail of a white blossom flower
Kind words

From real couples

"Jo is amazing, from the very first meeting she makes you feel comfortable. The pictures are amazing! Totally gobsmacked!!!"

Sarah & Rob

"I am so in love with all my photos! Almost making me cry just looking at it. Thank you for capturing such beautiful memories we are able to cherish forever."

Darnell & Izzy

"It was an absolute pleasure to work with Jo, the photographs are gorgeous, everyone loves them!"

Nerissa & Kieran

"Jo has done my wedding photography and my daughter's. What superb photography, from formal to relaxed, each and every photo special and treasured."

Teresa, mother of the bride

"Ohhhh Jo they are so stunning! Bringing tears of happiness to my eyes! They are amazing!"

Amber & Brian

"Oh my goodness!!! I just cried looking at the picture! You're absolutely amazing and talented!"

Jennifer Lam
Investment

Wedding photography packages

Intimate

$2,950
  • 3 hours coverage
  • 1 photographer
  • Online gallery, full edit
  • Perfect for elopements
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Most booked

Classic

$3,500
  • 4 hours coverage
  • Ceremony → key reception moments
  • Online gallery, full edit
  • Engagement shoot included
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Complete Story

$5,000
  • 6 hours coverage
  • Premium album included
  • Engagement shoot included
  • Priority date lock-in
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Need more time on the day? Extra hours can be added to any package.

Let's grab a coffee.

I'd genuinely rather meet you than trade emails. Send your details below and I'll set up a no-pressure coffee, just us, getting to know each other and your day. If your engagement ring's ready, I'll often shoot it on the spot so you've got a beautiful image for your invitations, on me.

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