THE EXPERIENCES

The images of your wedding day are a living archive, an investment that becomes infinitely more precious with time. They become the portal through which you return to the memories, feelings and connections that made your wedding uniquely your own. If you dream of soulful and vibrant imagery that honours the true spirit of your love story, you are in the right place.

My work is anchored in years of experience, a naturally curious, observant eye and an intuitive approach which allows me to truly attune to you and the energy of your day. This is my mini-superpower when it comes to capturing your story.

When entrusting a photographer with capturing your wedding day, it is essential to have a connection. You are choosing a person who will be present throughout moments of excitement, anticipation, celebration, and everything in between. My role is to adapt to whatever the day brings and blend seamlessly into your inner circle to ensure that you, your family, and friends feel completely comfortable. Most importantly, your photographer should be someone whose work captivates you and whose presence you genuinely enjoy. When you feel comfortable, the camera disappears - and that is when the magic happens.

If you have found your way here, perhaps that is me.

What my previous couples say about the experience.

Beautiful wedding couple Destination wedding Spain

DESTINATION WEDDINGS

Whether documenting a destination wedding weekend in France or Spain, or an intimate garden wedding in the UK, the entirety of my international experience comes with me. One of the greatest privileges of my job is the extraordinary places it takes me: from sun-drenched, Spanish masías to historic stone chapels, I am endlessly inspired by the individual beauty that surrounds every celebration.

Having lived and worked across Spain, France, and India, exploring diverse cultures and spaces is an intrinsic part of who I am. I am drawn to the character of a place, with every location expressing its own distinct personality; weaving place and surroundings effortlessly into your photography is one of the special things about destination wedding photography, where location becomes a stunning backdrop in which you and your fave people experience magical moments to be captured.

French Chateux wedding location

For couples who want more than just the wedding day photographed, this experience is about capturing the whole story around it. The welcome dinner, the boat trip, the wine tasting, the poolside cocktails, the brilliant characters that are your friends, and the fab moments that happen when your family and favourite people come together for a few unforgettable days. I’m there with my camera by my side, not taking over or staging the experience, but blending in and capturing the energy and the atmosphere. We can schedule a couple of editorial-style sessions, pre- and post-wedding, if you wish, and the rest of the time is pure photojournalism as everything unfolds. It’s a complete visual story of your destination celebration, places, spaces, culture, the people, and everything that makes those days uniquely yours.

Cinemtaic analogue portrait at castell d emporda Jo Kemp Photography
Cinemtaic analogue portrait at castell d emporda Jo Kemp Photography

For couples who desire a complete visual narrative of their wedding day, from the quiet anticipation of the morning through to the energy of the party. Editorial-style couple shoots may be included. It works beautifully for both destination weddings and for celebrations at home, where the focus is on the full experience. It is the intuitive, natural way I prefer to document a wedding.

Charlie xcx inspired bride at Masia Victoria in spain photographed by Jo kemp
Charlie xcx inspired bride at Masia Victoria in spain photographed by Jo kemp

Designed for smaller, intimate weddings with shorter timelines where comprehensive, multi-day coverage is not required. The experience is perfectly tailored for focused celebrations where the key moments happen within a tighter window, usually from pre-ceremonial portraits to the cutting of the cake, and sometimes the first dance, depending on how your day is structured.

Documentary photography at a destination wedding in Barcelona Spain
Documentary photography at a destination wedding in Barcelona Spain
Destination wedding in Spain, wedding couple with  champagne, cigar and caviar dining
Bride and Bridesmaids on the Dance floor, Casa Rosa Wedding in Barcelona by Jo Kemp Photography.

ADDITIONAL COVERAGE

Additionally, you can add 35mm analogue to either of my digital wedding photography packages.

There is something truly magical about the imperfectly perfect beauty of film. With soft grain and beautiful tones, it's endlessly nostalgic, cool, and timeless. If you love the raw, unfiltered feel of Polaroid, I can capture gorgeous black-and-white Polaroids as keepsakes throughout the day for your album and guestbook.

An additional film package includes High-resolution scans and hand-selected prints. Choosing Film as an addition to your digital package is the perfect way to craft a truly unique wedding photography package.

Lgbtq wedding confetti moment Destination wedding
Lgbtq wedding confetti moment Destination wedding
Wedding cocktails on the lawn at Primrose Hill farm by jo kemp photography


WEDDING CELEBRATION ADDITIONAL

The welcome evening is often a really joyous event to document the anticipation leading up to your wedding day. People reconnecting, many meeting for the first time, friends and family all brought together in one space. From cocktails to candlelight, it makes for great images.

Post wedding pool party at Casa Felix spain by Jo kemp photography

The morning after the night before, I absolutely love a post-wedding pool party, sun lounger chaos, full of laughter, wicked tales and often a good old barbecue, which all make for awesome colourful images.


WEDDING CELEBRATION ADDITIONAL

Bride holding her bouquet photographed on 35mm film by jo kemp photography
Editorial Bridal session featured in Festival brides by Jo Kemp photography
Editorial Bridal session featured in Festival brides by Jo Kemp photography


PRE OR POST WEDDING

A fashion-inspired shoot for A bride/groom or couple wanting something a little more styled, creative and visually striking, either before or after the wedding day.

We plan the location, atmosphere, and styling together, from an iconic architectural setting to a spot with a beautiful interior, using both natural light and flash photography.

Perfect for couples who love fashion, film, great locations and imagery with a little more edge. Medium format film can also be added for an even more timeless analogue feel.

Couple session in the city, cute couple
Couple session in the city, cute couple


PRE OR POST WEDDING

This one is for the Buzz of the City lovers!

A pre-wedding shoot in the city where you’re getting married, or your favourite local city if it’s closer to home. This is about the energy of being somewhere alive and exciting before your wedding day. A fab way to explore the streets, museums, cafés and iconic spots of the area. We map it out and go exploring.

I’ll direct you throughout so it feels natural but is full of momentum. We’ll work with light and location, and I am more than happy to give you guidance and inspiration on styling to match your chosen city.

couple photography sunrise session on the beach
couple photography sunrise session on the beach


PRE OR POST WEDDING

A pre-wedding shoot in nature, by the sea, or in the forests, along coastal paths, exploring the coastline and breathtaking views. We plan it out together, a few choice locations.

Think late afternoon light, or early morning sunrise, a little exploring and a cafe afterwards, maybe, all while taking cinematic and gorgeous images that tell a mini pre-wedding story.

portrait of a man in a dress with gold platforms walking with a cocktail at a destination wedding by Jo Kemp Photography
portrait of a man in a dress with gold platforms walking with a cocktail at a destination wedding by Jo Kemp Photography

ADDITIONS…

  • Second Photographer (Recommended for weddings with over 100 guests, multiple locations, or extensive timelines.)

  • Videography Coverage

  • Camcorder Rental and Edit

  • Fine Art Album Design

  • Timeline Planning Consultation (For couples planning without a wedding planner.)

  • Anniversary Session