James Rose Photography and Video

James Rose Photography and Video is a Chislehurst-based specialist in wedding photography and cinematic wedding video. James combines a documentary-led approach with considered portrait moments to tell the story of your day — from the quiet preparations to the spontaneous celebrations. With a focus on natural light, genuine emotion and clean composition, his images aim to feel as honest and memorable as the day itself. Why choose James Rose? As a dedicated wedding specialist he balances a calm, unobtrusive presence with an eye for the detail that matters — the exchange of glances, the laughter between friends, and the small, telling moments that would otherwise pass unnoticed. James works across photography and video as primary services, so couples who want both polished stills and cinematic highlights benefit from a joined-up creative vision and consistent storytelling across media. How he works: James puts an emphasis on preparation and people. Before the wedding he offers friendly, practical planning conversations to understand your day, priorities and timeline. On the day he blends documentary coverage with short, relaxed portrait sessions so you get both authentic reportage and elegant couple portraits without losing time with your guests. For cinematic wedding films he uses strobed and stabilized setups — combining DSLR capture and gimbal-assisted footage when it suits the story — to create emotive highlight films that sit alongside the photography. The experience James aims to create is relaxed, collaborative and reassuring. He’s known locally for his attentive service, clear communication and ability to put subjects at ease, whether you’re camera-shy or used to being photographed. Based in Chislehurst and serving the wider London and GB market, James brings a local understanding to venue flow, light and timing. If you’re looking for professional wedding photos and wedding video that prioritise storytelling, genuine feeling and a smooth, thoughtful process, James Rose Photography and Video offers specialist wedding coverage tailored to your day. He also provides engagement shoots as a natural complement to wedding packages, helping couples feel comfortable in front of the camera before the big day.