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On Hitched.co.uk since 2020

Last update: July 2026

JDS Weddings is a Birmingham based wedding photography and filmmaking studio focused on honest, story led coverage.

I have photographed and filmed over 200 weddings across the West Midlands and beyond. My approach is calm and observant. I am there to document what your day actually feels like, not to stage it.

My Approach

• Documentary first

• Calm presence throughout the day

• Direction when needed, space when it matters

• Carefully edited galleries, not endless duplicates

Most of the day unfolds naturally. I step in for portraits and group photos to keep things organised, then step back so you can enjoy it.

You focus on your wedding. I handle the coverage.

Light and Style

I work mainly with natural light.

When lighting is needed, it is clean and purposeful. Nothing over complicated. Nothing trend driven.

The result is work that still looks right years from now.

Photography and Film

Many couples book both photography and film together.

One creative direction.

One team.

One consistent result.

Everything works together rather than competing.

What Matters Most

Trust.

You are inviting someone into one of the most important days of your life. My role is to handle that properly, with experience and composure.

If you want relaxed, story focused coverage that does not take over your day, you will feel comfortable here.

Frequently asked questions

What services do you offer?

Photography
Video
Pre wedding
Post wedding
Albums
Mini albums
Digital album
High resolution photos

What does the wedding package include?

Full day photography, filmmaking or a cohesive blend of both. Thoughtfully edited, story driven coverage delivered in a private online gallery

How far in advance should I contact you?

Summer Saturdays are often secured 9 to 12 months ahead. Weekdays usually have more flexibility

Do you cover more than one wedding a day?

Yes

Can you travel?

Yes, birmingham, West Midlands, Cotswolds, Worcestershire, Gloucestershire, Oxfordshire, Bristol

What is the charge for travelling?

No charge within 50 miles of Birmingham

What style of photos do you take?

Artistic
Photo journalism
Fine art photography

What kind of technology do you use?

Digital
Analogue

Do you use a specific technique or innovative approach?

Documentary storytelling with deliberate use of light and understated direction. Real moments, not staged scenes

What kind of equipment do you use?

I use professional Sony mirrorless systems for both photography and filmmaking, including a dedicated cinema camera for video coverage

Do you offer any tool to display the photos online?

Yes, secure online photo gallery

What's the delivery time for a photographic report?

3 months

Do you send all the photos taken?

No

Do you work alone or do you have a team of professionals?

Team of Professionals

In case of unforeseen circumstances, do you have a replacement photographer?

Yes

Do you have the rights to publish the wedding photos?

Yes

Do you charge per hour or per event?

Per event

If needed, would you be able to work extra hours?

Yes

How do you charge extra time?

Coverage is tailored in advance, with the option to extend on the day if needed

What are the forms of payment?

Card or bank transfer

How do you work?

Calm, observant and unobtrusive. I let the day unfold naturally, guiding portraits and group photos without disrupting the atmosphere

Served in

Leicestershire, Warwickshire and West Midlands

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Reviews for JDS Weddings

Bethany
Bethany Sent on 19/08/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Definitely would recommend!!

Jon and Al from JDS Weddings photography and video get did a fantastic job capturing our wedding at Elmbridge Farm in June. We didn’t want too many formal or staged shots, and they completely understood that. They focused on natural, candid moments, and the results were exactly what we hoped for.

The photos and videos really reflect the feel of the day, and it’s been great to look back and see all the little moments we might have missed. They were easy to work with, professional, and blended into the day without any fuss. The communication prior to the day was well thought out and we were able to highlight what was important to us.

We would definitely recommend JDS photography and videography and are so pleased with the memories they've captured for us. Thank you!!
Alicia
Alicia Sent on 02/07/2026
5 out of 5 rating

The best wedding video we could have asked for ❤️

We couldn't have asked for a better wedding videographer than Jon. From our very first meeting, Jon was incredibly professional, approachable, and always available to answer questions or meet with us before the wedding, which really helped put us at ease.

On the day itself, Jon made us feel completely comfortable and never made anything feel forced or awkward. Instead of constantly directing us or pushing us into staged poses, he simply let us be ourselves, which made every moment feel natural and genuine. The videos turned out so much better for this too.

Jon did an amazing job capturing all the important moments and little details throughout the day, yet somehow managed to stay in the background so we hardly noticed he was there. Watching our wedding film back, we were amazed at how many special moments he captured without ever interrupting the flow of the day. It was beautiful start to finish and the snippets he gave us too as sneak peaks were lovely to keep. There is nothing I can fault for the experience with Jon.

If you're looking for a talented, professional videographer who creates beautiful, authentic memories while making you feel relaxed from start to finish, we couldn't recommend Jon more highly. This will be the most perfect addition to your wedding day!
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Jessica Sent on 29/06/2026
5 out of 5 rating

All moments captured!

Jon was brilliant! Captured all the moments that I never knew I needed!
I still look back at the pictures and get emotional as he caught others emotions that I had no time to notice on my wedding day!
Jon contacted me for the details and turned up without me worrying and started snapping away, he even stayed a little bit longer than he should have!
Thank you for being a part of my day and making it stress-free!
Laura
Laura Sent on 12/10/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Best investment

Hiring Jon from JDS as our wedding videographer was one of the best decisions we made for our wedding. From the very beginning, they were kind, attentive, and truly passionate about their work. On the day itself, they blended in so seamlessly, making everyone feel at ease—even the little ones, which is no small feat! Their warmth and patience with kids meant we got the most natural, joy-filled moments on film.

When we received our videos, we were absolutely blown away. Every detail, every smile, every happy tear was captured in such a heartfelt and artistic way. The final product was not just a wedding video, but a timeless story of our day—better than we ever could have imagined.

We have watched the video a hundred times and absolutely love it.

We are so grateful for their talent and care. These are memories we’ll treasure forever, and we cannot recommend them highly enough!

Thanks again Jon. You made our wedding video absolutely perfect. We will always have this precious memory forever.
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Enily Sent on 09/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing photography

We used JDS for both photography and videography for our special day in December—wow! We have nothing but praise. Jon was efficient, professional, and worked with absolute precision. He and his team blended seamlessly into the day, making everything feel effortless and as stress-free as possible.

The photos were stunning, and the video is something we’ll treasure for years to come. Photography is such a vital part of capturing the essence of the day, and Jon truly understood that. He took the time to listen to what we wanted and delivered it wholeheartedly.

Thank you so much, Jon—we’re so grateful you were part of our day!
Eriel
Eriel Sent on 08/07/2025
5 out of 5 rating

Wedding photographer

Jon did the photography & videography for my wedding and I couldn’t be happier! He was kind, patient, understanding, accommodating and just overall great. He made us feel comfortable and truly made every vision I asked for come true. 10/10 would recommend him to anyone.
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Nnamdi Sent on 15/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing professional

Jon was amazing and listened to all our ideas from the engagement shoot to the wedding. The pictures all came out beautifully.
Sherie
Sherie Sent on 04/12/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Amazing videographer

We had JDS film our wedding video and it was absolutely amazing! So much time, effort and talent went into our video and I couldn’t have chose a better person to film the most memorable day of our lives! He was an absolute pleasure to have at our wedding and made us feel so at ease, so friendly and easy to talk to! Thank you so much for capturing and editing our beautiful video, something we can look back on so fondly for the rest of our lives.

10/10 recommend and such a reasonable price too! Worth every penny!
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Sl Waltonjones Sent on 03/09/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Jon was always friendly and professional

Jon and his second photographer Kyle were brilliant. From initial enquiry to delivery of final photos Jon was always friendly and professional. He captured beautiful photos of our guests, venues, musicians, decorations and of course us as the couple of the moment! We didn't have to chase for responses like you get with some vendors. A few days after our wedding we received 3 photos which we were able to use on our thank you cards. Within two months of the wedding, we received the full album of colour and black and white photos. We can't fault his services. Thanks for everything Jon.
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Kate Sent on 23/08/2024
4.8 out of 5 rating

Kind and talented!

Jon was patient and kind when wrangling our wedding party and the end result photos are gorgeous.
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Amy Sent on 11/08/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Brilliant and beyond

Jon and his partner photographed and recorded our whole day exactly as we wished. He tailored a package to suit what we needed, he took some of the most beautiful photos and we also have a video of the vows and speeches which is above and beyond what I expected. He was so kind and helpful through the whole process and day. Our friends have now also hired his services for their wedding!
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Marusa Sent on 29/07/2024
5 out of 5 rating

Excellent Photos

Jon is an amazing photographer to work with. He listened to all our wishes, was diligent in filling out the group photo requests, and made sure the edited photos were with us within the month of being shot. He was very understanding and helped pose us in the best ways. His professionalism was a vital point in helping our special day run smoothly.
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Amy B. Sent on 07/11/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Beautifully captured

Jon and his partner were so great on our wedding day. They captured our wedding day beautifully and so happy with the photos we have received! They both were so kind and patient with us all. We would definitely use them again!
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Nik K. Sent on 08/07/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Professional, Polite & Great Video

Jon from JDS had been the photographer at our friends’ wedding and once we saw their video snippet on Instagram and following praise from our friends, we got in touch. Jon has been extremely helpful and responsive throughout the whole process and always sort to make us happy. We felt comfortable on the day and had a few laughs in between; the perfect recipe. We love our video and if you have not yet booked your videographer, would definitely recommend Jon and Kyle.
Vicky
Vicky Sent on 26/06/2022
5 out of 5 rating

Perfect photos to remember our day

Jon and Kyle were so easy to work with and slotted into our day perfectly, most of the time not noticing they were there but somehow managing to capture all the special moments! The photos are lovely, thanks so much!
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Meet the team

Jon
Jon
Head of JDS Weddings

Hey, I’m Jon. I run JDS Weddings and I’m the one behind the camera on the day.

I specialise in natural, documentary-style photography and films that feel relaxed and real - no awkward posing, no cheesy moments, just genuine memories captured as they happen. After 200+ weddings, I’ve learned that the best results come when couples forget the camera is even there.

Most of my couples book me for both photo and video so everything flows smoothly with one calm, creative team.

Think timeless, emotional, and a little bit different - not traditional or stiff.

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