Jess Burges Photography

From the moment I contacted Jess in 2020, I knew we were in good hands! Communication for the most part was via email with us being overseas in Australia but nothing fell through the cracks. Jess was incredibly accommodating and flexible given the situation that was at that time – our multiple change of dates and restructure and size of the whole day.

Dec 2022 we finally had our Kiwi wedding, it was a fabulous day and we have so many beautiful photos to look back on thanks to Jess’ incredible talent – beyond what we ever imagined. The day was made so easy by Jess and her command of giving directions to the shoot, where she wanted us and when for the magical shots – something we didn’t want to have to think about ourselves on the day, we were able to relax and enjoy the whole experience. Everything simply felt easy. We were fortunate to get a sneak peek at some photos within a week and access to the whole online album well within the anticipated timeframes.

Thank you, Jess, for capturing our Kiwi wedding, we are forever grateful.

Couldn't recommend Jess enough! She came to the rescue after our original wedding photographer went M. I. A and with only a couple of months notice she made the whole process a breeze and one less thing to stress about. She helped us so much on the day, letting us know where to go and what to do. She's worked at Bayly's Farm before so she knew all the good spots. I'm in love with our photos and I'm glad we had all the luck in the world on our side when she was free on our wedding weekend. 10 stars if I could!

We cannot recommend Jess highly enough! She slotted into our day so seamlessly, making not only the bridal party feel at ease but our guests as well. She made taking what would usually feel awkward shots a breeze and we were blown away with the results. She captured the lighting in the day so stunningly as well as the emotion and joy of the day. Amazing communication prior and after the wedding as well. Thanks Jess for being an amazing part of our day and capturing it so well!

Jess photographed our wedding in February '23 and we couldn't be more happier.
Right from initial contact communication was a breeze right up to leading up to the wedding for the finalised plan for the day.
Jess was amazing helping us all to feel at ease and relaxed in front of the camera.
The finished photos were ready within the timeline she promised and they exceeded our expectations - they were amazing (and so many to choose from we struggled to choose a favourite few to print and frame).
Thank you so much Jess for capturing our lasting memories for our special day:)

We chose Jess as our photographer for our wedding in January 2022. She was absolutely AMAZING! I would highly recommend Jess to anybody looking for a wedding photographer. She made us feel so relaxed in front of the camera and the end results were incredible. She is super talented and we couldn't be happier with how our photos turned out.

We absolutely could not go past Jess for our wedding photographer! She has a fantastic eye for detail and made us feel so relaxed in front of the camera. The results were absolutely incredible and we now have photos to cherish for a lifetime! My camera-shy husband and I would highly recommend Jess to anyone and everyone - SNAP her up! The opportunity and talent she has are far too great to miss!

Planning an elopement is an adventure in itself, and finding the perfect photographer to capture every intimate moment can be quite a task. However, our journey led us to a best-in class artist – Jess Burges. If you’re seeking not just photographs, but a genuine storytelling experience that encapsulates emotion, artistry, and the essence of your love, look no further.

The shoot day was an absolute pleasure, and it felt like we were simply spending time with a friend who happened to be capturing our most cherished moments. Jess has an innate talent for making you feel comfortable in front of the camera, allowing for authentic smiles, stolen glances, and uninhibited displays of affection. She managed to find the balance between directing us when needed and letting the moments unfold naturally, resulting in a collection of photographs that are candid, emotional, and utterly breathtaking.

What truly sets Jess apart is her skill in harnessing natural light and surroundings to create ethereal backdrops. Our elopement location was already stunning, but somehow she managed to elevate the beauty of the landscape to a new dimension. Each photograph feels like a work of art, with a timeless quality that transports us back to that magical day whenever we gaze upon them.

Furthermore, the post-production work was meticulously done, enhancing the inherent emotions without ever crossing the line into artificiality. The colors are vivid yet true to life, and the storytelling aspect shines through in every frame. The photographs are not just images, they are an eloquent narrative that speaks of love, connection, and the journey two souls have embarked upon.

In an industry saturated with photographers, Jess Burges stands out as a luminary. Her ability to merge technical excellence with an emotional resonance is unparalleled. If you’re seeking a photographer who not only understands the intricacies of your love story but also has the uncanny talent to weave it into timeless photographs, Jess is definitely the one.

Jess joined us to photograph our Far North wedding in May, and she was an absolute dream to work with. She was warm and personable and a lot of fun, and was so helpful for us given our general discomfort in front of the camera! She gave feedback and suggestions for poses, and locations - we didn't have to worry about a thing. The final product, our wonderful photos, are simply incredible - Jess captured everything authentically and professionally and our photos are everything we could have wished for - they caught every beautiful, joyfully tearful, hilariously awkward and wonderful moment of the day. Highly recommend Jess and we would definitely ask her to be our photographer for any other future celebration!

Awesomely talented photographer, super easy to work with, gets the subject in the right spot and lovely lighting to capture the right look

We used Jess for our maternity & newborn photos and we couldn't fault her whatsoever. The photos turned out amazing!

When I needed head shots for work, Jess was great to deal with she made me feel relaxed and I was really happy with the photos I received.

We chose Jess as our photographer for our wedding in January 2022. She was absolutely AMAZING! I would highly recommend Jess to anybody looking for a wedding photographer. She made us feel so relaxed in front of the camera and the end results were incredible. She is super talented and we couldn't be happier with how our photos turned out.

Jess is great with first timers and help them build confidence in front of a camera. The photos are absolutely beautiful and capture the unique features and personality of the models.

Our most beautiful day was captured by Jess who was professional, experienced and made us feel at ease with our nerve wracking day. Almost been a year now and I look back on those photos and I am so thankful she was able to catch the ambience and essence of how we were all feeling. Would recommend to anyone.

We had the pleasure of having Jess as our wedding photographer in February 2020. We had never met her before, only had contact over email and phone calls. She walked in and made us all feel totally at ease, just like she was part of the family! Not to mention the amazing photos we received of our special day. It was so easy to deal with you, thanks heaps Jess! We highly recommend your services:)

I recently commissioned Jess for a commercial shoot through my work, and she was flexible, great with all communications, prompt with delivery and just a real pleasure to deal with. I wouldn't hesitate to recommend her and will definitely be in touch when we need to shoot up north again!

We chose Jess for our wedding in March and so glad we did, she was absolutely amazing, she was so calming and made the day so easy for us with her friendly, bubbly personality. She captured all of our special moments beautifully and went above and beyond. The communication was great from the beginning and throughout the whole planning process with Jess and she was so helpful with ideas, recommendations and timelines for the day too. Highly recommend her!:)

Absolutely the best photographer for your wedding!
Jess was recommended to us by the Duke of Marlborough and we are so glad we chose her.

She was so easy to talk to and work with, was super flexible and so cheerful and just really lovely on our wedding day. The day went by in a flash, especially the photo session.

We went with the 9-hour package and could not have chosen a better photographer. The photos turned out absolutely incredible and we got so many more than we expected - and it’s so hard to pick our favorites now.

I recently worker with Jess on a commercial shoot, and it was an absolute dream. She was friendly, flexible, creative, and made things easy for both me and the subjects of the shoot. Despite changes in schedules and COVID alert level chaos, the photos she delivered are gorgeous and went above and beyond. Will be very very happy to work with Jess again on future commercial and editorial projects!

We have had the privilege of Jess capturing not only our wedding but also our ‘bump’ and first family photos. We love them all and could not have asked for a more professional experience. Jess has captured these 3 special moments in our lives perfectly - we look forward to many more sessions with her in the future. We would recommend her to anyone and everyone.