Photos by Jess Rose

Jess Rose is a wedding photographer based in Walthamstow, east London, who describes herself as an LGBTQ+ and feminist wedding photographer. She works across the UK and internationally, shooting in a modern documentary style on both digital and 35mm film, with black and white work alongside colour.

Why she suits LGBTQ+ couples

Queer weddings are at the centre of Jess's work rather than an add-on. She puts trust and connection first, and encourages couples to drop rigid, gendered expectations of how wedding photographs should look. If you want to feel seen and comfortable in front of the camera, without being directed into roles that do not fit you, her approach is a strong match.

What she offers

• Documentary wedding photography
• A mix of digital and 35mm film images
• Colour and black and white photographs
• Coverage of town hall ceremonies through to larger celebrations
• Destination weddings abroad

How she works

Jess photographs the day as it happens, looking for emotion, energy and the natural flow of events. She keeps posing to a minimum and pays close attention to how you are feeling, so the pictures show what the day was really like. Her style is playful and unscripted, which suits couples who want an honest record rather than a run of formal set-ups. Couples often mention how relaxed she made them and their guests feel.

Where she covers

Jess is based in London and covers weddings across the UK. She also travels for destination weddings, with recent and upcoming trips including Berlin, Vancouver, Tuscany and Reykjavik.