CINEMATIC WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHY FOR THE HOPELESS ROMANTIC

Your love story, told like a film you’ll keep rewatching.
Based in Auckland, New Zealand | booking worldwide

HI, I’M JILLE

As a cinematic wedding photographer based in Auckland, New Zealand, turning your love stories into movie stills is my specialty. From your favourite date activity, to the wedding day of your childhood dreams. Whether it’s an intimate elopement or a room full of your loved ones, I create space so the real moments can happen.

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A GLIMPSE INTO THE WEDDING OF YOUR DREAMS

A woman in wedding attire holding a bouquet of flowers, seen through a semi-transparent veil.
A bride and groom sharing a romantic moment outdoors during sunset, with their foreheads touching and eyes closed, surrounded by trees.
A couple celebrating their wedding at Boutique Barn, with the bride in a white gown holding a bouquet, and the groom in a tuxedo, surrounded by falling confetti and trees.
A woman in a white strapless wedding dress smiling while her sister helps her with her veil, reflected in a mirror with an ornate gold frame. At Settlers Country Manor, Auckland.
Group of people dancing and celebrating at a wedding reception in Auckland, some holding drinks, under warm lighting.
A bride and groom are embracing outdoors during sunset with yellow autumn leaves in the background, the groom kissing the bride's forehead.
A bride and groom walking arm in arm through a garden, smiling at each other. At Settlers Country Manor, Auckland.
A bride and groom standing on a balcony at Settlers Country Manor in Auckland at night, with trees and a streetlamp illuminating them.
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KIND WORDS

  • A couple sitting on a park bench under a clear umbrella, with fall trees and a brick building in the background.

    "Her photos feel like scenes from a film — candid, emotional, and full of story."

    KAREN & JAY

  • A couple embracing on a beach with cloudy skies, smiling and looking into each other's eyes.

    “We went in feeling super camera shy, but now cannot stop smiling (and crying) looking through our gallery!"

    EMMA-ROSE & DANIEL

  • A couple holding hands on a grassy hill at sunset with a cityscape in the background.

    "She helped us out of our shell and just to simply be ourselves. The photos came out so beautiful, she truly captured our love story."

    DANIELLE & REYNOLD

  • Two people laying on a checkered blanket on the grass, laughing and enjoying a picnic, with a wicker basket, bottles, and snacks nearby.

    "Jille did an amazing job. She was so patient with us and made us feel at ease."

    WENDY & JASON

  • A young man and woman standing at Muriwai Beach in Auckland at sunset, with cliffs in the background.

    "She's a true professional and made us feel comfortable in front of the camera."

    SAM & CLARISSE

  • A couple holding hands while walking in shallow ocean water, dressed in white, with overcast sky in the background.

    "The photos turned out stunning and will be so special for us for the rest of our lives."

    LOUISE & BLAIR

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Charisse and Chris’ Cinematic Wedding at Settlers Country Manor: Part I
Charisse and Chris’ Cinematic Wedding at Settlers Country Manor: Part I

Charisse Uy and Chris Groen tied the knot at Settlers Country Manor, Auckland, New Zealand, with the perfect mix of Lord of the Rings, Bridgerton, and the Wes Anderson look as their themes. Part 1 of 2 articles, this covers the prep and ceremony portions of the day.

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A Life Well Lived: A Cinematic Photoshoot Series
A Life Well Lived: A Cinematic Photoshoot Series

My original intention starting out in my cinematic photography business was always to show the vast possibility of photoshoot ideas — especially with various New Zealand landscapes in our backyard.

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How to Choose a Wedding Photographer
How to Choose a Wedding Photographer

What is truly important to you when it comes to your wedding photographer? What will you look back on in 50 years' time and say “I made a good decision”?

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Silhouetted couple standing close at sunset, facing each other, outdoors with hills in the background.
A couple hugging on Karioitahi Beach, Auckland during cloudy weather, with hills in the background.
A couple in wedding attire walking hand in hand on a grassy field during sunset.
A man and woman dancing outdoors in a grassy park surrounded by trees during late afternoon or early evening.
A bride and groom walking arm in arm during their wedding celebration outdoors, surrounded by guests on a sunny day with a partly cloudy sky.
A couple embracing on Karioitahi Beach, Auckland at sunset, standing close with the ocean and cloudy sky in the background.

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View fullsize Elopements - today they have evolved to mean your wedding day how you want it. If you’re not one to follow the standard ceremony and reception format, then you don’t have to do it. You can get married in the mountains, followed by a soak
View fullsize You might not know how to pose for the camera, but you know: how to place your hand on your partner’s cheek just the way they like it how to rub their back after a long day how to nestle your head in their shoulder, because you fit together pe
View fullsize Fun fact: every couple in this carousel has told me some version of “we’re not comfortable in front of the camera” or “we don’t know how to pose” - not to worry, making you feel at ease is an important part of my j
View fullsize An idyllic summer afternoon with Olive & Frano, walking off into the sunset and dancing with no music needed Loved documenting your engagement for you two, the day could not have gone any better 🎞️ —— Auckland cinematic photographe
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View fullsize Relive this day with me? Here’s some more of my faves from Chris & Charisse’s fairytale wedding ✨ It truly was the most magical day at a venue befitting royalty. Their theme was the perfect mix of their favourite cinematic film and T