Bride and groom kissing as her veil blows in the wind, with bridesmaids in sage green and groomsmen in grey suits on the Wellington waterfront
Ribbon-cutting handshake at the Dräger New Zealand office opening in Upper Hutt, captured by a Wellington commercial and event photographer
Couple driving a classic blue Austin-Healey convertible down a leafy Wairarapa country lane, photographed by D Jensen Photography
Bride and groom kissing as her veil blows in the wind, with bridesmaids in sage green and groomsmen in grey suits on the Wellington waterfront
Wellington & Wairarapa Photographer: Weddings, Portraits, Commercial & Drone
I’m David, a Wellington-based photographer serving Wellington, the Hutt Valley, Porirua, Upper Hutt and the Wairarapa. I photograph weddings, families and portraits, businesses and projects, and I fly drones for aerial photo and video.
My approach is relaxed and genuine. You’ll get natural, high-quality images that look like you, and a straightforward process from first message to final gallery.
What I photograph
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Weddings: Half and full day coverage across Wellington and the Wairarapa, with all edited images included.
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Portraits & Family: Relaxed sessions at home or on location, including school formals and maternity.
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Commercial Photography: Team photos, workplaces, projects and marketing images for businesses.
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Drone Photography & Video: Aerial stills and video for property, construction and events.
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Vehicle Photography: Cars, bikes and fleets, on location.
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Headshots: Group shots and individual portraits for your website, LinkedIn and marketing.
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Fashion & Boudoir: Private, comfortable sessions with tasteful, confidence-building results.
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Men's Portraits: Natural, confident photos for personal branding, profiles or milestones.
Why clients choose D Jensen Photography
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Part 101 trained drone pilot. Aerial photos and video flown safely and within CAA rules.
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Relaxed and easy to work with. Clients regularly say they felt at ease, even if they usually hate being photographed.
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Clear communication. You’ll know what to expect from first enquiry to delivery.
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Quick turnaround, with most photos within a week or two.
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Local knowledge. I know Wellington and the Wairarapa’s venues, light and locations.
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Pricing up front. Plans & Pricing.
Serving Wellington & the Wairarapa
I’m based in Upper Hutt and regularly work in Wellington City, Lower Hutt, Upper Hutt, Porirua, Kāpiti, Masterton, Martinborough, Featherston and across the Wairarapa.
Frequently asked questions
How much does wedding photography cost in Wellington?
Half day wedding coverage starts from $2,399 and full day coverage is $3,499, with all edited images included.
Do you travel to the Wairarapa?
Yes. I regularly photograph in Masterton, Martinborough, Featherston and across the Wairarapa, as well as Wellington, the Hutt Valley, Porirua and Kāpiti.
How soon will I get my photos?
Most photos are delivered within a week or two, in a private online gallery.
Are your drone flights legal and safe?
Yes. I'm a Part 101 trained drone pilot and fly within Civil Aviation Authority rules.
How much does a family or portrait session cost?
Family and portrait sessions start from $349.
How do I book?
Send a message through the contact page or call 021 147 1569. I usually reply within 24 hours.
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Blizzard HVAC
Easy going, professional and efficient. We are so happy with our company photos! David has been so wonderful to work with, highly recommend.
What clients say
Leah Graff
David captured beautiful images of our wedding day, from the sweet candid moments that may otherwise have gone unnoticed, to stunning shots that look straight from the pages of a magazine!
Janine Baker
We had family photos done with David and it was awesome! He made us all feel at ease, took wonderful photos and the communication was great. Highly, highly recommend!