Business Details
27 Years
experience
Professional Wedding & Commercial Photographer in Hertfordshire
John Paul ODonnell Photography is a classically trained professional photography service with 24 years of experience spanning Europe. Specialising in construction, fashion, and wedding photography, the business has delivered over 60 construction site projects, 450 fashion assignments, and 1,000 wedding events. The company combines technical expertise with a personable approach, offering drone photography, web design, and SEO services alongside its core photographic offerings. With a focus on timeless imagery and attention to detail, the business serves clients across Hertfordshire, Essex, Cambridgeshire, and London.Its founder, John Paul O'Donnell, brings a unique blend of artistic vision and technical proficiency honed through diverse projects including helicopter-based alpine ski photography and high-profile fashion shoots. The service prioritises client rapport, with many guests mistaking the photographer for a family friend due to his approachable nature. Post-production services include meticulous editing of up to 800 images per event, with a commitment to delivering high-quality printed albums. The business maintains a 24/7 availability for urgent inquiries while operating standard weekday hours for consultations.
Services
Wedding Photography
Drone Videography
Construction Photography
Fashion Photography
Web Design
SEO Services
Aerial Inspections
Timelapse Photography
Photo Albums
Consultation Services
Details
- Year established: 1999
Highlights and features
- 24 years of professional photography experience across Europe
- Award-winning wedding photography with 1000+ successful events
- Comprehensive service including drone videography and web design
- Personalised approach with 24/7 availability for urgent needs
- Proven track record with 100+ five-star Google reviews
What people say
Exceptional quality
Professional approach
Stress-free experience
Outstanding service
Natural shots
Services
Wedding Photography
Specialist wedding photography covering Hertfordshire and surrounding counties. Services include full-day coverage, pre-wedding shoots, and bespoke album design. The photographer's approachable nature puts guests at ease while capturing candid moments and formal portraits. Packages include digital files, printed albums, and online galleries for client convenience.
Drone Videography
CAA licensed drone services for commercial applications including construction site monitoring, property developments, and event coverage. High-resolution aerial photography and timelapse recordings help clients showcase projects from unique perspectives. Equipment includes DJI drones and Brinno timelapse systems for consistent quality.
Web Design
Professional website creation starting from 1200, including Google indexing and SEO optimisation. Services cover responsive design for mobile compatibility, content management systems, and integration with social media platforms. Monthly maintenance packages available from 200 per month.
Construction Photography
Documenting building projects from inception to completion. Services include progress tracking, safety compliance imaging, and marketing materials for developers and architects. Time-lapse sequences show project evolution while high-resolution images capture critical construction phases.
Fashion Photography
Professional fashion shoots with 450+ assignments completed across Europe. Services cater to designers, models, and publications requiring high-impact imagery. Experience includes runway documentation, studio work, and location shoots with lighting expertise for both print and digital media.
People
John Paul O'Donnell
Photographer & Owner
Classically trained photographer with 24 years' experience specialising in weddings, construction, and fashion. Holds CAA drone pilot certification and web design expertise. Recognised for personable approach and natural image capture at over 1000 wedding events.
Questions
What photography services do you offer?
We specialise in wedding photography, commercial drone services, construction photography, fashion shoots, and aerial videography across Hertfordshire and surrounding areas.
How experienced are you with weddings?
With over 24 years' experience and 1000+ weddings photographed, we bring extensive expertise in capturing all aspects of wedding events.
Do you provide drone photography services?
Yes, we offer CAA licensed drone photography and videography for commercial projects including site inspections and timelapse recordings.
What areas do you cover?
We primarily serve Hertfordshire, with regular work in Essex, Cambridgeshire, and London for both wedding and commercial assignments.
How long have you been in business?
John Paul O'Donnell Photography has been operating for 24 years, with a career spanning Europe and diverse photographic disciplines.
What additional services do you provide?
Alongside photography, we offer website design, SEO optimisation, and social media management packages starting from £150/month.
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Reviews (7)
Lucy Richardson
Sep 26, 2021
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Booking JP was a complete no-brainer! The minute we met him we knew he was the wedding photographer for us. He took time to ask about our family set up which no other photographer did and on a personal level that was so important to us. He supported us through our covid cancellation and when our big day finally came, he made us feel like ours was the most important wedding. His photography is out of this world. As a person who loathes pictures of myself, I was dreading seeing them, but somehow he has managed to capture images that made me feel like the most beautiful bride ever! Having him at a
Gary Woodhatch
Sep 14, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Responsiveness
JP done our wedding photos 15 years ago now when we met at a wedding, who since has been a great support in all our family photo requirements from christenings through to product photo shoots. A true professional and a friend for life. Thanks for all your help and support over the years.
JP done our wedding photos 15 years ago now when we met at a wedding, who since has been a great support in all our family photo requirements from christenings through to product photo shoots. A true professional and a friend for life. Thanks for all your help and support over the years.
Newmarket Rugby Club
Jun 15, 2020
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Positive:Professionalism,Quality,Value
JPO did an amazing job at our wedding 16 years ago today at Fanhams Hall in Ware. Still remember how enthusiastic, passionate and engaging he was throughout the whole day. The photos were amazing and made everyone feel included (including my mate who he dared to strip and walk through the fountain ;-) )
JPO did an amazing job at our wedding 16 years ago today at Fanhams Hall in Ware. Still remember how enthusiastic, passionate and engaging he was throughout the whole day. The photos were amazing and made everyone feel included (including my mate who he dared to strip and walk through the fountain ;-) )
Emma Nancarrow
Nov 21, 2019
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JP has been amazing every step of the way both on the lead up to our wedding and on the day. As soon as we met JP at a wedding open day we knew he would be great, as he makes you feel comfortable right away which was so important to us as we are not the most comfortable with having our photos taken. The whole process booking and organising everything was so easy and meeting with him feels like you are meeting with a friend already. On the day JP looked as smart as our guests and fit right into the crowd. Since the wedding loads of our guests have commented about his friendly yet professional nature
Chloe Smith
Oct 10, 2019
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JP is an absolute star at what he does! Never could I have imagined what a vital role he would play on our wedding day and it was because of his fun, kind and caring nature that he was able to create the most amazing pictures! Many of our guests thought he was a close family friend due to his relaxed and kind presence. It is clear he has a strong passion for what he does and he genuinely wants to provide the most beautiful pictures for you to treasure forever! I have no hesitations recommending him to anyone!
Caroline Stearn
Sep 08, 2019
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The professionalism of JP as a photographer and the quality of his pictures are phenomenal. He truly connects with you as a person to make you feel comfortable in front of the camera and provides an excellent service! He is an absolute pleasure to work with and I only hope we have the chance to work together again. From the moment we met at the Waltham Abbey Marriott wedding fair, we knew we had to book him. Two years of planning later and we received personalised thank you cards, a USB with all our photos on, an A4 album, x2 smaller albums for both sets of parents and a lovely canvas print to
Daisy Hartley
May 10, 2019
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Amazing at his job. The best man at taking pictures. Would highly recommend. Thanks so much couldn't of captured our day better !!!
