Jonathan Owen Essex Photographer

Events, weddings & portraits.

Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers member Royal Photographic Society member

Professional photographer with over 20 years’ experience covering Essex and beyond.

Tinie Tempah performing on stage at Lazydays festival
Two friends posing together at an Essex school prom
Ferris wheel and guests at an outdoor corporate festival in Essex
Children playing beneath a tree at a Chelmsford wedding reception
Bride and wedding guests dancing at the Roslin Hotel in Thorpe Bay

Professional photographer with over 20 years’ experience covering Essex and beyond.

Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers member Royal Photographic Society member
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About me

I’m a professional photographer in Essex, creative since I could grip a crayon. I’m known for energetic event photography in the music industry, but I love telling stories at a slower pace too. That same passion carries into portraits, family shoots, and weddings, giving my creativity room to breathe and a unique edge to my style. I’ve been lucky enough to travel to some beautiful places, photograph my heroes, and make memories with friends, family, and the wonderful people I meet along the way. And looking at my diary, there’s plenty more to come. Drop me a message to see if your date is free, I’d love to tell your story too.

Why choose me?

I’ve been doing this professionally since 2003, from festival stages and backstage corridors to the O2 Arena, Emirates Stadium and Ibiza clubs, photographing names including Andy C and Chase & Status along the way. I’m fully insured and DBS checked, a member of both the Royal Photographic Society and the Society of Wedding and Portrait Photographers, and I’ve also picked up the Annual Dartmouth Regatta Photography Prize. Lovely as all that is, the useful part for you is what those years have taught me: how to read a room, stay calm when plans change and know when to step in and when to disappear. Whether I’m shooting a packed festival, a quiet portrait session or a wedding that looks and feels like the people in it, I’ll offer a little direction where it helps, but never arrange the life out of it. The best frame is still usually the one nobody planned. Different setting, same job: finding the bit of the day worth keeping and telling it properly.

A few words from my clients

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Jill Shepherd
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I was thrilled to be greeted by Jonathan at my party. First impressions he was very friendly & professional. He made my guests all feel comfortable & he mingled amongst everyone throughout the evening capturing great magical moments. Loved the group photos, I forgot how many Jonathan took so it was a thrill to look through the photos reliving the memories of a wonderful night & also seeing my friends & family enjoying themselves in candid shots. Thank you Jonathan the photos are amazing I love them all. I will definitely recommend you. My son booked you for my 70th party as a birthday surprise... wow very special memories to treasure. Thank you again. X
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Georgina Moylan
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I booked for lessons with Jonathan to improve my skills in photography. We started with a phone call to get to know each other and what my main aims were, he then built a plan of things to target in our lessons and was very thorough, but also such an easy person to get on with! Would highly recommend to anyone looking to learn, great guy and expert teacher!
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Freya Jones
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We had the absolute pleasure of working with Jonathan for our corporate festival, and he was fantastic from start to finish! He captured the atmosphere, energy and all the little moments of the event so beautifully. The photos are amazing and really bring the whole weekend back to life. Would 100% recommend!
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Danielle Janes
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We recently hired Jonathan to photograph our Capital & Trust Summer Party, and we couldn't be happier with the results. Jonathan was professional, friendly, and a pleasure to work with from start to finish. He blended seamlessly into the event, capturing so many natural moments without ever being intrusive. The photos perfectly reflect the atmosphere of the evening, from the fun and laughter to the finer details that made the event so special. The quality of the images is fantastic, and he really managed to capture the personality of our team and the energy of the event. We have so many wonderful memories to look back on thanks to his work. We would highly recommend Jonathan to anyone looking for a talented photographer for a corporate event or special occasion. Thank you again for doing such an amazing job!
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Phi James
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Jonathan is an excellent photographer. Having seen some of his recent event/festival work, I can vouch that he is an expert who knows how to catch personality and feeling in his images. Highly recommended!
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Natalie Joseph-Lowry
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Jonathan Owen is the best event photographer out there! Always attentive, easy to work with and photos are always exceptional. I recommended him to everyone!
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Dora Csoti
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It was lovely to have Jon at our roller derby tournament. He captured amazing photos and he's a really lovely guy. Nothing phases him, even when he got taken out by one of our referee, he carried on like nothing happened 😄 We would definitely love to have him again at our next event.

Essex Photography Services & Pricing

A transparent overview of professional sessions, private instruction, and coverage options available throughout Essex.

Event Photography

From £150

Discreet documentary coverage for corporate functions, private gatherings, and celebrations throughout the county.

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Photography Lessons

From £90

Practical, one-on-one instruction designed to master camera mechanics, composition, and manual settings.

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Portrait Photography

From £75

Natural light and location portrait sessions tailored for individuals, couples, and families across Essex.

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Wedding Photography

From £225

Thoughtful, story-driven wedding documentation capturing genuine moments, details, and atmosphere.

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Essex Photographer FAQs

A few quick answers if you are looking for an Essex photographer for an event, portrait session, wedding or photography lesson.

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Event Photography in Essex

What events do you photograph?

I photograph private parties, corporate events, award nights, school events, proms, charity events, community events and live music across Essex. See my event photography page for more information.

How much does event photography cost?

Event photography starts from £150 for 1 hour of coverage. View the event photography price guide for longer coverage options.

Do you photograph private parties and corporate events?

Yes. I photograph both private celebrations and corporate events across Essex. See my corporate photography page for business-specific information.

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Portrait Photography in Essex

What types of portrait photography do you offer?

I offer relaxed portrait photography for individuals, couples, families and personal branding across Essex. Find out more on my portrait photography page.

How much does portrait photography cost?

Portrait photography starts from £75 for a 30-minute session. View my portrait photography page for full package details.

Do you offer LinkedIn headshots and personal branding photography?

Yes. Portrait sessions can be tailored for LinkedIn, websites, social media and personal branding. See my portrait photography page for more information.

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Wedding Photography in Essex

What is your wedding photography style?

My wedding photography has a relaxed, documentary style focused on natural moments. Find out more on my wedding photography page.

How much does wedding photography cost?

Wedding photography starts from £225 for 1 hour of Short & Simple coverage. Full Wedding Photography starts from £545 for 2 hours, with named packages from £695. View my wedding photography page for full package details.

What wedding photography packages do you offer?

My wedding packages are Essential Moments, Signature Story, Full Signature Experience and Destination Weddings. Compare them on my wedding photography page.

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Photography Lessons in Essex

Do you offer photography courses in Essex?

Yes. I offer one-to-one photography lessons for beginners and enthusiasts in Essex. Find out more on my photography lessons page.

How much do photography lessons cost?

One-to-one photography lessons start from £90 for 1 hour. View my photography lessons page for other options.

Are your photography courses suitable for beginners?

Yes. They are suitable for beginners, hobby photographers and anyone who wants more confidence using their camera. See my photography lessons page for more information.

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