About James O’Driscoll – Wedding Photographer in Cork & Kerry
A Photographer Who Tells Stories, Not Just Takes Photos
I’m James from JOD Photography. For ten years I’ve been chasing moments, not just photos. Weddings, to me, aren’t Pinterest-perfect timelines. They’re messy, mad, heartfelt, hilarious, and absolutely brilliant.
I’m the fella who’ll calm the nerves when the morning feels chaotic, keep your bridal party laughing when it’s raining sideways in Killarney, and quietly catch the little looks between you when nobody else notices.
Why Couples Choose Me
Fast sneak peeks – sometimes the very same night.
Photos that feel real – the laughs, the tears, the craic.
Zero bossiness – I’m not here to stage your day, just to tell it.
Ten years’ experience – castles, barns, hotels, beaches, muddy fields – I’ve done it all.
From Macroom to Munster (and Beyond)
I’m based in Macroom, Co. Cork – right in the middle of some of Ireland’s most iconic wedding spots: Gougane Barra, Kinsale, Bantry, Kenmare, Adare, and of course the Kingdom of Kerry.
Whether it’s 200 guests at a Cork hotel or an elopement at the edge of a Kerry cliff, I’ll be there with a camera in one hand and banter in the other.
What I Believe
Be sound.
Stay out of the way.
Step in when needed.
Tell the story honestly.
Because in 20 years, you won’t remember the pose. You’ll remember the moment your mam handed you tea pretending not to cry, or your granny laughing like she was 30 again. That’s the story I want you to hold in your hands.
Ready to chat? Have a look at my wedding photography packages, or head over to my contact page and tell me your plan. I reply fast, usually the same day.
Don’t take my word for it — my couples say it best:
“James was brilliant on our wedding day — witty, relaxed, and able to put everyone at ease straight away.” — Aidan Connolly
“His humour and fun added to our day from morning to the very end… memories to last a lifetime, captured by a talented professional.” — Sheila & Paul
“Neither of us are at home in front of a camera, but James made us feel at ease from the start… hiring James was the best investment we could have made.” — Hollie & Paul
“The craic was 90 and everyone raved about how funny and amazing he was.” — Sarah Foley
And that’s the bit I love most — not just taking photos, but earning the kind of trust that lets people be themselves. Because when you’re relaxed, when you’re laughing, when you forget the camera is even there — that’s when the magic happens.
I’ve shot weddings in castles, barns, hotels, and muddy fields, and I can promise you this: it’s never about the setting, it’s always about the story. Your story. And my job is to tell it beautifully — so when you look back in ten, twenty, fifty years, you’ll feel it all over again.
Whether you’re planning an intimate ceremony or a wild, 200-guest party, if you want a photographer who’s in your corner — calm when you need calm, full of banter when you need a laugh, and completely focused on making your memories last — then we’ll be a great fit.
Why my couples say yes
Fast sneak peeks (sometimes within hours) so you can relive the magic straight away.
Candid, storytelling photos that show the real moments, not just the posed ones.
A natural, relaxed experience that feels more like hanging out with a mate than a photoshoot.
Ten years of experience and a portfolio full of weddings across Cork, Munster, and beyond.
If you’re looking for someone who can tell your story honestly, beautifully, and with a bit of craic along the way — let’s chat. I’d love to hear about your day.
💍 What I Do Best
Weddings, to me, aren’t Pinterest boards or pose-perfect fairy tales.
They’re the real stuff.
Your mam handing you tea and pretending not to cry.
Your mates fixing your tie with hands that have held pints together for years.
Your granny, laughing like she’s 30 again.
That’s the story I tell — the honest one. The one that will still make you smile in 20 years.
🏡 From Macroom to Munster
I’m based in Macroom, Co. Cork, which puts me in the middle of some of the most stunning wedding spots in the country — Gougane Barra, Kinsale, Kenmare, Bantry, Adare, and more.
Whether it’s a big day with 200 guests or a quiet elopement in a windy valley, I’m all in.
🛠 My Approach
It’s simple:
Be sound
Stay out of your way
Know exactly when to step in
Get the photo that says everything
I don’t direct the day. I read it. I capture the stuff you didn’t even notice happening — the kind of photos you’ll actually feel.
Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Do you only work in Cork & Kerry?
A: Cork and Kerry are home — from Gougane Barra to Kinsale and Killarney. But I also cover Munster, Limerick, Clare, and destination weddings in Spain and Lanzarote.
Q: How fast do we get sneak peeks?
A: Usually the same day — sometimes within hours. The full gallery is normally ready in 4–6 weeks.
Q: Do you do elopements?
A: Absolutely. I’ve shot elopements in Killarney National Park, Gougane Barra, and wild Kerry cliffs. My Intimate package is designed just for that.
Q: How many photos do we get?
A: Depending on your package, between 350 and 750 edited, high-resolution images. Always fully edited, always yours to keep.
Q: Are travel costs included?
A: Yes, travel across Munster is included. For further afield (like Spain), we chat through details upfront. No hidden extras.