Barbican Conservatory Jungle Wedding

Today on the blog, we feature a stunning Barbican Conservatory Jungle Wedding beautifully captured by Emma-Jane Photography.

About the couple

Rebecca and Dan are an amazing couple who wanted a wedding that mixed a jungle theme with the concrete jungle of London… and what better place that the Barbican Conservatory.

Please tell us a little bit about the day and how it went

Rebecca and Dan got married on separate floors of the Ace Hotel in Shoreditch, a super stylish venue that provided some fantastic getting ready shots. Rebecca chose a slim-cut, vintage-inspired gown adorned with intricate beading and details, along with bottle green silk dresses for her bridesmaids. Dan opted for a stylish open-collar, no-tie look, with white trousers and shirts, paired with royal blue velvet jackets for all the groomsmen. The result was a super stylish bridal party!

From there, it was a black cab ride to the Barbican Conservatory. They were fortunate to have a lovely sunny day, which cast beautiful light into the conservatory as Rebecca walked down the aisle. We captured some fantastic shots of the couple around the stunning architecture, placing them high among the layers, and had fun with their bridal party amongst the leaves!

They had jungle-inspired table décor, featuring personalised leaves for place settings and an epic jungle-themed cake with miniature versions of themselves sitting on one of the tiers.

The day continued with dinner and speeches between courses, featuring very personal and funny moments. Next up were dancing and a photobooth—a super fun day to capture!

Do tell us a little bit about yourself:

I am a fashion-inspired wedding photographer based in London, covering weddings across the UK and internationally. I’ve been fortunate to photograph weddings in Italy, Malta, Atlanta, Qatar, and Santorini.

How would you describe your photography style?

My style of wedding photography is inspired by my fashion photography background, focusing on styling, angles, and editing to create images that are both fashionable and relatable to the couple. I pay particular attention to details and backdrops that other photographers might overlook.

What did you love about the day?

My favourite time of the day is the couple shots. It gives my couples a private moment together, probably for the first time that day, providing me with loving, fun, and relaxed content to shoot. This time allows me to play with backdrops and great lighting, especially at golden hour, which offers the most romantic lighting of the day.

What advice would you give to couples planning their wedding day?

Make sure you allow enough time for each element of the wedding day. The day will go by so quickly! If something is expected to take 20 minutes, allow 30 minutes instead. This way, you have a contingency if anything runs over. For example, walking from A to B in a wedding dress will take longer than in jeans, so consider this when planning each element. I often provide guidance on timings—having shot enough weddings, I’ve become a bit of an expert in wedding day planning.

Proposed Changes to UK Marriage Laws: What You Need to Know The government has announced what it calls the biggest overhaul of marriage laws in England and Wales since the 19th century. The proposals aim to make weddings more flexible, boost the hospitality industry, and give couples more choice over where and how they marry. […]

Wedding Planning

Kids at weddings: should you invite them and how to make it work (or not)

One of the first decisions couples face when planning their wedding is whether to invite kids. Children can bring something special to the event and might even have their own roles as ring bearers or flower girls, but they also come with extra planning considerations. There’s no right or wrong answer. It’s your wedding after […]