Your story creatively captured:

A photo session documenting this moment in time with yourself, your family or your significant other.

A young woman with wavy brown hair and a gentle smile, sitting with her arms crossed, wearing a black top with spaghetti straps, a necklace with a large pendant, and a ring on her finger, in a cozy room with framed art on the wall.

Your Photographer

Exploring a love for both documentary and its ability to freeze truth in time, in frame rich with story - and portraiture which allows us to be bravely front and centre, in a dance with vulnerability and creativity.

I have a relaxed approach, often being told I have “gentle” energy (but can turn into a creatively excited child when we get in the flow!)
I care greatly about the quality of my work and give both the capturing and editing careful care to ensure we create the images that are both creative and meaningful to you.
Every session and every woman and couple are different, so we adapt to every unique session, whether you’re comfortable in front of the camera, or need more direction. Whether you’re up for a more relaxed session, or down to get creative and play with storytelling, I’m there.

Read more about me here on my website.

Embracing it all - The style

The most meaningful photographs always capture the essence of your story.

My approach is a mixture of documentary and portrait photography, which will lean either way depending on the type and flow of the session you choose.
A portrait session in nature will feature more photos with you as the focus and centerpiece, natural and creative. Whereas during a session at home, or with children around, we will flow more with what naturally unfolds, leaning into documentary.
At times I may direct you - e.g the photo to the right at the window, - and at other times follow what unfolds. We’ll talk about what you’re comfortable with before our shoot.

Black and white photo of pregnant woman standing indoors near a window, looking at the camera, with a garden visible outside.

A black and white photo of a woman with long wavy hair looking upward, and a young girl with short hair drinking from a bottle in the background, outdoors in a natural setting with trees.

A pregnant woman and a man standing outdoors, smiling and leaning towards each other, with the woman showing her pregnant belly.

A black and white photo of a pregnant woman sitting on a rock in a wooded area, with a man standing behind her, gently holding her shoulder and head, both with serene expressions.

Packages and Offerings

$520
2.5 hour full storytelling session
Up to 2 locations
100 edited images

Want to experience a photo session in it's fullness?
This session allows for a spacious 2-3 hours to get comfortable and delve into a mixture of creative portraits, story and documentary.
This session is abundant with time and room to relax and play, for the natural flow to unfold in a way that won’t feel rushed and is rich with story and variation, allowing for more slow and subtle moments to be captured among portraits, and creative ideas explored - Giving you a full gallery of a variety of images.
$350
1hr storytelling session
1 location
45 edited images
(Option to upgrade to the full gallery for +$90)
A shorter session on location in nature or in the coziness of your home, allowing for us to capture portrait and documentary images in one location as the time allows.

A gallery of edited images will sent for you to download your favourite 45 images.
You can then decide whether to upgrade to the full gallery of images for a further $90
This allows a more affordable starting point for those who need it, or the gallery in its fullness

- Travel outside of Golden Bay will incur a travel fee
- A $50 travel fee will be added for Auckland sessions

A woman holding a child's hand while standing on a grassy lawn, with part of her torso and legs visible. The woman is wearing beige shorts and a sleeveless top, while the child is dressed in a checkered dress with a white collar. The background is blurred with some plants and flowers.

Ready to book!

A young woman with long hair looking down with a slight smile, standing in front of a mirror, in a room with a bed and scattered objects in the background.

Two women lying on a rug on the floor, bathed in sunlight with shadows cast across the floor. They are facing each other with relaxed expressions.

Two women embracing in a kitchen, with one sitting on the counter and the other hugging her, both wearing sparkly tops.

Top-down view of a collection of spools of thread arranged in a cluster on a wooden surface.

Making it easy - The Process

Step 1: The right fit

This is it! If you’re reading this information, you are hopefully getting more of a feel for how a session with me will look and feel. If you’re still unsure if I’m the right photographer for your story, or you have more questions, feel free to book in a call with me here, I’m super friendly!

Step 2: Lock in a date

Once we’ve found a date that works for both of us, I will send you through two things - A deposit invoice for $150, and a photography contract which keeps everything super clear! Returning both will allow me to hold your date in my calendar.

Step 3: Questionnaire

I want to get to know you to capture your essense and what makes you unique, so when you’re booked in, you’ll receive a questionnaire that will help me understand your story, and other important questions, including if you have a location already in mind.

Step 4: Prep

I’ll send you a link to help you prepare. Helpful colours to wear, what to expect.

Step 6: Your gallery is ready!

You’ll receive an edited online gallery of images within 2 weeks with all of the information you need.

Step 5:

Shoot day!

FAQ’s

Yes, if the weather is really rainy or windy the next day and we're set to shoot outside, we can definitely set another date. Overcast grey days or a light sprinkle however are great for moody or diffused lighting.
Before our session I'll send you some recommendations for what to wear - colours etc that will work best photographically and with my editing style. I encourage you to embrace your individual self and style, or even pick out pieces that tell a story. Be you, and be comfy above all. Be sure to let me know if you have any creative ideas involving clothing or costume - I'm all for it.
If you can send me some photos of what you might wear before our shoot even better.
Somewhere special to you is always a good place to start. If travelling feels too much, how about a session centered around your home and daily life? We can make that as creative or documentary-like as we want to.

Is there a special place in nature you have spent time? This photo to the right is not just a forest - It's a location with lots of history, very dear to the couple in the picture.
Different locations bring different colours and moods to the photographs.

Within nature locations we will pick a few of the best areas where the best light and nature meet and focus our creative attention there.
On our longer sessions, we can choose a mixture of photos in nature and at home.
Yes, I’m open to paying your session off over 4 or 6 weeks from the shoot date or booking.
($150 deposit is due upon booking)

Ready to get creative

“I’m awkward in front of the camera”

I hear those words all the time. Me too!
These sessions are for everyone, even if you haven’t stepped in front of the camera before.
My focus is making you relaxed and at ease. Your main task on the day will be to focus on connection to self or your loved ones above all and I can help with suggestion on prompts and direction as it flows.