Less corporate bio, more get to know me over a coffee.
I’m the kind of person who throws my whole heart into everything I do. I’m endlessly creative, deeply passionate, and always dreaming up new shoot ideas—honestly, I just froth over a fresh concept. If I’m not behind the camera, you’ll usually find me digging through thrift stores, or practicing my terrible jokes to help everyone loosen up and feel at ease.
As a mum and a dog mum, I completely get it. Between the kids, the dogs, and the daily circus, life is wild, loud, and gloriously messy. I’m right there in the trenches with you. That passion leaks into every corner of my world—whether I'm competing as a professional athlete, baking up a storm (chocolate cookies are my love language), or chasing new cultures across the globe. When it comes to photography, it’s always about those real, unfiltered moments in time that you’ll hold onto forever.
Working with me is an experience built entirely around your connection
It is quiet ease of simply being together, and the way the rest of the world fades into the background. I provide the gentle direction you need so you can stay fully present. You get cinematic photographs that feel entirely like home, built to keep your favourite memories alive for decades.
fun facts to break the ice
I’ve started the business
In 2025
I'm obsessed with
Health and Wellness
Favorite place to shoot
Anywhere in Nature; Beaches, Farms, Forest
My go-to camera
Canon R6 Markii
Favorite Food
Rib- Eye Steak
One of my dreams is
Destination Weddings/Elopements
Gentle Guidance
As a Tauranga wedding and engagement photographer, I know how awkward it can feel to step in front of a camera. My approach combines easygoing, relaxed prompts with gentle direction so you never have to guess what to do with your hands. Whether we are exploring a local kiwifruit orchard or a rugged Bay of Plenty coastline, I create a calm space where you can forget the camera is even there and just focus on each other.
Poetic Storytelling
True-to-life, cinematic storytelling is at the heart of every wedding and couple session I capture across New Zealand. I don't just take pictures; I document the raw, unscripted glances, the quiet laughs, and the heavy atmosphere of the moment. By blending candid photojournalism with artistic portraiture, I ensure your gallery reads like a timeless visual film of your favourite chapters together.
Complete Presence
Your wedding day or family session goes by in a blur, which is why my goal as a Bay of Plenty photographer is to let you stay entirely in the moment. I handle the details quietly in the background so you can remain fully present with your partner and family. The result is a deeply nostalgic gallery of high-end imagery designed to keep your most cherished memories alive for decades.
Behind the Lens with Steph
I pour my whole heart into the tiny, beautiful moments tucked away in the everyday.
For me, this is entirely about holding space for the real, tender rhythm of your life. Whether we are wandering through a quiet afternoon with your family, wrapping up a sacred chapter of motherhood, or bringing a wild creative idea to life, I care infinitely about how it feels. I want to notice the way your hands fit together, the messy, golden laughter, and the quiet weight of being deeply loved. We are gathering those fleeting, breathing seconds and turning them into heirlooms that will feel entirely like home decades from now.
Real Questions About Candid Family & Motherhood Photography
What is your actual photography style and approach?
My style is unposed, documentary, and raw. Instead of stiff posing or looking at the camera saying cheese, my focus is real movement, genuine chaos, quiet in-betweens, and actual connection. Whether we’re shooting along the coast or out in the countryside, you get gentle direction to set the scene, but my goal is capturing how your life actually feels rather than creating an artificial snapshot.
Where are you based and do you travel for sessions?
I am based right here in Tauranga and service clients across the entire Bay of Plenty and Waikato regions—covering spots from Mount Maunganui and Papamoa out to Hamilton, Rotorua, and beyond. I also travel nationwide for destination sessions and elopements, with transparent travel pricing so you never deal with hidden fees.
What happens during a session from start to finish?
The experience starts long before the camera clicks with a planning chat to nail down location vibes across Tauranga, the wider Bay of Plenty, or the Waikato. During the shoot, there is zero pressure to act model-perfect—just move, play, and hang out while I capture the candid moments. Afterward, you get a fully edited, high-res digital gallery ready for downloading, sharing, and printing.
What kinds of sessions do you take on?
I take on authentic family storytelling, motherhood and newborn milestones, couples, and creative lifestyle projects across Tauranga, the Bay of Plenty, and the Waikato. Every session is tailored specifically to who you are, keeping things relaxed, fun, and entirely personal.
How far in advance do we need to book?
Most clients across Tauranga and the Waikato lock in their dates 2 to 4 months ahead to secure peak weekend spots and seasonal lighting, especially during busy family seasons. If you have a last-minute idea or an urgent timeline, reach out anyway—if I have an open slot, I'll make it happen.