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Tauranga Photographer

Meet Vanessa

Tauranga-based photographer capturing honest moments and meaningful details.
About Vanessa

With over 20 years behind the lens, I’ve photographed everything from weddings and personal branding sessions to real estate, interiors, and commercial projects. What I love most is helping people feel at ease in front of the camera – especially those who think they’re “not photogenic.”

After a few years of juggling photography with rural life (think flowers, chickens, and a few too many cats), I’ve recently refocused my energy back into what I love most – creating imagery that feels real, relaxed and true to you.

My studio is based on our peaceful rural property, surrounded by gardens and orchards. We also have a native bush area with a beautiful pond. While the studio itself offers a calm, flower-filled space perfect for headshots and branding sessions, the outdoor setting can also be used for natural, light-filled portraits. It’s quiet, private and designed to help even the most camera-shy feel at home.

Whether I’m capturing the emotion of a wedding, the essence of a brand, or the personality of a space, my approach is always the same: warm, detail-focused and grounded in connection.

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Good photography shouldn’t feel difficult — I aim to make the process simple, thoughtful, and relaxed.