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Real Family Photography Most people hate posing for photos. I get it because I do too! Day-in-the-life family photography there aren't any awkward poses, staging or direction.

Nelson/Tasman, New Zealand. NZIPP Accredited Professional Photographer.

I had such a blast documenting Ruru tiny homes' Yard Open Day on Sunday! So many wonderful people, clever tiny home desi...
02/11/2026

I had such a blast documenting Ruru tiny homes' Yard Open Day on Sunday! So many wonderful people, clever tiny home designs and fantastic conversations. Thanks for inviting me to be part of the fun!

When your mum studied Art History and your dad expertly roasts gourmet coffee, you know your baby photos will be somethi...
27/10/2026

When your mum studied Art History and your dad expertly roasts gourmet coffee, you know your baby photos will be something deliciously artistic!

This is my day-in-the-life version of the "cute wee baby toes" photo.

Traditionally a posed photo, I keep an eye out for naturally occurring opportunities to capture what we love about squishy newborns. Plus making it uniquely yours. For this mum, her love of art and cats is present in her quirky skirt. The Girl With The Pearl Earring looks sideways at baby A's plump toes.

Thanks for inviting me into your home to document your first months together XX

Who remembers this feeling? The absolute delight at splashing in puddles! What would it mean to you, to preserve your ki...
23/10/2026

Who remembers this feeling? The absolute delight at splashing in puddles!

What would it mean to you, to preserve your kid's childhood? So they can look back at photos of them doing the things they loved.

Photos are anchors to memories. Help them hold on to their childhood forever XX

Sorry I've been so quiet lately! I will catch up I promise...But first!I just had to share this emotional photo from a d...
15/10/2026

Sorry I've been so quiet lately! I will catch up I promise...

But first!

I just had to share this emotional photo from a decent day-in-the-life session. This wee boy is such a sweetheart. He has had huge medical challenges to overcome in his life so far.

The 'Thank Goodness' on the cereal box speaks not only of the relieving medication received from the inhaler, but of the love and tenderness received from his dad. Both which help him to feel better during tough times.

Thank you so much for allowing me to share some of your story.

-Sarah XX

Exhibition opening: thanks! It's been decades since I had my work exhibited. Very excited xx
09/10/2026

Exhibition opening: thanks! It's been decades since I had my work exhibited. Very excited xx

During a shoot last week, I recognised a photo of a massive tabular iceberg on Jack's shelf. I thought surely there are ...
29/09/2026

During a shoot last week, I recognised a photo of a massive tabular iceberg on Jack's shelf. I thought surely there are many icebergs in the world like that...

Apparently not.

Jack was a long line fisherman spending 3 months at a time at sea. He sailed from Nelson to Antarctica, just off Argentina many times to fish.

In 2015 I embarked on a trip of a lifetime to that SAME ICEBERG. I sailed as voyage crew from Ushuaia to the Antarctic Peninsiula on the tall ship Bark Europa.

I self-published a book of my photography and journey if anyone is interested XX
https://www.blurb.com/b/6723353-antarctica-bark-europa-2015

I can't believe this is happening!My first solo exhibition in decades!Thank you so much to everyone (animal and human!) ...
24/09/2026

I can't believe this is happening!

My first solo exhibition in decades!

Thank you so much to everyone (animal and human!) who took part and supported me along the way.

Opening:
📆 Friday 9th October
đź•” 5-7pm
đź“Ť The Dangerous Kitchen, 46 Commercial Street, Takaka

Hope to see you there!

-Sarah xx

Exciting to share all the tips and tricks to photograph your family with authenticity and love!đź“… This Wed 23rd Septđź“Ť Bab...
21/09/2026

Exciting to share all the tips and tricks to photograph your family with authenticity and love!

đź“… This Wed 23rd Sept
đź“Ť Baby On The Move Nelson
🪙 Koha via Eventfinda

One of my favourite photos from the Nelson Home and Garden Show today featuring by dear friend Francesca | Nelson Photog...
19/09/2026

One of my favourite photos from the Nelson Home and Garden Show today featuring by dear friend Francesca | Nelson Photographer and her sweet daughter! Matching perfectly with the paint splatter...

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432 Bird Road
Motupipi
7183

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Monday 9am - 5pm
Tuesday 9am - 5pm
Wednesday 9am - 5pm
Thursday 9am - 5pm
Friday 9am - 5pm
Saturday 9am - 5pm
Sunday 9am - 5pm

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