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Waikato based Freelance Photographer. Specializing in Family Portraiture. Workshops coming soon!

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13/11/2025

Hiiiiii it’s me lol long time no post,
but also long time no good weather 😭☔️

finally managed to sneak this one in on a Wednesday arvo before the rain hit.. again lol

I honestly felt so honoured to capture these surprise birthday pics! I walked away thinking wow, that was eventful hahaha but this gallery tells such a cool story of four cuzzy sissy’s with the most amazing bond! So much fun, so much laughter, so much love, just like their mamas!! ❤️

Thank you Jeanette for trusting me to take these, I hope you and Gin cherish them forever 🥰

16/06/2025

Before their next chapter, I had the chance to capture the end of this beautiful little era — Chantae and Eisla-Dior.

I tried to capture the bond you shared, but these images just do it no justice. Because how can I capture that “you are my whole world” type of love, in a single frame?🥹🥹

What an honour to capture this moment in your life that will be otherwise gone. Playing hide and seek, running in leaves, quiet laughs, long hugs and a whispered language that only you two share. That special and cherished time when it was just the two of you.

Wishing you both the best on your new journey as you jet off and be reunited as a family of 3 ❤️✈️ 💫

11/05/2025

The most beautiful at-home session with Tiana, Cody & their babies on a random Sunday afternoon.

These “as you are” sessions are so natural and easygoing — no need to load the car with snacks, toys, and tiny humans — just get dressed, step outside, and let the magic unfold in your own space.

Thank you Tiana and Cody for inviting me into your home to capture this season of life for you.

💫 Bryson is the sweetest big brother — so gentle and patient.
🌟 Indy is Miss Madam with all the sass, she’s going to have her brothers wrapped around her little finger lol
✨ Hudson, your calmest wee soul — tucked safely in Mum’s arms, snoozing like a pro and opening his eyes only once to take a peek.

Moments like these are everything 🥹

10/04/2025

Shared these on my story the other day, and I keep scrolling past them in my photo gallery, thinking wow she was stunning! They actually deserve a spot on the feed lol
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I really MUST do more maternity photos, just because 😍🥹

Can’t wait to capture their little Whānau that is now 3 + 🐶.

10/03/2025

I’ve known my beautiful friend Mania for yearsss, and capturing her and her little whānau in such a dreamy setting was so special 🥹✨

After living in Tāmaki, they came to Rotorua with a vision—tall trees, fresh air, and space to roam—and the Redwoods did not disappoint. Little Lacey girl took a minute to warm up, but we all know there’s one way to bring out the giggles and smiles… bubbles 🫧 Before we knew it, she had kicked off her Crocs and was off adventuring, soaking up the magic of the trees.

My friend, seeing you as a māmā, radiating love and complete adoration for your tāne and little girl, was the best part of this shoot. I know both of your jobs take you on all sorts of adventures, but capturing these moments for you—I just know this is your most fulfilling adventure yet.

🥹❤️

26/02/2025

The ‘24 // ‘25 summer photography season has been all about big, beautiful Whānau sessions - & each one feels just as special as the next. ✨

The Stone Whānau invited me to capture their moments at the stunning Tree Trust in Rotorua. It was my first time shooting here (and yes, the natural light had me stresssssssing 😅 lol) but I found my flow and managed to catch some of their pure Whānau love. I look forward to heading back there to take more photos soon, there are soo many good photo spots 🤩

One of my fave parts about big Whānau sessions? They’re like multiple photoshoots in one! I make sure to capture the whole crew together as well as give each little Whānau their own mini session - so everyone gets their own special moments 🥰

A massive ngā mihi to my beautiful friend Tay, for trusting me to capture these photos for her Whānau.

26/02/2025

This session - capturing the essence of Whānau and summer in beautiful Raglan! ☀️

I travelled to Raglan back in Jan, and was soo inspired by this Whānau holiday. They had the perfect camping set up, a true home away from home, creating those beautiful core memories for the mokos. Exactly how summers should be spent 🥹

Their session was such a breeze, music playing, lots of cuddling the babies, adults laughing and that container of bribe lollies disappearing faster than we expected lol. All the cousins running wild, while trying to keep the bubbas out of the water 🤣

The late afternoon sun, the dark sand, their stunning colour palette - honestly, I’m in love with how these turned out 📸💫

Thank you Alaya for booking your Whānau in, again. I am grateful to you all for trusting me to capture these. 🖤

26/02/2025

Sarah and Kyro 🥹

15 years of friendship and countless seasons together. From seeing each other through the highs and lows, to watching you shine as the absolutely amazing mama I knew you’d be — it’s been a beautiful ride. 🤍

Kyro may not have been in the mood for photos to begin with, but your patience, love and all those hugs made this session so special. He knows he’s loved beyond measure 🥹

My Kyro may be the fire that has finally melted your heart 😜 but my friend, you have blossomed in to the most amazing mama. I couldn’t be more prouder.

So here’s to you and Kyro - your best season yet 💫🚀

26/02/2025

Aunty Tere, Sami, Eze, Ani & AJ 🐻

I had the absolute honour of capturing these precious photos before Sami, Ani and Eze packed up and temporarily moved to Australia. ✈️

Aunty Tere, I have always watched and loved how attentive and loving you are to all of your Mokos, and everybody else’s babies too, mine included. But I can see a special little love for AJ 🐻 hehehe let me know if you want your own special photo session, that can be arranged 😜🤣

Sami, my friend, I am in awe of the sacrifices you and your family have made to ensure your big boy can follow his dreams. 🥹✨ like you said, there is no mama out there who wouldn’t do whatever they could to help their children & you are walking the talk. Showing all of us mamas that we have to do the tough things sometimes, but they will pay off in the end. ❤️

I can’t wait til the day you all reunite and we get to capture more of these moments again 📸

PS: Tokoroa is backing you all the way Eze, go be great! 🤠

26/02/2025

As a Māmā myself, I know how overwhelming it can feel heading into a photo session — worrying about whether your kids will listen, behave, smile... or cry 😅.

The rollercoaster of emotions is real! But reading this beautiful testimonial from Paige brought me to tears 🥹.

To know that she didn’t feel any of those anxieties and could simply enjoy an hour loving on and exploring with her boy is everything I work for. & while she soaked in those special moments, I was busy jumping over bushes and laying on the ground to capture it all 😂.

This right here is my “I MADE IT” moment. My ultimate goal is to give every mama the chance to be present, to love on their kids, and to have those moments preserved forever. 💕

26/02/2025

Sharna is the definition of a boy mama 🌿

Her session with Dawson was filled with climbing big trees, lots of cuddles and hunting for pine cones through the bushes and long grass. ✨

Dawson, very shy at first, warmed up to me and eventually grew quite fond of the camera, not only was he acting like a monkey and giving me lots of smiles, he even took it upon himself to have a turn, realising how fun being a photographer actually is hehehe

Swipe to the last slide to see the pic his mum sent me straight after the session 🥹📷

13/01/2025

ins and outs for 2025 ✨ photography edition 📸💁🏽‍♀️

I have had the fastest, busiest but most fulfilling start to the year, I haven’t had a lot of time to think about these until now, but I think I have absolutely nailed my ins and outs this year lol.

I have a lot of catch up posting to do on here from all of my mini sessions in 2024 hehe, sorry not sorry about the incoming spam over the next week 😘

Looking forward to seeing more of you this year and creating some magic together ✨

Loves, Nic xx

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