New Zealand Wedding Photographers

New Zealand Wedding Photographers

Our New Zealand photographers also provide documentary-style coverage in: Auckland, Wellington, Christchurch, Manukau, Waitakere, Hamilton, Tauranga, Lower Hutt, Napier-Hastings, Dunedin

New Zealand Wedding Photography, Engagement Photo Sessions + Elopements

Intimate Wedding Photography in New Zealand - Capturing the Joy of Small Celebrations - Discover the best New Zealand photographers specializing in intimate marriages. Couples are embracing the trend of smaller, more meaningful celebrations. Let our talented photographers capture the joy and intimacy of your wedding day.

By planning a simple New Zealand elopement, couples are able to stay present in the moment and fully absorb the impact of their wedding day. Given the fact that many couples feel more natural and at ease in intimate settings, it's no surprise that some of the most breathtaking wedding images come from elopements.

The WPJA has an abundance of top-ranked, New Zealand documentary wedding photographers available right now who understand that some weddings and elopements can’t wait. Find yours today!

Recent WPJA WedElope Story Awards

New Zealand Photographers for Large or Small Weddings

Shooting an elopement or small New Zealand wedding event is a wedding photojournalist’s dream: a fairly open schedule with lots of breathing space for creativity – it’s just the photographer, the couple, the officiant, and perhaps a few select companions.

Oceania WPJA members are ready to document any civil ceremony, themed, mini, or elopement wedding, even if it is a Monday-Thursday ceremony. Search for the “Can Shoot Weddings on Short Notice!” message on the listings below.

View Award-Winning Pictures from New Zealand Wedding Venues

3 New Zealand Wedding Photographers...

Portrait of Naren Bedekar, wedding photographer

Naren Bedekar, an experienced wedding photographer based in New Zealand, has a background in Art Direction in the Middle East. With over 400 weddings, as well as corporate events and live shows, under his belt, Naren is constantly expanding his portfolio. He has also taken...

4000 (NZD)

Orlando Suarez is an international traveling wedding photographer. Along with his wife, Lissette, they run Viridian Images Photography, specializing in candid moments and natural portraits. With ten years of experience, they have captured weddings all over the world, from...

Orlando Suarez

Kennesaw in Georgia, US *Now booking New Zealand weddings.
3100 (USD)
Ambre Peyrotty, a Wedding Photographer of studio Zephyr & Luna

Ambre Peyrotty is an award-winning, France-based wedding photographer who takes a documentary approach to capturing life through her camera. With a focus on storytelling and authentic visuals, Ambre meticulously captures the heartfelt moments of love.

Ambre Peyrotty

Les Sarraix in Puy-de-Dome (63) , FR *Now booking New Zealand weddings.
4000 (EUR)

Map of Wedding Photojournalists Serving New Zealand Couples

New Zealand Wedding, Elopement and Engagement Images by WPJA Photographers

Below are some New Zealand wedding photography samples from the world’s best wedding photographers of the WPJA. Some of these New Zealand marriage pictures might be artistic portraits, details, or documentary-style images that have come from getting ready sessions, wedding ceremonies, reception venues, or New Zealand engagement portrait sessions with couples.

Halsweh Quarry Park Christchurch  environmental engagement e-session of the couple dancing
Halsweh Quarry Park Christchurch  portrait e-session - a couple relaxing by a stone wall
Halsweh Quarry Park Christchurch  on-location portrait e-shoot of a couple kissing at sunset by a bridge
Halsweh Quarry Park Christchurch environmental engagement e-session - a couple embracing at sunset
Halsweh Quarry Park Christchurch, NZ portrait e-session of a couple kissing at a sunset
Port Hills Christchurch New Zealand outside forest picture session with a Couple at sunset in the hills
Port Hills Christchurch New Zealand Couple Kissing during an engagement photo session
Wedding image from the Bridesmaid's home, Christchurch New Zealand showing the Preparing the flower girls
New Zealand Couple in front of street art painting of elephants in Christchurch
Christchurch Couple on large art installation couch in the streets of New Zealand
New Zealand engaged Couple in front of Graffiti Wall in Christchurch City
New Brighton Beach, Christchurch, New Zealand Cold afternoon engagement portrait with body language mirroring.

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: How can couples find top-ranked New Zealand wedding photographers?
A: The WPJA created the original wedding photographer ranking systems. Our innovative system is based on contest winning points, meaning that the New Zealand photographers you see at the top of your search results page have recently won the most — and the most recent — contest awards. Our contests judge photographers based on their creativity, style, composure, and ability to capture the heart of any couple's story on their wedding day.
Q: How can couples find New Zealand photographers for pre-wedding engagement portraits?
A: The WPJA issues Diamond Awards for New Zealand wedding photographers to showcase their best engagement photography work. These awards are given to photographers who prove that they have an ability to be creative, artistic, and intuitive while working on-location with couples who are newly engaged.
Q: Where can I find a photographer for a short-notice, small New Zealand wedding?
A: There are many WPJA photographers who are able to help you out at a moment's notice. We understand that sometimes love happens and there's simply no time to lose. We can ensure that you can get married as quickly as possible — and have incredible photographs to remember your New Zealand wedding day by.
WPJA Communiqué: Featured Wedding Photography Articles
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