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Discover Accredited Professional Photographers in Waikato & Bay of Plenty

WAIKATO/ BAY OF PLENTY PHOTOGRAPHERS - NZIPP RECOGNISED & TRUSTED

NZIPP Accredited Professional Photographers You Can Trust– Based Right Here in the Waikato/ Bay of Plenty region of New Zealand.

 

 

Looking for an accredited, professional photographer in Waikato or Bay of Plenty? This is your one-stop directory for NZIPP accredited photographers in the region, proven experts in their field. The NZIPP (New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography) represents the highest standard of photographic professionalism and ethics in the country. Whether you're after business headshots, family portraits, weddings, commercial work or fine art – these are photographers who meet the mark. This website is authorised by the NZIPP National Body.

NZIPP ACCREDITED PHOTOGRAPHERS

Hiring a photographer can be overwhelming, but when you choose an NZIPP-accredited professional, you can trust in experience, skill, and accountability. NZIPP stands for the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography, and every accredited member has undergone rigorous assessment. You can expect the highest standards of creativity, technical expertise, business professionalism, and ongoing education. When you hire an NZIPP member, you're not just getting beautiful photos – you're getting peace of mind.

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TRACEY SCOTT
Grand Master of Photography  I
 TRACEY SCOTT  PHOTOGRAPHER
ROTORUA

I specialise in portrait and commercial photography, with work available both in the studio and on location. I also offer services for smaller jobs, including passport and visa photographs, as well as image restoration for damaged photos.

As a Rotorua photographer, the heart of the Bay of Plenty, I am available for commissions nationally and internationally. I have photographed across Australasia, Europe, Africa, and Asia.

With over 25 years of experience as a press photographer, combined with a Fine Arts degree, I bring a broad range of skills to handle any assignment. My work can be found in catalogues and brochures, on billboards, and in books and magazines throughout New Zealand.

 

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KAYE DAVIS
Grand Master of Photography
KAYE DAVIS PHOTOGRAPHY
TAURANGA

Kaye Davis is a photographic artist working in an illustrative style, taking intriguing elements that she observes in the natural world and manipulating these to create new stories.

Kaye’s carefully composed landscapes and botanical studies celebrate the beauty that exists in nature, bringing these into domestic and commercial interiors. Her aim is to create an atmosphere of joy, peacefulness, and calm.

“From a young age, I’ve always enjoyed the process of making things: from everyday clothes to wedding dresses, furniture to dolls’ clothes. In photography, I relish the processes of planning, designing, capturing, and creating my visions – in particular, capturing the beauty of nature.”

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CHRISTINA VANDY
Master of Photography  I
CHRISTINA VANDY PHOTOGRAPHER
HAMILTON

I’m a sucker for real, dirty, messy, honest love. Based in Waikato, New Zealand, I’m a wedding photographer with sixteen years’ experience and more than 350 weddings witnessed. It has been a privilege to document so much wedded bliss, creating timeless, romantic imagery to be shared for generations. I believe the best photographs come from real moments—natural emotion, connection, and interaction. My approach is relaxed and unobtrusive, offering gentle guidance when needed while allowing you to forget the camera. I focus on connection over formal posing, capturing images with meaning, spirit, and heart.

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ROCHELLE WITHELL
Master of Photography (with Distinction)
PURE IMAGES PHOTOGRAPHY
TAURANGA

I photograph with honesty, creativity, and a love for listening to my clients’ stories. Knowing what matters to you is key. I capture joy as it unfolds, keeping it natural and real. Every image on this website features real people—real couples, real families—on their important days, with no staged shoots. I love beautiful light and authentic moments, creating images discreetly while you enjoy your day. Some gentle guidance is needed, but it’s fuss-free. Location shoots are easy, with gorgeous scenery that reflects who you are, resulting in artful, memorable, and fun photography.

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ALANA DRESNER
Master of Photography
ALANA DRESNER PHOTOGRAPHY
TAURANGA

Hi, I’m Alana. Born and raised in Tauranga, I love exploring the globe with my camera—whether it’s Godzone NZ or destinations like Fiji, Thailand, Hawaii, and Bali. I’ve photographed countless weddings, capturing the little moments, details, energy, and fun that make each love story unique. People are my specialty—they’re fascinating, joyful, and inspiring. I also work with businesses to create distinctive, quirky images that showcase your products and team. Family photography is a joy too—I love capturing natural, fun moments, whether in a studio, at a park, beach, or with your furry friends along for the adventure.

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COLLEEN KIDDIE
Master of Photography
COLLEEN KIDDIE  PHOTOGRAPHY
PAPAMOA

Colleen Kiddie Photography is a photography studio located in Papamoa Beach, Tauranga, serving clients across the Bay of Plenty region. The studio specialises in capturing beautiful moments through professional wedding and portrait photography, helping couples, families, and individuals preserve important memories and milestones. Colleen works with clients to create images that reflect their personality and connection, whether documenting celebrations, family gatherings, or individual portrait sessions. With a focus on quality imagery and client satisfaction, Colleen Kiddie Photography brings a personalised approach to every session, ensuring your photos are meaningful and timeless keepsakes you’ll cherish for years to come.

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JUSTIN AITKEN
Grand Master of Photography
JUSTIN AITKEN PHOTOGRAPHER
PAPAMOA BEACH

I’m married to an incredible woman whose unwavering support and calm influence changed my life. Together we have three lively kids who keep life busy, loud, and rarely tidy. Years ago, I stepped away from a computer networking degree to pursue photography—a risky move that proved to be the right one. I love music, guitars, surfing, cooking, coffee rituals, and the New Zealand landscape. The ocean is my happy place, and beautiful light excites me. Awards matter less to me than creating meaningful images—art you’ll love, moments you’ll treasure forever.

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TRACY KENNEDY
Master of Photography (with Distinction)
2B'S PHOTOGRAPHY
WAITOA

I love the adventure of a wedding day and support you in every way—offering advice, timekeeping, sewing kits, sunscreen, water, Panadol, and usually leaving with one less clear umbrella than I arrived with. I’ll make you kiss a thousand times, quietly capture moments you never see, and shed a tear at heartfelt vows and proud parent speeches. I’m an NZ wedding photographer based in the Waikato, centrally located to travel nationwide. I love local celebrations and destination weddings alike and happily travel, with no charge for trips under two hours.

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KIRSTEN HOUGH
Master of Photography
WORT AND FLEA
POKENO

Every dog has their own unique personality, living life with a childlike wonder and having fun along the way, exploring natures sights and sounds with an adventurous spirit like only they can. 

Every dog has their own tail to tell, an unconditional connection and love for their person in the world. Let me capture that moment in time, their spirit, their beauty. So, you can remember, enjoy and share their story for years to come, cherishing them for a lifetime.

Capturing the love. The fun. The adventure. The spirit.

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CAROLINE MCKENZIE
Associate of Photography
CAROLINE MCKENZIE PHOTOGRAPHY
TAURANGA

I’m a lover of travel, music, dancing, babies, food, and the outdoors, and a proud mother of two sets of twins and wife to my best friend. Photography has been my life for over 15 years, and getting to work with amazing families and hold babies makes me feel like I have the best career in the world.

 

My friendly nature and ability to connect with children allow me to capture real, joyful, and lasting moments. I create beautiful, meaningful images that families will treasure forever, preserving memories that never fade.

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ANNA MENENDEZ
Master of Photography (with Distinction)
ANNA MENENDEZ  PHOTOGRAPHY
KATIKATI

I’m a 2025 Professional Family Photographer of the Year Finalist, based in Katikati, Bay of Plenty, with my husband Greg and our three sons. I’ve always loved creating images—through painting, printmaking, and now photography. Capturing candid, natural moments brings me the most joy, and I’m happiest near the water. I offer family sessions, maternity photography, lifestyle shoots, website imagery, and stock photography. I’m also proud to co-own and contribute to Truestock, a New Zealand stock photography platform providing authentic, diverse images from Aotearoa, helping businesses showcase real people, culture, and stories in their marketing campaigns.

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KARINA BRIEN
Associate of Photography 
KJ PHOTOGRAPHY
HAMILTON

I’ve always loved photography, carrying a small digital camera everywhere. When our daughter arrived at 28 weeks, I missed out on maternity and newborn photos while she was in the NICU. That experience inspired me to start capturing precious family moments, not just for myself but for others. I’m a proud mother of three and wife to a supportive husband, juggling family life with building my photography career. It’s challenging but rewarding—documenting memories, expressing creativity, and giving families timeless images. Balancing motherhood, marriage, and photography teaches resilience, passion, and the joy of preserving life’s fleeting moments.

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MARAMA SHEARER
Master of Photography (with Distinction) I
THRIVE PHOTOGRAPHY
TE KUITI

Welcome to Thrive Photography. I combine a strong passion for art and photography with a genuine interest in the people I meet along the way. I love exploring new places and finding beauty in the everyday. I live in Te Kuiti with my husband and two children and also teach Art and Photography at the local high school. I am an NZIPP Master of Photography (with Distinction) and was honoured as Creative Portrait Photographer of the Year at the 2016 Iris Awards, along with receiving the James White Memorial Award. I photograph weddings, elopements, and portraits across the Waikato and beyond.

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MATT JORDAN
Master of Photography
JORDAN CREATIVES
TAUPO

Jordan Creatives is a multi-award-winning photography studio based in Taupō, New Zealand, led by experienced photographer Matt Jordan. With over 16 years in professional photography and retouch artistry, Jordan Creatives delivers high-quality visual storytelling across commercial, portrait, event, and creative photography services. The business blends technical expertise with artistic vision, offering tailored imagery that captures both the essence and emotion of every subject. Ground-based photography is complemented by innovative aerial drone capabilities, enabling dynamic perspectives for diverse projects. Based in the heart of the Central Plateau, Jordan Creatives brings local insight and creative passion to each assignment, helping clients tell their stories with striking imagery. 

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ANGELA MURRAY
Associate of Photography 
LIFE LAB PHOTOGRAPHY
TE AWAMUTU

Inspired by these cherished memories, I now have the privilege of capturing fleeting, magical moments for other families.

 

Over the past five years, I’ve honed the art of posed and styled newborn and maternity photography, crafting images that reflect the depth and wonder of life’s first days. Like a layered landscape, my work creates mood, timelessness, and stories frozen in time to be treasured forever.

 

As a mother of four and nana to three, I’m continually moved by the awe and miracle of holding a newborn, and I aim to preserve that wonder in every photograph.

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SAUL OSBORNE
NZIPP Accredited Photographer
SAUL OSBORNE PHOTOGRAPHY
HAMILTON

Welcome to Saul Osborne Photography.

For over twenty years we have been providing photographic solutions for our clients.

We are Hamilton based and photograph mainly in the Waikato, Bay of Plenty and Auckland Regions. We are happy to travel further if needed.

We specialise in Real Estate, Aerial, Commercial, and Event Photography.

We are passionate about producing unique images for my Clients. We are a qualified member of the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography, which means the quality of your photos is guaranteed. We look forward to assisting you with your photography needs.

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CATHY ULLYETT
Associate of Photography
CATH ULLYETT PHOTOGRAPHY
HAMILTON

Cath Ullyett Photography is a professional photographer based in Hamilton, New Zealand, specialising in wedding, family, maternity, and engagement photography. Cath takes a limited number of bookings each season to ensure personalised attention and relaxed, candid imagery that celebrates genuine connection and emotion. Her wedding coverage ranges from intimate elopements to full‑day celebrations, with beautifully edited galleries delivered via secure online download. She also offers family and maternity sessions at outdoor or favourite locations across the Waikato, capturing natural moments with ease and confidence. Additional options include engagement sessions and custom packages tailored to your unique needs, all focused on timeless, heartfelt photography.

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