Lydia Rachel

Auckland Wedding Photographer

Hi, I’m Lydia (Rachel’s my middle name!), a wedding photographer, storyteller, and host of The Kiwi Wedding Podcast. I’m based in Auckland, New Zealand, but I'm always up for an adventure and love to travel.

My photography is all about capturing weddings in a way that feels natural, elevated, and true to you. With a calm and thoughtful approach, I blend relaxed documentary moments with a subtle editorial edge, focusing on real connection, intentional details, and the quiet in-betweens that make your day uniquely yours.

Through my podcast, I share honest conversations and helpful advice. Mostly by chatting with recently married couples about what worked, what didn’t, and what they wish they’d known.

If you’re drawn to photography that feels effortless, editorial, and true to you, with a calm and grounded presence behind the lens, I’d love to connect. Let’s chat about your day and what matters most to you.

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My why.

Photography, to me, is about so much more than beautiful images. It's about preserving feeling. It's about capturing the fleeting moments that make up your story, the ones you'll want to revisit for years to come.

I see photography as a way to add real value to people's lives. To honour connection, celebrate beauty, and tell your story in an honest and artful way. It's a privilege to do this work, and I don't take it lightly.

I want the experience to feel easy, enjoyable and intentional so you can be fully present in the moment, knowing it's all being thoughtfully captured.

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