There’s a reason The Officers Mess is one of Auckland’s most loved wedding venues. Perched above the Waitematā Harbour with uninterrupted views across to Rangitoto, it offers a ceremony backdrop that feels distinctly New Zealand while still having an elegant, timeless feel. Alisa and Cam chose The Officers Mess for their summer wedding in 2023, […]

Some couples start their venue search with a guest count or a budget. Others start with a feeling. Maybe you’re dreaming of overflowing gardens, old villas wrapped in ivy, climbing roses, long tables under the trees and a wedding that feels more like a romantic garden party than a formal event. As an Auckland wedding […]

There’s something incredibly special about getting married somewhere that already holds years of memories. Briony and Nathan chose to host their relaxed Auckland marquee wedding at a family camp in Hunua, a place filled with nostalgia, connection, and summers spent together growing up. With a beautiful marquee reception, garden portraits at a neighbouring property, and […]

After sharing the three final looks from this Boathouse Row styled shoot, I wanted to share a little more of the process behind it all. Styled shoots like this are always a mix of planning, collaboration and creative instinct, and it was so fun seeing each concept come to life throughout the day. Lisa and […]

A list of the best 13 wedding venues in Central Auckland by local photographer Lydia Rachel. Updated for 2026. As a local Auckland wedding photographer, I have shot hundreds of weddings working in the industry for over ten years. Auckland is a wonderful city with a variety of different landscapes and many hidden gems. We […]

There’s something really special about weddings that feel deeply personal and completely unpretentious, and Hannah and Mac’s day at Hunua Falls Camp was exactly that. Thoughtfully put together with the help of family and friends, their wedding was warm, relaxed, joy-filled and a reminder that you don’t need a huge budget or an overcomplicated plan […]

Amelia and Dean’s backyard wedding in Auckland was the kind of day that reminds you what it’s all about. Relaxed, personal, and full of joy. Celebrating at home with their closest family, and their twin boys front and centre, it felt less like a production and more like a really good, meaningful gathering. They kept […]

There’s something about Cornwall Park that makes it perfect for proposals. Open space, beautiful light, and plenty of quiet pockets if you know where to go. It’s my local park, so always a pleasure to shoot here! This one was photographed in June 2024 on behalf of Localgrapher for Chris and Rachel. They’d been doing […]

Zoe and Daniel’s Auckland city wedding was simple, meaningful, and really well considered. Zoe is a friend of mine, so it felt extra special to be there capturing it all. They’re a genuinely sweet couple, and the whole day reflected that, nothing overdone, just intentional and true to them. A ceremony close to home They […]

Jamie and Melissa’s wedding at Bridgewater Country Estate was one of those classic summer days, hot, relaxed, and full of feeling. Set just outside Auckland, Bridgewater Country Estate is known for its open lawns, native bush, and tucked-away ceremony spots. It’s a venue that doesn’t need much added to it, the setting really does the […]