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Explore tips, stories, and insights from my photography journey. From client sessions to personal reflections, this is where I share the heart and soul of my work.
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Here are two picture-perfect locations in Christchurch: Hagley Park and Port Hills. See tips for engagement photos and get inspired by this unique proposal story.
Welcome to my 2024 Spotify Photography Wrapped! 2024 was tumultuous to say the least. It brought challenges, opportunities, travel, new friends, and some big changes to my personal life. But it was also an absolutely stellar year for Photos with River. Did you know that I only started this business in February?? I’ve been playing […]
Some people think they need a big milestone to justify hiring a photographer. But when you’re in love, every moment is worth celebrating! Why wait for an engagement, wedding, or baby announcement? Let’s capture the joy of your relationship right now. For Jared and Krissi, having a couple’s session while Krissi was visiting for the […]
We met them at the Sign of the Bellbird, a familiar Port Hills spot for Ōtautahi residents. This is a great spot to elope near Christchurch, on sunny days and rainy ones alike. You can say your vows with a view of the harbor, or in the comfort of th…
As anyone who has breastfed and then weened a child knows, this is a time that can be full of mixed emotions. During our session there were smiles, tears, and as many silly moments as there were sweet ones.
If you’re wondering where to take family photos near you and want to keep things simple and low-stress, then I’ve got a suggestion for you. Look no further than your very own neighborhood park! During my time as a portrait photographer, I’ve taken photos at all kinds of locations. While it can be fun to […]
When Kyleigh suggested Fountain Creek Park, I knew it would be the perfect spot for their very first family session together with her husband Eston and six-month-old daughter Livi. She asked if they could bring along the family dog Zuko too, and of course I said yes!
You don’t need to be constantly looking at the camera throughout your session. Those tender moments when you’re looking into the eyes of your beloved or your newborn turn into GREAT photos–but they can also help ground you in the moment.
I’ll never get tired of that friendly New Zealand attitude that most people have here, and I’ll certainly never get tired of long drives around the island where I get to experience beautiful places and people like this one.
