Newborn feet and teddy during newborn session at Bishopdale studio in Christchurch
Dad giving son a piggy back ride and mum leaning in laughing during sunset family/ maternity session at Port Hills
Detail image of baby sleeping during in home newborn session
Mum holding her dress out at sunset maternity session at the beach
Mum holding her 10 week baby during newborn session in Bishopdale studio aand dad looking at baby,
Dad holding newborn baby up and looking at her little scrumch during studio session in Bishopdale
Sunset family/ maternity session at Port Hills. Dad holding son playing peek a boo with mum
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christchurch

MATERNITY, NEWBORN

AND FAMILY

Photographer


Natural, heartfelt photography for the moments you'll wish you could hold onto forever.



Hey, I'm Ella!


I'm a Christchurch Photographer specialising in Maternity, Newborn and Family photography.


Whether we're welcoming your newest little love in the comfort of your home or chasing the evening light and beautiful chaos of family life, I capture the little moments, connections and details that make your story yours.


My approach is relaxed, natural and centred around genuine connection. I'll help you feel comfortable, enjoy the experience and create photographs you'll treasure for years to come.

 

Ella 🤍

Sunset maternity session at Mona Vale Gardens Christchurch
Newborn hair details during newborn session at Bishopdale studio, Christchurch
Sunset maternity/ family session at Port Hills, Christchurch
Newborn baby sticking tongue out during newborn session, at Bishopdale studio, Christchurch

client love

"We had the most beautiful experience! Ella made everything feel relaxed and fun, especially by letting our toddler lead the session. There was no pressure just genuine, natural moments.

She captured our family so beautifully and the photos are absolutely stunning. We’ll treasure them forever 🤍"




JEN

Client Love

"I decided to book a mini Mother’s Day photo shoot after releasing I had barely any photos of my baby and I together.

I’m not normally one who loves being in front of the camera but Ella has such a magic touch that makes you feel relaxed and calm, she managed to capture the most beautiful shots of myself and my daughter, I was blown away when I saw the photos! They really showed my daughter’s personality and even caught those cheeky wee smiles she gave occasionally.


I will definitely be booking with Ella for any future photo shoots and special milestone moments, feel so grateful to have found such a wonderful photographer."



EMMA AND MADDIE

client love

"Ella was amazing! She is so incredibly talented and passionate about what she does. She is prompt with communication and following through with speedy editing! We will definitely be back 🙂"




JACINTA  

client love

"We had the most beautiful extended family photos taken at sunset with four generations. Ella made the whole experience so fun and relaxed, especially for our son who loved being the centre of attention. She knew exactly how to keep him engaged and how to bring out the best in all of us. The photos are absolutely stunning and something we’ll treasure forever.

Thank you so much Ella 📸♥️"

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ANJA

client love

"Ella's come a long way. From meeting her when she was still just looking for models/family to shoot for her portfolio, time when my little one was just 4 months old to now soaring as an in-demand family photographer. We were just few of the lucky ones who have experienced her keen eye to details — capturing not just what's to be seen by the naked eye but ultimately the emotions that lies beneath every photograph. Her storytelling through photographs is incomparable. She's very easy to work with and just like her photography style — she's candid, natural and overall amazing (person). 😊🙌"

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KATH


client love

"Ella is an incredible photographer. She captured me and my fiancés engagement so perfectly and the photos are timeless. She also has amazing energy and it was great to have her part of the special moment. We will cherish the photos forever."




JACK AND KATHERIINE

PROCESS


01.


GET IN TOUCH

Fill out a quick contact form and click on the 'send message' button. Let me know which package you are interested in, who will be included and if you have any thoughts about location or the vibe you're after. I'll be in touch within 24 hours to discuss availability and details.





02.


CONTRACT & PAYMENT


Once all the details for your session are confirmed, I will send through a contract for you to sign, a questionnaire for you to fill out and I require a $150 non- refundable deposit to secure your booking. Payment plans are also available. The remaining balance must be paid prior to your session.




03.


PLANNING & SESSION


Every session is unique, so before we begin, I'll plan every detail with you about ideas or visions you may have, e.g. location, personal touch etc. My goal is to make you feel relaxed and comfortable capturing your authentic moments, so I'll guide you naturally to capture genuine interactions. I'll provide gentle direction and guided posing to highlight your best angles and we can take breaks when needed, especially if little ones are involved.





04.


YOUR GALLERY


Roughly 2-3 weeks after your session, you will receive an email to your online gallery to reflect the best moments from our time together. A few sneak peeks will be posted a day or two later, unless declined.