Auckland couples photography that feels like a date, not a photoshoot
I photograph couples for engagement sessions, anniversaries and portraits together, at beaches, parks, homes and meaningful locations. My experience across couples, lifestyle and portrait photography allows me to combine natural light, gentle direction and spontaneous moments, capturing the connection and personality that make your relationship your own.
Whether you’re celebrating an engagement, marking a milestone or simply wanting photographs together, I’ll plan the session around your story and how you feel most comfortable in front of the camera.
Seven years’ London photography experience · Getty Images contributor · 5-star Google reviews
The Short one
This is for couples that have a lot to juggle and want to get a quick medley of shots, without the pressure of going for a full hour.
Perfect for holiday cards, wall prints, social media or a website.
Investment:
Includes:
UP TO 30 MINUTES
10 EDITED PHOTOS
DELIVERED BY ONLINE GALLERY
$350 incl GST
Full session (Most Popular)
This is for couples that have a bit more time on their hands and want to get a wider range of shots, without the pressure to get everything in such a short time.
Perfect for holiday cards, wall prints, social media or a website.
Investment:
Includes:
UP TO 1 HOUR
20 EDITED PHOTOS
DELIVERED BY ONLINE GALLERY
$575 incl GST
Extended session
This is for couples that want to get "the shot" and some!
You get a much wider range of shots, without the pressure to get everything in such a short time.
Perfect for holiday cards, wall prints, social media or a website.
Investment:
Includes:
UP TO 2 HOURS
30 EDITED PHOTOS
DELIVERED BY ONLINE GALLERY
$800 incl GST
You bring the relationship. I’ll take care of the photographs.
Most couples aren’t used to being photographed together. It’s completely normal to wonder where to look, what to do with your hands or whether you’ll feel awkward.
You won’t be expected to arrive knowing how to pose. I’ll plan the location and light, guide you through natural movement and make small adjustments that help you both look comfortable and connected.
We might have you walking, talking, leaning into each other or doing something that makes you laugh. The prompts have a purpose, but the reactions they create are yours.
The result is a collection of warm, polished photographs that still feels like the two of you—not a performance of what a couple is supposed to look like.
What experience brings to your session
A location that suits you
The setting shapes the photographs. I can help you choose an Auckland location that fits your personalities, the atmosphere you want and the time of day we’ll be shooting.
Direction without rigid posing
I’ll give you enough guidance to feel confident without positioning every part of your body. Simple prompts create movement, interaction and expressions that feel more natural than holding a pose.
Attention to light and body language
Good couples photography is about more than finding a beautiful background. I’ll watch the light, composition, posture and small points of connection so the photographs feel effortless while still looking carefully considered.
Choose your couples session
The Short One
A focused session for couples who want a small collection of strong photographs without committing to a full hour.
We’ll keep things relaxed and use simple prompts to create a varied set of natural portraits in one location.
Best for: Anniversaries, holiday cards, framed photographs and a quick update together.
Up to 30 minutes
10 professionally edited photographs
Private online gallery
$350 including GST
Full Session (Most Popular)
More time to settle into the experience and create a broader mix of relaxed, playful and close-up photographs.
The full session gives us room to explore the location, vary the compositions and let the session unfold without rushing.
Best for: First couples photoshoots, anniversaries and couples wanting a more complete gallery.
Up to one hour
20 professionally edited photographs
Private online gallery
$575 including GST
Extended Session
For couples who want the greatest variety and enough time to build a more complete visual story.
Two hours gives us space to explore, use more of the location and create a wider combination of movement, environmental portraits and quieter moments.
Best for: Milestone anniversaries, destination-style sessions and couples wanting a substantial collection.
Up to two hours
30 professionally edited photographs
Private online gallery
$800 including GST
Comfortable, even if you usually avoid the camera
“I am not that comfortable in front of a camera, but Rowan made us feel at ease and came prepared with lots of prompts.”
— Tash Bennett
Feeling comfortable isn’t something you need to achieve before the session. Helping you get there is part of my job.
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