Motherhood Stories
Honouring the human spirit through the art of maternity and newborn photography
Motherhood is a whole season, and I love photographing every part of it. Maternity sessions capture the weeks right before your baby arrives, there's a real strength and gentleness in this right before family life opens up and changes everything. We can shoot in studio or on location, whatever feels right for you, and you're welcome to borrow from my dress collection if you want something a little different for the day.
Then, once your baby's here, we let go of posing altogether. No unnatural positions, no props, just your baby exactly as they are, and the real connection between you. Your baby belongs in your arms, and that's where the most genuine photographs happen.
Together, these sessions become a record of a season that moves fast, the strength of carrying life, and the moment you finally get to hold it.
Ask me for my Maternity or Newborn Welcome Guide, both are full of everything you need: clothing advice, what to bring, the best timing, pricing, and FAQs.
Your motherhood story from $450
this and so much more
+ 30 Minute to 2 Hour Session
+ Online Gallery
+ Professional Editing
+ Digital Packages
+ Prints and Albums
+ Pets Welcome
Whether you're after a quick mini shoot or want to take your time and really soak in the experience, the session is shaped around you. I always keep an eye on how you're feeling and adjust as we go,
Delivered within 2 weeks, so you can view and choose your favourites.
Every image is carefully edited so it's ready to treasure.
Choose the collection that fits your family and budget after your shoot, no pressure on the day.
Choose the collection that fits your family and budget after your shoot, no pressure on the day.
Your dog is part of the family too, so bring them along.
Investment
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packages
This one's for you if you want your bump documented without the full production, a shorter, simpler session that still gives you beautiful images to look back on. Perfect if you're short on time, working with a smaller budget, or just want something low-key rather than a big styled shoot.
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INCLUDES:
+ 30 MINUTE PHOTOGRAPHY SHOOT
A relaxed 30-minute session.
+ 5 HIGH-RESOLUTION DIGITAL IMAGES
Five favourites, ready to download and print.
+ ONLINE GALLERY
A private gallery to view, download and share.
+ PROFESSIONAL EDITING
Carefully edited in Kate’s signature style.
Maternity Mini
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+ 1–2 HOUR PHOTOGRAPHY SHOOT
Plenty of time for a relaxed, unhurried session
+ ON LOCATION OR AT PUKEPOHATU RETREAT
Choose the setting that feels most like you
+ PROFESSIONAL EDITING
Carefully edited in Kate’s signature style
+ ONLINE GALLERY
A private gallery to view, download and share
+ STYLING GUIDE
Simple guidance to help you feel confident and prepared
+ 15+ HIGH-RESOLUTION DIGITAL IMAGES
A collection of favourites ready to download and print
+ ACCESS TO MY DRESS COLLECTION
Beautiful pieces available to wear for your session
+ PARTNER & FAMILY WELCOME TO JOIN
Include the people you love in your session
This one's for you if you want more time, a few different looks, and the space to really slow down and enjoy the session. We can move between locations or outfits, pull from my beautiful dress collection, and take our time finding the shots that actually feel like you. It's your chance to embrace your inner goddess and really celebrate this time.
Maternity
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INCLUDES:
This one's for you if you want gentle, unposed newborn photos that capture your baby exactly as they are right now, no forced positions, no props doing the work, just those first sleepy, fresh days held onto properly.
INCLUDES:
+ 2–3 HOUR PHOTOGRAPHY SHOOT
Plenty of time for a relaxed, unhurried session
+ AT HOME OR PUKEPOHATU RETREAT
Choose the setting that feels most comfortable
+ PROFESSIONAL EDITING
Carefully edited in Kate’s signature style
+ ONLINE GALLERY
A private gallery to view, download and share
+ EXTENDED FAMILY WELCOME TO JOIN
Bring the whole family along, Grandparents Included
+ 15+ HIGH-RESOLUTION DIGITAL IMAGES
A collection of favourites ready to download and print
Newborn
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For maternity, we'll figure out together what feels most like you, maybe that's golden hour on the beach in a flowing dress, soft and dreamy, or something a little more editorial in jeans inside my studio at Pukepohatu Retreat, a private space where you can properly show off that growing bump.
What to expect
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I'll guide you through the whole thing, easy posing prompts, natural movement, nothing stiff. Once I've edited your photos, your gallery is sent over to you, and I'm right there to help you choose.
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For newborn sessions, there's genuinely nothing to prepare. If we're at your home, don't clean a thing, I'll find the light and build the space around you. Or come to me at Pukepohatu Retreat, where it's all already set up and ready to go.
Hair and makeup can be added to either session if you want that extra bit of pampering. And while I'm photographing your baby, feel free to just sit back, close your eyes, maybe even nap. This is meant to feel like a break, not one more thing on your list.
This is the good stuff. Let's not rush it.
PHOTO EDITING
Motherhood Albums
The part you dont see and a part I love
Handcrafted
My retouching is kept as natural as possible. I love keeping the little things that make your baby so new, the flaky skin, all of it. Instead, I lean into the colours and the light, crafting something beautiful enough to live on your wall
An album brings your session to life, pages you'll actually pick up and flick through, pulled off the shelf on rainy afternoons and passed around at Christmas. Simple enough to update every few years. Meaningful enough to last a lifetime
"Kate is amazing!! We chose her to capture our wedding day and again for my pregnancy photoshoot, and we were absolutely blown away by our photos both times! She is not just a fantastic artist with her own unique sense of style; her personality is also so lovely and she made us feel so relaxed and comfortable while also having so much fun together! Would definitely recommend choosing her for any special moment in life you want captured! Forever grateful for you, Kate!"
Pauline and Marcus
OTHER SERVICES
Weddings
Family
From the first dance to the last, I'm there for every unscripted moment: the quiet glances, the happy tears, losing it on the dance floor. If a wedding is on the horizon, let's talk about how we can tell your story together.
Your family keeps growing and changing, and I'd love to be there for it: newborn cuddles, muddy gumboots, the everyday moments that turn into memories. Family sessions are relaxed and unposed, capturing the real connection and chaos that make your family yours.
