About Me
Hey there! I’m Caroline!
A lover of travel, music, dancing, good food, early-morning runs, the great outdoors, and most of all, family.
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Every Family Has a Story Worth Treasuring.
Based in Papamoa, our studio specialises in creating timeless, heartfelt portraits that celebrate connection, love, and life’s most meaningful moments.
We believe your photographs should live on your walls and in your hands, not tucked away on a hard drive. From elegantly framed prints to modern canvas collections, every piece is designed to bring warmth, beaut,y and belonging into your home.
Our sessions are designed to honour every stage of your family's journey
FAMILY
Capture the laughter, connection, and love that make your family uniquely yours (yes, those classic “everyone smiling together” moments too!).
MATERNITY & NEWBORN
Celebrate the wonder of new beginnings. From the anticipation of pregnancy to those first precious days with your baby.
GENERATION
Honour your legacy with portraits that bring together the wisdom of the past and the joy of the future.
Family is Everything
CAPTURING LIFE'S MOST MEANINGFUL MOMENTS
With deep appreciation for the beauty of family and the magic of the Bay of Plenty’s coastal surroundings, every session is approached with care, patience and artistry. Whether it’s the laughter shared between siblings, the joy of welcoming a new addition, or the quiet moments that define your bond, we capture it all naturally.
My Story
As a proud mum of two sets of twins and the wife of my best friend, I know firsthand how quickly life changes. As the saying goes - the days are long, but the years are heartbreakingly short. That’s why I’m so passionate about helping families pause, breathe, and hold onto these fleeting moments through timeless portrait art.
My love for photography began in high school and it led me to study for my Bachelor of Media Arts at WINTEC, majoring in Photography. Since then, I’ve spent almost two decades refining my craft, working both overseas and here in New Zealand, and discovering what truly makes a portrait powerful: genuine connection and beautiful simplicity.
Over the years, I’ve developed a relaxed, natural style that brings out the best in every family. My sessions are easy-going, guided but never stiff, allowing real connection and personality to shine through in every frame.
As a mum, I know the effort it takes just to get everyone out the door, let alone dressed and smiling. That’s why I make the experience stress-free and enjoyable, guiding you from start to finish. From planning your session to designing artwork that becomes part of your home and story.
Let’s turn your story into art.
“The best thing about a picture is that it never changes, even when the people in it do.” — Andy Warhol
That’s the heart of what I do. Photography freezes love in its purest form - the laughter, the connection, the belonging - so it can live on for generations.
Thank you for letting me be part of your family’s journey.
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HOURS OF OPERATION
Tuesday – Friday 9:30am – 2:30pm
Saturday & late night by appointment only
info@carolinemckenzie.co.nz
Papamoa (Tauranga), New Zealand
