West Auckland Family Photographer

Nostalgic moments, captured forever

"Blink and you’ll miss it"


As parents, we hear this phrase all too often - but it couldn’t be more true!

Newborn baby photographer, relaxed and candid, West Auckland photographer

Since becoming a mother almost four years ago, I often find myself marveling at how much my son and daughter are constantly changing. The delicate features of their newborn faces have transformed, and their once-tiny bodies are now bursting with personality.

Every stage of family life is filled with moments we wish we could freeze. Whether it’s the sleepy cuddles with your newborn, the infectious laughter shared with your toddler, or the quiet, knowing love between generations. From first steps to family reunions, from childhood cuddles to grown-up embraces, these are the moments that define us.

That’s why I believe there’s no greater gift I can give to families than helping to preserve these memories… by capturing the love, the laughter, and the connections that make each season of life so special.

Maternity photography session with toddler at Bethells Beach, Auckland

Pricing - Session Fee

$295 (one hour session)

Your session fee is a one-time payment that secures your booking with me as your photographer.

It includes one wonderful photo session with me, as well as the time and care I put into editing your images and curating your private gallery.

Once you have access to your gallery, you can then pick and choose exactly which prints and digital files you would like to purchase.

As an extra special touch, you'll receive a complimentary 8x12 wall print of your choice.

What’s included in my Session Fee?

* all the pre-planning for the shoot with me - location advice, outfit tips and answering all your burning questions ahead of our adventure!

* a one hour photo session with me at a location that feels like home

* time to edit the images and curate your gallery after the session (this takes up to 4 weeks)

* a complimentary 8x12 print

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Making Memories Package

$795 - includes:

* The session fee

* all the edited digital files (all the gold from our session) downloaded from your online gallery

* One complimentary 8x12 print

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Would you like to see my print & digital file pricing?

That part’s easy - just drop me a line below!

Ready to get in touch?

Keen to enquire about a potential photo session, or to see my print and digital file packages?

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Some common FAQs

  • Not at all! My session fee stays the same no matter how big or small your family is. Whether it's an intimate engagement session or a full family reunion with 20+ people, no group is too big or too small!

  • If privacy matters to your family, I've got you. Every single image I capture for my clients, belongs to them to share at their own discretion or keep as a private gallery for themselves. I will always ask my clients before sharing any images from our session online.

  • I get it - life happens! I’m always happy to be flexible. Especially with young ones and any sicknesses that might decide to appear right before our photo shoot! If you need to reschedule or cancel, just let me know as soon as possible, and we’ll find a new date that works for you. I want to capture your crew at your absolute best :)

  • Life moves fast, and before you know it, the little hands you hold will be reaching for independence. Investing in a professional photographer is about preserving these little moments that matter most.

    Photos aren’t just for today; they become part of your family’s legacy. They’ll live on as prints on your walls, in albums that get passed down, and as treasured memories that bring you back to the feelings of that time.

  • I hear this one a lot! And I totally get it - being in front of a camera can totally feel awkward at times. But this is where my experience comes in! I make it my own mission with every single session for my clients to feel completely relaxed and natural, so you won’t feel like you’re ever “posing" for photos. In fact, you might even forget I’m there!

  • I will make it my own little mission to assure as many smiles as possible by the end of our session! I always aim to create a fun, relaxed environment where your kids can just be themselves, and I have a few tricks up my sleeve to make this happen. Whether it’s giggles, quiet cuddles, or playful moments, I love capturing each child’s unique personalities.

  • Neutral tones tend to be a good option, and always look great in the photos. But - most importantly - I will encourage my clients to always just wear whatever they feel most comfortable in.

  • I live in West Auckland, but I happily travel all over the Auckland region to capture my lovely clients!

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Some nice things my clients have said

  • baby portrait photography session in West Auckland

    "My 4-month old babe and I had a mini shoot with Emily and it was so much fun! Emily instantly put me at ease and made me laugh and I really enjoyed the experience. The photos are gorgeous and we will treasure them. Highly recommend Emily for your family photos."

    Lucy & Baby Jenson

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    "I cannot say enough wonderful things about Emily and the gorgeous work she produces! We booked a family shoot as a present to my parents - who have 5 children, each with their own partners and kids. Needless to say we were a big group! Emily wrangled us, made us feel totally at ease and honestly just made it a lot of fun. She captured us, our personalities and our love as a large family - something we will be forever grateful for. "

    The Gallaghers - extended family

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    "Emily was so incredible. She was so such a professional. Able to communicate well with our 4 year old daughter to get just the right shot. We had such a blast during the shoot"

    Lance, Cleon & 4 y/o Macey

  • candid family photography session in West Auckland

    "We recently had Emily take some family photos for us and we couldn’t be happier with the results!! She did an incredible job and really captured our family dynamic perfectly. Her candid and relaxed style was exactly what we were looking for and we felt so comfortable in front of her camera. She is an absolute ray of sunshine and the kids just LOVED having her take photos of them! Thanks so much Emily!! We will treasure our photos for years to come"

    Courtney, James, Ella (4) & Austin (2)

  • Relaxed baby photography session in West Auckland

    "Emily did an absolutely magical job capturing stunning and honest photos of our wee whānau at our recent family shoot. Emily made us feel completely at ease, which isn't easy when your awkward and camera shy. So happy with how all the pictures turned out and can't wait to show them off and decorate the house with them"

    Gemma, Mohi, & 3-month old Niwa

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    We had the most beautiful experience with Emily capturing some really special photos of our 12 day old baby! She was so warm and friendly and made us feel so comfortable. I would highly recommend Emily to anyone and we will cherish these photos forever.

    Lauren, Matt & Austin (newborn)

  • candid extended family photography session in Auckland

    "Emily is a super talented photographer and knows how to capture candid moments beautifully! She is energetic and fun to be around which made the experience so enjoyable for our whole family. We are chuffed with all the photos!10/10 recommend"

    The Watsons - extended family

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    We’ve had 2 family photoshoots with Emily and have loved our sessions with her. She is so warm and bubbly and full of positive energy. We’re an awkward in front of the camera kind of family and she’s managed to capture looking us great. She’s also wonderful with the little ones. Can happily recommend her for your family pics

    Jennings family - Alice (2.5), Dylan (5 months)

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    Emily is super talented, interacted amazingly with our toddler and is one of the nicest people you'll ever meet. We adore our beautiful family photos and highly recommend her to anyone wanting some special memories captured. Thank you, Emily!

    Billie, Simon and Luca (2)

  • candid and relaxed family photography session in West Auckland

    "Emily is a wonderful photographer. She has a unique and exciting way of bringing the best out of babies. Our darling boy loved his photoshoot with Emily. As a whānau we now have three of her photos printed and framed. She's a real talent and a wonderful person. Could not recommend more."

    Tim, Imogen & 7-month old Ezra

  • beautiful, relaxed, unposed family photography session in West Auckland

    "Emily did such an amazing job at making everyone feel so relaxed and comfortable. All our photos came out so beautiful, we couldn’t be happier."

    The Faesen-Kloet family

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    Our maternity shoot with Emily was such a great experience! She made us feel so comfortable right from the start, and her friendly, easygoing vibe made the whole session fun and relaxed. She was amazing with our toddler, keeping things light and playful to get the sweetest shots. The beach location she chose was perfect, and the photos turned out absolutely beautiful, she captured such genuine moments in the most stunning setting. We’re so happy we chose Emily!

    Jane, David & Henry (2)

  • baby photography session in West Auckland

    "Emily from Little & Light is amazing, I can’t recommend her highly enough! We had a mum & baby shoot which was so much fun. Emily brings a great energy which will put you at ease, no matter how you think you are on camera. She captured so many beautiful moments for us in a magical way. Thank you again, we will treasure these photos!"

    Toni & Baby Lily

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    "Emily took absolutely gorgeous photos of my wee boy and I, the lighting is just delicious and she made the whole experience an absolute joy for both of us. Would highly recommend Emily and will be reaching out again in future."

    Sam & 4-month old Felix

  • extended family photographer Auckland

    Emily was such a joy to work with! Our family had our first professional photo shoot with her recently, and throughout the entire process, Emily was so kind, friendly, and professional. Her fun energy and humour brought out the best candid moments, and her keen eye and attention to detail gave us such beautiful photos. I cannot recommend her enough!

    Alfante Family - Extended Family Session

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    "Just absolutely stunning photography and awesome service. Emily clearly communicated from beginning to end, answering all my questions and explaining the process each step of the way. She was great with my baby and had everyone relaxed and having fun. The whole session felt more like just hanging out having fun rather than a "formal photography" experience. Highly recommend Emily!!"

    Kira & baby Lochie

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    "Our family is so happy with the photos and the experience we had with Emily. Would definitely recommend her for anyone looking to get a family shoot and capture special memories."

    Kate & baby Ruby

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    "Emily is an amazing photographer who captures precious moments that we will keep for a lifetime. Great communication, super personable, professional, and creates a relaxed and fun environment. Highly recommend her services."

    Nika & baby Maia

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    "Emily made the process so fun and easy, she directed us well to capture some beautiful images I will be able to cherish. She is truely talented, very personable and bubbly which made us so comfortable and her turnaround time was fantastic. Highly recommend and would use her again in a heartbeat"

    Chanel & baby Sophia

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    "My family and I had a mini session. Emily is an absolute gem. She captured some truly special moments while making the whole process so effortless and enjoyable. Great communication, efficient turn around, and easy to use platform for downloading images."

    Ashley, Kurt & Xander

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    "Highly recommend Little and Light. Emily is a superb photographer and the shots we got are beautiful! She made our session fun and laid back, and was great with our toddlers. We’ll absolutely be doing another shoot in the future."

    Harriet, Tyler, and twins Wyatt & Oliver

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