Portrait, Family, Pet & Graduation Photography in Auckland

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Auckland specialty photography & videography sessions: family portraits, couples sessions, pet photography & graduation portraits.

Family, couples, pet and graduation sessions: four intimate ways to capture the moments between the big ones. Fixed prices from $390, or a custom quote for something special.

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Family portraits ◆ Couples Session ◆ Pet photography ◆ Graduation portraits ◆ Maternity stories ◆ Memorial sessions ◆ Brand portraits ◆ Adoption stories ◆ Bespoke sessions ◆ Outdoor sessions ◆ Studio sessions ◆ Family portraits ◆ Couples Session ◆ Pet photography ◆ Graduation portraits ◆ Maternity stories ◆ Memorial sessions ◆ Brand portraits ◆ Adoption stories ◆ Bespoke sessions ◆ Outdoor sessions ◆ Studio sessions ◆

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Why Choose Vantirra

One studio.
Two specialists.
Built for the story.

Based in Auckland, available for sessions across New Zealand and beyond. Every session starts with a conversation. We take the time to understand who is in front of the camera and what you want to remember, then build the shoot around that.

Every moment captured, nothing missed.

A session moves faster than you expect. A look between you, a kid mid-laugh, a dog that finally sits still. They happen in seconds and they don't repeat. Our team anticipates these moments before they happen, so nothing slips through the cracks.
Quality you can see the difference in.

We don't just turn up and start shooting. Every session is approached with a filmmaker's eye: intentional framing, cinematic colour grading, and storytelling that makes your final gallery feel like something you'd want to look at again.
A service built around you, not a template.

We don't offer one-size-fits-all packages. Before every shoot we take real time to understand your vision, your story, and what matters most, then build our entire approach around that.
Easy from start to finish.

From your first enquiry to final delivery, working with Vantirra is designed to feel effortless. We're responsive, organised, and your gallery lands within a week, because you've waited long enough.

Frequently Asked

Answers to the things everyone wonders.

Family portraits, couples sessions, pet sessions, graduation portraits. Here are the questions we hear most often.

Four signature sessions: family portraits and couples sessions at $550 including GST, and pet photography and graduation portraits at $390 including GST. Every session includes at least 50 fully edited images.

We shoot on location: at your home, a favourite park, or anywhere meaningful to you. We can also recommend Auckland locations based on your style, light, and timing.

Family and couples sessions run 90 minutes. Pet and graduation sessions run 60 minutes, which keeps things relaxed and suits most animals (and graduation days) better. If you need longer, just ask when you get in touch.

Absolutely. We’ve photographed dogs and cats, and we work at your pet’s pace, in a familiar environment if possible, and bring treats and patience.

Yes, many clients book a hybrid session to capture both family moments and a couples portrait in the same shoot.

Reach out with a few details about what you have in mind. We’ll confirm the details within 48 hours and lock the date with a 25% deposit and a digital contract.

Every specialty session delivers at least 50 fully edited high-resolution images, usually more. RAW files are available upon request.

Final galleries are delivered within 1 week of the session. Sneak peeks usually land within 48 hours.

Yes, we can add printed albums, fine-art prints, or framed pieces to any session. Pricing depends on size and finish.

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Portrait, Family, Pet & Graduation Photography in Auckland

More ways
to tell your
story.

Auckland specialty photography & videography sessions: family portraits, couples sessions, pet photography & graduation portraits.

Let's make
something worth
keeping.

One studio.
Two specialists.
Built for the story.

Every moment captured, nothing missed.

Quality you can see the difference in.

A service built around you, not a template.

Easy from start to finish.