Hi, I’m Emily, a wedding photographer with experience across Australia, New Zealand, and some wonderful international destinations.
I take a calm unobtrusive approach, letting your day unfold naturally so the photos reflect real emotions and connections.
My journey began in the darkroom and art school, with studies in ceramics and fine arts, before earning a Diploma in Photography.
My weddings have been featured in print magazines including Vogue and Together Journal, and I’ve been named as New Zealand Wedding Photographer of the Year, along with multiple awards through NZIPP and AIPP.
A people watcher at heart, blending in is my superpower so that you get photos that you don't even know are being taken.
About Emily Adamson Photography
EXPERTISE
Experience you can rely on
Over 15 years of photographing weddings means I've encountered almost every situation. I bring a calm confidence to every moment and know what will be important to you in years to come.
The result: Peace of mind knowing your memories are in skilled hands.
Seeing you, not just photographing you
Learning what is important to you and then creating the space for meaningful moments to unfold. I photograph with heart, intuition, and care.
What you’ll love: Photos that feel genuine, natural, and really you.
EMPATHY
Values
TRUST
Trusting the people who are bringing your vision to life and capturing it, is vital to being able to relax and let go on the day.
Your wedding isn't cookie cutter and your priorities of the day are important to me.
Capturing your vision & authentic Moments
EXPERTISE
With over 15 years experience, I bring a blend of technical ability, artistic vision, and interpersonal skills to capture the unique emotions and moments of your wedding day, ensuring a lasting and beautiful record no matter how the day unfolds.
You're in good hands
EXPERTISE
With over 15 years experience, I bring a blend of technical ability, artistic vision, and interpersonal skills to capture the unique emotions and moments of your wedding day, ensuring a lasting and beautiful record no matter how the day unfolds.
You're in good hands
EXPERTISE
You're in good hands
FUN
A photography teacher once said to me "when you hear laughter, run to it" and I still think of that almost every wedding day! I don't take myself too seriously, and if things go off script just because its fun, I embrace it!
A relaxed and enjoyable experience
FUN
A photography teacher once said to me "when you hear laughter, run to it" and I still think of that almost every wedding day! I don't take myself too seriously, and if things go off script just because its fun, I embrace it!
A relaxed and enjoyable experience
Trust
Because this is a celebration
A photography teacher once told me, “When you hear laughter, run to it,” and I still think of that at almost every wedding. I don’t take myself too seriously, and if things go off-script just because it’s fun, I embrace it.
Why it matters: Photos that feel as joyful and alive as your day really was.
EMBRACE THE FUN
No cookie cutter
Imagine if you could just trust your photographer to always show you in the best light, never make you do anything that felt contrived, capture the most meaningful images, get to know your loved ones and encourage you to be uniquely yourself.
The best photos aren't poses you've seen from other weddings.
This gives you: The freedom to have your best day ever, knowing you’re supported and celebrated just as you are.
YU LE + SEAN
Emily's style of capturing everything felt so natural. We never felt like we had to do awkward poses.
"Felt so
natural"
GIVING BACK
We are among the truly fortunate.
That's why, for the past 15 years, I've donated an average of 3.8% of my income to charities as well as volunteering with non-profit organisations. In recent years that number has grown to nearly 4.5%, with my goal of reaching up to 10%.
Every time you choose Emily Adamson Photography, you're not just preserving memories, you're making a tangible difference in the lives of people, animals and our planet.
Together we've fed children, supported families fleeing war zones and in crisis, supported shelters and sanctuaries, rescued animals, given to emergency relief funds, planted trees and cared for the environment in New Zealand and Worldwide.
