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A vintage portrait of a bride and groom sharing a kiss at the Te Tumu Estate by Eilish Burt Photography

Te Tumu Estate Wedding, Papamoa – Emma + Tipene

Wow! What a magical day! These two tied the knot on the 26th of November 2023. It was the first time I have been blessed with the sound of someones accidental fart at a Wedding and it was the most hilarious thing ever! If I included the photo of that person who’d just done it […]

Newly engaged couple after their surprise proposal on the beach of Papamoa captured by Eilish Burt Photography

Surprise Engagement Proposal, Papamoa – Jake + Kai

Picture this: You’re standing on the beautiful Papamoa Beach, the waves crashing against the shore, the wind wildly flowing through your partners hair and you get down on one knee to ask the love of your life that all-important question. Isn’t that simply the perfect setting for a surprise proposal? Speaking of surprises, do you […]

A mother and father to-be walking down the beach in Papamoa after their maternity photoshoot with Eilish Burt Photography

Maternity Photoshoot, Papamoa – Savannah, Cam + Bump

The Free Flowing Joyful Experience You Deserve Pregnancy is an incredible journey, and what better way to celebrate the beauty of it than with a one-of-a-kind maternity photoshoot? It’s a unique opportunity to capture the love, emotions, and anticipation of welcoming your little one. I recently had the pleasure of documenting a stunning maternity session […]

A mum-to-be having her maternity photoshoot in the water of Ohope by Eilish Burt Photography

Maternity Photoshoot, Ohope – Alex, Quinn + Bump

A maternity photoshoot is more than just an opportunity to capture this unique and special moment in your life. It’s a way for you to express yourself authentically and celebrate the new, life-changing journey that lies ahead. At Ohope Beach, I was fortunate enough to document a stunning maternity session for soon-to-be-parents, Alex and Quinn. […]

A maternity portrait of a pregnant woman in the dunes of Ohope Beach captured by Eilish Burt Photography

Maternity Photoshoot, Ohope – Amber, Logan + Bump

As a photographer, there’s something truly special about capturing a couple’s excitement and anticipation for their little one. Documenting maternity photo sessions, especially at beautiful locations like Ohope Beach, is an experience I truly cherish. For pregnant couples, a maternity photoshoot is a perfect way to celebrate and remember this magical time. In today’s blog, […]

A film portrait of daughter breastfeeding from her mum in Auckland by Eilish Burt Photography

Family Portrait, Auckland – Danni, June + Olive

As a parent, there is nothing better than watching your family grow and documenting each moment along the way. In this blog post, I’m going to dive into the significance of family portraits and why parks in Auckland are one of the best settings for capturing memories to last a lifetime. Why Documenting Your Family […]

A portrait of a girl riding her horse bareback in Whakatane by Eilish Burt Photography

Empowerment + Couple Portrait, Whakatane – Emmalee, James + Sparky

Embracing self empowerment is essential for boosting our self-confidence, improving our mental well-being, and celebrating our individuality. One unique and fun way to manifest this personal empowerment is through a self empowerment photo session. This blog post explores the incredible benefits of an empowering photo shoot, particularly one that revolves around a cowgirl theme, featuring […]

The Camera I Ditched For My European Adventure

Picture this: a group of excited besties embarking on a dream vacation to Greece. Sounds like the makings of Instagram-worthy memories, right? Unfortunately, as it turns out, my camera choice left a lot to be desired. I’ve put a few cameras to the test during my global travels, and there are some that have wowed […]

a natural headshot of a girl in a field by eilish burt photography

Creative And Modern Business Portraits for Women

Say goodbye to the boring old headshots in front of a white wall – those days are GONE! Let me truly show you how we can spice those beautiful portraits UP and turn them into something that is modern and creative for women in business! It takes a lot of time and energy to set […]

a couple dancing in venus captured by eilish burt photography

Planning Your Engagement Photos? Look No Further Than Eilish Burt Photography

Engagement photos are a special way to capture the love and joy of being engaged. From New Zealand to destination weddings all over the world, couples want their engagement photos to be unique and memorable. But how can they make sure that they get the most out of their engagement session? That’s where professional photographer […]