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The happy wedding couple share another kiss as they walk down the aisle of their Tauranga celebration. Captured by Eilish Burt Photography.

Sinead & Sam’s Heartfelt Te Puna Point Retreat, Tauranga Wedding

When Sinead and Sam decided to tie the knot, they knew their wedding needed to be more than just a ceremony; it had to be an intimate and special celebration of their love that included their nearest and dearest. The beautiful couple from Australia shared a dream of bringing their families together, and what better […]

A wedding couple got married on their boat in Lake Okareka, Rotorua

A Day of Destiny and Delight: Hayley & Cam’s Lake Ōkareka, Rotorua Wedding

Beneath the big blue sky, the shores of Lake Ōkareka played host to a truly special event for an awesome couple. Hayley and Cam Janes embarked on the biggest adventure of their lives—but fate had its own quirky sense of humour! 🌊💍 Imagine this: Hayley Jones marries Cam Janes. That’s right, the universe conspired, and […]

A 3 tiered white wedding cake captured by Whakatane's Eilish Burt Photography

Discover the Top Wedding Cake Makers in the Bay of Plenty

Finding the Perfect Bay of Plenty Wedding Cake Maker Welcome to my blog about the top wedding cake makers in the Bay of Plenty! As a bride or husband-to-be, you know how important it is to find the perfect wedding cake for your special day. I’m here to help you find the best Bay of […]

The bride and groom celebrating their marriage at The Run 15 in Matata Bay Of Plenty. Captured by Eilish Burt Photography

The Run 15, Matata – Ange + James

Wrapping Up the Incredible 2023 Wedding Season at The Run 15 Matata, Bay Of Plenty As I wrap up an amazing 2022/23 wedding season at The Run 15, Matata, I am grateful for the incredible couples who allowed me to capture their love stories. Ange and James’ wedding was nothing short of incredible, and it […]

A very happy bride and groom celebrate as they just became husband and wife. Beautiful vintage wedding day in Ohope captured by Eilish Burt with a very film style.

Ohope Beach Wedding – Sophie + Glen

MY VINTAGE WEDDING PHOTOGRAPHER DREAMS!!! Do you know what the best problem is to have as a photographer?When you have too many favourites to choose from for your social media post!This was the best day documenting Sophie and Glens celebration at the families Ohope Beach property. Sophie looked absolutely breathtaking in her Brooke Tyson Ritual […]

The bride and her groom walking off the rocks at Peppers on the point in rotorua. Vintage portrait taken by Eilish Burt

Peppers On The Point Wedding, Rotorua – Dannielle + Will

A Venue That Offers A European-Feel For Your Wedding Portraits If you are looking for a venue that makes it look and feel as through you got married abroad? Then Peppers On The Point is for you. Overlooking the vast Lake Rotorua, terracotta roofs and cobble stoned pathways… among many other aspects that make this […]

same sex couple sharing their first kiss as husband and husband in Auckland by Eilish Burt Photography

Dairy Flat, Auckland Wedding – Jarrod + Simon

Embracing Change and Capturing Love in Unique Wedding Photos Planning the perfect wedding day can be a stress-inducing experience, especially when Mother Nature has other plans. In today’s blog post, I’ll be discussing the importance of adaptability when it comes to planning your wedding and the gorgeous moments captured during Jarrod and Simon’s special day. […]

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. […]