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A mother and child lean over a tranquil lily pond surrounded by lush tropical greenery in a botanical garden.

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A romantic couple shares tender kisses and embraces on the grand stone steps of a historic building with columns.

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A serene woman with closed eyes rests peacefully against soft beige fabric in natural light.

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Samantha the person behind the lens for The Unfolded Memoir.

Hi! I'm Samantha

the person behind the lens

a wedding, maternity, and whānau photographer based in Auckland. My work focuses on capturing genuine moments and raw emotion in a way that feels timeless and cinematic. I love using soft, natural light and neutral tones to create images that are warm, intimate, and effortlessly elegant.

Each session is more than just pictures, it’s about telling your story in a way that feels authentic, emotional, and beautiful. From the quiet laughter between family members to the tender glances in a wedding day, I aim to preserve memories you’ll cherish for a lifetime.


My style blends documentary storytelling with artistic, film-inspired imagery, creating photos that feel like they’ve stepped out of a storybook. Whether it’s capturing the joy of a family session, the love of a couple, or the magic of maternity, my goal is to make each image honest, heartfelt, and visually striking.

A series of artistic portraits showing a person with closed eyes and flowing beige fabric creating an ethereal mood.
A woman in a black dress poses against a rocky cliff wall in an artistic outdoor photoshoot.
A couple in white outfits walks along a scenic beach shoreline with dramatic cloudy skies above.
A series of candid photos showing a child in a pink dress playing and being held outdoors among greenery.
A series of playful moments between parent and child with lifting and hugging.

Clients say

All relationships are built on trust and common values. I want us to connect.

 

 

Omg they are beautiful thank you so much!

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Danielle & Whānau

 

Pt Chev Beach

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