Let me capture the essence of you.


My signature women's portrait experiences.

These photoshoots are for all women. Every age and stage, every shape and size. You deserve to come on a journey of wild self acceptance and step into your exquisite and unique beauty. Come and share an experience of self-love and appreciation. Celebrate a birthday, a pregnancy, an engagement, a break-up, or any other life-defining moment with an empowering session that is all about YOU.



I'll bring the compliments and compassion, the patience and the direction. I'll hold space for you while you tap into your inner self and shine for the camera. I'll create images that make you gasp and cry, that you can adorn your walls with or share with your lover or print in a special album to be tucked away to be cherished for later days.

Photo shoots take place at a stunning outdoor location in Christchurch.

Artistic maternity silhouette photographed against mountain backdrop at dusk.
Artistic portrait in moody lighting among palm fronds and natural foliage at sunset in Christchurch.
Atmospheric Christchurch beach female portrait at sunset with waves crashing in background.
Silhouette against tall grass during golden hour with warm sepia tones in Christchurch.
Atmospheric outdoor portrait with clasped hands against a dusky forest background in Christchurch.
Ethereal portrait in a white dress against a cloudy sunset landscape in Christchurch.
Romantic outdoor portrait of woman with soft lighting and wispy clouds in the background at Christchurch beach.
Artistic woman's silhouette captured in tall grass during golden hour at Christchurch beach.
Backlit sunset woman's portrait with wildflowers creating a dreamy atmosphere at Christchurch beach.
Portrait of woman against golden sunset with soft backlighting creating a dreamy effect at Christchurch beach.
Silhouetted lady standing in shallow water at sunset with sun rays breaking through clouds at Christchurch beach.
Candid beachside woman's portrait in cozy sweater during golden hour at the ocean in Christchurch.
Artistic black and white photo of woman relaxing on wet sand at Christchurch beach.
Moody boudoir portrait in dark lighting wearing black lingerie at Christchurch beach.
Artistic black and white photo of woman playing in ocean waves at Christchurch beach.

Investment.


Self-love shoots are $745 and include 1.5 hours of shooting time, and 30 high res edited digital images to keep forever.

They also include access to my client wardrobe, my online preparation guide, and a questionnaire before our shoot to get to know you better.

Includes travel to one location within Canterbury.

Photo delivery within two weeks of your session.

+Also includes $200 print credit


*Full gallery upgrade $200


Extra time, multiple locations, and stunning professional print products and albums can be discussed as add-ons.

Get in touch today for a full info pack or to chat further about booking,

Want to book but feeling nervous?


How about booking with a friend? Or even better, a whole group of girlfriends? You can all hype each other up and support each other, I'll even bring the bubbly!

I offer discounted pricing when two or more gals book to come along together.


If you run women's retreats and want to take them to the next level you can book me to come along to your next event and provide all attendees with beautiful images of themselves. Please send me an email for an info pack!

"I did a self-love shoot with Gem and my goodness it was incredible. She is so calming, caring and just a beautiful soul. The photos are stunning and I’d recommend to anyone!"

—Charlotte

"I was part of a self-love photo shoot with Gemma. She really helped me feel confident and comfortable in front of the camera with her directions and gentle encouragement. I loved the whole process and absolutely adored the photos. I would highly recommend Gemma to anyone."

—Erin