I'm there to document your day as it naturally unfolds — the big moments, the quiet in-betweens, the nervous laughs, and everything you might have missed along the way.
I'll guide you when needed, but mostly I'm watching for the real stuff — the way it looked, the way it felt, and the people who made it yours.
A summer wedding on the Coromandel coast at Orua Beach House. For portraits we climbed down a steep cliff face to the rocks at the water’s edge — worth every step as the light dropped over Hahei.
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A sunny Wānaka wedding at Lookout Lodge, with portraits down by the lake and the mountains sitting quietly in the background. A calm afternoon with that soft South Island light.
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A wedding at home — the ceremony in the native bush behind the house, food trucks out on the lawn, and a perfectly lit field that held the last of the sunset for portraits.
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A celebration at the family bach above Ōhiwa Beach, with elevated views out over the sea and a sunset that turned the whole coastline gold.
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A warm, sunny day at Old Forest School — vows among the trees, portraits through the old grounds, and a relaxed country feel from start to finish.
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By now you've gathered my name is Daniel and I photograph weddings for a living. I'm based in Tauranga, born and raised on this coastline, so I know how to make the most of it on your day. When I'm not behind the camera you'll find me on the beaches and trails around the Mount with my wife and two kids.
What began as a hobby became a career that's taken me across New Zealand, Australia, Vanuatu and beyond — well over 100 weddings in. But there's something special about shooting here in the Bay: the light, the landscapes, the laid-back energy. It all comes through in the photos.
My style is relaxed and natural — no awkward posing, no forced smiles. I'm here for the real moments: the laugh during the speeches, the look when you first see each other, the dance-floor chaos at the end of the night.
No hidden costs — every collection is all-inclusive. Add a second photographer to any package for $500.
Ideal for intimate weddings and smaller celebrations — enough time for the ceremony, group photos and bridal party shots. Staying at the venue? I can capture prep in the hour beforehand.
Perfect for the key moments — from getting-ready and detail shots through the ceremony, portraits and into the reception. Choose pre-ceremony or evening coverage to suit your day.
Complete coverage of the whole day — getting-ready moments, the ceremony, group photos, couple portraits, and right through the reception, speeches and dance floor.
All prices are inclusive with no hidden costs. For weddings outside the Tauranga area a small travel fee may apply.
The day after your wedding I'll send through a handful of images to share with family and friends. Your full gallery is then carefully edited and delivered online within two to six weeks.
Absolutely stunning engagement and wedding photos. Daniel put so much work into our day, and the memories the photos bring are priceless. We had some laughs along the way too — he was a pleasure to have around. Thank you Daniel!
Our wedding came to life in the photos Dan took. He seamlessly blended into the background while capturing the very best moments of the day. In years to come we'll look back and feel as if it was just yesterday. If you want a photographer who truly cares, Dan is the man!
We highly recommend Daniel Jay Photography. He simply followed us around the beach at sunset and took beautiful, natural photos. Professional, fun and easy to communicate with — he and his second shooter made the whole day stress-free. Our guests even commented on how talented they were. Thank you Daniel!
A few dates remain in 2026 and 2027 for weddings across New Zealand. If this feels like your kind of photography, I'd love to hear from you.
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