Wedding, commercial, and family photography in Nelson, New Zealand.

My motto? ‘Real life, captured beautifully’

Two grooms laughing on a beach as they hold hands, clearly full of joy after their wedding. In black and white

A bride and groom share an embrace under a tree by Nelson Cathedral

A couple on their engagement shoot kiss in the waves at Rabbit Island/Moturoa

A bride and groom saying their vows at cable bay near Nelson. She looks demurely down

Two brothers hug each other as the smile at the camera

A bride and groom laugh as they share an embrace on a balcony at founders park

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a bride and her bridesmaids laugh as they compete to win a bottle of prosecco

Hi!

I’m Francesca, an award-winning photographer based in Nelson, New Zealand. Focusing on documentary-style photography I’m all about capturing the genuine emotion behind the wow moments in your life.

From weddings and family portraits to commercial content for your brand, I am well-versed at telling all kinds of stories. And I even make having your picture taken FUN!

So if you're looking for a photographer to capture photos that are as unique as you are, you’ve come to the right place.

Get to know me

I will be on maternity leave from mid-September 2024 and won’t be taking any bookings until after March 21st 2025.

What I do.

Weddings

Gorgeously bespoke. Totally ‘you’. I capture your big day your way.

Portraits

Genuine smiles. Natural takes. Let’s honour your connection to the people that matter most.

Commercial

Engaging concepts. Expert content. It’s time to grow your business.

Empowerment

Boudoir photography reimagined, honouring you and your body exactly as you are.

“Matt hates having his picture taken, you’ve been the only photographer I’ve ever seen get a photo of him we both love! ”

- Alex B
“I cannot recommend Francesca enough, booking you for our wedding was the best decision we could've made, spending the day with you was so much fun and so easy and omg the photos! They are so amazing I can't even find the words, we are so grateful for your work and your talent. Thank you so much!”

— Sarah
“A good photographer is able to capture a moment so that when you look at the photo you remember what it felt like to be in that moment. This is exactly what Francesca does.”

- Amanda
"The happiest day of our lives made extra wonderful and special with Francesca. She is such a talent and made us feel so comfortable. My wife and I were in hysterics with her joking around and she understood the vibe we were going for to capture our wedding which was fun, inclusive and happy. Book her and you will be eternally grateful with you beautiful photos. Shes a gem!"

— Gemma
“I have never felt more comfortable being on the other side of a camera. Francesca has a true talent for photography and knows how to make the process fun and comfortable that results in the most treasured photos”

- Megan
"Francesca is a wonder, amazingly talented, warm and funny all in one. I was asking for the impossible, professionally taken and edited photographs to submit to an agency for my 16- year- old daughter within a very short time frame. Francesca took the most beautiful photographs that captured Sami, bathing her in a natural perfect light and poise. Francesca is a delight, she goes above and beyond for her clients with a smile and immeasurable talent and passion for her craft. Thank you Francesca xx"

- Imogen