‘Splendour’ is all about sunny days, pastel sunsets and the parts of life that spark joy (here’s looking at you, ice cream cone!). At Splendour Visuals, our wedding and elopement photography experiences are designed to capture that brilliance, from Wanaka to Queenstown and all over New Zealand.
‘Splendour’ is all about sunny days, pastel sunsets and the parts of life that spark joy (here’s looking at you, ice cream cone!). At Splendour Visuals, our wedding and elopement photography experiences are designed to capture that brilliance, from Wanaka to Queenstown and all over New Zealand.
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Splendour Visuals is a Wanaka photographer & videography studio specialising in documentary-style wedding and elopements. Choose from digital or analogue or a mix of both to capture the full scope of your story in mixed mediums. You know – the big picture stuff!
It’s your day. Let’s make it look like you.
We've got a massive soft spot for analogue photography - its perfectly imperfect qualities and all the feels of nostalgic, make it forever a win in our books! There’s an organic quality to this medium that adds an extra layer of authenticity and wonder to each image, making a memorable statement in your photo album.
A collection of our Fav Film
Need help showcasing the essence of your brand or project? We’ll lend an eye to focus on the finer details and sling our signature artistic approach to craft a story that captivates and excites your audience.
Commercial, Lifestyle & Brands
A moody, romantic and intimate wedding at Rippon Wanaka — vibrant florals, candlelight, and heartfelt moments captured in the Southern Alps.
Intimate Wedding at Rippon Wanaka | Tamara & Jason
This insanely stunning Lake Erskine heli elopement with Victoria & Jossi Wells blew our socks off – simple, elegant romance amidst the beautiful Fiordlands, NZ.
Lake Erskine Heli Elopement – Victoria & Jossi
Georgia & Todd’s Lake Hāwea Station wedding at The Hide was a festival-inspired celebration under a sailcloth marquee. A stunning day filled with love, mountains & a night of dancing to the Sweet Mix Kids, in one of New Zealand’s most breathtaking locations.
Lake Hawea Station Wedding – The Hide – Georgia & Todd
Madeleine and Sam threw their engagement party at The Barrel Room of Ayrburn in Arrowtown, with some of their tight-knit New Zealand crew. Surrounded by the stunning gardens and views of this impeccable estate.
Ayrburn, The Barrel Room | Arrowtown
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If you’ve found your way here & our work speaks to you, chances are we might just be a good match! Whether your wedding is set in Wanaka, Queenstown or somewhere further afield, we’d be delighted to capture it with the care, intention and the artistry it deserves. Tell us more about your plans using the form provided — we can’t wait to hear what you’re envisioning. Cheers! Kate & Ned
If you’ve found your way here and our work speaks to you, chances are we might just be a good match. Whether it’s a branding session, couples or engagement shoot, a family gathering, or something a little outside the box — I’d be honoured to capture it with the same care, creativity, and intention we bring to every story. Share what you’ve got in mind using the form below — I’d love to hear what you’re planning. Cheers! Kate
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Testimonials
"To say we are obsessed with the photos from ouR day is an absolute understatement!"
"Kate - you are an absolute superstar! To say we are obsessed with the photos from our day is an absolute understatement. You also brought the perfect mix of chill, professionalism and hype gal to the role - it was like having a friend there with us! Thank you for taking on the task the whole bridal party to Alta Tarns - we got it done and the images are incredible! Cannot thank you enough for how grateful we are that you captured our day so perfectly."
"The Best decision we made out of all of the decisions for our big day"
"Having Kate as our wedding photographer was probably the best decision we made out of all the decisions for our big day. Her communication before the event put us at such ease and on the day she was the most fabulous presence and made everything relaxing and enjoyable. Our photos are also just so special and we look forward to treasuring them forever - we were truly blown away by how good they are!"
"your photos truly captured the heart and soul of our wedding day"
"Kate has this incredible gift of capturing each and every special moment of your day in a way that makes you want to relive it all over again. Beyond pure skill and talent, which she certainly has plenty of, she adds her own brand of sensitivity, personality, and fun that not only translates into the photos but also makes her an awesome person to be around. Kate - your photos truly captured the heart and soul of our wedding day. We can't think you enough"