From Timeless Studio Portraits to Outdoor Sessions

A personalised portrait experience, crafted for those who value legacy and beauty.

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Studio

Elegant.Empowered. Unforgettable.
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OUTDOORS

Wild. Honest. Breathtaking.
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A black and white photo of two women with a quote overlay that says, 'Every wrinkle tells a story. Every smile leaves a legacy.'

Filming crew capturing a family outdoor with a scenic mountain backdrop.

A woman in a long, dark dress standing in front of a plain wall, smiling with her head tilted back.

Two soldiers in camouflage uniforms and tactical gear, including helmets, holding rifles, standing back to back against a plain background.

Smiling woman with blonde hair wearing a black floral embroidered dress, posed in front of a gray background, with the overlaying text 'Celebrate who you are - not just what you do.'

Woman with glasses and long wavy hair smiling at the camera during a photo or video shoot, with camera equipment visible in the foreground.

A small white dog with light brown ears sitting on a brown surface against a dark background.

Smiling woman with short gray hair, wearing a blue dress and black shawl, with text overlay: "Your story matters. Your presence matters. You matter."

Six generations of women, including a baby, posing together in a family photo

A man and woman close to each other, with foreheads touching, in a tender moment. Overlayed text reads: 'You deserve to see yourself the way those who love you do.'

Family portrait of three people in traditional Indian attire, with a woman sitting and a man and another woman standing behind her, against a dark, textured backdrop.

A family of three smiling, dressed in black, sitting closely together against a dark background. An overlaying quote reads: "One day, these moments will be the most valuable thing you own."

Three women standing together, holding a framed photograph of a woman. They are smiling, with the background being a plain wall.

A woman and two boys standing on a wooded trail with two dogs, one sitting and one standing.

A woman hugging two young girls smiling, with motivational text overlayed

Black and white photo of a woman with short hair and glasses, smiling and laughing, leaning against a stand with a dark curtain background.

A smiling middle-aged couple posing for a photo, with the woman wearing a sparkly silver dress and the man in a light blue shirt, as seen through a camera's viewfinder.

Two women laughing, one with a tattooed arm, wearing a green dress, and the other in a darker green dress, against a dark brown background.

A woman painting her nails with her eyes closed, with a quote overlayed that reads 'The most beautiful thing a woman can wear is confidence.'

A woman sits on a white-covered table, smiling, while being photographed by a photographer inside a room with a mirror, a fan, and clothing in the background.

Three people are smiling and posing for a photo, with one holding a camera. The woman in the yellow dress has tattoos on her arms and is laughing.

A man carrying a young girl on his shoulders outdoors, both smiling and playing, with trees and cloudy sky in the background.

Two women posing for a photo in front of a black wall, one with long blonde hair and a black dress, and the other with short gray hair and glasses, holding hands.

A woman and two boys standing on a forest trail with two dogs, surrounded by trees and foliage.

Your story, your session

We can’t wait to hear from you! Whether you have questions, are ready to book, or have received a gift voucher, we’ll guide you every step of the way. Call, email, or fill out our enquiry form, and we’ll personally call you back to understand exactly what you’re looking for and send our “Welcome to Sarahlee Studio” email with all the details you need, so you can start feeling excited about your session.
A few weeks before your shoot, you’ll join me in the studio (or via video call) for a relaxed consultation. Together, we’ll explore wardrobe options, your favourite images, and how you’d like your portraits to feel. You’ll leave with a clear plan, a prep guide, and plenty of inspiration, feeling confident and excited for the big day.
On the day, we take care of everything so you can relax and enjoy the experience. we’ll guide you gently through poses and expressions, helping even the most camera-shy clients feel comfortable, confident, and radiant. By the end, you’ll be amazed at how beautiful you and your images are.
After your session, we work our magic behind the scenes, carefully editing and retouching your portraits to perfection. If you have specific requests, we make them happen. Then we handcraft your products, from silver halide prints and fine art photographic prints to bespoke frames, partnering with Queensberry right her in NZ for museum-quality prints with a 75+ year lifetime guarantee. Your portraits aren’t just images; they’re treasured memories to pass down with love.
After your session, you’ll see your portraits for the first time in a private, stress-free viewing. Together, we’ll explore Prints, Albums, and Folio Boxes, helping you choose what feels right for your home and your heart. Once you’ve made your selections, payment (or layby) is finalised at this appointment. Then, we craft your portraits with care, whether prints, albums, or frames, so each piece becomes a lasting memory you’ll treasure forever.

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“If you want your story told not just as a picture, but as a living narrative captured with heart and soul, I wholeheartedly recommend Sarahlee Studio. Their work goes beyond photography, it’s an intimate art of honouring the human experience"

~ Vincent

AWARD-WINNING NORTHLAND portrait PHOTOGRAPHY

Our connection to Northland runs deep. Over the years, we’ve had the joy of photographing generations of families, individuals, and couples from all across Whangārei, Kaipara and the Far North. Whether we’re in the studio crafting timeless portraits or out exploring the natural beauty of your favourite locations, our goal is always the same – to capture who you are and who you love.

About us

Four women, including an elderly woman, are gathered around a camera, looking at the photos and smiling.

Gold award badge for the 2024 IRIS Awards, Auckland Regional Professional Photographer of the Year, presented by Sony.

Black and white portrait of a woman with short curly hair, wearing glasses, a t-shirt draped over her shoulder, and loose trousers, standing against a plain background with a gold award badge in the top right corner.

A person with tattoos on their face and body, wearing a white, textured, torn fabric garment, and a large, white feather earring, posing against a brown background.

A fairy-like woman with long white hair, fairy wings, and a crown, holding a flower, lying on a light background.

Person with a floral crown and painted face holding a chicken, with a pigeon on shoulder, against a gray background

Silver award medallion from the 2023 IRIS Awards for the NZIPP Iris Professional Photography Album.

People sitting in a dark room watching a presentation on a screen

A man dressed in a white suit with red accents, wearing a wide-brimmed hat with a red flower, and a cape made of feathers and patterned fabric, holding a carved white object, standing against a textured brown background.

Green and black badge for Australian Photographic Prize 2023, semi-finalist in digital photographer category, featuring a camera icon and laurel wreath

A woman standing in front of a classroom giving a presentation, with three people seated in the foreground. There are photos of women on display on the table and background.

A collage of three images featuring mature women. The first shows a young child in a fur-lined hood blowing bubbles with a bubble wand. The second is a woman with red hair lying on a bed, looking directly at the camera with her hands on her chest. Th

Award badge for the Australian Photographic Prize 2023, indicating finalist status in photographic arts.

A woman in a blue dress holding a framed award certificate and a unique wooden trophy at the Westpac Northland Business Excellence Awards.

A person walking alone down a dirt path in a rural area, surrounded by trees and hills in the background, in black and white.

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