Capturing Love, Unscripted

Motherhood. Weddings. Stolen Moments

From “I Do” to Your Baby’s First Smile

Let the lens capture the extraordinary in the ordinary, the ethereal in the mundane, and the timeless in the ephemeral. Let your artistry roam free and your images tell the tales that words cannot express.

Based in Auckland, New Zealand

Motherhood Photography

Family 
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Wedding Photography

Motherhood Portraits

Elevate your brand with portraits that make an impact. Perfect for professionals, artists, and anyone looking to add a touch of sophistication to their image.

Wedding Photography

Elevate your brand with portraits that make an impact. Perfect for professionals, artists, and anyone looking to add a touch of sophistication to their image.

Personalized Sessions

Elevate your brand with portraits that make an impact. Perfect for professionals, artists, and anyone looking to add a touch of sophistication to their image.

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Ways We Can Make Magic With You

captured, with soul

Meet Kat Vandoka

Our mission is to capture the essence of who you are with unparalleled creativity and skill. We believe that every person has a story worth telling, and our goal is to illuminate that story through striking, memorable images. Whether you’re looking for a powerful editorial shot or a candid lifestyle portrait, we craft every photo with the utmost care and precision.Our mission is to capture the essence of who you are with unparalleled creativity and skill. We believe that every person has a story worth telling, and our goal is to illuminate that story through striking, memorable images. Whether you’re looking for a powerful editorial shot or a candid lifestyle portrait, we craft every photo with the utmost care and precision.

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About the Studio

Kat and her team turned my vision into reality with incredible precision.

 Whether you’re looking for a powerful editorial shot or a candid lifestyle portrait, we craft every photo with the utmost care and precision.

Jay + Isabelle

newlyweds, Aukland NZ

Kat and her team turned my vision into reality with incredible precision.

 Whether you’re looking for a powerful editorial shot or a candid lifestyle portrait, we craft every photo with the utmost care and precision.

Jay + Isabelle

newlyweds, Aukland NZ

Kat and her team turned my vision into reality with incredible precision.

 Whether you’re looking for a powerful editorial shot or a candid lifestyle portrait, we craft every photo with the utmost care and precision.

Jay + Isabelle

newlyweds, Aukland NZ

The Process

From First Message to Final Frame

(01) Planning

After you reach out, we’ll chat about your season, your space, and what matters most. I’ll guide you through everything—no stress, no pressure.


(02) Session Day

Come as you are. I’ll gently capture your everyday magic—quiet glances, wild cuddles, honest moments—without posing or fuss.

(03) Delivery

Sneak peeks arrive within 48 hours. Your full gallery lands within 2–3 weeks, ready to download, share, and treasure. Albums + prints available, too.

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Because the stories don’t stop at the shutter click — they keep unfolding here.

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