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08/11/2024

Jordyn and Jason got married last season and I loved creating some special memories then with them, the kids and a few (like...umm...maybe 9??!!) of the pooches. But it was a FULL ON and fast day. So how cool for me that they came back for a mini session last week and I got to play some more.

I always want my family portraits to remind parents of the joy of raising a young family. The time goes so fast, and is 95% BLOODY HARD WORK. Documenting the 5% for posterity is what really brings me joy.

I'm not scheduling (many) family portrait sessions these days but might do a few more groups of mini-sessions. If this is something you'd like to know about in future please DM me your email address or pop it in the comments and I'll add you on a list :)
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06/11/2024

"If you love something, let it go. If it comes back, it's yours forever."

How true these wise words turned out to be for Jacqui and Bob, who were married for 20 years, raised two beautiful daughters, decided to divorce but then fell in love all over again 20 years later. It was one of the most special moments of my very long career as a wedding photographer to see the overwhelming love in this couple's eyes as Jacqui walked down the aisle towards Bob for the second time in her life.

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29/10/2024

The first of my little spring wildflower fairies. Skye lives at the end of the street and has been one of my son’s best buddies since they were babies. As a mother of boys, I borrow her now and again when the urge to plait hair or paint nails calls. And keeping it in the family, her nana grows all my Gazania daisies so all I have to do is plant them. Which is actually no mean feat…250 last weekend alone but slowly my coastal rejuvenation project is taking shape year on year and it’s cool to have a reason to take photos there (and next door which is way cooler and totally wild). I’m thinking about another mini-session ‘session’ soon so if you’re interested please DM or email me and I’ll let you know if I organise something.
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23/10/2024

Me, my BFF, my iPhone and . Three amazing days and an incredible way to connect with what’s best about life in NZ.

15/10/2024

So who else out there totally buzzes out on paddocks of overgrown wildflowers and sea breezes? For the past couple of weeks I’ve been in my absolute happy place starting each morning with a walk among the coastal poppies, daisies and Red Valerian that fight for space all around my Bay View studio. I don’t normally do mini sessions and I’ve actually stoped family shoots all together (for now) so if you’ve been meaning to have a family or couple shoot with me but have never got around to it or perhaps not had the budget for a dedicated session, THIS SATURDAY is for you! Eight sessions only (well 7 since I asked my friend if she thought this was a good idea lol). DM to reserve your time slot.

15/10/2024

This time of year I start every morning walking my sausage dog through the wildflowers that take over the coastal pathways of Bay View and I am constantly smiling. To me, they are nature at its absolute best. I’ve actually stopped doing family photography for now (sorry…I should have probably said!) and I’ve never done mini sessions before…but this show from Mother Nature is just too good to keep to myself so THIS SATURDAY ONLY I’ve decided to schedule 8 mini session slots (well one went the moment I asked my friend if she thought this was a good idea) for any families and couples who love my style but have never been quite organised or had the budget to have a dedicated shoot with me. The weather is looking lovely so first in, first served. Send me a message with your preferred time or tag someone you know who would love this.

22/09/2024

Long time no see! I’ve been very low key on my social media channels lately as it’s been a really busy time building websites for my other business, .web.design, during the quieter photography months for me.
Fortunately the sites (in construction and childcare) have involved lots of photography, because bringing together my skill set of web design, photography and writing is my favourite thing to do.
But I’ll be back in the swing of posting fresh wedding content here as my season officially kicks off this coming weekend. I can’t wait!

PS I’m also going to try a lot harder to front my business. I spend my life photographing other people but tbh I don’t really enjoy it when it’s my turn. Fortunately the lovely Suzy at made it easy for me!

19/08/2024

Take me back there! Everything (and I mean EVERYTHING) about Angus and Brittany's wedding at The Old Church was what I’d want if I got to do a wedding do-over myself. If you’re thinking about getting hitched, SEE THE FULL BLOG FIRST and hear from Brittany all about how to do a day, her way: https://www.evabradley.co.nz/blog/weddings-at-the-old-church-napier

30/07/2024

Happy vibes editing today.

29/07/2024

All the good vibes were wrapped up into one short but very sweet mid-winter backyard wedding recently.

Only 17.5 guests (is the baby bump a guest?) and a happy ending for the lovely Britt, who I’ve had the pleasure of shooting and getting to know in my commercial photography capacity over the years. A pregnant bride with those sexy librarian specs (plus spunky groom, Dion) was such a fun combo. I did a quick edit to get a bunch of highlights back to them for their baby shower / surprise wedding announcement the very next day.
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26/07/2024

This was a fun commercial job…a staged video drone shoot of the demolition of the A&P Showgrounds grandstand from start to finish.

10/07/2024

A little bit of Ange and Steve to brighten up your mid-week scrolling vibes.

05/07/2024

A fav from my last blog I forgot to post. This was one tiny part of a second when everyone was (almost) doing what they were supposed to! 🤣

27/05/2024

If you've ever had babies or fur-babies or heard the saying 'never work with children and animals', you are going to absolutely LOVE Jordyn and Jason's wedding, just landed on the blog. Check it out!
https://www.evabradley.co.nz/blog/dogs-at-hawkes-bay-weddings

09/05/2024

Uncles. Corrupting kids since forever. .

30/04/2024

Me again! Back in your newsfeed after a few months of can’t-be-bothered-posting.

24/03/2024

A few more golden frames from Cam and Rachael's wedding at Backpaddock Lakes www.evabradley.co.nz

20/03/2024

Way too much fun had recently at Cam and Rachael's (very!) country wedding at Backpaddock Lakes
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This was a fun commercial job…a staged video drone shoot of the demolition of the A&P Showgrounds grandstand from start to finish.

Even though we all mostly work ‘alone’, the Hawke’s Bay wedding industry is actually just one extended work family, all passionate creatives who live for the next hit to be had from that crazy little thing called love. Stay tuned for the images from our wild flowerbomb styled shoot. www.evabradley.co.nz

I was stoked to be a small part of an event that will make such a big difference in the lives of young NZers in desperate need of support for their mental health. Mike King made a very good point when he spoke at the event organised by Greg at Valley D Vine last Friday… current mental health services aren’t just underfunded, they are only available when young people are at the bottom of the cliff, and for many this can be too little, too late. The $170k raised for I AM HOPE will go directly to funding counseling sessions for kids when they need it, not after. And regardless of where they sit in the stats surrounding poverty and race. Mental health struggles affect all parts of our community. If you want to add to this campaign please do - every cent counts. And if you want to download images from the night follow this link: https://www.evabradley.co.nz/iamhope

Blink and you’ll miss me…I’m very briefly in front of the lens today instead of behind it to say a little hello. I’m grateful that most of you have been followers for ages, but for those who are new to me and my work, thanks for your interest and I hope seeing some of the images I create for people gives you the tiniest taste of the joy I feel creating them in the first place. If you want to know a little more about the ‘why’ of Eva Bradley Photography, it’s all on the ‘about’ page of my website - https://www.evabradley.co.nz/about-us

Here comes Hayley!

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