this is your day, your time to do things in the way that warms your heart and brings
you joy we are here to capture just that, to freeze this moment in time, for you to cherish forever. We specialise in intimate occasions and elopements, working closely with our couples to ensure your day is captured in a way that is meaningful to you.
Every frame we shoot is intentional, filled
with an emotional depth that goes beyond aesthetics. Shooting predominantly on film, Zara captures a nostalgia that resonates deeply, leaving her clients with imagery that feels timeless and
alive.
services
Our packages begin around $5500, however we custom quote accordingly for multi day events, elopements + intimate gatherings.
For our couples & engagement packages, fill out our contact page for more information.
this is your day, your time to do things in the way that warms your heart and bringsyou joy we are here to capture just that, to freeze this moment in time, for you to cherish forever. We specialise in intimate occasions and elopements, working closely with our couples to ensure your day is captured in a way that is meaningful to you.
Every frame we shoot is intentional, filled
with an emotional depth that goes beyond aesthetics. Shooting predominantly on film, Zara captures a nostalgia that resonates deeply, leaving her clients with imagery that feels timeless and
alive.
+ 3-10 rolls of 16mm captured throughout the day
+ 2-5+ min long highlights edit (super 8 only)
+ 1-2 min short highlights edit (super 8 only)
+ Postcard short scene cuts from throughout the day
+ All un-cut footage supplied with final delivery
+ Your choice of music
+ 2 rounds of revisions
+ Your day captured on 35mm & Medium Format film
+ Digital to supplement your film photos
+ Online gallery for easy sharing, download and an online store with a range of prints, zines or albums
+ Our comprehensive wedding & elopement guide
+ High resolution images ready for print
+ Pre planning creative sessions and timeline guidance
+ Second photographer to capture digital photos while I focus on film (package 1)
our packages
2 to 10+ hours
2 to 10+ hours
Film + Digital Hybrid Packages
16mm & Super 8 Motion Picture Films
Kate & Nick
You are incredible!! These are absolutely amazing—we love them so much. The way you captured the day, the setting, the lighting. It's all so perfect. And I feel really beautiful in them - and as someone who usually hates photos of myself, these are so special to me.
We truly can’t thank you enough. Your work is one of the absolute highlights of the day. We want to share how wonderful you are with the rest of the world!
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Peter & Claude
ZARA.. They are so so so so beyond stunning in every way. You are truly a master of both analogue and digital! We can’t believe that’s us in those pictures. The amount of times I literally gasped looking through them..Speechless.
We are so so lucky to have you! We put a lot of time & energy into our wedding and you really just made every single detail shine like we could have never have realistically hoped for, our dreams have come true. I could honestly cry.
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Olivia & Matt
Z.S. , you were perfect! Literally no notes. It was so fun to have you around, and even better that you captured the moments so beautifully and thoughtfully, both the small and the big ones. Our photos are everything we wanted, I love them and so does Matt - and I don't know if you could tell but he's not someone that loves having photos of himself taken (I AM, LOVED EVERY CLICK haha) so that's really awesome!
Thank you so much for all your hard work, the heart and soul poured into the photos is evident. So happy we chose you!
P.S. Granny Susie has been absolutely raving about you to me since the wedding.
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Mads & Rhys
Zara is the best in the business. I am not sure how to convey how wonderful and seamless she made our wedding day. My husband and I are not big fans of getting our photos taken but we had so much fun creating magic with Zara. She was such a perfect addition to our wedding day and I would’ve chosen our wedding date based on her availability! Thank you Zara for giving us the gift of our photos, we will treasure them forever.
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Taylor & Nathaniel
Zara is our dream photographer! She is down to earth and just an amazing human to work with - she's honestly so lovely. Zara's work really speaks for itself, our photos turned out more beautiful than we ever could have imagined and she made it so easy to be in front of the camera. I'm usually terrible at having my photo taken but she just made it such a natural and fun experience.
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Lizzie & Conner
Omg every single one of these is the best photo ever! We really can’t thank you enough for capturing our day so beautifully <3 all the best mems we get to keep forever. You were the MVP and such a delight, so many family and friends have commented how wonderful you were and how much we all love the photos so once again a huge THANK YOUUU!
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Prints, Zines & Albums all available to add on before or after your day from the easy to use store attached to your gallery. I absolutely love seeing your images come to life in your home and all of your favourite places.
Albums, Zines & Prints
I love how Instax Wide looks and feels and I’d be more than happy to capture this during your day too. I will scan a digital copy for your and then return the originals to you so you can display them in your home!
Instax Wide
iPhone videos are amazing and offer another unique perspective and style of documentation. We can capture your day on an iPhone and have all the content ready for you in a dropbox within 24 hours.
iPhone Video Content
Included in Package One, a second eye, someone to capture your day on digital while I focus on film. The best of both worlds! Especially great during the parts of the day where things are fast paced.
Digital Shooter
As much as I'd love to clone myself and be in two spots at once, it's a lot easier to get extra coverage, different angles and perspectives if you choose to have a second shooter on the day.
Second Shooter
Travel costs include return flights, accommodation and a rental car when required. Check out any of my bucket list locations on my FAQ.
Travel Costs
If you already know you love the feel of medium format and would prefer this shot rather than 35mm we can add on a medium format only service. 6x7 format allows 10 photos per roll and 6x4.5, 16 photos - meaning more rolls will need to be added to capture your day in full.
Medium Format Only
For the boat party the night before, your rehearsal dinner or post wedding pool hang, you can book additional hours, full days or half days including additional film hours to capture those extra moments.
Additional Hours or Days
I’m lucky to be able to work together with my other half, Jared who will capture your day on 16mm. Our 16mm videos are an intentionally shot highlight of postcards from your day with a song of your choice.
16mm
optional add ons
Frequently Asked Questions
Do you shoot 35mm and Medium Format for weddings?
Yes! I use 35mm film and Medium Format/120 film. I have a 6x7 format camera and 6x4.5 and use both on a wedding day.
What is your photography style?
I specialise in documentary captured like a guest with a camera, mixed with some curated editorial/creative moments, guiding you when you need it but mainly letting the day unfold naturally and organically. My approach is to capture natural moments while also ensuring we get the important portraits and family photos.
How does 16mm and Super 8 work?
Created in 1923 16mm is a beautiful medium, best described as a step up from Super 8 in an incomparable way. 16mm captures more detail and the camera we capture these films on is the best you can find, more stable than the Super 8 counterparts, it's a true workhorse made for film making. 16mm is great for short postcard cinematic cuts from your day as well as curated highlight captures of important moments throughout your day. Super 8 was made as a more accessible and affordable medium in 1965 for home movies, this film is great for longer highlights of your day.
Both 16mm and Super 8 DO NOT record sound. VHS or Camcorder may be a good option if you'd like some sound recordings from your day which are both available to book.
What video options do you offer?
How much film do you shoot?
Film will be my priority and focus for the day. Your final gallery will show film images across the entire day - there is usually a 50/50 split of film and digital photos.
Is there any benefit to do pre or post wedding pictures?
When possible we can capture couple photos without cutting into your time with friends and family on the big day. It also gives us the flexibility to head to a beautiful location and take advantage of the best lighting at sunset, or even sunrise. If we have a shoot beforehand, it will help you feel more comfortable in front of the camera and can be a fun experience with loved ones, like during a rehearsal dinner on a catamaran.
If you’re wanting some more creative images, creativity takes time. While I’ll make the most of the time we have on your wedding day, having more time allows us to slow down and truly enjoy the process. If you're feeling rushed or stressed, squeezing photos into a tight window isn't ideal.
Booking an engagement session is also a great way to feel more comfortable in front of the camera ahead of your wedding day.
Do you work with a second photographer?
Yes, I offer the option to include a second photographer in some of my packages. A second photographer helps capture different angles and moments, especially during larger weddings or when events happen simultaneously. Usually I will work with my partner Jared, if he isn’t shooting 16mm for your day already.
How do we book you?
Please fill out my contact form and let me know as much detail and info as possible + check with my availability. If the stars align, I like to meet in person or via video call to make sure we will be a good fit. Following our catch up, I’ll send over a contract and invoice for the date retainer. Your date is locked in once the contract is signed and the date retainer is received.
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