Irena Cima Photography

Irena Cima Photography I am Irena and this is a rather short story of how I became a photographer. In 2019 I came to New Zealand to stay.

I am a professional portrait photographer based on Waiheke Island, New Zealand, specialising in studio photoshoots for women, and also capturing milestone moments for couples, families and maternity. Just shortly after finishing university in 2013, I left my home country Latvia to start the journey of a lifetime. I travelled the world with my husband, volunteering and working various jobs along th

e way to pay for the next trip. My photography journey started during my travels. I bought my first DSLR camera in 2016, and that’s when I developed a passion for capturing moments. As my heart always belonged to nature, my first years' main focus was landscape and travel photography. But then lockdowns happened and while sitting at home I focused on developing my skills further and expanding my knowledge by attending multiple online courses, doing lots of practice, reading and learning. Now I am a freelance photographer with a focus on couple/maternity/newborn/family photoshoots. Sessions with me are relaxed, natural and also fun! I love a good laugh with my clients and am happy to see them enjoying the session despite majority of them being camera shy. The most important moment for me is to capture the connection between them. I also do brand photography as well as events - big or small. My ideal client would be nature conscious by leading the business towards sustainable practices. I still continue capturing nature when I travel. From my landscape images, I have created a project where I create free phone wallpapers with beautiful New Zealand sceneries. You can find those in Highlights on my Instagram account .photography

When your dog is family, they're definitely part of the family photoshoot!
08/04/2026

When your dog is family, they're definitely part of the family photoshoot!

I have heard from some of mums that they feel like booking a family photoshoot feels a lot of effort.
“What if the kids ...
11/03/2026

I have heard from some of mums that they feel like booking a family photoshoot feels a lot of effort.

“What if the kids don’t cooperate?”
“I never like how I look in photos.”
“We’re too busy right now.”

Do you feel similar?

But here’s the thing: that perfect moment when you all will be ready might not even come, life is busy and it will be. A photoshoot is your chance to step off autopilot and CELEBRATE where you are right now.

The chaos, the cuddles, the in-between moments. You don’t need a perfectly coordinated wardrobe or staged smiles. Just show up. I’ll gently guide you, meet your kids where they’re at, and create space for connection.

You’ll walk away with more than pretty pictures. You’ll have honest, heartfelt portraits that remind you of your love, your bond, and this beautifully imperfect chapter of life.

📸 Ready to capture your family’s story? DM to book your session.

Thank you Sandra for allowing me to step into your home and capture your beautiful family! ❤️

Auckland family photographer, Indoor photoshoot, Kids, real-life moments, natural setting, home session


Proud of her! For pursuing her goals and working hard to make them a reality ✨ Another milestone reached, more to go! Al...
04/03/2026

Proud of her! For pursuing her goals and working hard to make them a reality ✨

Another milestone reached, more to go! Always in your corner, Nicole! And you got that amazing man by your side too, a dream couple!

Graduation photoshoot
Auckland milestone photographer
Couple goals

The journey to parenthood is so beautiful. I'm grateful to be a part of it and capture this special chapter.A maternity ...
16/02/2026

The journey to parenthood is so beautiful. I'm grateful to be a part of it and capture this special chapter.

A maternity photoshoot is always extra sentimental, because your baby will be in your belly just for a very short moment. Celebrate that moment with a picture!

Whether it’s on the beach or tucked away in the bush, you’ll get photos that feel natural, a bit cheeky, and very much yours.

Hello there! Thanks for checking out my service post! I’m Irena, a creative soul who loves helping busy women slow down,...
09/02/2026

Hello there!
Thanks for checking out my service post!

I’m Irena, a creative soul who loves helping busy women slow down, reconnect with themselves, and share meaningful moments with their people through photography.

I value personal journeys and love creating lasting memories through soulful photography. At the heart of my work is a deep respect for women, placing them at the centre of every session, whether it’s a couples photoshoot, maternity, family, or in-studio portrait session.

My goal is to bring out the confidence, femininity, and self-appreciation in every woman I photograph because you deserve it!

Let’s connect and create beautiful images together!

DM or flick me an email to [email protected]

Life gets busy… I get it. But it also moves fast.Sometimes it feels like you blink and the year’s already gone. But that...
09/02/2026

Life gets busy… I get it. But it also moves fast.

Sometimes it feels like you blink and the year’s already gone. But that’s exactly why it’s worth pausing to CELEBRATE the moments that matter - a growing bump, an engagement, anniversary or your kids heading off on their next adventure.

And if you are mum-to-be, the photoshoot is extra sentimental, because your baby will be in your belly just for a very short moment. Celebrate that moment with a picture!
Whether it’s on the beach or tucked away in the bush, you’ll get photos that feel natural, a bit cheeky, and very much yours.

Your WHY will shape your experience:
✨ Celebrating an anniversary?
✨ Freshly engaged? Congrats!
✨ Expecting a baby?
✨ Want professional photos of the two of you?
✨ Kids leaving the nest?
✨ Ready to finally fill those empty frames at home?
✨ Simply want some uninterrupted time together?

Let’s make it happen!

Thanks for popping onto my little corner of the internet. 🙋🏼‍♀️Whether you’ve just found me or followed along for some t...
09/02/2026

Thanks for popping onto my little corner of the internet. 🙋🏼‍♀️

Whether you’ve just found me or followed along for some time, I’m grateful you’re here.

Here are a few facts you might not know about me, I thought it would be useful to share because you are not only booking a person who presses buttons on a camera - you are booking a personality too :)

✨Feel free to say hi. I’d love to get to know you too.

Having a professional photoshoot is simpler than you think! Whether it’s your engagement, anniversary, pregnancy or fami...
09/02/2026

Having a professional photoshoot is simpler than you think!

Whether it’s your engagement, anniversary, pregnancy or family session, I will guide you through the process for a seamless and stress-free experience, all you need to do is relax and trust the process!
Think of a photoshoot as a celebration of your life moment.
You are investing in your memories.

Ready to book or maybe got some questions? Message me [email protected]

www.irenacima.photography

Life gets busy—I get it. But it also moves fast.Sometimes it feels like you blink and the year is already gone.I’m sure ...
04/02/2026

Life gets busy—I get it. But it also moves fast.
Sometimes it feels like you blink and the year is already gone.
I’m sure every parent knows that feeling, when the newborn you once held is suddenly a teenager and the moments in between feel like they slipped by uncaptured.

That’s exactly why it’s worth pausing to celebrate the moments that matter.

Graduation photoshoot. This is a very special milestone in her journey…Nicole has officially completed her Bachelor of D...
03/01/2026

Graduation photoshoot. This is a very special milestone in her journey…

Nicole has officially completed her Bachelor of Design, and behind this moment sits years of hard work, late nights, problem solving, and real commitment to her craft.

I am genuinely proud of her and so honoured to be the one capturing this chapter, because moments like these deserve to be remembered properly.

This is a meaningful step forward into what comes next, and a beautiful reminder of how far she has come already. And her fiancé was there to support her throughout her journey.

Have fun studying your Masters, Nicole!

Auckland War Memorial Museum
Graduation photoshoot
Bachelor of Design
University graduation
Auckland graduation
Graduate portraits
Milestone moment
Professional portrait
Outdoor graduation shoot





Neve is officially a big sister to baby girl Vaani 🩷🩷Thank you for choosing me as your family photographer time and tim...
15/12/2025

Neve is officially a big sister to baby girl Vaani 🩷🩷

Thank you for choosing me as your family photographer time and time again. Such an honour to capture the many milestones you have reached together as a family.

These are a little throwback to sunny memories. Here’s hoping this summer is just as beautiful.

Now taking bookings for 2026.

Message me to book or tap the link in my bio.











Summer has finally arrived in Auckland, and the weather is perfect for beach photoshoots. What better way to spend an af...
05/12/2025

Summer has finally arrived in Auckland, and the weather is perfect for beach photoshoots.

What better way to spend an afternoon than enjoying the sun, walking on the sand, and capturing relaxed family moments to frame?

Taking bookings for 2026 summer.

Simply message me to book your relax family session with me or drop an email [email protected]

www.irenacima.photography










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