S Matheson Creative

02/06/2026

The first half of 2026 has been a blast with gorgeous elopements, weddings, and beautiful family adventures. Paint and Sip events have been few and far between, but the ones I’ve managed to find time for, have been a hoot! 🤍

For the next six weeks, I’m officially out of office on the first proper holiday my partner Linden and I have had in over four years 🫢 We’ve worked hard, and now it’s time to be a little bit selfish!

When I return, the second half of 2026 is already shaping up to be a fun one. Photographing engagements, weddings, and families; my bread and butter! 🥖🧈

I’ve also got a few personal creative goals bubbling away in the background too. More time for painting, printing some of my own photographic work, creating art just for the joy of it, and running more paint and sip events around Central Otago. It feels like a pretty exciting season ahead!

You’re still more than welcome to message me, make bookings, and send through enquiries while I’m away! I’ll be in a different time zone, but still checking in every few days 🥰

Catch you guys on the flip side!

Sam x

29/05/2026

A hill I’m willing to die on: autumn and winter golden hours are elite!

Give me crisp air, golden grass, long shadows and dreamy light any day 🥹

Congratulations again to Libby Strang who won my Mother’s Day giveaway. It was lovely to have a wee adventure with you and your family!

12/05/2026

There’s nothing quite like autumn in Central Otago 🍂

05/05/2026

Kylie asked me to get a few shots of Billy while he was freshly clean and looking dapper, and who could say no to photographing that handsome face!! 😍

I thoroughly enjoyed playing around and getting a bit artsy with these images, and I certainly wouldn’t say no to more shoots like this!

*Shot down by the Kawarau River Track in early March ‘26 around 7pm.

04/05/2026

Stoked to be doing a bit of mahi for by capturing some behind the scenes snaps 💪🏽

If you’ve ever been interested in learning about tools, techniques and how to start your own diy projects, check them out because their Intro to Tools workshops are starting this month 💁🏻‍♀️

Check them out:
https://www.womensshedaotearoa.org.nz/

03/05/2026

The quickest snaps just as the sun was setting in the Nevis last night 🥹

Annie the Collie and my boy, Ted the GSP 🐾

02/05/2026

2026 is filling fast and 2027 is officially open 🤍

If you’re dreaming up a Central Otago elopement, Queenstown elopement, Wanaka elopement, or an intimate wedding in Central Otago that doesn’t follow the “traditional” rulebook... I am SO here for it!

Whether you’re planning a mountain elopement, adventure elopement, lakeside ceremony, vineyard wedding, backyard wedding, or a relaxed micro wedding in Cromwell, Bannockburn, or the wider Central Otago region, I’m all about creating something that actually feels like YOU.

I offer:
• Elopement photography Central Otago
• Wedding photography Central Otago (for those more intimate celebrations)
• Elopement content creation (behind-the-scenes, real moments, reels-ready clips)
• Elopement planning support (location ideas, timelines, local knowledge, trusted vendors)

Think Bannockburn Sluicings elopements, Queenstown Gardens ceremonies, Lake Dunstan backdrops, Kawarau Gorge views, or those off-the-beaten-track Central Otago locations only locals really know about.

No pressure, no awkward posing, no big production (unless you want it). Just authentic wedding photography, real moments, and a day that feels relaxed, intentional, and genuinely yours.

Elopements, intimate weddings, destination elopements in New Zealand, small guest lists, or just the two of you doing your own thing… give me all of it 🥹

If you’ve got a date (or even just a “we’re thinking maybe?” idea), now’s a good time to lock me in for 2026 or 2027 elopement or intimate wedding. 🤍

Sam x

08/04/2026

🌸 MOTHER’S DAY MINI SESSION GIVEAWAY 🌸

In celebration of all our local mums, I am giving away TWO Mothers Day mini sessions that will take place the week leading up to Sunday the 10th of May 😍

(Mothers Day, incase anyone forgot! 👀)

To enter:
- Like this post
- Follow my page
- Tag a mum who deserves this (each tag = one entry)

Winner announced: 5pm Sunday 26th of April
Terms and Conditions in comments.

Want more information about the minis?? You can find it all here: https://www.facebook.com/share/p/1876RsGLQH/

05/03/2026

I’m finally on Google! 🥳

If I have ever photographed you, your family, your wedding/elopement, or if you’re a venue or vendor I’ve worked with… I’d be incredibly grateful if you could leave me a quick Google review 🙏🏼

Reviews help future couples find me when they’re searching for photographers in Central Otago, and one of my big goals this year is to be a part of AND photograph more elopements and intimate celebrations!

Your review genuinely helps make that happen!

If you’re not sure what to write, you could mention things like:
• what the experience was like working with me
• how comfortable you felt during the shoot
• what you loved about the photos
• whether you’d recommend me to others

I’ll pop the review link below 👇🏽

S Matheson Creative
https://share.google/U4KWzVvXli1qo86Fb

Thank you so much to everyone who has trusted me to capture your moments so far 🫶🏼

Sam x

Photographer