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Lucy & Ben's Wedding in Patoka, Hawke's Bay. By Hawke's Bay Photographer Richard Wood.

Capturing Lucy and Ben's wedding on their picturesque family farm in Patoka, Hawke's Bay, was a truly unique and memorable experience. As...

A Recap of the Creative Photography Workshop in Phoenix, Arizona

Photography is not just about capturing moments; it can also be about creating them. In the heat of Phoenix, Arizona, my recent creative...

Capturing the True Cost of Plastic in Three Frames - Hawkes Bay Commercial Photography

In a world increasingly dominated by plastics, it's essential to shed light on the hidden consequences of our choices. Plastic, once...

Using Breathing Color papers for my Fine Art Giclee Prints

Over the years, I've strived to deliver the highest quality prints to my clients, ensuring that they can enjoy these moments of beauty in...

Wedding Photographer Tips for Couples

As a seasoned Hawkes Bay photographer, I frequently engage with couples to discuss their wedding photography needs. Over time, I've...

To First Look or Not to First Look

Should I have a first look before my wedding?

SWIMMING WITH GREAT WHITE SHARKS. Hawkes Bay Photographer travels to Stewart Island.

Im putting this here because for me its important. PLEASE READ ON. This was one of my entries into the Nature Category at the NZIPP...

Kate and Kieran's Wedding at Cape Estate. - By Hawkes Bay Photographer, Richard Wood.

As a Hawke's Bay Photographer, one of THE BEST, and most beautiful places for a Summer Wedding is at Cape Estate. In these cold winter...

Jessica & Sam. Hawke's Bay Wedding. Hawkes Bay Photographer, Richard Wood

Back Paddock Lakes, Takapau, Hawke's Bay.

Erin & Peter - by Hawkes Bay photographer Richard Wood

The Old Church, Meeanee, Hawke's Bay An Old Church at Meeanee is always a treat with such a fabulous location. Erin and Peter had a...

Brooke & Steve - by Hawkes Bay photographer Richard Wood

'Across the Ditch' - Sunshine Coast. This Summer saw this Hawkes Bay Photographer travelling over to Sunny Sunshine Coast. Who can say...

THE ROCK FM investigates our documentary Directed by Hawkes Bay Photographer Richard Wood.

Jay & Dunc interview our IPOG team member Tony Stewart about our South Island trip to search for the Canterbury Cat (aka Black Panther)....

New Art & Photography Gallery in Napier by Hawkes Bay Photographers Richard Wood & Chris Helliwell

Introducing Cathedral Gallery! The art and photo gallery is owned and operated by myself and Chris Helliwell. Our passions have always...

The Portrait Masters Conference 2022 with Hawkes Bay Photographer Richard Wood

I've been getting really itchy feet the last coupe of years with not being able to travel, so to have the Portrait Masters Conference in...

Spankie Jackson - Winner of Ru Paul's Drag Race Down-under photographed by Hawkes Bay photographer

Before the episode showings of Ru Paul's Drag Race Down Under Season 2, I had contestant and WINNER Spankie Jackzon ask if I could take a...

Presenting Awards at the Portrait Masters Conference, USA.-Hawkes Bay Photographer

On the very last day of the Portrait Masters Conference in Phoenix, Arizona I had the pleasure of celebrating all the Associates, Masters...

New Zealand to Arizona to take a Workshop. - Hawkes Bay Photographer

A Hawkes Bay photographer to Arizona. I'll be honest, I was also there to mentor and take part in the Portrait Masters conference in...

In Pursuit of Giants Premier - Hawkes Bay photographer making documentaries

Earlier in the year myself and eight other photographers from around the country set off on an adventure deep into the heart of the...

New Zealand Photographer of the Year 2022 Finalist-Hawkes Bay photographer Richard Wood.

Pretty happy to announce that I was again a finalist for NZIPP New Zealand Professional Photographer of the Year again along side...

Laurel and Johnathan at Clearview Winery, by Hawkes Bay Photographer Richard Wood

Laurel and Johnathans big day at Clearview winery in Te Awanga.By Hawkes Bay Photographer Richard Wood.

Olivia and Phil's Wedding at Te Mata Peak & Duart House, By Hawke's Bay Photographer Richard Wood.

A brooding sky Hawke's Bay sky met with Olivia and Phil on their wedding day up Te Mata Peak in Havelock North... then enhanced further...

Rachel and Bart at Clearview Winery, Te awanga, By Hawke's Bay Photographer Richard Wood.

A beautiful, intimate, autumn wedding for Rachel and Bart at Clearview winery, Teawanga, Hawke's Bay. Clearview is the perfect setting...

Tracey & Dave's Wedding at Waiheke Island. A Hawke's Bay Photographer travels North.

A stunning day at Waiheke Island with Tracey and Dave. The entire party wedding caught a cat from Auckland City to Waiheke for a fabulous...

Stevie-Lee & Matt's Wedding at Crabfarm Winery - by Hawkes Bay Photographer, Richard Wood.

As a Hawke's Bay Photographer I've often got to spend a Beautiful Hawke's Bay Summer's Day at Crabfarm | Bay View | Napier Stevie-Lee...