Igniting curiosity with unscripted stories.

Whakatāne commercial, tourism and event photographer
for people who seek authenticity and genuine connection.

portrait of anita burgess photographer with a camera in her hands

BAY OF PLENTY PHOTOGRAPHER

Let’s tell your story, your way.

With a background in media, design, and travel, I’ve turned a lifelong love of storytelling into a way of capturing real, unscripted moments that feel as honest as they look.

I work with brands and editors who are tired of cookie-cutter content and who value genuine community over blatant commercialism. If you’re ready to share your story in a way that sparks connection and inspires engagement, let’s chat about how we can bring it to life.

BRAND STORIES

EVENT PHOTOGRAPHY

TRAVEL & TOURISM

Black and white portrait of a young skateboarder mid-jump with construction in background.

Road to Glenorchy, New Zealand with snowy mountains in background

Moody New Zealand landscape photo of Lake Wakitipu shoreline in autumn

More than just photos. Marketing assets.

“I never thought I would be so happy with the end result of our brand photoshoot, purely because I am NEVER happy with photos of myself. But not these ones, this time I had so many I loved, I couldn't choose!"

Nikki Bollen @ Nota Bene

“Anita you just captured the moment perfectly. Yes we needed the formal congratulations, handshakes, standing in front of the background. But you got so many that really captured the whole essence of the night and peoples' personalities. And that takes real skill."

Sam Browne | NZ VA Awards

“I was lucky enough have Anita photograph an event that I spoke at and oh my goodness – I have NEVER had such flattering photos taken of me while speaking (I usually look like I'm making the weirdest faces). All her photos are so full of life and energy – and she's an awesome human to boot. "

Verity Craft | LinkedIn Local

“We did a brand shoot with Anita, she was great - happy to answer any questions and on the day she helped us feel so comfortable and at ease."

Leona Buchan @ Ōhope Medical Centre

“Thank you for capturing my adventurous spirit and some of my true essence. The whole experience was fun, adventurous, and soul filling."

Di Crawford-Errington @ Small Business Training Hub

“Anita captured the joy and warmth in the room so perfectly. And I'm really grateful to have a few fresh me-in-action photos. Thank you for being so brilliant!"

Belinda Thomas | LinkedIn Local

Find me on Insta @anitaburgess.nz

Whakatāne Photographer specialising in Events, Travel and Editorial Brand Photography. Available throughout NZ and internationally.(formerly Wainui Creative)

CONNECT WITH ME

Based in Ōhope, New Zealand

hello@anitaburgess.co.nz
+64 21 030 6384