Hey team, we're Sam & Shan!
Waikato wedding photography and videography duo for laid-back couples.
What happens when a creative and mechatronics engineer start a photography business? Well.. this!
Shan, the extroverted chatty one, is in her sixth year of her other photography business. Sam, the introverted man-of-few-words, brings the logic and tech skills to the table, weaving in creativity.
Our couples are the low-key type who don't want their day to feel like a Vogue magazine photoshoot. Those who don't take life too seriously, would rather get more time with their guests, and want the candid moments captured.
We promise to bring the good vibes to your day!
Based in Hamilton, NZ.
Limited 2026 dates, booking 2027 now!
We just launched Hamilton Central's first micro wedding & elopement experience!
This one is for the couples who want to do it their way, an intimate wedding where you don't have to compromise on a luxury experience or timeless keepsakes. Booking now, get in touch to receive our full pricing guide.
"We honestly couldn't have asked for a better team."
"We are so incredibly grateful to have had Shan and Sam from Time Flies Photo & Film capture our wedding day! From the very beginning, their communication was amazing—warm, clear, and consistent all the way through. They went above and beyond, offering helpful tips and support that extended beyond just the photography, and it made such a difference in our planning and experience.
On the day, they were the perfect mix of professional and down-to-earth. They made us feel so relaxed and comfortable in front of the camera, and their friendly, fun vibe brought so much joy to the whole experience. You can truly see their love and passion for what they do—it made everything feel natural and effortless.
We honestly couldn't have asked for a better team. Shan and Sam, thank you for capturing our day so beautifully and for being such a positive and grounding presence throughout the journey!"
C&J - Married at Kumeū Valley Estate
time really does fly, so let's capture those magic moments authentically.
vintage-vibed and timeless
3 reasons to book us for your big day
- you love the look of vintage film and want timeless images that tell your story
- you are low-key and don’t take yourselves too seriously
- you don’t want your wedding to be a film set, and want to be captured as you are
Complimentary engagement shoot with every photography booking.
It's the perfect way to meet us and get a little more comfortable in front of the camera!
Some other perks -
- Capture your authentic selves (not just the glammed up sexy peeps you'll be on your big day!)
- Test out your photo locations in advance.
- You get to recreate some of the shots on your wedding day and it's a pretty cool full-circle moment!
This is our process:
I. Enquiry
You'll touch base with your wedding date and let us know a bit more about what you've got planned for your day. If you already know what package you need, you can let us know, otherwise we'll help you out!
II. discuss options.
Part of our process is to help you make the most of your wedding day without the stress; so you can really enjoy it. We'll catch up over the phone to discuss options and can make recommendations based on what you're looking for.
III. Book your date
We take a 30% deposit to secure your date, with the remainder not being due until 2 weeks before the wedding. After securing your day, you'll complete an Introductory Questionnaire to get to know you both a little more and we'll secure a date for your engagement shoot (usually within 3 months of booking). Further down the track we'll work together on developing your perfect timeline with a more elaborate questionnaire and catch up calls or in person meet ups.