O'Neill Photographics · Dunedin
Relaxed, natural Dunedin wedding photography
For couples who want beautiful photographs, genuine moments and plenty of time to actually enjoy their wedding day.
Wedding photography
Good photographs begin with feeling comfortable.
We are Craig and Sarah O'Neill, a husband-and-wife photography team based in Dunedin. Since 2001, we have photographed hundreds of weddings throughout Otago and the lower South Island.
Our style is relaxed, natural and story-led. We will help when you need direction, quietly step back when you do not, and make sure photography never takes over the reason everyone is there.
Hate having your photo taken?
Most people tell us that.
You do not need to arrive knowing how to pose or what to do with your hands. We use walking, talking, simple prompts and the occasional terrible dad joke to help you settle in and forget about the camera.
We will give you enough direction to look your best, without turning your wedding into a long photoshoot. The goal is for the photographs to feel like you—and for you to get back to your guests.
See how much you hate having your photo taken →About us
Craig & Sarah
We are a husband-and-wife team, parents to Toby and Ben, and owners of a cat called Miley who is fairly certain she runs the place. When we are not photographing weddings, life at our little quarter-acre patch in Dunedin keeps us busy.
Craig photographed his first wedding in 2001, just before art school, and Sarah joined him a few years later. Hundreds of weddings on, we still love being welcomed into a family for the day and noticing the small moments happening around the big ones.
Experience means we know how to organise a family photograph without making it painful, change plans when Dunedin weather has other ideas, and help people who feel awkward in front of a camera relax. Most importantly, we know when to step in—and when to disappear into the background.
Read our Dunedin wedding photography guide →
Portfolio
Favourite images
Featured weddings
Real wedding stories
Featured wedding
Lauren & James' Patearoa Wedding
A relaxed Central Otago wedding full of family, laughter and timeless portraits.
Featured wedding
Tim & Britt's First Church & Glenfalloch Wedding
A warm Otago celebration with elegant details and natural moments.
Featured wedding
Anna & Rob's Maniototo Wedding
A fun-filled family farm wedding in Patearoa, packed with laughter, confetti, live music and one incredible party.
Featured wedding
Jess & Geordie's Botanical Garden Wedding
From a rose garden ceremony to a harbour-side celebration, a wedding full of heart, laughter and timeless style.
Featured wedding
Sarah & Stafford's Grandview Gardens Wedding
From cathedral vows to Grandview Gardens, a beautiful wedding that showed the best moments matter more than perfect plans.
Featured wedding
Kendall & Josh's Tautuku Fishing Club Wedding
A story-led wedding day filled with laughter, family and relaxed photography.
Free planning help
Useful tools for planning a Dunedin wedding
After hundreds of weddings, we have seen which decisions cause the most stress. Our free guides and planning tools cover venues, family photographs, sunset times, choosing a photographer and feeling less awkward in front of the camera.
Visit the Planning HubPopular Dunedin Wedding Venues
“A relaxed, rustic Otago wedding venue with beautiful gardens, farm character and everything you need in one place.”
Grandview Gardens
“A romantic Dunedin garden wedding venue with historic trees, harbour views, beautiful food and photo opportunities at every turn.”
Glenfalloch Gardens
“New Zealand’s Castle — a historic Otago Peninsula wedding venue with timeless architecture, award-winning gardens and unforgettable views.”
Larnach Castle
“Hidden away near Tomahawk, Lochend Woolshed feels like a private countryside escape, while still being only minutes from Dunedin. It is rustic, relaxed, beautifully restored and full of places that photograph well.”
Lochend Woolshed
Kind words
What our couples say
“Craig and Sarah went the extra mile, worked efficiently and with great humour, and were like photo ninjas—we did not even realise they had taken some of our favourite photographs.”
Robert Lewis · Google Review
“We clicked straight away and the whole process felt relaxed and stress free.”
Holly & Matt
“You captured one of the most amazing days of our lives in such a perfect way. So very us, and you fitted in like one of the crew.”
Kay & Adrian
Wedding photography collections
Collections from $1995
We offer four wedding photography collections with different coverage times and album options. Every collection includes both Craig and Sarah, travel within the greater Dunedin area, high-resolution photographs and a password-protected online gallery.
You do not need to decide on your final collection straight away. Enquire and we will send our current information guide so you can compare the options in your own time.
Check Our AvailabilityCommon questions
Before you enquire
How much does wedding photography cost?
Our Dunedin wedding photography collections start from $1995. There are four options with different coverage times and album choices. Enquire for our current information and pricing guide.
Are there always two photographers?
Yes. Craig and Sarah photograph every wedding collection together. This allows us to capture more reactions, perspectives and simultaneous moments than one photographer could cover alone.
What if we hate having our photograph taken?
That is extremely common. We use simple direction, movement and conversation rather than rigid posing. Our aim is to help you forget about the camera and spend more time enjoying your wedding.
Do you travel outside Dunedin?
Yes. We photograph weddings throughout Otago, Central Otago and the lower South Island. Travel within greater Dunedin is included; contact us for other locations.
Can we see complete wedding galleries?
Absolutely. We encourage it. Complete galleries are the best way to judge consistency across a whole wedding day, including changing light, indoor photographs, family groups and receptions.
What happens after we enquire?
We will normally reply within 24 hours, confirm whether your date is available and send our wedding information guide. From there, you can ask questions, arrange a meeting and view complete galleries before deciding.
How do we secure our wedding date?
A $500 deposit secures the date. Once booked, no other paid wedding photography is accepted for that date. The balance of your selected collection is due before the wedding.
When do we choose our collection?
You do not need to make the final choice immediately. Your collection can be selected up until the week before the wedding, once your plans and timing are clearer.
How do we receive our photographs?
Your wedding photographs are supplied in high and lower resolution, with a password-protected online gallery for you, your family and your friends. Current delivery details are included in the information guide.
Where can we read your full terms and privacy policy?
Our full terms and conditions and privacy policy are available on separate pages so they are easy to review without crowding this page.
Get in touch
Tell us about your wedding
Send us your date and venue and we will let you know whether we are available. We will also send our current wedding information guide, with all four collections and what is included.
There is no hard sell. Ask anything you like, and we are happy to meet in person or online before you make a decision.
Craig O'Neill
021 427 244
Dunedin, New Zealand