Thomas is a full-time portrait & lifestyle photographer living in Queenstown, New Zealand.
When he’s not photographing families and couples in front of the magnificent backdrop of the Queenstown lakes district, you’ll find him …. photographing his own family in front of the magnificent backdrop of the Queenstown lakes district. He lives here with his partner and their two daughters, Miyabi & Hiyori.
His relaxed, professional and enjoyable approach to portrait photography allows him to capture authentic moments of you and your loved ones before turning those images into a carefully crafted collection of photographic memories.
“My goal as a photographer is to combine genuine experiences between people with the awe-inspiring scenery of Queenstown, creating timeless images to be enjoyed for years to come.”
Booking Enquiry
Frequently Asked Questions
How much do your packages cost?
We have a selection of packages and options to suit all budgets. For full details please get in contact via the booking enquiry form above.
How long are sessions and how many photos do we get?
Packages range from 1 – 4 hours, with the option to add additional time/pictures. The number of final pictures depends on the chosen package.
Can we secure a date?
Absolutely. A non-refundable booking fee is required to secure your booking and reserve the time/date. The remaining balance due 1-week before your booking.
Are you on social media? We can't find you on facebook?
No. Believe it or not we haven’t used social media for Thomas Rees Photography for over 5 years now.
Why!?!
Our bookings are made up of approximately 70% families and 30% couples and we simply don’t feel comfortable sharing images of families and their little ones on social media.
We’re all about privacy and allowing you to keep the precious memories we capture to yourselves 🙂
Where can we have our photo-shoot? Do you have set locations or can we choose?
We have a selection of stunning locations to choose from based on:
- Time of day that your session is booked.
- Season.
- Weather.
- If you have transport and how far you’re willing to travel from your accommodation.
Locations are chosen 1-week before your booking by Thomas but you’re welcome to request a portfolio of location options to choose from.
All portrait photography sessions are captured in natural settings surrounded by mountains, lakes, rivers and native New Zealand plants. I avoid busy areas whilst still keeping travel times from Queenstown centre to a minimum.
What payment options do you have?
Payment can be made via:
- Credit/debit card
- New Zealand Bank Transfer
- International Bank Transfer
- Paypal
You’ll receive payment information once a date and photography package have been confirmed.
Do you offer transport?
Yes and no…
I can offer a pick-up/drop-off service to couples, but generally it’s best for you to have your own transport. Rental cars are very affordable in Queenstown and I can recommend Go Rentals, Snap Rentals or Direct Rentals.
I would definitely recommend that families have a rental vehicle whilst visiting Queenstown. You don’t want to miss out on exploring this amazing part of the world!
What time of day is best for our photo-shoot?
This is entirely up to you and very much depends on your schedule whilst visiting Queenstown. Exact times can be confirmed at a later date if you’e booking well in advance.
I can produce memorable and flattering photographs at any time of day but I personally prefer the quality of light found 1-2 hours prior to sunset. This is not always practical (especially in summer), and so the best thing to do is let me know of your preference for time/date and we’ll make some suggestions based on availability.
Late evening sunset sessions are usually no problem for couples, but being a parent myself, I understand that family sessions aren’t necessarily an option in the evening, therefore, earlier in the morning is a great option during summer months 🙂
How long does it take to receive our photographs?
No more than 10 working days. I often deliver images much quicker than this but depending on my current work load it can be up to 10 working days.
How do we receive our images and can we have them printed?
Images are delivered via a private, password protected gallery on my website. The high resolution (original size) files can be downloaded from the gallery and as per my contract, you are free to print and share them online.
I also offer a premium quality printing service with international delivery if you’d prefer to order prints direct from your online gallery.
What should we wear?
Believe it or not, this is probably the second most popular questions after “how much are your packages”?
It’s important that you feel comfortable, relaxed and confident, so whatever outfit helps to make you feel this way, that’s the one. Neutral colours are always best and it’s a good idea to consider what each person in your booking will be wearing. Try to avoid very bright colours and my only firm request is that nothing has very large logos or branding.
Season is also important to consider too. We have four very distinct seasons in Queenstown so it’s a good idea to check the typical weather for the time of year that you’ll be visiting.
Will you tell us how to stand and give us direction?
Yes, absolutely.
My couples and family sessions involve a combination of candid poses with subtle direction and a selection of natural images with you looking at the camera. One of the most common comments I receive after a session has finished is “thank you so much for giving me direction, it was really helpful”.
Direction isn’t just a great way to help you feel more comfortable in front of the camera, it really does make all the difference when capturing authentic reactions and emotions.
What kind of equipment do you use?
I use a selection of professional grade Sony cameras & lenses with a few small accessories to help me capture the best possible images.
I don’t use flash photography for most of my couples or family portrait sessions but I do carry a full lighting kit should this be requested or required for other work.
I have back-ups of all your pictures as I take them and images are double backed-up as soon as I return home from your session.