5.0 on Google 50+ weddings booked through 2028 Photo, video & real film, one team
A couple walking together on their wedding day
Palmerston North · Manawatū

Palmerston North wedding photography & film.

Natural, relaxed & documentary. One team for photo, video & real Super 8, right here in Palmy.

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Real weddings from the Manawatū

A little of the work.

Bride and groom sharing a moment under a tree
Bride getting ready on her wedding morning
A quiet moment during the wedding ceremony
Candid portrait of a couple laughing at their wedding
Bride and groom portrait at their wedding
Bride and groom holding hands at their New Zealand wedding

Documentary wedding photography in Palmerston North

We're documentary wedding photographers & videographers, and Palmerston North is home.

If you want your Palmy wedding to look & feel like the actual day, not a stiff, over-posed version of it, that's exactly what we do. We stay relaxed, get out of your way, & catch the real moments, the glances, the nervous giggles & the in-between bits you'd usually miss. Then we edit it all in a natural, timeless style that won't feel dated in ten years.

One team for photo, video & Super 8

Most couples want both photo & video, & on the day that usually means two separate crews bumping into each other. We keep it to one team who work together, so your day stays calm & everything comes back matching in style. Want that nostalgic, grainy look too? We shoot real Super 8 film as an add-on. It's a lot of content from one relaxed crew, & your sneak peeks land within two weeks, which is honestly unheard of.

Palmy locals, no travel, no hassle

We're based right here in Palmerston North, so travel is free within 50km & there's no rushing to get there on time. We know the venues, the light in the Tararuas in the late afternoon, the way the Chalet garden looks at golden hour. That local knowledge shows up in your photos.

Kind words

Couples on working with us.

★★★★★

“so we never felt awkward”

We had a small intimate wedding and he was very helpful with suggesting ideas from photo groupings to where/how to pose so we never felt awkward.

Elena & Georgi · Google review
★★★★★

“warm, easygoing and professional”

We couldn't have asked for a better photographer and videographer to capture our wedding. Ryan and Philip were warm, easygoing and professional from our very first call. They felt just like family on the day, and fit right in, collaborating with us to capture everything we wanted. They kept us updated on their timelines and delivered everything we asked for, and more, within just a few months. Highly recommend Selah Weddings!

Taine · Google review

Manawatū venues we know well

From The Chalet's gardens to the rolling hills behind Anam Cara, the Manawatū has genuinely beautiful wedding locations. We shoot across all of it, including:

  • The Chalet, Palmerston North
  • Anam Cara
  • Makoura Lodge
  • Caccia Birch House
  • Palmerston North City & CBD
  • Feilding & surrounds
  • Manawatū Gorge & Tararua foothills
  • Wherever your day is happening
Palmerston North FAQ

Common questions.

Still wondering something? Get in touch & we'll answer it personally.

Are you based in Palmerston North? +
Yes, Palmy is our home base. We shoot here all the time, across every kind of venue the Manawatū has to offer, & travel is free within 50km.
Do you shoot both photo & video? +
Yes! One team covers photo, video & real Super 8 film, so you're not juggling two separate crews on the day & everything comes back matching in style.
What venues do you shoot at around Palmerston North? +
We've shot at The Chalet, Anam Cara, Makoura Lodge, Caccia Birch House & plenty more across the Manawatū. If it's local, we know it.
How long until we get our photos back? +
Sneak peeks land within two weeks, your full gallery in 6 to 8 weeks, and video under four. Fast turnaround is something we really pride ourselves on!
How much does a Palmerston North wedding photographer cost? +
Collections start from $2,400 & full pricing is on our services page. Send your date & we'll confirm it's free :)
Palmerston North · pricing & availability

Let's check your Palmy date.

Send your date & a few details, we'll confirm it's free & reply personally, usually within the hour.

  • 5.0 on Google from real NZ couples
  • Free travel within 50km of any major NZ city
  • 50+ weddings booked through 2028

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