I know what you’re thinking. Just pretend it's spelled Cattanack and you’ll be fine.
Welcome. I’m a Wellington-based portrait and fine art photographer, wife, mother, and coffee aficionada. I was hugely honoured to be named NZIPP In-Camera Portrait Photographer of the Year in 2021, Wellington Photographer of the Year in 2018 and NZ Creative Photographer of the Year in 2016.
In addition to my creative photography and family shoots I also have an offshoot branch of my business called Good Headshots, offering portraits for business people, actors and writers, and collateral photography for websites.
I am always aiming for the genuine in my portrait work, whether that be real smiles or real moments between people or real connection with the camera. It’s not easy having a lens pointed your way, so it’s important to book a photographer who knows how to get past the wooden smiles and achieve the natural results you’re after.
My clients tend to be people who value photography as an investment both for themselves and for future generations. They like to keep things natural and unobtrusive, they don’t love posing, and they want to look like themselves, only better.
If this sounds like you and you like what you see here, get in touch - I’d love to hear from you.
Catherine Cattanach, Wellington, New Zealand. Grand Master of Photography, NZ Institute of Professional Photography
Heartfelt Photographer
2022 Winner, "Pure" category (in-camera captures), Asia Pacific Photography Awards (also placed 2nd, 4th and 5th)
2021 NZIPP In-Camera Portrait Photographer of the Year
2020 Finalist, NZIPP Creative Photographer of the Year
2018 NZIPP Wellington Photographer of the Year
2016 NZIPP Creative Photographer of the Year
2014 NZIPP Classic Portrait Photographer of the Year
2014 NZ Highest-scoring entry, NZIPP/Epson Iris Awards
2013 Finalist, NZIPP Creative Portrait Photographer of the Year
The NZIPP is New Zealand’s premier professional photography body. I am an NZIPP Grand Master of Photography. The NZIPP requires members to pass strict quality and professionalism standards in order to become qualified members, giving you valuable peace of mind in your investment.