Auckland Family Photographer | Aisling O’Brien Photography

Joyful & Carefree Family Photography for Adventurous Souls | Award-Winning Photographer in Auckland

Hello and welcome!

Hey, I’m Aisling. (That’s pronounced Ash-ling—it’s about as Irish as you get!)

Life moves fast, but photos let us hold onto the moments that matter. I photograph families, newborns, maternity, and small business branding in a way that feels easy, natural, and full of energy—so you can see the love, the laughter, and all the little details that make your story yours.

No stiff poses, no forced smiles—just real, beautiful memories, captured as they happen.

Follow my journey.

A cute little boy dressed in a brown knitted onsie sitting in lovely side lighting sticks his tongue out at the camera, captured by an Auckland family photographer

Booking with me is as easy as…..

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Free for a chat? To begin, we’ll set up a quick phone call (or grab a coffee!) where we’ll cover all the details and have a chat about what is important to you and your family. We’ll find out how you would like this little piece of your family history to look and we’ll figure out if we are a good match.

A pregnant woman wearing a black bra and top with her pregnant belly showing, holds a toddler up in the air with his bum out. Taken by an Auckland family photographer

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Booking is easy, some quick paperwork and pay your session fee of $275 and we’ll schedule your date. You will receive my exclusive style guide, have access to my client closet and prep guides and start getting excited for your session!

A beautiful little girl, wearing a hat over her long hair looks right at the camera at an Auckland family photo shoot

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The most exciting part! You will get a personalised slideshow to view all of your beautiful photos. Grab the family, and get them up on the big screen. Now you get to pick your collection and figure out how to use your exciting gift of print credit in your own personalised gallery store.

What they’ve been saying!

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Sarah Pengelly
Sarah Pengelly

Aisling made our whole photography family shoot easy, enjoyable and fun. She is skilful at coaxing smiles and laughter out of children and adults alike, and makes a sometimes daunting process a relaxed and candid experience!

She captures the essence of each child, is professional and talented. It was very difficult to pick which photo was our favourite, we loved them all!

We would highly recommend using Aisling O’Brien Photography.

David South
David South

Aisling made us feel fully at ease and a great time was had on our family shoot in Helensville.

The shoot itself was great. But the end product is astounding! Truly beautiful pictures, better than I could have even hoped for.

I can recommend Aisling with the utmost confidence, and if you're here, you're considering it.

Consider no more, give her a ring or drop her a line.

Amazing work Aisling. Thanks.

Zoe Hood-Hogan
Zoe Hood-Hogan

Aisling came to our home to do a newborn shoot and made us all feel so comfortable and at ease. Nothing felt posed or awkward, it was just as though we were all hanging out, chatting while Aisling subtly snapped away.

The images really encapsulate us, a moment in time, enjoying a regular morning, which makes them that much more special. Even my husband who only begrudgingly agreed to a couple of photos ended up relaxing and enjoying the experience.

Aisling brought along such beautiful, neutral textured fabrics to nestle baby into and also some gorgeous garments to style me in. Nothing over the top - just comfortable yet elegant pieces that made me feel beautiful.

At the time I was just coming through PND and om receiving the images, my heart was so full. Every time I look through them I love them even more and notice new little details & emotions that Aisling has captured and that I will treasure always.

Michelle O’Gorman
Michelle O’Gorman

From the moment I enquired about a family photoshoot working with Aisling was a pleasure. We received a detailed pack prior to the shoot giving us full direction on the type of clothing to wear, direction on hair and makeup etc.

The day itself was very relaxed and easy and Aisling even managed to make it fun. I have two young boys so keeping there attention for the hour in its self was an achievement.

The pictures that came back were amazing, we absolutely love them. I cant believe how well they turned out. Aisling is a true professional, very creative and super at what she does. I would highly recommend Aisling. Thank you Aisling for helping us create special moments x

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Investing in your memories is one the most important gifts you can give to your loved ones. Quality portraits and artworks will be treasured for generations to come.

A black and white image of a little girl sitting in front of a window. She is sitting elegantly and she is backlit by the window light and framed by curtains, captured by an Auckland Family photographer
A little boy with cute suspenders, a rabbit hat and no shirt looks right at the Auckland family photographer with an annoyed look on his face. The image has a Silver award tag at the top for the NZ Iris awards.
An underwater photo of a boy swimming up towards the light. There are big air bubbles all around his face, captured by an Auckland family photographer.
A couple walk together, dressed beautifully with a sunset shining brightly behind them. They are both carrying champagne flutes which are lit up by the light. Captured by Auckland family photographer
A silhouette photo of a pregnant woman in the midst of some rock pools at the beach. The sun is setting behind her and she is facing the Auckland family photographer.
A little boy and his father are shown in a reflection at an in home family photography session in Auckland
A pregnant woman in a beautiful lace dress, holds her belly with the sun shining behind her at an Auckland family photo shoot.
Little boy stands in the sand dunes amongst yellow lupins. He has a cute quizzical little face looking right at the Auckland family photographer.
A powerful image of a pregnant woman, she is standing holding her belly and the wind is blowing her hair. The sky is dramatic and takes up a large portion of the image. Taken by an Auckland family photographer.
At an Auckland family photography shoot, thi is a close up image of smiling parents as they are given a flower from their little boy.
A brand new little baby in a green onsie gives a big yawn, he is lying on a patterned bedspread and he is facing towards the window light. Taken by an Auckland family photographer
Captured by an Auckland family photographer a little boy stands with his brother and mother with only one gumboot on. The image just shows their feet and the reflection on the floor.
An ethereal photo of couple embracing under a tree, they are dressed nicely and the sun is shining through the branches giving it a dreamlike feel. Taken at an Auckland family photo shoot
A little boy is being picked up by his dad at the beach. The sun is setting behind them, the background is dreamy and clear and the sunset is shining between the dad and his son. Captured by an Auckland family photographer.
A very cute little girl, looks right up at the camera, her blue eyes shining and a little brown curl in the middle of her forehead. She is looking right up at the Auckland family photographer.
An epic image captured by an Auckland family photographer of a couple, dressed beautifully standing right in the water under a waterfall.
A landscape image taken at the beach at sunset, the water is curving around the rocks. There are birds silhouetted by the sunset flying just above a couple who are embracing at an Auckland family photo shoot.
A dreamy image of a little girl with a beautiful hand movement touching her face. The autumn colours of her dress mimic the colours in the lights behind her. An award winning image taken by an Auckland family photographer.
A family play at the waters edge, reflected in the wet sand and a sunset behind them. Taken by an Auckland family photographer
A couple stand at the alter getting married in an Auckland location amongst the trees with a sunburst coming through between the branches.
Two little boys dressed both in shirts ebrace each other with big smiles, captured by and an Auckland family photographer
An award winning image of a little girl standing with a funny look on her face. She looks like she is playing a little game, her reflection on the right side of the image is dark and moody in contrast with her light and bright body. Taken by an Auckl
A woman walks elegantly, her legs show through as her beautiful dress flows back in the beach breeze. Taken by an Auckland family photographer
A black and white image of a family together, it is a sweet moment where the dad is holing his little boy and the mum is kissing his hand. Taken by an Auckland family photographer.
A black and white image of a lovely moment where two grandparents embrace, the grandfather is kissing the grandmother on the forehead.
A moody black and white image of a couple holding each other on a little bridge. The forest is all around them on the bridge. They are looking at each other and not at the Auckland family photographer.
A woman twirls in a flowy skirt with the sun shining behind her. She is next to a river with big cliffs reflected right next to her. Taken by an Auckland family photographer.
A young woman sits on her horse in a paddock. She is wearing a pretty dress and a white cowboy hat and both her and her horse are looking out to the horizon. Taken by an Auckland family photographer.