Family photography and films, made to last.
Natural, cinematic and emotionally honest visuals created with soft light, real connection and a refined storytelling approach.
Photography and films with feeling, intention and timeless beauty.
For families who want more than just beautiful images — they want to remember how it felt.
About
My work is inspired by natural light, connection and a quiet, refined aesthetic.
I’m Alina, a visual storyteller based in Auckland.
Since 2016, I’ve been creating photography and films across different parts of the world, working with brands, talent and private clients. My work is rooted in a cinematic and emotional approach, focusing on light, connection and refined simplicity.
After several years in Portugal, I developed a deep appreciation for natural aesthetics and quiet, meaningful moments — elements that continue to shape my visual language today.
I now create timeless, intimate visuals for families and brands who value authenticity, beauty and storytelling.
Since 2016, I’ve been creating photography and films across different parts of the world, working with brands, talent and private clients. My work is rooted in a cinematic and emotional approach, focusing on light, connection and refined simplicity.
After several years in Portugal, I developed a deep appreciation for natural aesthetics and quiet, meaningful moments — elements that continue to shape my visual language today.
I now create timeless, intimate visuals for families and brands who value authenticity, beauty and storytelling.
How it works
A simple, thoughtful process from first enquiry to final delivery.
- EnquirySend me a message and tell me what you’re looking for — photography, a family film, a legacy film or brand content.
- Creative planningWe discuss the mood, location, timing, outfits and purpose of the shoot. For brand projects, we also talk about your audience, message and where the content will be used.
- Shoot dayThe session is calm, natural and gently guided. My focus is on creating space for real connection, emotion and movement — without anything feeling forced.
- EditingYour visuals are carefully edited with attention to colour, rhythm, music and feeling, creating a timeless final result.
- Deliveryou receive your final gallery or film in a beautiful online format, ready to download, keep, share or use across your platforms.
Let’s create something meaningful
FAQ
Everything you need to know before booking your photography or film session.
I offer natural family photography, cinematic family films, legacy films and refined brand content for creatives, founders and small businesses.
Photography preserves beautiful still moments — connection, details, portraits and atmosphere.
A family film captures movement, voices, laughter, touch and the feeling of your everyday life. It allows you to remember not only how everything looked, but how it sounded and felt.
Many families choose both because photography and film tell the story in different, equally meaningful ways.
A family film captures movement, voices, laughter, touch and the feeling of your everyday life. It allows you to remember not only how everything looked, but how it sounded and felt.
Many families choose both because photography and film tell the story in different, equally meaningful ways.
Yes. You can view selected photography and film projects in the portfolio section. If you’re looking for something specific, I’m happy to send relevant examples.
My style is natural, emotional and cinematic, with a focus on soft light, real connection and timeless storytelling.
I’m based in Auckland, New Zealand, and available for selected projects in other locations.
Photography galleries are usually delivered within 2–3 weeks. Films may take longer depending on the project, usually around 4–6 weeks.
Absolutely. Most of my clients feel this way at first.
You don’t need to know how to pose or perform. I’ll guide you gently, help you feel comfortable and focus on natural interaction rather than forced perfection.
You don’t need to know how to pose or perform. I’ll guide you gently, help you feel comfortable and focus on natural interaction rather than forced perfection.
A family session is calm, relaxed and focused on connection. We may walk, play, cuddle, read, cook, explore or simply spend time together in a beautiful way.
I’ll guide the flow of the session, but the most meaningful moments often happen naturally.
I’ll guide the flow of the session, but the most meaningful moments often happen naturally.
Sessions can take place at home, outdoors or in a location that feels meaningful to you.
I’m based in Auckland, New Zealand, and can suggest beautiful locations depending on the mood, light and type of story you want to create.
I’m based in Auckland, New Zealand, and can suggest beautiful locations depending on the mood, light and type of story you want to create.
Yes. Home sessions are often the most intimate and meaningful.
They are perfect for families with young children, newborns or anyone who wants to preserve the beauty of everyday life in their own space.
They are perfect for families with young children, newborns or anyone who wants to preserve the beauty of everyday life in their own space.
That’s completely normal. Children don’t need to behave perfectly for the session to be beautiful.
I work gently and follow their rhythm. Some of the most meaningful images come from real movement, play, curiosity and emotion.
I work gently and follow their rhythm. Some of the most meaningful images come from real movement, play, curiosity and emotion.
You can enquire through the contact form. Once I receive your message, I’ll reply with availability, package details and the next steps.
To secure your date, a signed agreement and booking fee are required.
To secure your date, a signed agreement and booking fee are required.
I recommend booking at least 3–6 weeks in advance, especially for weekends, family films and brand projects.
If your timeline is shorter, you’re still welcome to enquire and I’ll let you know what’s possible.
If your timeline is shorter, you’re still welcome to enquire and I’ll let you know what’s possible.
I don’t provide unedited images or raw footage as part of the standard delivery.
Every final photograph and film is carefully selected and edited to reflect the quality, style and emotional tone of my work.
Every final photograph and film is carefully selected and edited to reflect the quality, style and emotional tone of my work.
I use licensed music that fits the mood, rhythm and emotion of your story.
If you have a specific feeling or direction in mind, we can discuss it before editing.
If you have a specific feeling or direction in mind, we can discuss it before editing.
If we’re planning an outdoor session and the weather doesn’t feel right, we can reschedule or adjust the location.
Soft cloudy light can be beautiful, but heavy rain or strong wind may require a new date.
Soft cloudy light can be beautiful, but heavy rain or strong wind may require a new date.
Your privacy is always respected.
I love sharing selected work in my portfolio, but if you prefer to keep your images or film private, please let me know before booking.
I love sharing selected work in my portfolio, but if you prefer to keep your images or film private, please let me know before booking.
Contacts
+64 21 485 069
alinaakobiia@gmail.com
alinaakobiia@gmail.com
Auckland, New Zealand
