Family Portrait Photographer in Wellington

Authentic and Heartfelt: Capturing Your Precious Moment

Welcome to Ruchika Jain Photography! Get ready for a family photo session that’s filled with joy, connection, and zero stress. We believe the best photos come from real moments – the goofy giggles, warm hugs, and even the beautiful chaos that makes your family unique. Based in Lower Hutt, we proudly serve families across the Wellington region, creating stunning portraits that celebrate your life’s sweetest moments. Relax, have fun, and let us turn your precious moments into treasured photographs you’ll cherish forever.

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Capture cherished family moments with a Wellington photographer
Timeless family photography in Wellington: preserving precious memories
Expert family portrait photography in Wellington by skilled professionals
Celebrate love and connection with affordable family photography in Wellington
Memorable family portraits captured by a talented Wellington photographer
Memorable family moments preserved by a skilled Wellington photographer at an affordable rate
Treasure your family's story with beautiful portrait photography in Wellington
Create lasting memories with affordable family photography in Wellington
Affordable family photography in Wellington: capturing joy and togetherness

Why Choose Ruchika Jain for Your Family Photoshoot?

Timeless Treasures of Beautiful Family Portraits

Real Smiles, Real Moments

No fake poses or forced grins here! We capture your family’s authentic emotions – the laughter during a tickle fight, the tender snuggle of a shy child, the proud smiles and even the silly faces. These genuine moments are what make each photo heartfelt and uniquely yours.

Sessions Full of Fun:

A family photoshoot with us feels more like a funday than a formal photo session. Kids have a blast with our toys, games, and bubbles, and adults often end up enjoying themselves just as much. We create a relaxed, playful atmosphere where everyone can be themselves. (Yes, even dads who “hate pictures” leave saying it was actually fun!)

Elegant Portraits to Treasure

Along with candid shots, we also make sure to capture a few beautifully posed portraits where everyone looks their best. We’ll guide you into natural poses that flatter – you’ll get that frame-worthy family portrait for Grandma’s wall, plus all the candid moments in between. It’s the best of both worlds: playful and polished.

Professional family portrait sessions in Wellington: capturing your unique bond

Personalized Experience, Endless Options

Your family is one-of-a-kind, and your session will be too. We offer a free pre-shoot consultation to plan everything – Whether it’s energetic toddlers or camera-shy teens, we create a comfortable vibe. Choose our fully equipped Lower Hutt studio (40+ backdrops and props), Wellington’s beaches, and parks, or even your own home — we’ll bring out the best in your family wherever you feel most comfortable. As parents ourselves, we’re patient, caring, and know how to connect with kids and adults alike.

High-Quality Results: and Happy Clients

We take pride in delivering stunning images you will love. After the session, each selected photo is meticulously edited and retouched. Our high-end editing ensures you all look your best (while still looking like you). You’ll receive high-resolution digital files perfect for printing, and we offer a range of print products – from framed enlargements to beautiful albums – so your memories can live on your walls or coffee table, not just on your phone. Quality is paramount, and we don’t compromise on it.

Our clients often tell us we exceeded expectations, many returning year after year and referring friends. That trust is what makes us proud to be called one of Wellington’s best family photographers.

Hear from our happy families

Captivating family photography portraying a well-coordinated maroon-themed family, including parents and two kids, against a warm brown background at Studio Wellington, New Zealand

We had a great time capturing some amazing photos with Ruchika and DJ. Thank you so much for making Cake Smash & Family photoshoot session a memorable one for us. It was great and entertaining experience for our family. Both Ruchika and DJ created a very friendly environment to make kids comfortable and engaged.

Neeleshni Kumar

Radiant family portrait photography featuring ladies in white shirts and blue jeans, and a man wearing a black coat, all smiling against a pristine white background at Studio Wellington, New Zealand

I had a photoshoot done by Ruchika on our 20th wedding anniversary. She and DJ are both very friendly and know their job well. They make a great team. Their photography service in Wellington made our day special forever with the beautiful photos they took. If you’re looking for a photographer in Wellington, Ruchika Jain Photography is the best choice. Thank you both of you!

Suman Sharma

Thank you Ruchika and DJ for the amazing photoshoot. You are such a talented photographer, and we were thrilled with the results from your work. Your ability to conduct a photoshoot with patience and kindness really set the tone for our session. From the beginning your friendliness and calm manner gave us all the confidence we needed. In addition to that the excellence services you offered were reasonable, and we will not hesitate to recommend you to others! Also we will not hesitate to use you again in future Thank you so much.

Suman Sharma

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First experience with a professional Wellington photographer, and I must say we loved every moment. Beautiful studio and setting. Ruchika and her amazing, funny husband were gentle, caring, and patient with our huge family, including our little young kids. Highly recommend; you will feel very comfortable. Great energy, lovely couple, very welcoming, kind, and sweet. We left with huge smiles on our faces. They didn’t rush us at all and captured every moment we will forever cherish. We are super grateful and can’t wait for our photos. Super excited. If you are looking for a place to capture your precious moments with your loved ones, don’t look any further. You are looking at the perfect place for it. If you need a photographer in Wellington, Ruchika Jain Photography is the best choice. Thank you again, Ruchika! From the Allen family.

Adriana Jana Allen

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Thank you so much @Ruchika didi and DJ Sir for the beautiful photos and life time memories.
We had a good time capturing some amazing photos of my little family with you guys. Thank you so much for making this photoshoot memorable and fun. It was a great and entertaining experience. Will definitely recommend you guys to family and others.

Mandeep

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Planning a family photoshoot?

Parents often wonder what to wear, how to keep kids relaxed, and the best spots for family photography. Our Family Photoshoot FAQs cover everything from styling tips to session timing, so you feel prepared for a fun and stress-free experience.

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