ABOUT

“HEY! I’M DILLON. NICE TO MEET YOU”

Learn a bit more about me and why I love what I do...

My passion for photography started back in 2016. Landscape photography is what really peaked my interests. I would take my camera with me everywhere, looking for the most epic sunsets/sunrises. I enjoyed every part of it but I didn't really have the first clue how to use my camera to its capacity. So I decided I wanted to learn more and in 2017 I earned my level 5 diploma in digital photography.

I shot my first wedding at the end of 2017 and as nerve wracking as it was, I loved it! Since then I have photographed 50+ weddings, sneaking away in the offseason for some landscape goodness. In July 2022, I decided I would become a full-time wedding photographer as this is what I am truly passionate about. The satisfaction I get from being able to create life long memories for my couples is what keeps me motivated and keeps my passion alive!

I have two beautiful children, they are a huge factor in why I do what I do. To be able to work a "job" and provide for them doing what I love, there is no better feeling. I spent my fair share of time working the classic 9-5 but I knew deep down this is what I wanted to be doing. I feel very grateful and fortunate to be in this position, making dreams become a reality!

A few fun facts about me...

  • I worked in electronic retail sales for 10+ years, selling everything from TVs to laptops to fridges & washing machines. Finding the most enjoyment in helping people choose the best camera for their needs.

  • I boarded at Wairarapa College during my high school years and loved every second of it!

  • I'm a pretty good juggler, if you ask nicely I might show you!

  • I'm a huge music lover, I enjoy all genres but you'll typically hear me listening to some hip-hop/rap/RnB bangers!

  • I have travelled to a few countries. U.S.A (Hawaii), Fiji and Austrailia. Japan facinates me though, and would love to go there one day.

  • Spiders scare the s**t out of me! Daddy long legs-fine, jumping spiders-fine. Anything else, especially big ones, noooooo thanks!

Check out some of my most recent landscape photos

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  • Ashleigh and cameron cofts, wedding at Anam Cara gardens otaki

    “My partner and I are quite shy in front of the cameras, but Dillon and the team truely made it a comfortable experience, to the point where we felt we were alone and could be ourselves. Dillon also gave us some prompts and utilised my veil and little details throughout the day which gave us epic shots! We received our sneak peak photos within 48 hours and my partner & I are in love with them! To the point that we had tears in our eyes, it truely was more than we could ever ask for! Dillon really caught all the raw and perfect moments and looking back on them truely makes us think we are reliving the day again! We could not recommend Dillon enough”

    -Ash + Cam | Anam Cara, Otaki

  • kelsie and nathan kapene wedding masterton

    “Dillon was so insightful and professional throughout the whole process which made everything easy for us. He made everyone feel comfortable and relaxed with his humour and captured our day perfectly! We are so obsessed with our photos and can’t thank Dillon enough ! Highly recommend!”

    -Kelsie + Nathan | Masterton

  • “Absolutely amazing. Above and beyond. My photos are more than I could have ever asked for. Thanks again”

    -Kelly + Jakson | Lacewood, Wairarapa

  • Kelsie and hayden, the landing masterton

    “Dillon makes you feel comfortable and relaxed during what is easily a stressful time. He was very organised and respectful throughout the entire process. We will be forever grateful of the beautiful images captured of a special time in our lives, will forever treasure the photos”

    -Kelsie + Hayden | The Landing, Masterton

  • "Dillon was easy and efficient to communicate with. His is organised but also very easy going and happy to do what ever we wished. The photos are even better then we envisioned. Highly recommend"

    -Kelsey + Ben | Wairarapa

  • "Just W O W... Dillon is an incredibly talented photographer who makes you feel comfortable. Highly recommend him at D.A Photography."

    -Alice + Scott | Carterton, Wairarapa

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