Maternity Photographer Raglan & Waikato
If you're looking for a maternity photographer in Raglan, Waikato or Hamilton — you've found her.
I'm Nami Julia Hampe, a women's portrait photographer based in Raglan, New Zealand, and maternity photography is some of the most sacred work I do. I shoot exclusively at my own special locations here in Raglan, places where the light does something extraordinary and women travel from across New Zealand, Waikato, Hamilton and Auckland to experience it. These sessions aren't just photos. They're a record of a season that will never come again.
See what my clients say:
When to Book Your Maternity Session
The sweet spot for a maternity session is between 28 and 34 weeks — your bump is beautifully full, and you're usually still comfortable enough to move and be guided through the session with ease. I always recommend booking as early as possible in your pregnancy, even if the shoot itself is months away, simply because spots fill quickly and I only take on a limited number of maternity sessions each season. More than anything, I want you to actually enjoy this experience — and that ease and joy always shows up in the images themselves.
Where Your Session Takes Place
Every maternity session happens exclusively here in Raglan — never at a generic location. Over the years I've found my own special spots: quiet clifftops, the black sand beach, open farmland, and pockets of ancient trees that catch the light in a way I've never found anywhere else. These locations aren't just a backdrop. They become part of the story of your session — the wind, the light, the raw natural beauty of this part of New Zealand woven into every photo.
What to Wear
Flowing fabrics in soft, neutral tones photograph beautifully against Raglan's natural landscapes — think soft cottons, silks, or anything with movement. That said, fitted clothing works just as well if that feels more like you; there's no single "right" way to dress for your session. Nude sessions are always available for women who want them, but never required — this is entirely your choice, and I'll guide you either way. The main thing to avoid is anything with busy patterns or logos, which tend to distract from you and the moment itself.
What's Included
Every session begins with a pre-shoot consultation, where we talk through what you're hoping to feel and capture, so there are no surprises on the day. From there, everything is fully guided — you never need to know what to do or how to pose, because that's entirely my job. Sessions range from 45 minutes to 2.5 hours depending on the package you choose, and you'll walk away with a fully edited gallery, ready to treasure for years to come.
Investment
Maternity sessions start from $970, with packages designed to suit different needs — from a shorter, intimate session to a longer, fully guided experience with more locations and more time to relax into the moment.
Your child will one day ask you what it felt like to carry them. These images are your answer. Women travel from all over New Zealand, Hamilton, Waikato and Auckland to shoot with me in Raglan — for the light, the locations and an experience that stays with them long after the gallery arrives.
Ready to Book Your Raglan Maternity Session?
Frequently Asked Questions
When to Book Your Maternity Session
- 28–34 weeks is the sweet spot
- Book as early as possible — spots fill fast
- Why enjoying the session matters — it shows in every image
Where Your Session Takes Place
- Exclusively in Raglan — this is where I have my secret shooting spots
- My own special spots — clifftops, black sand beach, open farmland, ancient trees
- Why the location becomes part of the story
What to Wear
- Flowing fabrics, neutral tones
- Fitted works too - things you feel comfortable in is key!
- Nude always available, never required
- I also have options ranging from size 6-20 I always bring
What's Included
- Pre-shoot consultation
- Fully guided — you never need to know what to do
- Sessions from 45 minutes to 2.5 hours
- Fully edited private gallery