Wayne Tait has a reputation for capturing outstanding images in both natural and artificial light environments. Based in Mount Maunganui, a beautiful coastal city, two hours south of Auckland, Wayne operates a large commercial studio, delivering images for national and international clients including Zespri, Comvita, Port of Tauranga and Ballance Agri Nutrients.

Wayne specialises in product and still life, people, corporate and industrial. He is renowned for his high standard of work with the attention to detail that makes all the difference in still life and product photography. Another area of expertise is his environmental portraiture. 

Wayne also shoots interiors and exteriors for commercial lighting clients including Philips Lighting, Advanced Lighting Technologies and Enerlink LED.

Wayne quickly builds a rapport with people, from CEO’s to workers, putting them at ease to get the best result.

“Wow... these are amazing. Absolutely perfect. Thanks so much," said client Alex Bygrave, Marketing and Communications Coordinator Advanced Lighting Technologies.

Flash Studios was established in January 2000 by photographer Melanie Jenkins. The first successful wholly digital large and medium format studio in New Zealand, the personnel consists of Melanie Jenkins and Wendy Fenwick and their team including assistants and freelance retouchers.


Specialising in photographing food, product, fashion, beauty, jewellery and interiors, Melanie is always looking for the next challenge and works to produce outstanding quality in all areas.

With the ability to move windows, walls, skirting boards, flooring, etc., the team at Flash Studios can transform the studio for their clients' specific needs. The studio kitchen is well equipped and has plenty of space to allow food stylists and chefs to create their culinary master pieces. Shooting large and medium formats with high-end digital backs in studio, Melanie also regularly works on location.

Clients include Bauer Media magazine titles, Fairfax Media, Nestle, Tip Top NZ, Karen Walker Jewellery, Adrienne Winkelmann, Chelsea, Tegal, Bidvest NZ, Pandoro, Worth and Douglas, Moontide, Bendon NZ, Sleepyhead/Comfort group, Sealy, Draft FCB NZ, AMG Group NZ, This is True, Bobux, Columbus, Random House, Penguin books, Easiyo, Resenes, Essano, Healthy Life Media, Unified Brands, HB Media, Shine agency, Tangible Media, Interact advertising, Shore City, Periscope, Pead PR, Switch Design/PR.

Amanda Aitken is a fastidious New Zealand photographer specialising in architecture and interior photography. With 22 years in the photographic industry - 8 in image labs followed by 14 years behind the camera - Amanda’s fine tuned eye for perfection is clear. 

Having worked as a Head Photographer in London, and returning home to New Zealand in 2007, Amanda now operates from a photographic studio in downtown Mount Maunganui. 

Amanda is passionate about shooting the best angles in the best light to interpret the subject in the most effective way to suit suit the brief. Whether it be small residential or large commercial projects. Amanda works with all types of designers, corporates and industrial clients, along with advertising and design agencies. As an approachable and non-intimidating person, Amanda is able to create a working environment which is both calm and carefully conducted to achieve the best outcome for everyone involved. 

"Impact, inspiration, influence - the pursuit of these qualities lie in each shot taken."

The Pacey Production Company provides world class line production services in New Zealand and throughout Oceania. Efficient and nimble, it has the inside scoop on the best crew and stunning locations on offer, and will tailor everything impeccably to suit brief and budget.

With over 15 years experience producing global print campaigns both in New Zealand and abroad – Executive Producer Briar Pacey’s reach extends further and encompasses short form motion work including the latest 360 VR capture technology. Ensuring all client content needs are met seamlessly in one production.

To see latest client colaborations and to discuss future imagery visit the PPC website.

Mark is a passionate photographer who loves to create moments that capture true emotions and connect with the viewer. He has been internationally awarded for his work and is known as a great collaborator.

Born into the Wild West coast of New Zealand, he has a love of being in the outdoors and a sense of adventure. His relaxed manner with people of all ages and backgrounds help him connect easily and bring out the best in talent.

Mark’s specialties include portraiture, lifestyle, and landscape photography. His images are rich and vibrant with a dynamic mood and texture to them, offering a sense of immersion in the scene.

Mark’s clients include Zyrtec, Pfizer, Mountain Dew, Samsung, Air New Zealand, Warner Music NZ and Tower Insurance among others.

His work has been featured in Communication Arts Photography annual and is represented by IDC Photographers worldwide and in Australia by Hellstudios.

Summer is coming to New Zealand so clients can take advantage of the long daylight hours and the incredible light it's famous for.

Stunning, diverse scenery within a small geographic area partnered with New Zealand’s highly regarded creative talent make a compelling case for shooting in Paradise.

Batch Film has provided solutions for many of the world’s best directors, photographers and production companies like Pulse Films (client: Benjamin Moore) and Iconoclast (client: VW) Check out the latest work for them here.

Batch offers full production services for moving and stills shoots throughout New Zealand, Australia and the South Pacific. It has the equipment and crew clients would expect from the country where Lord of the Rings, Avatar and Pete's Dragon were shot.

Co-founder Iris Weber started out as a professional photographer then moved into the world of cinematography, before she co-founded Batch Film over fifteen years ago.

"We care about the little thing that make the difference. Nau Mai Haere Mai – visit our batch - a friendly and welcoming place you will want to come back to."

Welcome to Showcase New Zealand, brought to you by Production Paradise. This issue features some of the leading photographers currently working out of New Zealand, including Amanda Atiken, Flash Studios, Graeme Murray, Mark Carter, Mead Norton, Simeon Patience, Spid, Wayne Tait, photo and film production and service companies AJ FILMS, Batch Film, Pacey Production Company, location and production company Reel Locations and equipment rental company Staples Rentals. 

You can find more creative professionals and facilities for photographic and film production in our New Zealand Photo and Film directories.

Companies including AMEX, Airbnb, Marie Claire, Nike, Toyota, Vogue, adidas, BMW, Singapore Airlines, Mercedes-Benz, Wrangler, VW, among others, have trusted these professionals with their latest advertising campaigns and editorial shoots.

Be sure to check out our featured events:

• New Zealand Geographic Photographer of the Year Exhibition, until 6th November at Karanga Plaza, Auckland.
• Visible: 60 Women At 60 - portrait photography exhibition by Jenny O’Connor. Until 6th November at Te Manawa, Palmerston North.

Our cover image was shot by Guy Coombes.

Wayne Tait has a reputation for capturing outstanding images in both natural and artificial light environments. Based in Mount Maunganui, a beautiful coastal city, two hours south of Auckland, Wayne operates a large commercial studio, delivering images for national and international clients including Zespri, Comvita, Port of Tauranga and Ballance Agri Nutrients.

Wayne specialises in product and still life, people, corporate and industrial. He is renowned for his high standard of work with the attention to detail that makes all the difference in still life and product photography. Another area of expertise is his environmental portraiture. 

Wayne also shoots interiors and exteriors for commercial lighting clients including Philips Lighting, Advanced Lighting Technologies and Enerlink LED.

Wayne quickly builds a rapport with people, from CEO’s to workers, putting them at ease to get the best result.

“Wow... these are amazing. Absolutely perfect. Thanks so much," said client Alex Bygrave, Marketing and Communications Coordinator Advanced Lighting Technologies.

Staples Rentals is a film industry equipment supplier based in Auckland that caters to the local industry by supplying new and emerging technology from the latest in handheld gimbals and drones to the newest forms of Virtual Reality capture Technology.

Its VR department offers the largest range of VR capture equipment in both New Zealand and Australia, while its team of technicians are available to help bring clients' projects to life.

Its current project lists include:

• Custom designed Fire proof VR rigs for the New Zealand Fire Service.
• 360 VR content for New Zealand exporters such as Methven, Zespri and Comvita.
• Its VR technician Edward Bellamy was the head technician working on the Samsung 'Suicide Squad' VR experience.

Spid’s relaxed attitude, professionalism, technical ability and problem solving has led to many international clients making him the natural choice for their assignments.

Spid has been working for well-known clients like Vodafone Germany, Singapore Airlines, Coca-Cola, Birdseye, Watties, and Mobil just to name a few.

Always looking for new ways to express his art, he embraces a very collaborative approach and is never far away from his camera.