Mandy Caldwell - Mandy Caldwell Photography

About Mandy Caldwell

I’m Mandy Caldwell, a Christchurch-based wedding and portrait photographer with over 14 years of experience. I’m passionate about capturing authentic moments that reflect connection, joy, and beauty - whether it’s a wedding day, family milestone, or branding session. My work blends natural elegance with storytelling, helping you relive your memories for years to come.

Newborn session | Baby Sage

How sweet is little Sage? Her name carries a few sweet meanings, my favourite is ‘one who has attained wisdom’. Sage has two adoring older siblings in Birdie and

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Botanic Gardens Session | Alise & Craig

Alise and Craig braved the rain and headed outdoors for a playful engagement session at Christchurch’s Botanical Gardens. They bought along a beautiful classic car for a few photos

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Leader Valley Wedding | Anne & Richard

Anne and Richard had family and friends come from around the globe to share their day and make it one to remember. They hosted their wedding at a beautifully

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Akaroa Wedding Celebration | Ruth & Adam

I’m so excited to have Ruth and Adam’s stunning Akaroa wedding on the blog! They have already been featured as the Stuff Wedding of the Week – and with

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Omarino Wine Park Wedding | Olivia & Jonny

I first had the pleasure of meeting Olivia and Jonny back in 2016. We had a great chat about their wedding, how they first got together and everything in

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Emily | Christchurch Newborn Photographer

Sweet little Emily came for her newborn photo shoot when she was just 7 days old. I took her big sister Zoe’s newborn photos a couple of years ago.

Mandy Caldwell2022-06-03T02:27:38+00:00

Melton Estate Wedding | Charlotte & Simon

Charlotte and Simon are married!!! Simon and Charlotte met many moons ago while they were working at a local supermarket. Charlotte was working in the bakery while Simon was

Mandy Caldwell2025-03-21T01:03:31+00:00

Terrace Downs Wedding | Tim & Charlie

Charlie and Tim, where do I start? This amazing couple have become great friends of ours as we’ve journeyed with them through the process of planning their wedding to

Mandy Caldwell2025-06-07T12:10:14+00:00

Isaac Heritage Village Engagement Session | Aidan and Laura

I love spring engagement shoots! It’s a great time of the year for it with beautiful light and gorgeous flowers everywhere. Laura and Aidan had the chance to take

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Queenstown Wedding Photo Session – Part 2 | Sammy & Kenneth

This is the second part of a blog capturing Sammy & Kenneth’s pre-wedding trip around the South Island. On day two we ventured outside of Christchurch, taking in the

Mandy Caldwell2022-06-03T02:18:02+00:00