Kamaialei Photography is an Auckland based studio creating timeless, soulful imagery for love, motherhood, and meaningful seasons of life.

Rooted in aroha, every session is thoughtfully crafted to feel effortless, intentional, and deeply personal  preserving the moments you’ll return to for years to come.

Capturing love through every season.

Rarotonga — 15th September 2026

A limited number of sessions available. Capture your story in paradise.

 

 

Kia Ora Im Dawn Boxer, the photographer and founder behind Kamaialei Photography. My passion lies in creating timeless, heartfelt imagery that feels both refined and deeply personal. From the quiet anticipation of motherhood to the joy of family milestones and the beginning of forever, I believe every chapter deserves to be remembered. As a mum myself, I understand how fleeting these moments are, which is why I'm dedicated to preserving them as beautiful keepsakes you'll treasure for generations.


 

 

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"Currently 36 weeks… for me, i’m are unbothered, fatigue, lost my spark & confidence to doll myself up. Dawn made me feel alive & beautiful during this session of shooting! As a person who doesn’t take photos often or has never had a professional photos,

Dawn did her absolute best to make me feel comfortable & special. Everything from the beginning to end of shoot was amazing, from choosing outfits out of her wardrobe that she provides for us, the talks from the car park to the location, her directing of poses if we don’t know what to do, her attention to little details & just being the biggest hype person!!!!

This shows how much passion & pride she takes in her business but also her clients and i’m most grateful that I got to experience that first hand AND it also being my first ever maternity shoot! 11/10 experience & would definitely recommend to ANYONE"!


THANK YOU KAMAIALEIPHOTOGRAPHY✨

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"If you've been unsure about booking a maternity photoshoot, consider this your sign to do it and book with Dawn. My partner and I had such a wonderful experience during our maternity session. From the moment we arrived, Dawn made us feel completely comfortable, relaxed, and confident. She regularly checked in to make sure I was feeling okay and never hesitated to offer breaks when needed. Pregnancy can sometimes make it difficult to feel confident in your changing body, but during our session, I felt genuinely beautiful. Dawn created such a supportive and uplifting environment that I completely forgot about the insecurities I'd been carrying about my weight and stretch marks. That level of care and compassion is something truly special, and it's clear how much she values her clients. I also have to mention her incredible turnaround time. I received a few stunning sneak peeks within 24 hours, and my full gallery was delivered just three days later. Seeing those first images instantly reassured me that choosing to do this photoshoot was one of the best decisions I'd made. Every photo exceeded my expectations, and I know these are memories we'll cherish forever. If you're hesitating because of self-doubt, don't let it stop you from preserving such a meaningful chapter of your life. You won't regret capturing these moments, and with Dawn behind the camera, you'll feel seen, supported, and beautiful every step of the way".


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"We booked both a maternity and a newborn photoshoot with Kamaialei, and she was an absolute angel!


She is not only professional but also incredibly caring and kind. She made us feel comfortable in front of the camera and captured natural, authentic moments that we will cherish forever. She guided us with confidence while also being open to and enthusiastic about our suggestions. It was a real pleasure to share these special moments with her.


We highly recommend her!!!"

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"I truly don’t even have the words to explain how grateful I am for Dawn. Our mini Mother’s Day shoot was such a beautiful experience from start to finish. From the moment we arrived, she made us feel completely comfortable and at home. There was never a moment that felt awkward or forced & everything felt so natural, relaxed, and full of love. She is honestly the sweetest soul and made the entire experience so special for me and my babies. Watching her interact so patiently and gently with my kids melted my heart, and somehow she captured every little moment so perfectly. The cuddles, the smiles, the love between me and my two earth side babies, and my precious little one still growing in my tummy. When I got our gallery back, I cried. The photos came out more beautiful than I could have ever imagined. Every single image feels so full of emotion and love, and they perfectly captured this season of motherhood that means absolutely everything to me after everything we’ve been through. These photos are memories I will treasure for the rest of my life, and I’ll never be able to thank Dawn enough for giving us something so special. She has the most incredible talent and the kindest heart, and I’m so beyond thankful we chose her"

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"My experience was absolutely amazing! Communication was excellent, and I really appreciated the helpful suggestions for beautiful outdoor locations. Kariotahi was the perfect choice. stunning views and so close to home, which made it even better. Kamaialei was incredibly supportive and open to bringing our vision to life. She was caring, thoughtful, and especially attentive to my needs as a mama, which meant so much to me. My partner and I truly felt her positive, uplifting energy throughout the entire experience. it made such a difference. Since this was our first photoshoot and something outside of our comfort zone, we couldn’t have asked for a better person to guide us. Kamaialei creates such a safe, gentle, and loving space. If you’re looking for someone who makes you feel comfortable and genuinely cared for, she is the best".

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"The most amazing experience. My partner and I were lucky enough to have our maternity photo shoots shot with Dawn/ Kamaialei Photography. I felt beautiful, supported and totally comfortable just with Dawns presences alone. To then see that natural glow through her art/photos. Genuinely brought me to tears. Beautiful Wahine, Huge talent and stunning attention to her craft. Her support in making people feel as comfortable and confident as possible. Is top of the table. See you again for New born pics and family shoots girly"!


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"I honestly couldn’t recommend this photographer enough!! We were so grateful to be able to have found Dawn so quickly, as we were looking for someone to take my maternity photos pretty late in my pregnancy, and I wasn’t too sure if I wanted them done, but trust me it’s 100% worth it!! She made us feel so comfortable during the entire shoot, and made everything feel so natural as we had no idea how to pose! I love how she was able to capture such beautifully raw moments of me and my partner together, as well a getting stunning photos of just me alone.


Now I can’t wait to get photos of my new born son!! Thank you so much Dawn for capturing such wonderful memories of my new family, forever grateful!!".


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"If you’re looking for someone who is talented, passionate, and genuinely cares about their clients, this is your sign xx The quality, the lighting, the editing , everything was absolutely stunning. Every image tells a story. The way the sis captured the emotion, the tiny in-between moments, and the natural love in our family is something I’ll treasure forever. Thanks kamaialei Photography".


Phone

 

02108555640

 

Location

 

Auckland, New Zealand

 

Email

 

Kamaialeiphotography@gmail.com