Photographing Weddings at Allely Estate

Allely Estate is the venue I've worked with longest since moving to New Zealand, and it's still one of my favourites. It's practically on my doorstep out in West Auckland, and after all these years I know every corner of it, the manicured gardens, the courtyards, and that lovely old heritage villa that gives you such timeless backdrops.

A big part of what makes Allely special is the team. Athena, who manages the venue, works so closely with couples through all their planning that by the time the day arrives it just runs beautifully, so you get to relax and enjoy it, and I get to do what I do best.

A Polynesian man in traditional attire claps and smiles during a cultural performance at an indoor event.
Bride and groom share first dance at elegant wedding reception with pink draping and floral arrangements.
Bride and groom signing wedding register outdoors in lush garden setting with pink floral bouquet.
Bride and bridesmaids laughing together in matching blush pink robes outdoors among lush greenery.
A bride and groom share a romantic kiss in a lush garden setting, with the bride wearing an elegant updo.
Bride and groom share first kiss at outdoor garden wedding ceremony with white draped arbor and guests applauding.
Groomsmen lifting the groom in the air during a joyful wedding reception with greenery and fairy lights.

A venue that celebrates every culture

Allely has a real gift for cultural weddings, and the work I've shot here is some of the most diverse in my whole portfolio, from Pasifika and Asian celebrations to ceremonies from communities right across Auckland. There's a colour, energy and emotion to these days that I absolutely live for behind the camera, and Allely's team know how to make couples of every background feel completely at home. Whatever your traditions, I'll know how to capture them.



Women in traditional Polynesian skirts perform a cultural dance at a festive indoor celebration with fairy lights.
A smiling Polynesian man in traditional attire with a bone necklace clapping at a cultural event.
Men in traditional white attire perform a cultural dance at an elegant wedding reception with fairy lights.
Traditional Polynesian dancer performs in ornate costume at elegant indoor reception with fairy lights.
Bride in white lace gown dancing with groom in navy suit at elegant wedding reception with pink floral decor.
Woman in traditional gray and black dress poses gracefully at elegant wedding reception with pink floral decor.

Is Markovina Right for You?

Markovina may be a good fit if you want:

  • A garden and vineyard setting close to Auckland
  • Your ceremony and reception in one location
  • Exclusive use of the venue on your wedding day
  • Several ceremony choices
  • Proper wet weather options
  • Food and drinks included within the venue package
  • Plenty of photography locations without additional travel
  • An experienced team who genuinely looks after you
  • Flexibility for different cultures and wedding traditions
  • More time with your guests and less time spent travelling


...and a photographer who already knows every corner of it.


Elegant wedding venue with white draped ceiling, crystal chandelier, stone fireplace, and floral arrangements on a polished floor.
Elegant dessert table display with rows of cupcakes, tarts, and petit fours at a catered event.
Elegant outdoor wedding reception with fairy lights, floral centerpieces, and wooden tables set for dining.
Elegant dessert display featuring chocolate tarts topped with pink cream swirls arranged on a wooden board at a catered event.

Getting married at Markovina? You're in safe hands from the first shot to the last dance. Check your date and let's have a chat.

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