Tegan Johnson Photography is now The Little White Studio
WEDDINGSThe Little White Studio
A couple laughing down the aisle as guests throw petals
A black and white kiss among hydrangeas
A bridal party walking and laughing together
Guests waving during a hilltop ceremony
A bride in a long veil among olive trees
A couple among hydrangeas in a sunlit garden
A couple with their baby on their wedding day
Getting ready on the morning of the wedding
A couple exchanging rings during their ceremony
A couple embracing in an olive grove
A table centrepiece of peach roses and daisies
A black and white moment by an arched window
A couple laughing through their first dance on the lawn
A couple sharing their first kiss under a ceremony arch
A couple embracing among tall trees beside a sunlit stream

Wedding photography · Christchurch, Canterbury & Selwyn

Your day. Your way.

Big celebrations, little weddings, beautiful chaos and everything in between. I'm here for the real moments, the good people and whatever your wedding day looks like.

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First things first

A little vibe check...

If you're planning a day full of your favourite people, a whole lot of laughter and probably a few happy tears, I think we'll get along just fine.

I'm all for beautiful photographs, but I'm even more interested in the people in them. The ridiculous speeches. The friends you haven't seen in years. Your grandparents on the dance floor. The way your partner looks at you when you aren't paying attention.

You know, the good stuff.

A bridal party walking together and laughing
Confetti falling over a newly married couple
A couple with their baby on their wedding day

How I work

Your wedding isn't a photoshoot....unless you want it to be

A bride and groom among hydrangeas in a sunlit garden
An hour or two of portraits?Want to sneak away for an hour or two and make some incredible portraits together? Absolutely. I love that stuff. We can wander somewhere beautiful at golden hour and see what happens.
A bride and groom resting their foreheads together under olive trees
Or twenty minutes?Want to give me 20 minutes, get a handful of gorgeous photographs and head straight back to your guests? Also absolutely. I can do a lot under a tree right outside your reception.

There isn't a right way to do this.

I'm a big believer in spending your wedding day actually enjoying your wedding. So we'll work out what matters most to you, make a plan that fits, and I'll capture whatever unfolds.

Little wedding or a whole lot of wedding? Coverage starts from one hour.
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Getting ready on the morning of the wedding

More than someone holding a camera

A photographer. A timeline wrangler. An extra pair of hands.

I've been photographing weddings since 2014, so I've seen most of what a wedding day can throw at you. I'm actively helpful in the lead-up and on the day itself. I'll help you:

  1. 01Plan a realistic photography timeline
  2. 02Work out when and where portraits will fit
  3. 03Organise family photographs efficiently
  4. 04Keep the day moving without unnecessary pressure
  5. 05Adapt when the weather, timings or plans change

I'll happily help get everyone in the right place at the right time. But when the magic is happening all by itself, I'll get out of the way and photograph it.

Looking down on a table centrepiece of peach roses and daisies, with woven placemats and menus
A wedding invitation laid out with rings, earrings, jewellery and sparkly heels among red roses
Wedding and engagement rings resting inside a timber band on weathered wood

The little things

The details matter to me

I LOVE the little details. Your rings get their own wee photoshoot while you're eating dinner. The flowers get worshipped (there's really no other word for it). The tables, the signs, the stationery, and the bits you were still making at 11pm the night before.

Yes, the people matter most. But let's be honest, you've probably poured a disproportionate amount of time, energy and love into these little things. So they matter to me too.

I want to give you a little time capsule. Something you can open years from now and be right back there, close enough to smell the flowers and see everything you poured your heart and soul into.

The human behind the lens

Hi, I'm Tegan.

I've been photographing families since 2010 and weddings since 2014, from my little studio in Lincoln, Canterbury. I'm a mum of two, a professional small-child wrangler, and quite possibly the person crying behind the camera during your speeches.

I get properly invested in my couples and their big moments. Because while I'm passionate about photography, I'm HUGELY passionate about people.

I'd love to meet you over a coffee and hear what you're planning.

Tegan, wedding and family photographer at The Little White Studio

Photography that fits your day

A little wedding or a whole lot of wedding.

Choose the hours you need, add anything you'd love, and skip anything you don't. Every collection is built around your day, with no rigid packages and no pressure to book a full day.

Little weddings & elopements

From $1,700

One hour

Wedding day coverage

From $3,700

Five hours

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Kind words

From a few lovely couples

“Thank you so much for your amazing work at our wedding yesterday. The wedding wouldn’t have been the same without you.”
Celia & Alex
“We couldn't have asked for a better wedding photographer! Tegan was incredibly talented, flexible, and easy to work with. She captured every special moment beautifully and made the whole process stress-free. Highly recommend!”
Blake & Ginny
“Best photographer ever! We had so much fun with Tegan and you can tell she is so passionate about what she does!”
Hayley & Alejandro

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A few favourites

The moments that matter

The portraits, yes. But also the speeches, the dance floor, the family, and everything in between.

A bride and groom laughing down the aisle as guests throw petals A black and white photo of a groom kissing his bride’s shoulder by an arched window Guests turning and waving during a hilltop ceremony overlooking the harbour A bride in a long veil among olive trees A bride and groom laughing through their first dance on the lawn as guests watch A bride in a flower crown laughing A Tudor-style homestead venue framed by leaves against a blue sky A couple sharing their first kiss under a ceremony arch with hills behind A bridal party walking and laughing together Guests on their feet cheering and filming during the speeches in a marquee A couple with their baby on their wedding day Pink crystal glasses and linen napkins on a long timber table Guests singing and dancing together on the lawn at the reception A couple under a stone archway in the city A black and white photo of a wedding dress hanging in a bedroom window, seen through an open doorway A couple embracing in an olive grove A black and white kiss among hydrangeas A couple exchanging rings during their ceremony A wedding dress hanging in a window

Answers to (some of) your questions

Good to know

How many hours of wedding photography do we need?+

It depends on what you'd like covered. Getting ready through to the first dance takes more time than a ceremony and a few portraits. Tell me your plans and I'll help you work out what you actually need, without padding it out.

Will you help us plan our timeline?+

Absolutely. Timeline help is included with every booking. I'll help you work out how many hours you really need and where the photos fit best, so nothing feels rushed.

What if we don't want lots of posed photographs?+

Then we won't do lots! We'll get the family photos you care about and a few of the two of you, and the rest of the day is yours. I'll photograph what happens naturally.

Do you photograph small weddings and elopements?+

I love them! Coverage starts from just one hour, so little weddings and elopements are very welcome.

Do you travel outside Christchurch?+

Heck yes! Travel within 20km of central Christchurch is included. Beyond that, travel may be charged at the standard IRD mileage rate. Destination wedding? Send me your plans and we'll work it out.

How do we book?+

Have a play with the collection builder, then get in touch. Once we're happy with the plan, a signed contract and a 30% booking retainer hold your date.

More questions? See the full FAQ on the pricing page.

Think we'd get along?

Tell me what you're planning. The big stuff, the little stuff, and anything you're particularly excited about. I'd love to hear it.

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A couple among hydrangeas in a garden on their wedding day