New Zealand's Wedding Photography and Videography
An all-inclusive package with a $1 booking deposit!
About Shutter
Shutter is a massively value-driven company that offers timeless, authentic coverage that honours your day exactly as it happens.
Hi, I’m Nicu Castravet. I’ve been passionate about photography and videography for years, and in 2018, I turned that passion into my full-time profession.
I realised couples no longer want fake smiles or stiff posesâthey want moments that feel real. Weddings arenât about staged perfection; theyâre about raw, unfiltered emotion, and thatâs exactly what I capture.
I am a master of blending in and capturing everything as it happens. The nervous laughter before the vows, the proud tears during speeches, the amazing energy of the dance floor, the smiles of your guestsâitâs all documented.
This isnât just wedding photography and videography; itâs storytelling. Every photo, every frame of film is crafted to preserve the full, unvarnished reality of your wedding day. Itâs about creating a visual narrative youâll look back on and instantly feel transportedâbecause itâs real.
If youâre looking for posed, cookie-cutter shots, this isnât for you. But if you want a full, honest record of the love, magic, and beauty of your wedding dayâthis is it.
Why Shutter
Shutter delivers exceptional wedding photography and videography. I go beyond just showing up with a camera, ensuring every couple receives unmatched care and deliverables, without shortcuts.
Custom Coverage: Whether you want the full experience from getting ready to the last dance, or just specific moments captured, I offer the flexibility to fit your needs. No time limits, no rushed schedulesâjust a commitment to telling your story the way you want it. Full-day or selective shoots, itâs up to you.
Extensive Deliverables: With Shutter, youâre not just getting a few photos or a basic highlight reel. For the time weâre there, youâll receive a wealth of content that captures every key moment, ensuring nothing is missed or forgotten. From the small details to the big moments, everything is preserved for you to relive.
No Shortcuts: Shutterâs service is rooted in professionalism. Thereâs no “cowboy” approach. This is not just wedding coverage; itâs a curated experience designed to give you the best.
Flexible Payment Options: The payment plan (starting with a small upfront deposit and manageable monthly instalments) ensures that premium-quality photography and videography are accessible without requiring the full amount upfront.
Authenticity at the Core: Shutter doesnât chase staged moments or fake smiles. The focus is on authenticityâcapturing the raw emotions, the candid laughter, and the real love that defines your day. This creates timeless memories that donât feel forced or overproduced.
The Process
Text or call 021 086 49108, email, or use the contact form to get in touch anytime, 7 days a week. I’m here to help with any questions or enquiries.
Shutter is redefining wedding photography and videography, driven by what people truly want. Offering complete, professional, and authentic packages, we ensure your wedding memories are not just captured but elevated into something extraordinary. No shortcuts, no compromisesâjust everything you need.
The Service
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Coverage
Full-day coverage, capturing every aspect of your wedding in great detail, from getting ready to the very end.
THE DELIVERABLES
- A gallery of ~1,500 professionally edited photos of your wedding day (perfect for sharing and printing).
- A full-length documentary of your wedding day (~3h), capturing every heartfelt moment.
- A 3-minute highlight film, perfect for sharing with friends.
- A beautifully crafted 20-minute short film, capturing the most memorable moments of your day.
- A 3-minute vertical clip, tailored for social media platforms.
- A full-length speeches film, preserving every heartfelt word.
- A complete ceremony film, capturing the vows and traditions in their entirety.
- A full first dance film, showcasing this iconic moment in detail.
Payment Options
Option 1: Upfront payment
Pay $5,990 upfront and secure your wedding shoot then and there.
No more payments after that.
Option 2: Three payments
Secure your date with a $1 deposit.
Two weeks later, pay $399 to confirm your commitment.
The final balance of $5,590Â is due two weeks after that if you decide to proceed with the full plan.Â
Change your mind at any stage. T&C’s apply.
Option 3: Instalment Plan
Secure your date with a $1 deposit.
After that, pay just $499 per month for 13 months to cover the remaining balance.
Change your mind at any stage. T&C’s apply.
Service Area: New zealand
What my clients say
My documentary wedding photography and videography service does not go unnoticed.
Nicu reached out after I posted an ad looking for a wedding photographer. He was an absolute pleasure to deal with leading up to the wedding and a wonderful photographer on the day! Not only was his photos amazing he was very nice and easy going which suited us to a T! He also did an excellent wedding video for us couldnât be happier with the end results all my guests complimented how great he was on the day and asked how I found him! I believe heâs focusing more on videography now but if youâre looking for a sign this is it! Get in contact with him for sure! Pricing was absolutely great also with payment plans which are super easy to deal with âșïž would recommend to anyone looking!
Sharlene A
You will not regret hiring Nicu! He filmed our whole wedding and not only is 100% professional, easy to have around and absolutely lovely, he is an ABSOLUTE PRO with videoing and editing. Couldnât have had a better person on the day and the video we have received is beyond anything we ever imagined! 1000% RECOMMEND! What and incredible job - he did not miss one detail and now we have our amazing day on video for life - Thank you Nicu - youâve given us a priceless gift!
Sophie K
Nicu who captured our wedding day did such a great job! Our family gathered around last night and watched the video together. WE LOVE IT SO MUCH!!!!! We woke up this morning and watched it again and again. Just WOW!!! We can't thank Nicu. Not only for your beautiful talents as a videographer and a photographer, but for your kind and cheerful heart you brought to the wedding. Thank you for capturing the best night of our lives. We are seriously speechless and forever grateful for your hard work. We are also so glad that you had so much fun. We will definitely hire you for EVERY family event now haha. Although he was not supposed to take photos at the preparation time prior to the ceremony, he took the initiative to do so anyway and it is very much appreciated. Again.. WOW! Keep blessing families with your wonderful work. 100000/10!!
Laisa F
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I capture the genuine emotions of the couple and their guests, delivering authentic content of your special day, much like a reality TV showâbut with heart, love and magic. My full-service covers everything, offering full photography and videography from beginning to end.
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