Tutus. Rain. And a girl stepping boldly into thirteen.
Eden turned 13 this June, and to celebrate, we created something a little wild, a little gritty, and full of movement. As a dancer, Eden wanted her birthday shoot to celebrate her love of dance - so, equiped with ballet gear, hop hop gear, and contemporary gear, we headed out into stormy skies and puddles.
This wasn’t your typical portrait session.
It was more like a moving poem - a celebration of change, of growing up, and of being brave enough to dance in the rain.
Creative Birthday Photoshoot Ideas for Teens
If you’re looking for creative teen photoshoot ideas that go beyond balloons and cake, this session is proof that you can do something totally different - and still make it deeply personal.
Whether it’s:
- A dance-inspired shoot on location
- An edgy fashion-style portrait session
- A natural, documentary-style day in the life
Kristy will collaborate to create something that reflects your teen’s real personality and passions.
Why This Shoot Worked
- Real emotion: I didn’t chase perfect smiles - I captured Eden as she is, rain and all.
- Unexpected backdrops: Tunnels gave texture, story, and symbolism - the path ahead, choices, movement.
- Florals with edge: Styled by The Wildstyler, the tiny bouquet softened the scene but kept things raw and elegant.
- Dancer-led movement: Eden’s poses brought fluidity and power, giving the whole session a sense of storytelling in motion.
Looking for a Teen Portrait Photographer in New Zealand?
Whether it’s a birthday, a coming-of-age moment, or a creative session “just because,” I love working with teens to capture something honest and wild and a little bit different.
We can shoot outdoors, in your home, at the beach, or somewhere totally unexpected - rain or shine.
📍 Based in Levin, and available for portrait sessions NZ wide.
