CHRIS TRAILL
Chris Traill Photography
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Biography and Work

People, places, and events photographer, Chris Traill has operated his successful wedding and portrait business, Freestyle Photography, from his Auckland studio for the past 15 years. Freestyle Photography offers professional photographic services with a creative approach to all your personal and commercial photographic needs.

Chris has been awarded "Master of Photography" and  fellow qualifications with the New Zealand Institute of Professional Photography, achievements  awarded to any photographer who has won a high number of awards over a short period of time.

Chris has won over 30 awards (Gold, Silver and Bronze) at the prestigious New Zealand Professional Photography Iris Awards, between 2000 and 2010. His photographs have been part of the associated national touring exhibition of the top images throughout the country, for the last five consecutive years!

Chris' photographs have graced our magazines and books nationwide for the past decade.

With his distinctive style and attention to detail, Chris has a wealth of experience in a wide range of photographic disciplines. Whether it be on the commercial or domestic fronts, Chris' specialities include:

  • Weddings
  • Documentary / Photo essays
  • Travel
  • Reunions  / School balls
  • Events
  • Performing arts
  • Fashion shoots
  • Make-overs / Glamour
  • Magazine editorial work
  • Modelling work
  • Profiles / annual reports
  • Product shoots
  • Promotional / publicity campaigns
  • Graduations
  • Babies, kids, teens
  • Family portraits

For samples of Chris's work, browse through his online portfolio