Kate Craig Brown is a Queenstown photographer specializing in proposals, couples, families, and elopements throughout New Zealand. Whether you’re planning a surprise proposal, documenting your love, or gathering the family for updated photos, Kate is dedicated to telling your story in a way that feels honest, meaningful, and beautiful. She captures the memories that matter most, from shouting your love from a snowy mountaintop to sharing quiet moments by the lake or chasing kids through native New Zealand forests.
With extensive experience helping over 600 couples pop the question, Kate has perfected the art of discreet documentation against breathtaking backdrops. From adventure-filled helicopter flights to intimate lakeside strolls, she helps plan the perfect proposal moment and captures it flawlessly. Her approach combines careful planning with an artistic eye, ensuring every significant detail is preserved while maintaining the authenticity and emotion of the occasion.
Kate’s couple adventure sessions are designed around each unique love story, getting outdoors to find the best scenery and create epic imagery. The possibilities are endless, celebrating your love, engagement, friendship, or any milestone that matters to you. Her adventurous imagination and willingness to explore make every session a unique experience tailored to your vision. For those dreaming of eloping in New Zealand, Kate also runs Lost in Love, a full-service elopement brand offering comprehensive planning, photography, videography, celebrants, styling, and everything needed to create a cinematic, stress-free wedding in the wild. Her family sessions capture beautiful moments amidst Queenstown’s stunning natural landscapes, ensuring your family’s special memories are preserved in a way that feels real and true to who you are.




