THE TEAM
Cassandra Daly
Hello, I’m Cassandra, a Christchurch-based photographer who is passionate about small humans and getting creative. I specialise in the art of newborn and baby portraiture. I am a mum to Hazel and George.
Before taking up photography as a full-time career, I gained a Visual Communications Degree and worked as a graphic designer for several agencies. It was once Hazel was born that I realised how incredible newborns/babies are. I knew instantly this was what I was meant to do – to capture the innocence and beauty of these perfect tiny humans.
Since then I have been in awe of those fleeting moments. The precious baby, I have wished for and then worried about for 9 months finally made her way into my arms. I wanted to document every tiny new detail, from her wrinkly toes to her milk spot covered nose. Before I knew it, she was then my giggling chubby 6 month old who was about to lose her baby fat once she started walking. Hazel has grown into a fiery schoolgirl who loves art, dancing and her little brother George. These moments for me went by in the blink of an eye but I have her portraits forever to tell the story. My family’s story. One I will treasure forever.
It is my unique combination of skill, determination and graphic perspective mixed in with my deep understanding of new love that sets my work apart. Then Hazel adds that little bit of spice and inspiration that makes Hazel&Cass so special.
I will be thrilled to work with your family and create memories that will you will treasure forever.
Maddison | A‘sister’ant
Maddy, who also happens to be my sister, is a bit of a natural when it comes to tiny humans. She work with me full time with me and helps out with all our sessions.
Having her there ensures the utmost in newborn safety, hygiene and comfort. Plus she also studied a degree in graphic design like me and helps provide an extra set of creative eyes!
Hazel & George | My Babies
These guys are my world and the core inspiration for everything we do at Hazel&Cass. You’ll often see them popping up in promotional material and sometimes running around through the studio (Hazels training to be a newborn photographer already). Their bright red hair and equally fiery personalities makes them hard to miss.
You can see more of them and their wild shenanigans on my personal Instagram account @cassandrapdaly though they usually make their way onto the business one too.
“It’s Cassandra’s creative passion for her work, coupled with her technical skills in photography and design that sets her apart from others in the industry. In fact, one of her photography sessions went viral internationally – for all the right reasons: Cassandra captured sibling magic in each frame with an adorable set of red-headed triplets. From a business that was created less than three years ago in Christchurch, New Zealand, to having her work viewed millions of times around the world.” - Stuff.co.nz
HIGHLIGHTS
International Online Newborn Retreat with the Milky Way – Teacher
NZIPP InFocus 2018 – Speaker
NZIPP InFocus 2018 – Sold out workshop
NZIPP IRIS 2018 – 6 awards
AS SEEN IN
D-Photo Magazine Issue 83 (Cover feature)
D-Photo Magazine Issue 84 Sponsored article with Epson
OHbaby! Magazine Spring 2017
Woman's Day Magazine December 2017- Triplets
Woman’s Day Magazine December 2018 - Quadruplets
Woman’s Day Magazine June 2018. Sponsored article with Epson
New Idea magazine - Quadruplet Session
Seven Sharp TV – Behind the scenes in a newborn session and Interview.
Stuff.co.nz – Expert column on baby safety
Stuff.co.nz – Triplet Session
Stuff.co.nz – Quadruplet Session
NZ Herald - Quadruplet Session
Newshub.co.nz - Quadruplet session
How to be a redhead – New York
The Daily Mail UK - Triplet Session
The Daily Mail UK - Quadruplet Session
Nowtolove.co.nz - Quadruplets
Kidspot Australia
Mum Central Australia
Pratical Parenting
The natural Parent magazine -Triplet session
The natural Parent magazine - Quadruplet session
Ana Brant Magazine - Multiples Issue
Ana Brant Magazine - Rainbow babies Issue
Bump & Baby Magazine - Winter 2019
Family Times magazine 2020
Facebook Viral Post - John and Aria
OTHER ASSOCIATIONS
Heartfelt - South Island rep
APNPI Ambassador - Accredited Professional Newborn Photographers
OTHER PLACES TO FIND ME
Go ahead the like the Facebook page if you haven’t already, as this is where I post all my latest work! You can also join our client Facebook group, The Hazel&Cass Club, to get all the info on all upcoming mini sessions.
You can also see behind the scenes on our Instagram stories @hazelandcass or see a bit of my personal life with the kids @hazelandgeorgee