Time for some new business headshots?

Based in Wānaka and available throughout Otago – professional headshots, team portraits, and branding imagery for businesses..

Business Headshots & Portraits in Wanaka + Queenstown

I’m Sam – a Wānaka-based photographer with over a decade of experience creating professional headshots, team portraits, and business branding photos.

I provide on-location corporate headshots and team photos for individuals and businesses of all sizes – from small local teams to nationwide companies. No awkward poses or forced smiles - just images that help you look friendly, professional, and relaxed, while making a strong first impression.

Whether you need a quick LinkedIn update, a fresh profile photo for your website, or a full team shoot, I’ll make the process simple and stress-free. We’ll work quickly, keep it relaxed, and get images that look natural, confident, and far better than a phone snap in the office hallway.

All of my shoots can take place at your workplace with minimal disruption to your workday, anywhere in Otago.

Get in touch today to book your shoot >

“We hired Sampford to take some portfolio and team shots of our staff here in the office. Sampford and his assistant were incredibly professional and made everyone feel comfortable in front of the camera. Sampford's quality and attention to detail keep us coming back for more!”

Bayleys Wanaka

About Me

My name is Sampford (Sam) Cathie and I’m a Wanaka-based photographer that specialises in architectural photography, commercial photography and videography.

I started my own business in Auckland in 2012, and since then I’ve worked with a myriad of clients to help them tell stories and showcase their projects across the country.

In my downtime, my partner describes me as a “serial hobbyist” - I love to play guitar, hit the slopes, do karate and taste wines, although not all at once. Yet.

A waterfall cascading down dark, wet rocks with water flowing over and around large stones at the base.
A man with glasses and a dark button-up shirt standing with arms crossed in a room with framed black-and-white photographs on the wall behind him.

“Sam took new group photos for us last week, as well as headshots. We always feel a bit lost as to where to stand, how to look etc. so we loved that he gave us direction of what looked best and suggestions of different stances. Everything was quick and efficient and professional. Thanks so much Sam we all love our new photos and will definitely be using you again in the future!”

Mike Pero Mortgages Wanaka

Get in Touch

If you’re in need of some new headshots for yourself or your team, then let’s have a chat! Just fill out my form and let me know how many people need photos, your preferred location and any potential dates that work for you.

Once you’ve filled out the form, sit back and relax and I’ll get back to you as soon as possible!