Island stories
Tahiti Moorea photography blog by Nico
A golden hour maternity session in Tahiti
A first pregnancy, a sunset at Tahiti Lagoon Resort, and a light that never stopped changing. Here's how Céline and Guilhem's maternity session unfolded.
One year later: when wedding photos come alive
That morning at the Creative Market in Tahiti, Amélie ran into Mathilde and Franco by chance. Their little girl in the stroller, one year of marriage that very day. Mathilde looked at her and said: "We looked at the photos last night. It's magical to think they'll be with us our whole lives." She came home and told me, and I felt something catch in my throat. Because that's exactly why we do this.
Moorea photo session in the rain: was it the right call?
End of rainy season, storms, gray skies. And yet, Roxane and Dorian's honeymoon photos are among the most beautiful of the season. Here's what happened.
Planning a marriage proposal in French Polynesia: What nobody tells you
French Polynesia is one of the few places in the world where a proposal can happen in complete seclusion, under a light that transforms everything. Discover how we plan and photograph marriage proposals in Tahiti, Moorea and Bora Bora down to the very last detail.
Drone laws in Tahiti: what changed in 2026
Since January 2026, flying a drone in French Polynesia without professional certification is illegal. Whether you're traveling with your own drone or booking aerial photography here's what actually changed, and what it means for you.
Proposal photographer in Moorea: how we organize it
You have the ring. You have the person. Here's how we help you plan the perfect proposal in Moorea or Tahiti from the location to the film delivered the next day.
Family photo session at golden hour in Tahiti
Some evenings in Tahiti, the light doesn't just illuminate. It wraps around everything. A couple, their little girl, and one hour and a half of golden light at the InterContinental Tahiti — three lighting atmospheres, and images that will last a lifetime.
Tetiaroa, the atoll that turns the world away
Tetiaroa doesn't welcome everyone. I arrived by private plane at the request of a family staying at The Brando. Here's what a full day on the most exclusive atoll in French Polynesia looks like through my lens.
Family photographer in Huahine, French Polynesia
Two little girls, a wild beach at the edge of the island, and Huahine doing what Huahine does best. Here's what happened.
The heart-shaped motu at Le Taha'a resort
Sierra has known French Polynesia since she was a child — but Le Taha'a was a first. To officially announce her engagement to Josh, she chose this Relais & Château, morning light on the lagoon, and a heart-shaped motu seen from above.
Elope in Moorea: your complete French Polynesia guide
Can you really get married on a beach in Moorea — just the two of you, no officiant, no guests, no paperwork?
Yes. And it's often the most powerful thing a couple can do.
Here's everything we wish someone had told you before.
This Moorea beach is never the same twice
Ta'ahiamanu is never quite the same. That morning, it looked like an atoll — crystal-clear water, white sand — with Moorea's caldera rising behind it. Alfreda and Anthony were there to celebrate 19 years of marriage. What they experienced that morning was unlike anything else.
Surprise proposal on a deserted motu in Moorea
A boat, a deserted motu, golden hour over the lagoon. Pierce had planned everything in secret — including us. Megan's surprise proposal in Moorea, told from behind the scenes.
Elope in Huahine: intimate beach wedding in Polynesia
vows on white sand, champagne, drone footage and outfit change: Océane & Ariihau's intimate ceremony in Huahine, French Polynesia's best-kept secret island.
Aerial drone session at Le Taha'a — Sierra & Josh
Some places keep their secrets. Le Taha'a by Pearl Resorts reveals its most beautiful one only from above.
Engagement shoot in Taha'a: Sierra & Josh
She's been coming to French Polynesia since she was a little girl. She plans perfect weddings for a living. And for her own engagement shoot at Taha'a, Sierra wanted one thing: to hand the reins to someone else. Here's what happened that morning on the motu.
Moorea couple photography: Love meets polynesian magic
Discover Christelle and Thierry's experience session in Moorea: drone footage, multiple locations, sea turtle and shark. Authentic couple photography.
Why you get your wedding photos in 24 hours
The day after your destination wedding in Tahiti, while most couples begin a 6-week wait, you're already showing your mom back home that image of you reading his letter. Your best friend the moment you discovered the rings. Your husband that photo where your son wraps you both in his arms. Discover why this approach changes everything—and what goes far beyond 24-hour previews.
Featured in Albe Editions: what it means for you
There are collaborations that make sense from the start. Not because they're good for business, but because they reflect a shared vision of what truly matters in a wedding. Being featured in Albe Editions' directory isn't just a listing—it's a recognition that the way I approach photography aligns with what discerning couples worldwide are actually looking for.
Moorea Sunset Family Session: 3 Generations
Seven people, three generations, one unforgettable Moorea sunset. Jaime gathered her entire family for a session where light became the storyteller — parents, young couples in love, and their 15-year-old son. Nature's bonus: a stunning rainbow.
