Life as we know it
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Life as we know it

Have you ever stopped to think about the beauty in our everyday lives? That’s what the world of everyday photography is all about.

Have you ever stopped to think about the beauty in our everyday lives? That’s what the world of everyday photography is all about. It's not just about grand landscapes or staged portraits. It's about capturing the real, the mundane, and finding the extraordinary within it. Let's explore this through the lens of photographers like Rebecca McDaid, who excel in photographing everyday life in New Zealand.

This genre isn’t just about what we see. It’s about what we feel. A great photograph can evoke emotions, trigger memories, and even challenge our perspectives. It’s a powerful tool for storytelling and connecting with others. These snapshots tell the real stories of our lives. They're relatable and authentic, showing life as it is, not just as we imagine it in grand moments.

Rebecca is a New Zealand-based photographer and has a remarkable talent for showcasing the everyday moments that make Aotearoa so special. Her work stands as a testament to the fact that beauty can be found in the most commonplace of scenes. Through her lens, she takes us on a visual journey, revealing the hidden beauty in the ordinary.

Explore some of her photographs below.

Pohutukawa Tree on the shore line. A Pohutukawa tree on the shoreline, in full bloom. Known as New Zealand's Christmas tree its blooms add a festive flavour to the New Zealand holiday season.
Pohutukawa Flower. A close up of a single red, Pohutukawa Flower blooming in December.
Walking through the daisies. One shoe on and one shoe off. Child walks through the daisy filled paddocks in a single croc.
Springtime Calves. Diary Farm calves enjoying the spring afternoon sun.
Beach walkers - Birds and humans coexist. The endangered New Zealand dotterel/tūturiwhatu shares the beach with the many holiday makers at the is popular beach resort.
Sunflower in the morning sun. Shot from behind the petals that contrast with the blue of the summer morning. A cheerful, mighty flower, loved by bees and other pollinators.
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