Asukabook Ambassador - Esther Bunning
Esther Bunning's whimsical style of photographing people may be rooted in her own childhood. As a young woman, Esther moved to the city, where her raw creative talents developed a sophisticated edge during textile design studies. After a stint as a graphic designer, she transitioned to photography, making her name in high-end wedding photography. Recently, Esther decided to specialise in portraiture, encouraged by the demand for her distinctive style.
Esther Bunning is one of New Zealand's top photographers.
She has been a loyal & enthusiastic Asukabook user for many years.
Having seen Esther's amazing images grace our books, we understand well why she has so many fans, followers & clients worldwide.
Whenever we display an Asukabook showcasing Esther's photography we invariably hear Oooh's, Aaah's and Wow's!
We suspect they are admiring our books and her photography in equal measure!
Esther's stunning images and Asukabook are, we believe, made for each other!
Esther's Major Awards since 2001
- NZIPP Commercial Photographer of the Year 2001
- NZIPP Wedding Photographer of the Year 2002
- NZIPP Illustrative Photographer of the Year 2007
- NZIPP Finalist: People Photographer of the Year 2008
- NZIPP Wellington Photographer of the Year 2009
- NZIPP finalist: Creative Portrait Photographer of the Year 2011
- NZIPP finalist: Classic Portrait Photographer of the Year 2011
- NZIPP Wellington Photographer of the Year 2011
- NZIPP finalist: New Zealand Photographer of the Year 2011
- NZIPP Highest Scoring colour Print 2011
- NZIPP bar to Fellow 2010
- NZIPP x2 bar to Fellow 2011
- FINALIST: Parkin Drawing Prize 2021
- WINNER: NZIPP Creative Photographer of the Year 2020 + 2021
- WINNER: NZ PROFESSIONAL PHOTOGRAPHER OF THE YEAR 2020
- WINNER: Highest Scoring print award 2021 with 100/100 for The Secret Keeper book
- HONOURABLE MENTION and ‘TOP 5’ Jurors choice at the IPA International Photography Awards
- WINNER: NZIPP Portrait Open Photographer of the Year 2020
- FINALIST: HeadOn International Portrait Award May 2020 NZ Pacific Studio 2020/2021 ANZAC Bridge Fellow
Esther Bunning: 'Fire&Water' behind the scenes from Esther Bunning
