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We’re thrilled to share something we’ve been working on behind the scenes… Ruth Gilmour Photography has officially become Gilmour Studios! This isn’t just a new name. It’s the next step in our growth, from a one-person brand to a creative studio with more hands, more ideas, and even more ways to bring your stories to […]

Commercial, Commercial Photography, Personal

October 28, 2025

New name, same heart. Ruth Gilmour Photographer is Now Gilmour Studios!

We’re thrilled to share something we’ve been working on behind the scenes… Ruth Gilmour Photography has officially become Gilmour Studios! This isn’t just a new name. It’s the next step in our growth, from a one-person brand to a creative studio with more hands, more ideas, and even more ways to bring your stories to […]

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This week we officially opening the new studio space on London Street. It was such a privilege to celebrate with our business village of friends, clients, and connections who have supported us in opening the space! The evening met our vision of being welcoming, full of laughter, and buzzing with energy! One of the guests […]

Personal, Studio

September 1, 2025

Studio Launch Party

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I accidentally learned something about confidence at my 40th birthday party.The theme was Never Grow Up, and I went full cowgirl Barbie. Pink two-piece, boots, the lot. And as I looked around the room, everyone was having way more fun than usual.Not because anyone needed permission to have fun, but because dressing up helped us […]

Personal, Photography tips

August 11, 2025

Barbie and Overcoming Awkwardness: How to show up confidently in photos

I accidentally learned something about confidence at my 40th birthday party.The theme was Never Grow Up, and I went full cowgirl Barbie. Pink two-piece, boots, the lot. And as I looked around the room, everyone was having way more fun than usual.Not because anyone needed permission to have fun, but because dressing up helped us […]

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I accidentally learned something about confidence at my 40th birthday party. The theme was Never Grow Up, and I went full cowgirl Barbie. Pink two-piece, boots, the lot. And as I looked around the room, everyone was having way more fun than usual. Not because anyone needed permission to have fun, but because dressing up […]

Commercial, Event Photography, Events, Headshots, Personal, Personal Branding, Photography tips, Portrait

May 20, 2025

Barbie, branding & feeling awkward: How acting can help you show up confidently in photos

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Within the space of a week, we had no job and no home. With non-essential workplaces shut down, no health insurance covering the pandemic, and reduced flights back to NZ we began to feel nervous about continuing to live in the States. We were swimming in our apartment pool when we were asked to get […]

Personal

March 28, 2020

Covid – 19 Our isolation story

Within the space of a week, we had no job and no home. With non-essential workplaces shut down, no health insurance covering the pandemic, and reduced flights back to NZ we began to feel nervous about continuing to live in the States. We were swimming in our apartment pool when we were asked to get […]

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We are about to enter into a new season with the arrival of our second child and I feel both nervous and excited for what the next few months will bring. As I contemplate adding another little human to our tribe, I have also begun thinking about the future and what balancing family and work will […]

Personal

November 28, 2017

A baby and a break

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It’s like a Scandinavian Airbnb and your dream Pinterest board had a baby, and that baby grew up to be the studio of our dreams. With creamy textures, soft natural light, warm wood tones, and effortlessly cool styling, this space was designed for photographing in! Who’s it for? Why Shoot here? The Light… Chef’s Kiss We’re talking […]

Business branding, Commercial, Headshots, Maternity, Newborn, Personal, Personal Branding, Photo tips, Photography tips, Portrait, Product, Studio, Styled Shoot, Teams

July 31, 2015

Meet Your New Favourite Photo Studio in Hamilton

It’s like a Scandinavian Airbnb and your dream Pinterest board had a baby, and that baby grew up to be the studio of our dreams. With creamy textures, soft natural light, warm wood tones, and effortlessly cool styling, this space was designed for photographing in! Who’s it for? Why Shoot here? The Light… Chef’s Kiss We’re talking […]

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