Kia Orana, my name is Alexandra Moana King.
Alex started her photography business 12 years ago.
Alex King Photography is the creative vision of Alex, a Māori woman photographer based in the Cook Islands. With a profound connection to her Māori heritage. Alex uses photography as a powerful tool to tell stories that honor indigenous cultures, people and communities, celebrating ancestral traditions, and bringing attention to the contemporary issues facing indigenous communities.
Specializing in a variety of photography styles, from cultural and environmental photography, to capturing weddings and editorial prints, Alex’s work captures the essence of Māori and Pacific Islander identities, from the vibrant and intricate details of the island to the daily lives of communities. Alongside cultural photography, Alex also has a strong passion for commercial and food photography, merging artistry with precision to create compelling, high-quality visuals for brands and businesses.
At Alex King Photography, the goal is more than just taking photographs—it’s about amplifying indigenous voices, preserving cultural heritage, and creating images that resonate with authenticity and purpose. Every project is an opportunity to connect people to a deeper understanding of indigenous cultures, one image at a time.
Self taught and had not studied photography, Alex chose to build her brand off of real life experiences. Accepting that failure and success is a huge part of our creative journeys and how we develop and grow, and the best way to do that is to get out there and try everything.
Through this visual process, Alex seeks to continually align with her pacific island communities, using emotive imagery and stories that many can resonate with. Whilst this is her passion work, she also thrive in spaces working with businesses locally and globally to create high quality imagery and stories to effectively amplify and fill their marketing gaps.
Over a year ago Alex also co founded and created an NGO in the Cook Islands called
Te Ara o te Akau, being in collaboration with some of her close friends and family who are very passionate about ocean health. This NGO is focused on ocean conservation through coral restoration; aiming to restore areas of our coral reef and lagoon, raising awareness and protecting our marine life, throughout the Cook Islands. You can find a link to the project page here www.tearaoteakau.com
If you are looking for a creative who is truly invested in the intentional work around photography and storytelling, communities and businesses, whether that is for commercial work , documentary, lifestyle or portraiture then get in touch today!
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FAQ
Where are you currently based?
I am living in Rarotonga, Cook Islands. I have lived in Samoa and New Zealand through out my lifetime and travel often.
What are you most passionate about?
I just love what I do. Photography + storytelling is a medium that really enables me to express myself, the things I love, and sometimes what I am concerned about.
What is your photography style & personality?
I'm pretty laid back, and have a very quiet presence behind the scenes. My imagery has darker and punchy tones.
I like to have a sense of humour when I'm working to help ease any tension or angst with clients who may struggle in front of the camera. But I've also always naturally been an anxious person too, so photography has always helped me in this space.
What type of photoshoots are you offering?
I've gone from photographing weddings and portraits 90% of the time to now doing more photo documentary, writing and commercial photography. Currently I offer portraiture, film/photo-documentary, weddings, commercial, product + food photography.
I'm grateful to have been featured in international exhibitions, magazines and local media over the course of my career.
My goal is to capture stories, and socially impactful events in life and share them to bring more awareness and resonation between humans. I advocate a lot for indigenous rights, womens rights against domestic abuse and judicial abuse, climate change, environmental issues, and animal welfare. I've always been passionate about humanitarian work and have a lot of respect for people who do this work on a global scale.
Are you still photographing weddings?
Yes, I am still photographing weddings however not as many as I used to.
Do you offer videography or cinematography?
I don't offer videography for wedding work, however I am now doing short film documentary work for my personal projects and other assignments.
What equipment do you shoot with?
I'm currently using an amazing Medium Format Hasselblad camera and lenses, and Canon cameras with a range of Sigma Art & Canon prime lenses.
Do you travel for photography work?
Yes. I will travel for an additional cost.
I also currently travel for film and documentary projects.
Can we order prints through you?
Yes you can order prints on the Prints page or contact me for more information on the type of prints and sizes you are looking for. I will be opening a print room/gallery in due course!
Do you photograph family portrait + maternity sessions?
Yes I have seperate packages for these sessions, you can contact me to find more information.