The Wānaka Edit
The Wānaka Edit is a podcast exploring the people shaping Wānaka — their stories, perspectives, and the journeys behind what they’re building.
Through honest, considered conversations, we go beyond the surface to uncover the thinking, risk, creativity, and moments that define life and business in this place.
From founders and creatives to property, hospitality, and community leaders, each episode offers a refined look into what it really takes to build something meaningful in Wānaka.
The Wānaka Edit
Sam Cathie on Creativity and Capturing Wānaka
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In the first episode of The Wānaka Edit, Janey and Hannah sit down with Wānaka photographer and videographer Sampford “Sam” Cathie.
Sam shares how moving from Auckland to Wānaka changed both his work and the life he wanted to build. They talk about his background in fashion and commercial photography, his move into architecture and interiors, and what it takes to create opportunities and build a creative career in a small town.
Sam also shares how Wānaka’s light, landscapes and changing seasons influence his work, along with the personal projects that keep him curious and creatively inspired.
In this episode:
- Moving from Auckland to Wānaka
- Building a creative career in a small town
- Photographing architecture, people and landscapes
- Creating your own opportunities
- The influence of Wānaka’s light and seasons
- Balancing commercial work with passion projects
- Photography as a way of telling stories
About Sam
Sam is a Wānaka-based photographer and videographer specialising in architecture, interiors, lifestyle and commercial storytelling.
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Sampford Cathie
New episodes of The Wānaka Edit are released weekly.
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