Ko Taranaki te maunga. Ko Waingongoro te awa. Ko Aotea te waka. Ko Ngāti Ruanui te iwi.

Ko Taniwha te maunga. Ko Mangamuka te awa. Ko Māmari te waka. Ko Ngāpuhi te iwi.

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Olly Harris is a Māori cinematographer from Tāmaki Makaurau, Aotearoa (Auckland, New Zealand). 

 

Olly infuses his work with a unique blend of cultural insight and visual poetry, crafting cinematic experiences that resonate deeply with their audiences.

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Surrounded by the natural splendor of Aotearoa, Olly has developed a profound appreciation for the interplay of light, life and landscape, sparking a passion for the art of visual storytelling through film.

 

Over 20 years of dedicated practice and hands-on experience has refined his ability to capture moments of emotion and wonder on screen.

 

Throughout his career, Olly has lent his talents to a diverse array of projects, ranging from feature films, television drama, comedy and documentaries, to commercials and music videos, resulting in a body of work that is as visually stunning as it is emotionally resonant, earning him acclaim and admiration from peers and audiences alike.

 

A passionate collaborator, Olly looks forward to hearing from you,