A Heartfelt Family Session at Waihirere Domain with Charmaine
Family sessions are always special, but when you get to capture moments for a family visiting from abroad, it adds an extra layer of...
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Maria Wilkens
Oct 232 min read
"Illuminate Me" Personal Branding Session with Zena
Every now and then, I have the honor of working with someone truly special, and Zena from Dots on Rocks  is one of those people. I’ve had...
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Maria Wilkens
Oct 211 min read
Love in Focus: A Golden Engagement Session in Gisborne
Engagement sessions are some of the most heartfelt moments I get to capture at Hazel Blue Photography. There’s nothing quite like...
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Maria Wilkens
Oct 212 min read
Beth & Dylan: A Wedding to Remember
Let me take you through Beth and Dylan's wedding—an unforgettable event that was nothing short of a rollercoaster ride, brought to you by...
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Maria Wilkens
Oct 212 min read
A Magical Maternity Session at Makorori Beach: A Florist's Vision Brought to Life
Every now and then, a session comes along that truly takes your breath away. When the mother of this stunning mama-to-be reached out to...
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Maria Wilkens
Oct 212 min read
Picture-Perfect Moments: A Family Session for a Photographer Mama
As a family photographer based in Gisborne, I’ve captured all kinds of sessions over the years, but there’s a special kind of pressure...
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Maria Wilkens
Oct 212 min read
A Golden Maternity Session – Pure Perfection
This maternity session was nothing short of golden magic, and I’m not just talking about the glitter! Everything about the evening felt...
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Maria Wilkens
Oct 212 min read
The Forest Song, Part Two: Celebrating Motherhood with a Breastfeeding Photoshoot in Gisborne
As part of my ongoing "The Forest Song" Â series, this latest session was all about honoring one of the most intimate and fleeting moments...
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Maria Wilkens
Oct 183 min read
Mama & Daughter Session: Capturing Pure Joy with Rebecca and Seren
As a family photographer in Gisborne, New Zealand, I love creating meaningful, joyful memories for families. Recently, I had the pleasure of
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Maria Wilkens
Jul 52 min read
Embracing Enchantment: The "Forest Song" Photoshoot
Welcome to Hazel Blue Photography, where we celebrate the beauty of women and nature through stunning, heartfelt images. I’m excited to...
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Maria Wilkens
Jun 202 min read
After Dark Lantern Engagement Session at Okitu Beach
I’m so excited to share this magical after-dark engagement session at Okitu Beach with you today! When Willow and Justin reached out...
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Maria Wilkens
Jun 193 min read
Top 10 Family Photography Spots in Gisborne
Hidden Gems Gisborne, New Zealand, is a paradise for photographers, offering a variety of stunning locations perfect for capturing family...
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Maria Wilkens
Nov 8, 20232 min read
Capturing Moments that Matter: A Day with Gorgeous Twins and a Hint of Rainbow
At Hazel Blue Photography, every family shoot is a unique adventure. Recently, I had the privilege of working with an absolutely...
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Maria Wilkens
Aug 4, 20232 min read
A Magical Family Photoshoot on a Farm: Where Love and Nature Unite
As a family, maternity, and newborn photographer in Gisborne, I have had the pleasure of capturing numerous heartwarming moments for...
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Maria Wilkens
Jun 11, 20226 min read
5 Tips to Prepare for your Newborn Photo Session
The minute you saw your baby, you fell head over heels in love. Those chipmunk cheeks, wrinkly hands, and their tiny little body have...
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Maria Wilkens
Nov 1, 20212 min read
What is Lifestyle Family Portraiture?
Most of the time, I just say that I take family portraits, and I try to explain that I go for an authentic, unposed style. But...
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Maria Wilkens
Nov 1, 20213 min read
8 perfect outfit tips for family portraits
One of the unexpected joys I’ve experienced since becoming a parent is how much fun I have dressing my kid. I mean not actually getting...
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