Presets & Education | Hazel Blue Photography | New Zealand
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Presets & Education

Hey there, fellow photographer!

First off, I just want to say how excited I am to have you here, ready to take the next step in your photography education. It's a thrilling journey we're about to embark on, and I can't wait to witness your growth and success!

Nice to meet you

I'm Maria and I've been hanging out behind the camera for over 15 years now. Thanks to my trusty master's degree in Graphic Design, Photoshop and Lightroom have been my creative playgrounds for as long as I can remember.

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After all these years in the field, there's not much in photography that catches me off guard anymore.

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I'm really excited about the prospect of sharing my knowledge with you and helping you take your photography business to new heights.

My motto is all about making technology and processes simpler, so you can enjoy a smoother life and watch your business flourish.

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Picking a mentor is a big step, and I'm genuinely honored that you're considering me for the role. I've strolled down the same path you're on now, so I truly understand the value of investing in your business. Let's jump into this together and elevate your photography career.

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Vision

My vision as a photography mentor is to help you tap into your creativity and thrive in the ever-changing photography landscape. I want to create a friendly community where you not only become a better photographer but also a smart business owner, making technology work for you while keeping the joy of photography alive.

Mission

My mission is simple: to treat you with kindness and respect you for who you are, ensuring that your voice is heard. Here, no question is too small or too silly. I aim for you to leave with a newfound friend in your corner, one who is ready to celebrate every small victory and cheer you on as your most enthusiastic supporter! 👏

Excited? Let's dive in!

Online Editing Session

I'm excited to offer you convenient 1-hour Zoom editing sessions with me. Let's face it, who has an abundance of free time these days, am I right?

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These are perfect if you're stuck with editing a particular gallery, want to know more about my editing process, or are trying to achieve a look and feel similar to mine for your galleries.

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I am an open book; you can ask me anything during our session, from marketing and posing to gear advice, and of course, all things editing.

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How will it work?

  1. You send me 2 of your RAW images one week prior to our session.

  2. I'll send you back a quick preview of the final edits the way I would do them so that we're on the same page.

  3. We schedule the time for your editing session.

  4. During our 1-hour session, we will edit 2 of your images and create YOUR OWN customized preset to use for shoots in your preferred locations and lighting scenarios.

  5. After we're done editing, you are welcome to ask any questions you have for me.

  6. Bonus - The Dreamy Dusk Preset is included in your online session.

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Price: $350

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$100 non-refundable retainer due to book.

*Must not conduct business in Gisborne Region, NZ

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Inquire About Online Editing Session

Is this your first session with me?
Do you have latest desktop Lightroom version available?

Thanks for inquiring. I'll get back to you soon!

Bid farewell to sky replacements and extensive brush works - Dreamy Dusk AI Preset will do
it all for you.

Have you ever turned up for a long-awaited session, expecting that magical golden hour glow followed by pinky blue hour hues, just to see grey gloomy skies with not a ray of sunshine? One thing us, photographers, can't control is the weather. And as much as we love those overcast conditions for editing, in my 15+ years in business I've never seen a client saying "Yay!" to grey skies during their photoshoot. 

I developed this preset presicely with that situation in mind.

Let's make that grey sky burst with colour and "WOW" your clients again and again!

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What you're getting with this preset:

  • Skies from pinky clients' dreams

  • Skin tone and white ballance adjustments

  • Perfect greens - not too yellow, not too neony

  • Crystal clear water hues - I highly recommend this preset for shoots next to the water

  • Painterly Background effect to tie it all together

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Technical specifications:

Compatible with:

  • Adobe Lightroom Classic 11.4+

  • Mac and Windows 

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For best results you should use this preset with the newest version of Lightroom Classic on your computer.

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This preset uses AI technology that at this stage is NOT available for Lightroom Mobile.

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No returns are possible due to digital nature of this product.

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Not sure if this preset is right for you? 

Watch this "Edit with me" YouTube video to make sure it is.

Dreamy Dusk AI Preset

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