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.
After all these years in the field, there's not much in photography that catches me off guard anymore.
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.
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.
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!
Mission
EXCITED?
let's dive in!
Zoom Mentoring Session
A 1.5hrs deep-dive session where we talk about exactly what you need. No scripts, no fluff - just an open, honest conversation to help you create work that truly lights you up.
Need feedback on your portfolio? Want to dive into emotive posing or how to attract the right clients? Curious about editing, light, or storytelling? Nothing’s off-limits.
Before we chat, you’ll get a short questionnaire so we can pinpoint exactly what’s been holding you back - and where you’re ready to grow. This isn’t about giving you someone else’s formula. It’s about helping you reconnect with your why, and building everything from there.
Includes:
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1.5-hrs Zoom session
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Pre-session questionnaire
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Personalised support
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Follow-up email or texts
Investment
$400
WANT TO DIVE
even deeper?
IN PERSON MENTORING
What do you wish your portfolio said about you? Bring me your dream session idea - and we’ll bring it to life, together.
Whether it’s confidence behind the camera, knowing how to guide natural connection, or how to style, shoot, and edit with intention - it can sometimes feel like a lot to juggle.
This in-person experience is designed to take the overwhelm out of it. To walk alongside you, camera in hand, and explore what makes your work feel alive again. We’ll shoot side by side, talk through everything - from light to emotion to styling - and you’ll see exactly how I approach a full session.
Let this be the moment you shift into your next creative chapter. I’ll be there cheering you on.
Includes:
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A short pre-mentoring zoom call + questionnaire to map out what you'd love to gain from the experience
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We’ll meet on-location before the shoot to walk the space, plan our light, and talk approach
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Up to 1.5 hour session with a model/family/couple
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After the session (or the morning after if it's a late summer session) we cosy up with our laptops and a cuppa and discuss all things editing and post-processing. You'll walk away with your dream "ready-to-post" gallery and whole lot of knowledge
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BONUS: My presets included
Investment
$1100
LET’S CREATE
something brave
You’re here because something inside you is ready to move - toward more meaning, more clarity, more of you in your work.
Whether you’ve just picked up your camera or have years behind the lens, this is your space to dig deeper. To refine, explore, shake things up, or fall back in love with your craft.
There’s no formula - just honest guidance, fresh perspective, and a shared love for making images that feel.
Tell me what’s calling to you right now - and let’s make it happen.
STEP IN, STEP UP
The camera is just the start - what you bring to it is what gives it heart.