Abi Hackling Photography

07/09/2026

Create with Confidence
1:1 photography mentoring for photographers ready to trust their vision.

I’m really excited to finally open up 1:1 photography mentoring after a lot of badgering!
After 12+ years behind the camera & being an ex-teacher, I’ve learned that becoming a better photographer isn’t just about learning more camera settings.
It’s about understanding why you’re making the choices you’re making.
It’s about developing your eye, finding your style, learning how to work with people, building confidence & knowing what to do when things don’t quite go to plan.
Sometimes, having someone experienced beside you to answer the questions you’re too scared to ask can make all the difference.
My mentoring is completely personalised to you... your experience, your photography & the areas you want to develop.

2-hour focused deep dive session
Perfect for tackling specific questions, challenges or skills.

5-session mentoring experience
A deeper, more structured opportunity to develop your photography, confidence and creative direction over time.

No judgement.
No silly questions.
No one-size-fits-all curriculum.
Just honest, practical mentoring designed to help you become the photographer you want to be.

If you’re ready to stop second-guessing yourself & start photographing with more confidence, then this is your sign!
https://www.abihacklingphotography.co.nz/mentoring-sessions

04/09/2026

Lots of beautiful families have been in front of my camera over the last few months, so thought I'd start sharing!
The Abbotts have definitely grown in number since I photographed their wedding back in 2019. We frolicked, giggled, fell over, ate sand (& marshmallows) & happened to get some photos at the same time!

31/08/2026

Did you know that I also offer head shots & business profiles?
Get in touch if you need a refresh for your website, LinkedIn profile or some updated team photos for your business.

25/08/2026

On Saturday I had the privelige of covering 'A Starlit Night' with Toni Street and Hadyn Jones. A fabulous fundraising event for Gabby's Starlit HOPE raising over $50,000 for Gabby's legacy charity that provides random acts of kindness for children in hospital.
Hosted at the Plymouth International & beautifully put together by Victoria Jayne Weddings with details from Nicci Goodin Designer Florist , Flash Mob Entertainment, The Dinner Table & a live auction with auctioneer Christina Harvey Real Estate.

A link to the group photos can be found here: https://abihacklingphotography.pic-time.com/MvVaN0W7Kxjpx

15/07/2026

The last wedding of the summer season & it was such a goodie!

Jess & Rob have the kind of connection that just flows... full of ease, genuine affection & the kind of laughter that takes over completely… the throw-your-head-back, can’t-catch-your-breath kind. The best kind.

18/06/2026

This fabulous duo are fresh on the blog & I urge you to scroll right down to check out the disco dancing wig wearers!

Once again the Taranaki 'summer' proved to be beyond a forecast, but that didn't deter Harriet & Arthur.

11/06/2026

Megan & Dave officially married back in the States, but we commemorated all over again once they were back in NZ.

14/05/2026

Some engagement goodness up on the blog today...

A gorgeous sunset engagement shoot for these two before they headed back to Canada to tie the knot.

07/05/2026

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24/04/2026

Throwing it back to Megan & Dave's stunning sunset engagement shoot...

Back Beach delivered everything for this engagement session....the soft threat of rain lingering on the horizon, followed by a dramatic sunset that felt straight out of a film.