CELEBRATING YOU 50





over 50 PROJECT

It’s your time to shine!

A celebration of women in their 50s, 60’s, 70’s and beyond.

MODERN EMPOWERING ELEGANCE

When was the last day you felt like you were being pampered on a spa day or got to wear a fabulous dress?

When did you look at yourself in the mirror and think, I am going to do something so incredible for me?

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STARK DUNEDIN family child pets staff commercial portrait environmental portrait natural light strobe light portraiture headshots shotz photography donna-marie stark  otago NZ surprise proposal graduation dance photos
STARK DUNEDIN family child pets staff commercial portrait environmental portrait natural light strobe light portraiture headshots shotz photography donna-marie stark  otago NZ surprise proposal graduation dance photos

“Looking back, we started the Celebrating You Experience in 2007. This was a way to give women a chance to see themselves as so much more than their everyday. A chance for them to see how others see them and as a way to have fun, reclaim some confidence and self esteem. I have witnessed, hand on heart, the transformation of client’s as their photo shoot progresses. From chrysalis to butterfly, it’s amazing. I show ladies the back of my camera every so often, and wow, they finally see themselves as I see them. Beautiful, strong, elegant, stunning women. Some arrive at the studio quiet and shy and by the end of the session they have reclaimed their place in the world, emerging strong, excited, confident. What an awesome experience to be a part of. Thank you to the ladies who have trusted my experience and ability over the last 16 years to capture their true self. Here’s to the next 16 years!” Donna-Marie

We are looking for all women of different ages, stages, sizes & shapes from different backgrounds and cultures. Women with different tastes and different views on life.  We want to hear your stories, wisdom and about the joys you have experienced during your journey.  Let’s start a conversation around the beauty of aging and change the way the world sees and hears us.  We are too experienced to not be heard and too beautiful not to be celebrated.

We are all sensual, desirable, and vibrant beings, let us share this experience with you. We want to showcase your beauty and honor what makes you unique by telling your story and sharing it with other like-minded beautiful ladies. Let’s change how the media defines us!

Let us photograph you, listen to your story and hold an amazing exhibition of gorgeous women at the end of the project.

Become one of our FABULOUS 50 OVER 50 women
to join in this memorable experience and exhibition event

Join the movement to showcase power, beauty and wisdom of women 50 and above

One day you and your family will look for photos of you. What will you find? Life is short, and it’s so precious.

Now is the time to celebrate who you are. We’ll partner to create specific visual images with the goal of capturing the real you.

 

To do something empowering for yourself

To honor what makes you beautiful and unique

To share your story about what it means to be a mature woman

To stand in your own power with body-positivity, strength and courage

To embrace every freckle, line and scar no matter your age, shape or size

To help other women realize their potential by stepping out of the shadows

To learn to love the reflection looking back at you in the mirror

To acknowledge that self love isn’t selfish

To enjoy a fun day for you and a friend

To have an unforgettable experience

THE ULTIMATE EXPERIENCE

why would I do this?



THE 50 OVER 50 EXPERIENCE INCLUDES:

A pre-session in-studio or phone chat

We invite you to a consultation, and we would love to do this in the studio. We will talk about the styling of your shoot, show you the beautiful products that we make and talk about the how and why you would like to be photographed. We really look forward to meeting you, that will be wonderful. We’ll discuss all the details involved with your session including wardrobe, hair & makeup, what to bring, how to prepare and everything else you’ll need to know about your special day!

Professional Hair & Makeup

On the day of the photo shoot, get ready for your mini pamper session, with professional hair and makeup. We’ll consult with you on how you wish to wear your hair and makeup and offer everything from a natural no-makeup look, right through to a Vanity Fair high-fashion type magazine style shoot.

    Wardrobe Fitting Appointment

A fitting appointment will be scheduled in the days leading up to your photo shoot. This will give you the opportunity to try on any items from the studio wardrobe and mix & match them with any items you would like to bring from home. We want you to feel comfortable and confident with your wardrobe choices, so you can enjoy your pampering.

Your Photo Shoot

You are in great hands, we have photographed many beautiful women and young girls. You will be directed during your Magazine Style photo shoot, so you don’t have to worry about a thing. Our job is to help you feel comfortable and enjoy the experience. You will have a sneak peek on the back of the camera throughout your shoot, so you will see how beautiful you look. You’re amazing, and we want you to have a great time. You will be amazed how many portraits you will love!

One (1) 6x8 inch print of your choice

You will be invited back for your REVEAL ordering appointment within 1-2 weeks after your photo shoot. During the REVEAL you will see your beautiful portraits, choose your complimentary print and purchase the package of your choice What you choose is entirely up to you. Print packages and framed wall art are additional to this Photography Makeover fee.

The 50 over 50 Project Exhibition

At the end of this project, one of your portraits along with your story will be included in our gallery exhibition (Date and place TBC). Together we will be celebrating all the women who stepped out of their comfort zones and allowed themselves to be photographed! Your story and featured image will appear in our social media profiles.

What does it cost?

We are offering this Photography Makeover fee for our 50 over 50 CELEBRATING YOU EXPERIENCE for just $499 ( valued at $899).

PLEASE NOTE: you will receive more information about the packages when you complete the application form below. We’ll review all of the options together over the phone.

There are ONLY 50 spots available for this project, and applications are being accepted now.

Upon receiving your application form below, you’ll be sent an email.

Please send a return email, and we will be in touch to schedule your consultation as per below on the application form.

We have had an overwhelming response to this project, so get in fast to ensure your spot.

Agree to all of the following:

Before & After photo to be used on social media, print media, website, and any other marketing materials

Video interview questions to be answered before and after your photo shoot

Attendance at the Exhibition, (hopefully you will be available). This will be held at the completion of this project, date and place to be confirmed

To enjoy yourself

APPLY NOW!

CELEBRATING YOU

50 FABULOUS LADIES
OVER 50 PROJECT

“Hi, I am Viv.  I have come along to see Donna, as this is a really neat opportunity for me to refocus on who I am now.

I turned 60 on October 19, which is a wonderful milestone and I was really happy about it because I have been through a journey of accidents at work, I had to come back from a concussion and from chronic pain. I’ve done that now, and I’ve managed to turn my learning into my new business. I’m learning how to help people through Hypnotherapy, Mindset and Life Coaching, and I am loving this opportunity.

So I have started my own business EMPOWERING MINDS FOR LIFE, because I want other people to learn how they can bring the best out of themselves, and live confident lives. This photo shoot is me doing something that I would normally would be just unable to do. Sitting here is a huge step for me; and my family will not believe it cause I’ve been a chronically shy person, so this absolutely is me living in my new self. It’s like I have grown into my soul, who I really am and growing into my essence and it feels real.

I’ve got a wonderful beautiful daughter, and three gorgeous little granddaughters, and I just want them to know that they can love being a woman through every stage of their life. That we transition into richer more profound beauty and it’s nothing to be scared of and we actually grow in our power and I love that feeling.

So this is why I’m doing it really, because it’s a chance to focus on the rest of my life, which I hope is going to be a long one, and I know it’s going to be rich and beautiful and I just really love Donna for this wonderful opportunity.

It’s magnificent so thank you very much, and I’m wondering how I’m going to receive this when I look at it, but I think it’s going to be pretty good because I’m going to be able to see from the outside who I am on the inside, and that’s kind of why I’m doing it. Because I’m at the stage of aligning with who I really am now. So this wonderful experience/opportunity is a celebration really, so thank you!”

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STARK DUNEDIN family child pets staff commercial portrait environmental portrait natural light strobe light portraiture headshots shotz photography donna-marie stark  otago NZ surprise proposal graduation dance photos
STARK DUNEDIN family child pets staff commercial portrait environmental portrait natural light strobe light portraiture headshots shotz photography donna-marie stark  otago NZ surprise proposal graduation dance photos
STARK DUNEDIN family child pets staff commercial portrait environmental portrait natural light strobe light portraiture headshots shotz photography donna-marie stark  otago NZ surprise proposal graduation dance photos
STARK DUNEDIN family child pets staff commercial portrait environmental portrait natural light strobe light portraiture headshots shotz photography donna-marie stark  otago NZ surprise proposal graduation dance photos Shot Photography

GENERATIONAL GLAMOUR PHOTO SHOOTS
CELEBRATING RELATIONSHIPS
AND FAMILY

Bring along a picnic hamper with your favourite snacks, champagne, chocolate, strawberries,
enjoy your makeover pampering
and enjoy your Vanity Fair style photo shoot
with the ones you love.
IT’S AN AMAZING DAY OUT!

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STARK DUNEDIN family child pets staff commercial portrait environmental portrait natural light strobe light portraiture headshots shotz photography donna-marie stark  otago NZ surprise proposal graduation dance photos shtoz photography
STARK DUNEDIN family child pets staff commercial portrait environmental portrait natural light strobe light portraiture headshots shotz photography donna-marie stark  otago NZ surprise proposal graduation dance photos

Glamour photography is about more than just taking a photo of someone.
It is about capturing the subject’s personality & inner beauty.
It is an art form that can transform the way you see the world – and yourself.