The Empowered Teen Series by Donna Beck Photographer- Tauranga, NZ

27/11/2024

I am beyond thrilled to reveal my 2023-24 Empowered Teen Magazine COVER MODEL... drumroll please...

JAYLAH! 👏👏

Jaylah is a local teen who has shown incredible courage, growth, and resilience throughout her journey.

She embraced the challenge of stepping out of her comfort zone and allowed me to show her how truly beautiful, strong, and worthy she is.

Without revealing Jaylah's personal story, I can confidently say she deserves this spotlight and embodies everything this magazine is about—growth, transformation, and empowerment.

Dear Jaylah, I hope you know how proud I am of you and how much your journey will inspire others. You’ve shown the kind of bravery that lights the way for others to follow, and you are a true cover girl in every sense of the word. 💖 Donna ###

💥 Final Call for Magazine Orders! 💥

This is your LAST CHANCE to secure your copy of the 2023-24 Empowered Teen Magazine!

The cut-off for orders is 10 PM tonight, Wednesday 27 November. No reprints will be available, so make sure you don’t miss out!

Parents—check your emails, texts, and messages (I’ve sent quite a few reminders!) to ensure your teen’s spot is celebrated forever in print.

A huge THANK YOU to all the amazing teens involved in this project:

Allegra, Aimee, Amy, Ash, Aurora, Ava, Bella, Caitlin, Chastiny, Emily, Emily, Harper, Holly, Jaylah, Jenna, Jordan, Leo, Lottie, Lydia, Maisie, Melody, Monet, Payton, Samantha, and Sapphire.

You are all stars, and I’m so proud of each and every one of you!

Let’s all cheer for Jaylah in the comments below and celebrate the incredible journey of every teen in this year’s magazine! 🌟💖📸

Donna ###

Cover girl Jaylah
Hair and makeup Anya Smith Makeup Artist
Photographer The Empowered Teen Series by Donna Beck Photographer- Tauranga, NZ

18/11/2024

🚨 LAST CHANCE ALERT! 🚨 Initial please to keep this bumped.

The countdown is on—EMPOWERED Magazine orders close 8pm this Sunday 24 November, and this is your ONLY opportunity to get your hands on a copy!

There will be NO reprints and no extras available after this.

The magazine features a full 4-5 spread of each of the 25 teens who were part of the official Empowered Teen Series 2023-2024.

✨ This is the perfect keepsake to celebrate these teen’s amazing journey.

It makes a heartfelt Christmas gift for grandparents, family, or even just for your own coffee table.

💳 Afterpay is available at checkout, so don’t miss out.

🔗 Please place your orders , puchase link is below in the comments (scroll down to EMPOWERED MAGAZINE)

⏳ Don’t wait—secure your copy before it’s too late!
Thank you for your incredible support ❤️

14/11/2024

📢 Reminder: Empowered Teen Magazine Submissions Close Tomorrow Night! 📢

Just a quick note to all the wonderful Mums and teens involved in the Empowered Teen Series 2023-2024—submissions for the magazine close tomorrow night, Friday, at 8 pm!

So far, I’ve only received submissions from three girls.

If you’d like your teen’s personal touch in the magazine, please be sure to send their words in by the deadline. 💫

Also, a reminder that pre-orders for the magazine are open but will close strictly on Sunday, 24 November. This is your ONLY chance to secure a copy of this beautiful keepsake for your teen and family!
Afterpay is available.

💌 Purchasing details are linked in the comments below!

The teens involved in this are: (please let their parents know if you recognise a name)

Allegra, Amy F, Aimee S, Ash R, Aurora, Ava D, Bella H, Caitlin S, Chastiny, Emily McA, Emily W, Harper CD, Holly M, Jaylah M, Jenna S, Jordan, Leo W, Lottie T, Lydia O'C, Maisie O'C, Melody L, Monet, Payton K, Samantha P, and Sapphire P.

Thank you for being a part of this special journey!

11/11/2024

Comment the time please📣 Exciting News! EMPOWERED Magazine 2023-2024 Pre-Orders Are Now Open! 📣

I am thrilled to announce that the EMPOWERED Magazine for my 2023-2024 series is officially available for pre-order until stocks last!

Don’t miss out—pre-orders close strictly on 24 November for delivery beginning 11 December, just in time for Christmas!

This magazine is a celebration of our 25 incredible teens who have stepped forward to be photographed and showcased.

Each teen has their own beautiful solo 4-5 page photo spread, capturing their unique photos in a high-quality, keepsake magazine.

Featuring the amazing:

Allegra, Amy F, Aimee S, Ash R, Aurora, Ava D, Bella H, Caitlin S, Chastiny, Emily McA, Emily W, Harper CD, Holly M, Jaylah M, Jenna S, Jordan, Leo W, Lottie T, Lydia O'C, Maisie O'C, Melody L, Monet, Payton K, Samantha P, and Sapphire P.

To everyone who has shown such excitement, support, and enthusiasm for this project—thank you!

This journey has been truly inspiring, and I'm so grateful to share it with you. 💫

Order now to secure your copy of this very very special edition!
The link to purchase is in the comments, and Afterpay is available.

07/11/2024

✨ Leo’s Smile Says It All! I love her energy💜💫

05/11/2024

30/10/2024

This post is so bittersweet for me! 🌟 The Empowered Teen Series is Officially Closed! 🌟 After an incredible journey filled with emotions, creativity, and transformation, The Empowered Teen Series has officially wrapped up, and I couldn’t be prouder of the amazing teens who joined me on this adventure.

These beautiful teens stepped up, faced their doubts, and opened themselves up to feeling seen, strong, and truly beautiful. 💖✨

Throughout this series, we experienced it all: tears, hugs, doubts, excitement, big smiles, and those magical moments of “Is that really me?”

These teens have all walked away with a boost in confidence and a deeper sense of self-worth.

The impact was clear—each of them left feeling just a little taller, a little braver, and more enough than ever before. Watching their growth and seeing them embrace their unique beauty was truly a gift.

Congratulations to the incredible young stars who completed their shoots! 🎉

These teens will be featured in the upcoming edition of EMPOWERED Magazine with their own multi page spread (out this December!) .

They will also ALL be showcased in my Empowered Teen Art Exhibition in Tauranga, opening on April 17 and running for three weeks! 🌟

Please join me in cheering on these superstars:

Allegra, Amy F, Aimee S, Ash R, Aurora, Ava D, Bella H, Caitlin S, Chastiny, Emily McA, Emily W, Harper CD, Holly M, Jayla D, Jenna S, Jordan, Leo W, Lottie T, Lydia O'C, Maisie O'C, Melody L, Monet, Payton K, Samantha P, and Sapphire P.

They are each so deserving of this celebration, and I can’t wait for everyone to see how their strength, resilience, and individuality shine through in every image.

These teens have proven that they are powerful beyond measure, each a true inspiration in their own way.

Thank you to everyone who’s supported this journey, and to these incredible teens—you are all superstars! 🌟

✨ I’m so excited for what lies ahead, and I hope you’ll join me in cheering them on! 💖👏

30/10/2024

💫 Leo's Magic Moment! 💫 I’m in love with this photo of Leo! She radiates confidence and beauty, and I’m so proud to have captured this special moment. 💜✨

Sta tuned folks. The second edition of my Empowered Magazine is coming soon and will feature ALL the teens in my Empowered Teen Series from 2023- 2024.

AND, my special EMPOWERED Art Exhibition which begins 17 April 2025 in Tauranga.

Updates will be in the my group here: https://www.facebook.com/groups/taurangacreativephotographer