http://www.reclaimbyjana.com.au/

Reclaim by Jana, Bendigo (2026)

04/10/2024

IMPORTANT UPDATE:

I’ve been away for quite some time, and I’ve missed connecting with you all.

I have been avoiding the inevitable because it’s been too hard to acknowledge.

It is with a heavy heart I have to announce that I will be putting a pause on my passion: Reclaim by Jana. I don’t know how long, but it will be for the foreseeable future.

I haven’t been well this year and it has affected my day-to-day. I’ve been living a life that disregarded the cues my mind and body were giving me because I thought this was normal. I’ve been burnt out physically and mentally for too long, and that means that my recovery will not be as quick as I want it to be.

This is not a decision I’ve taken lightly, I have put so much thought and care into this choice. It breaks my heart and it feels as if I’m giving up part of my soul. I miss it so much, but know it won’t be forever.

Thank you for the love and support you’ve given my business and passion over the last 4 years. Without you, I wouldn’t be the person I am today. I have so much gratitude for the wonderful people I’ve had the opportunity to meet and work with over the years. It has been an absolute honour to capture your precious memories.

In the future, when I have the correct support and proper confirmation of what is happening in my body; I will come back. I promise.

This year has allowed me to discover so much about myself and my needs. I’ve found my special interests, discovered how to accommodate my limits, allowed myself to unmask and begun the healing journey… so this hiatus has brought me a deeper understanding of who I am at my core. I am beyond thankful for that.

Please know that I am okay. I am just trying to give myself the grace, love and care I’ve consistently rejected. Not just because present me deserves it, but because my inner child does too.

Thank you so much,
Jana xoxo

01/01/2024

This year threw me 𝑠𝑜 𝑚𝑎𝑛𝑦 curveballs

I don't love New Year's resolutions; no matter how hard I try, I can't stay committed. Instead, I set a theme for the year.

𝗠𝘆 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗺𝗲 𝗳𝗼𝗿 𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟯 𝗵𝗮𝘀 𝗯𝗲𝗲𝗻 "𝗹𝗶𝘀𝘁𝗲𝗻 𝘁𝗼 𝘆𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗯𝗼𝗱𝘆". I am proud of the steps I've taken. I still have a way to go, but I've done all I can to be more conscious of the cues my body gives me.

There have been some beautiful + positive changes this year.
I've rebranded
I now feel (mostly) at peace with my own company
I haven't opened TikTok since Jan
I've met + had the opportunity to photograph the most inspiring people
I now have physical limits, but full-time photography has made it so much easier on my body
I value the friendships I have (even if I suck at communicating it)

At the same time, I hardly recognise myself. There was so much change this year.
I rarely leave the house
I have a smaller inner circle
I look different
I get overwhelmed + agitated by the simplest things
I can't physically do things as I once could

This year has had a lot of positives, but it's also been one of the roughest years I've 𝑒𝑣𝑒𝑟 had. I pushed myself beyond what I should have at the start, which has led to my physical limitations + worsened chronic pain.

While listening to my body, I've learned I can't communicate what I need very well. In fact, I can't communicate big feelings very well 𝑎𝑡 𝑎𝑙𝑙.

I have held a lot of anger + frustration. The moments I've needed to be vocal; my voice has betrayed me. I've had 𝑠𝑜 𝑚𝑢𝑐ℎ to say but chosen to bury it instead.

These photos were created to represent my 2023 experience + theme for 2024. It was a chance to be creative + express feelings I've locked away for too long.

𝟮𝟬𝟮𝟰 - 𝗙𝗶𝗻𝗱 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝗿 𝗩𝗼𝗶𝗰𝗲
𝑇ℎ𝑖𝑠 𝑚𝑒𝑎𝑛𝑠 𝑡𝑟𝑦𝑖𝑛𝑔 𝑡𝑜:
Accept my feelings as valid
Speak up, even if it’s hard
Know me 𝑤𝑖𝑡ℎ𝑜𝑢𝑡 the mask
Stop burying big feelings; it's time to feel + heal

It's time to fight for little me, teen me, adult me + every version of myself. I'm not looking forward to the process, but it'll be worth it.

𝑯𝒆𝒓𝒆'𝒔 𝒕𝒐 𝟐𝟎𝟐𝟒

I can't promise myself I'll be consistent, but I can promise I'll try. ❤️

20/12/2023

I've spent most of my life trying to love my body.

I didn't realise how much I was exhausting myself fighting to change the things all of us have had ingrained in our minds by society.

Turns out you can't change what you've learned by overloading it with positivity that you don't believe.

"My body is beautiful, flaws and all."
Body Positivity encourages acceptance of body image through unconditional self-love, but sometimes reinforces the idea that our worth lies in our appearance alone.

"My body is just my vehicle; the most interesting parts about me lie within."
Body Neutrality is an opportunity to remove body hatred without pressure to love your body unconditionally. It values your internal self over your external appearance.

Our bodies are only a portion of what we are; there are other valuable qualities to appreciate about our mind, soul and spirit.

With everything we've been taught and experienced in our lives, the negative feelings we may have toward our bodies are understandable. Body neutrality allows you to explore the roots of your beliefs and feelings. When we realise how valid it is to feel critical of our bodies, we have the power to have compassion for ourselves instead of judgment.

If the goal is peace and acceptance, we should work with and not against ourselves. That means releasing the idea that self-criticism is irrational and that we should attempt to destroy it with forced positivity.
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16/12/2023

It’s been such a long time since I’ve posted some family photos and that’s a CRIME 🫠

The truth is, family photography still holds such a special place in my heart. 🥹

Family photography is what started everything for me; it has healed in ways I never knew it could.

I still adore capturing families, couples… all of it! I’m here to capture relationships including the one you have with yourself. I will never let that passion go.

Capturing your family so that you and generations to come can see your story… is something I’d be HONOURED to photograph. It’s an honour I don’t take lightly 🫶🏻
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01/12/2023

IT’S DECEMBER 🎄🎄

I can’t believe I just said that, this year has just flown by 🫠

Only 18 days left of Christmas Sessions, the perfect chance to have your precious memories captured!

The warmer weather and golden sun makes this an amazing time of year 🥰 (not that today is an accurate example 🥴)

I can’t wait to hear from you, I’m so excited 🤩🤩
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30/11/2023

You’re amazing ❤️‍🔥

I want you to know that even if you’re finding it hard to fit everything in at the moment, it’s okay. This time of year is chaos; you’re doing the best you can and that’s okay ❤️

You don’t have to be 150% all the time; take a moment to breathe, because that’s okay too.
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Another gorgeous gal from and I’s creative session day. Isn’t she stunning?? 🤩 I can’t wait to show you more of what we got to capture on this day, it was so uplifting 🥰
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23/11/2023

Call me crazy… but I am SO EXCITED for the Christmas chaos to begin 🤩

I used to be such a grinch. I don’t know what happened to me but something in me changed a couple of years ago. I get so happy thinking about Christmas.. even the carols I used to roll my eyes at 🥴

This is the perfect time of year to book in some photos for yourself, your partner, your family… anyone! And at $325 how can you say no? 🤩

To enquire about a Christmas Package, either click the link in my bio or send me a message and I’ll be happy to have a chat ❤️
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This was one of the incredible women I got the honour of photographing during and I’s creative sessions in September! Isn’t she a stunner? 🤩
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21/11/2023

I love to create photos that empathise rather than objectify & show emotion and intimacy while remaining respectful.

Instead of focusing on the sexual side of bo***ir (I should state, this is not an element I have a problem with AT ALL), let's use it to take your power back and tell your story.

If you’re a giggly person with a smile as gorgeous as this lovely lady’s, then let’s not shy away from that! If you have a darker nature, let’s embrace it! I want to capture you, as you are in the moment. ❤️‍🔥

The mirror gives us a false view of our beauty; it never seems to have our best interests at heart.  You have the best intentions to do better, love yourself more, and be kinder to yourself, but it's hard work. I understand the feeling of exhaustion caused by persistent low self-esteem and the desire to break free from that unproductive mindset.

It's time for a change of heart; photography can help heal and restore confidence.

I've been able to get out of some of the worst headspaces through the healing art of photography. I want that to be something that other women can experience as well. Lifting women’s spirits and watching them appreciate and love themselves exactly as they are is what sets my soul on fire.

You deserve to feel that way too. ❤️
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07/11/2023

Why Reclaim?
CW - Sexual assault
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The word reclaim, is FAR more than just a word that looked pretty in the font I wanted to use for my branding. It took me the longest time and a whole journey of healing to get to this stage in my life.

In my teen years, I'd been in situations where my silence was interpreted as consent, and my "don't" was interpreted as an invitation. I was haunted by these situations & the reputation that followed me, even though it was never my choice. It made me feel my body was not my own and my voice had no power.

Feeling unsafe in your own body is a feeling that is incredibly hard to overcome. As the years progressed, I began losing hope of finding peace within myself.

Then I found bo***ir photography; I got to choose who saw what & when. I got to call the shots & reclaim my power.

I have been able to get out of some of the worst headspaces through the healing art of photography. It is something I hold so close to my heart and something I want to share with every woman who I cross paths with.

Reclaim can represent many things, such as reclaiming your relationships with family, friends, yourself or partners. (it's very much open to your interpretation)

To me, "reclaim" represents my personal growth & healing and the change I want to see in the world.

You are not alone.

You can jump into the unknown & experience the healing power of photography.

Because you deserve it. ❤️‍🔥

02/11/2023

I have some explaining to do. ❤️‍🔥

NEW EXCITEMENT:
When I was putting together graphics with my old branding, nothing I did seemed to portray the message I wanted to deliver. I was OVER IT. I knew my branding screamed “family photographer” but family photography isn’t all I do, there is SO much more to my business. My old branding served it’s purpose, but it was time for a new message and new excitement.

CHANGE IN PASSION:
My initial passion in photography was family photography. After my Dad passed away, it became my mission to ensure everyone had updated images of their loved ones; this is when Jana Renae Photography was born. As time has flown by and my business has evolved, I've had to do some of my own healing. In that journey, I’ve found the healing power of photography. (I’ll get into that more in my next post)

I love empowering women, if you couldn’t tell 🤪
The earthy brown and delicate nature of my old branding were NOT portraying that at all. I wanted to create a brand that was versatile for all the different photography services I offer. This change in branding is intentionally more punchy, with an approachable vibe at the same time.

MORE PERSONAL:
If you’ve read this far, you know I couldn’t express myself with my old branding. How was I meant to have a personal brand that way? I needed to make some changes.

My logo, website & every drawing has been personally created by me. It’s a true representation of me and it makes me SO HAPPY 🥰
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I can’t wait to share more of my journey and how the name “Reclaim by Jana” came to be. More of that in my next post! ❤️‍🔥❤️‍🔥
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