03/14/2023
I feel compelled to share this with you today. Largely because it’s one of the biggest motivating factors for me and why I love to photograph woman (mostly) in the most natural, beautiful and authentically femine ways.
I hide it fairly well, but I’ve struggled with self confidence for most of my life. Comparison was always my biggest joy killer. I often grappled with body confidence issues, and as a dancer we were encouraged to scrutinize our shapes all the time, that didn’t help. It wasn’t until having my daughters, I began to see how negative these thoughts were, and how this was effecting so many aspects of my life and I just knew it was time to change the narrative. I was determined to be an example to my girls of how a loving, confident strong woman, looks, acts and carrie’s herself. I still work at this everyday.
It wasn’t until I allowed myself to be photographed in the most beautiful safe and intimate way, that something in me changed. I was so nervous and It was was a HUGE step out of my comfort zone, but what I found on the other side was so empowering, and utterly life changing. I saw myself for what seemed like the very first time. I felt strong, beautiful and so incredibly confident and the very best part is that it changed my mindset, and inner dialogue. I still work on my self confidence everyday, the difference is that I KNOW that I have all of those qualities, I just have to nurture them.
Ladies do you struggle with this too? If this speaks to you at all I hope you’ll act on it. I hope ALL of you give yourself the gift of seeing yourselves the way you TRULY are! I hope you’ll take advantage of my mini fashion or bo***ir sessions. I have a beautiful relaxing safe and comfortable studio space in my home, and coming to you always an option too.
Self love and acceptance is your superpower! Don’t hide your beautiful light. Be BOLD. Shine BRIGHT. Be ALL you. This world needs YOU and your beautiful light 🦋💗