Discover the Power of Authentic Photos and Self-Love

Years ago, I spoke with a counselor friend who was focused on helping women learn to love themselves. Back then, I was a family photographer, and I thought, Wouldn’t it be amazing if I could help women love themselves by showing them how beautiful their everyday lives are? I had seen it happen before—when I captured family and wedding photos, my clients often cried when they saw the images. They had never seen themselves from that perspective—as a mother, a wife, or a friend. Those moments were so powerful that I knew I had the ability to help people see and appreciate themselves in a whole new way. 

But I couldn’t figure out how to make it happen on a larger scale. A single photoshoot wasn’t enough. It needed to be something deeper, more like a personal transformation process. But who could hire me to follow them around for a month, capturing their daily lives? As fun as that might sound for me, I figured it wasn’t the most practical plan! 

It wasn’t until I started teaching women to take their own photos for their businesses that everything finally clicked. They began telling me how this process was transforming their lives, bringing them confidence and self-love. I realized, This is exactly what I wanted to do, but didn’t know how! By showing them how to take their own photos whenever they wanted, I’ve given them the opportunity to see themselves in a way that empowers them—both in their business and in their personal lives.

So, what changes when you take my approach to photos? First, it’s all about being in the moment. There’s no pressure to pose or force a smile. You’re simply living your life—working, playing, creating, or connecting—and capturing those moments as they happen naturally. When you do this, the tension and awkwardness melt away. You’re not trying to "look good" for the camera. Instead, you're allowing the camera to capture the real you, in action. 

And second, it’s about taking control of your own visual story. You get to decide when and how to capture yourself. This freedom means you’re not dependent on a photographer to snap a quick, staged moment. Let’s be honest—no one knows your life, your style, or your best angles better than you! 

This changes everything—not just how you look in photos, but how you feel about yourself. When you see these authentic, in-the-moment images, you’ll start to fall in love with the person you see because she’s real. She’s you!

Ready to see yourself in a whole new light? Taking control of your own visual story can be transformational. Start capturing the real you and watch the confidence pour in! If you're ready to make this shift, let's connect and I'll show you how.