Radical self-love is something that I’m always a proponent of, however it's not uncommon to feel overwhelmed or even inadequate when trying to embrace this concept fully. The journey to self-love can indeed feel like a monumental task at times, leaving many of us wondering if there's an alternative route to self-acceptance. When self-love feels too big or insurmountable, you can try self-kindness instead!
Read MoreJust as flowers bring joy and inspiration to the world, individuals who have bloomed into their own unique beauty can have a profound impact on those around them. We can inspire others through our authenticity, resilience, and the way we embrace our individuality. Our blossoming serves as a reminder that each person has their own journey, their own gifts, and their own path to traverse. This group empowerment session around these ideas was absolutely magical!
Read MoreLet's talk about finding joy in the beautiful vessel that carries us through life – our bodies! It's so easy to get caught up in comparing ourselves to the past or chasing after an idealized version of who we used to be. I’ve done this my whole life - comparing myself and my body now to past (younger/thiner/etc) versions of it. But you know what? Right here, right now, is where our true power lies – in the present moment! I’m so ready to break that cycle, and I hope you are too.
Read MoreWhen browsing through a flea market, we often stumble upon hidden treasures. Among the jumble of knick-knacks and trinkets, we sometimes come across items that catch our eye, items we previously overlooked and dismissed as ordinary. However, it is only when we witness the exorbitant price tag attached to these seemingly insignificant objects that we begin to question their true worth. This intriguing phenomenon can serve as a powerful metaphor for our perception of body image and self-worth. By observing how others value themselves, we can find the courage to embrace our own worth and stop diminishing it.
Read MoreThe journey of finding self love and self-acceptance is definitely not always easy, and can at times seem insurmountable, but it can lead to feeling safe, comfortable, and empowered in your own skin. We all deserve to feel fully ourselves, and loved and accepted for exactly who we are, right here and right now.
I encourage myself to consciously choose to focus on the things I love about myself. For instance, I love the way my body moves when I spend time with it, the way it feels when I'm dancing, the way it allows me to experience the world around me. So I leaned into that for this self portrait session. Just spending time with myself in my studio and experiencing what emotions came up, and what felt good.
Read MoreAs a boudoir photographer, I’ve had to unlearn many things I’d been taught and shown around body image and our relationship to our bodies, and how that affects the way we move through life. From the toxic beauty industry, to society’s expectations around how our bodies are “supposed” to look, the way the media teaches us that we have to look a certain way to be desirable, the way some groups teach that bodies (especially women’s bodies and queer bodies) are inherently sinful and worthy of shame. There is SO much there to unpack…
Read MoreEach and every one of the incredible humans I’ve had the chance to meet and work with this year has taught me something. Each time someone trusts me to capture special moments for them, to be there during vulnerable experiences, to see them in their truth, and to celebrate themselves exactly where they are – is such a powerful gift.
Read MoreThe main body image hang-ups that I've encountered with folks, and with myself, are so often around bellies. We hold so much power and strength in this area, yet we relentlessly tell it it's not "good" because it doesn't look a certain way. But here's a reminder : bellies aren't good or bad...they are simply bellies. Your belly doesn't hold moral worth, the way it looks doesn't make you a good or bad person, it doesn't make you more or less capable of experiencing desire or pleasure simply because of how it looks, and it definitely is not worthy of the shame that we so often carry around it.
Read MoreTake a moment and think about what you've been taught to feel about your body. If uplifting and empowering messaging doesn't immediately come to mind- know that you are not alone. We are taught, from so many sources, the opposite messaging. That our bodies are shameful and in need of constant "fixing," that they aren't worthy of love and desire if they don't fit society's ideal beauty mold. When was the last time you gave yourself the opportunity to just be where you are? To not try and fix what society tells you are flaws, and instead see yourself and your body for the magically unique being that you are? Right here. Right now. How would that feel?
Read MoreI just adored working with Amber at her boudoir session! Her joyful nature was so wonderful to be around, and her attention and gentleness with herself was so wonderful to witness. I love the breadth and variety of energies she brought to her session! I also really like the combination of softness and empowerment that go hand in hand in her images. It’s a great reminder that softness and kindness are incredible strengths that truly do lead to empowerment!
Read MoreAs soon as I realized that women were seeing themselves in a much more confident and empowered light after a boudoir session, I was hooked. My heart sang and I knew this was a big purpose in my life’s path-and it still is! I’ll always offer boudoir sessions, and those are a great fit for so many folks! But…I knew there could be more to it. I knew I had more to give. My heart, mind, and feet told me to keep exploring, to find that extra bit of light to help others work through their shadows and find a healthier relationship to their bodies. To help foster acceptance, as well as radical love, for themselves. From here, my newest offering, self love sessions, were born!
Read MoreHey YOU! Here’s a gentle reminder to show yourself as much love as you do anyone else- this valentines day and every day. I am a HUGE proponent of celebrating love any chance you can get- especially love for your own damn self! So when this beauty reached out to me about setting up a session to do just that- celebrate her own love for herself and being her own badass valentine- I was absolutely down for that! I LOVED this session. It was full of the best energy, self love and celebration, and Cat completely owning her own sensuality.
Read MoreOne of the best feelings is seeing a vision come to life- and my goodness did that happen with this shoot! I am absolutely over the moon with this one ya’ll! This style is a little different than most of my boudoir sessions, and it just goes to show that the style of boudoir doesn’t have to stick to one “look”! I wanted to explore this color pallet, complete with LOTS of flowers, and a more “fine art” editorial vibe. With the help of several amazing women (credits located at the bottom of this post!) this shoot came together in the most dreamy of ways. I’m so thankful for this form of art, and for all the beauty it can bring into the world!
Read MoreThis hot mama booked a session to celebrate how her body was able to carry her sweet babe and birth her into this world, and the transition it's been through. Boudoir sessions can truly be such an incredible tool to process and celebrate the love you have for yourself
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