Empowering Headshots and Branding Photography for Women | New River Valley, Christiansburg, Virginia
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Doors Are Now Open for 2024's 40 Over 40 Movement!

Welcome to The 40 Over 40 Movement—an empowering photoshoot where age becomes a source of strength, not a limitation. Join an exclusive community of empowered women over 40 with our transformative 40 Over 40 Movement!

Super Sale!

(Posing Bootcamp attendees get this special deal if booked within 14 days of the last training)
$100 OFF the Session
10% OFF Photo Collections
Complimentary Color Analysis (valued at $147)
LET'S GET STARTED
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Our transformational Glam Sessions will redefine the way you see yourself, allowing you to embrace your beauty, celebrate your uniqueness, and inspire others to do the same.

This is your Metamorphosis

~To the woman who doesn’t exist in photos...

~To the woman who’s a Survivor...

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To the woman who wants to celebrate a milestone...


~To the woman who wants to impact the future generations of women in her family...

~To the woman who has overcome an illness and wants to celebrate her new life...
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~To the woman who has experienced a major life shift and wants to SEE herself RENEWED and whole again...

This is a chance to document your Legacy!
STEP INTO YOUR POWER NOW
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You are Worthy of being in photos

Hey There!

You are beautiful whether you believe it yet or not, and I want to show you.
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I'm Debbie Smith and I help women overcome their fear of photos and feel confident & beautiful from the inside out.  
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Known as the go-to photographer for women over 40 in the New River Valley, I've been helping women feel beautiful in photos for over 13 years.

Not only am I behind the camera, but I'm your empowerment coach guiding you to 
unlock the confidence and beauty that resides within you.

This is your moment to see your inner beauty radiate on the outside!
DISCOVER YOUR CONFIDENCE

POSING DONE FOR YOU!

You don't need to worry about posing. You will be posed in confident and slimming poses like you've never been posed before.  Never look stiff and awkward in photos again!
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The Power of Posing

Look at difference in their body language and their confidence!  That's what posing correctly can do for you and I'm going to show you how when we work together!
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UNLOCK YOUR RADIANCE NOW

When was the last time you did something Empowering for yourself?

It's time we stop hiding from photos ladies.

You are worthy to be in photos just as much as everyone else.

Don't just take it from me, look at all the ladies in different decades who said yes to seeing themselves in a whole new light.

40's

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50's

60's

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70's

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~Don’t worry about losing 20 lbs first (my go-to poses will take care of that)
~Don’t worry about wrinkles (those can be softened with professional makeup and natural retouching)
~Don't worry about being too much or vain.  
This is about loving yourself, celebrating yourself, and RE-Discovering yourself with 40 other women who are doing it with you!

Here's your chance to share your unique story, celebrate your resilience, and rediscover the incredible strength within you.
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When one woman steps up for herself, she automatically gives permission for the next woman to do the same

Check out what real, everyday women experienced during our photoshoots

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Natalie - 40's
Before the photoshoot Natalie was worried "That people will see all the flaws I see".
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​Afterwards she said, "Do something for yourself that allows you to experience self-love and self-worth. To really feel/see yourself and the beauty you possess. We all have flaws and we point them out to ourselves every day. So TODAY… identify all the things you love about yourself, inside and out!"

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Teresa - 60's
"I have never felt attractive or pretty or really liked the skin that I am in." she said before her photoshoot.

​Afterwards she said: "
This experience has given me the confidence to shed that old skin and embrace my 60’s. That means accepting and owning all the lines, wrinkles, gray hairs, and saggy parts!"

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Megan - 40's
Megan said before her photoshoot: "I never felt comfortable showing up or being seen, especially in marketing myself, for this seemed indulgent and self-absorbed. I never even considered how pictures of me could become an essential part of my career and life purpose. Me, why would they need to see pictures of me?"

​Afterwards she said: "I walked away from my experience feeling truly beautiful and realizing my worth comes not from my physical appearance but my magic captured on camera. Now, I can own and see those parts of me reflected through a camera lens and captured forever in a photo—such a beautiful gift to share with myself, my daughter, and the many other women I might encounter along the self-love journey"
CELEBRATE YOUR JOURNEY

A day off where you can feel like a woman!

Take a Peek Behind the Scenes

❌ Forget about the traditional dark portrait studios with cheesy backdrops and blinding lights...
✅ Step into our beautiful natural light studio, nestled in downtown Christiansburg, VA, just moments away from Blacksburg and a short 30-minute drive from Roanoke. Our space is open, bright, and airy, setting the perfect backdrop for your empowering experience.

❌ Say goodbye to outdated glamour shots from decades past or the stiff poses of traditional portrait sittings...
✅ You'll be posed in flattering ways that will ignite confidence within yourself.
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❌ This isn't your typical friend or family member with just a fancy camera... ​
✅ You'll be working with the go-to photographer for women over 40 in the New River Valley who will pose and guide you so that you see your inner beauty radiate on the outside!  
After experiencing a photoshoot with us, you'll never worry about feeling awkward in front of the camera again!
TAKE THE NEXT STEP

Re-Discover You

Don't just take it from me, hear from women just like you who have overcome feeling stiff and awkward to feeling confident and beautiful in their own skin!


Jennifer turned 50 and wanted to step outside her comfort zone.
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Candice was tired of feeling like her life was an Outlook Calendar filled with everyone else's agenda's, and wanted this photoshoot to be a springboard to investing more time for herself.  
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Melissa was gifted this by her husband and daughter for her 50th Birthday.  She was REALLY nervous, but she quickly started to feel comfortable and had the most amazing experience.
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Jeana did this to celebrate her weight loss journey and her 50th Birthday.
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It's Your Moment to Shine!

 

WHAT DOES A 40 OVER 40 SESSION INCLUDE?

Getting photos taken doesn't have to be a stressful experience!  In fact, we want this to be an empowering and fun experience for you!  It's important to us that you feel comfortable throughout your photoshoot journey. That's why we've crafted a thoughtful process to ensure you feel supported every step of the way.

Pre-Shoot Planning Session

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Approximately 1 month prior to your photoshoot, we'll have a pre-shoot planning session over Zoom.  We'll cover topics such as wardrobe selection, items to bring, what to avoid, and address any questions or concerns you may have.  Clients say this step is very helpful and they feel a lot less stressed once we have talked it all out.

Wardrobe & Styling Help

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When you arrive the day of your shoot, the first thing we do is go through your clothes together and I'll help you choose your best outfits for the camera. Sometimes I'll even have you try on clothing so I can see which ones fit you the best and what colors look best on you too.​

Professional Hair and Makeup

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Roll out of bed and have a beauty team get you ready like the movie stars do!  We'll help you look polished for the camera so that you feel amazing in your own skin while soft spa music is played in the background to help you relax.   

Your hair and makeup is to your liking. We will make any changes if something is too dark or too light or the wrong color. These are your pictures and we want you to be happy with how you look in the mirror before we start the photoshoot.

A Fun, High-Class Photoshoot

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Feel like a Celebrity in a magazine style photoshoot with personal attention, getting your hair and makeup professionally done, help choosing your outfits, a photographer who's an expert at posing women of all shapes and sizes, and showing you how to pose. 

AND you'll get to see a bunch of pictures on the back of my camera as we go along because I want you to see how you look and be a part of the process.

Posing Done for You!

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You'll learn my go-to Power Poses!  I will show you what to do from your nose down to your toes.  I’ve worked with women of every shape, size, and age and have helped them change the way they pose for pictures.  You’ll walk away with confident and slimming posing tips to use forever.

Self-Care Day to Yourself

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This is a 6 hour empowering experience.  We typically start 10am and wrap up the day around 4pm.  This photoshoot experience is like no other.  You are the only client for the day.  This is a custom, personal high-level experience that will empower you, lift you up, and give you pictures that you love of yourself.

3 Outfit Changes/Looks

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Enjoy up to 3 outfit changes during your photoshoot! From casual to professional, dresses to something sexy, we'll create a variety of stunning looks together. I'll guide you through selecting the best outfits and provide styling tips to ensure you look and feel fabulous. Let's make your photoshoot experience unforgettable! 📸✨

Same Day Viewing

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We'll review all your stunning images on the same day!  If you like your photos and want to purchase them, individual images are $250 each with your $150 credit applied or in bundled Collections starting at $1500 w/your credit applied. Payment plans are available.

Get this Empowering Photoshoot and Become One of the Forty Ladies in Round 3 of our 40 Over 40 Movement for only $475!

Super Sale!

(Posing Bootcamp attendees get this special deal if booked within 14 days of the last training)
$100 OFF the Session
10% OFF Photo Collections
Complimentary Color Analysis (valued at $147)
Your photoshoot experience in the 40 Over 40 includes:
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  • Professional Hair & Makeup done to your liking
  • Pre-Shoot Planning Session to discuss the details and get you prepared
  • Posing Done for You - I will teach you my signature confident & slimming poses!
  • 3 Outfit Changes so you can have lots of variety
  • Wardrobe Help & Styling so you feel confident in what you are wearing
  • Same Day Viewing so you don't have to wait and can choose your favorites
There is no obligation to buy any photos.  However if you're happy with your photos and wish to purchase them, individual images start at $250 with your $150 credit applied (see PERKS below) or in bundled Collections starting at $1500 with credit applied.  Payment options are available.
APPLY FOR YOUR SPOT NOW

Let's Talk About Perks!!  🎉

[PERK #1] - Enjoy a $150 studio credit to apply towards your photos. 
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[PERK #2] - What to Wear Video - This video will walk you through easy-to-follow tips to help you pick outfits that make you look and feel amazing on camera. 

[PERK #3] - Behind the Scenes Feature - Your best photoshoot moments will be featured on our social media (with your permission), ready for you to share with your friends and celebrate your experience!

[PERK #4] - Opportunity to share your personal story alongside your stunning photos! Inspire others with your story, your journey, and triumphs. Let your story shine as brightly as your beautiful portraits!

[PERK #5] - Be featured in a special online showcase featuring all 40 incredible women once Round 3 wraps up!  Celebrate your journey and inspire others by being part of this unique and empowering collection.
APPLY NOW - LIMITED SPOTS AVAILABLE
🔥 Get ready!  Because these are going to be THE BEST photos you’ve ever had of yourself!

The Whole Process at a Glance

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Please note that there are no refunds prior to your photoshoot experience. However, if you are not satisfied with the images or the experience during your session, we'll schedule a complimentary retake session at no additional cost to you. If after the retake session, you still don't like any pictures, a refund will then be issued.
>> BOOK YOUR SESSON NOW <<

It's not just a photoshoot...it's a SOUL shoot

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We serve women of all ages, however The 40 Over 40 Movement is exclusively for women over 40 all the way up to 100.  If you are under 30 and would like a Glam or Branding Session, check out our other photoshoots on our home page.  

We've done Glam, Branding, & Headshots for women from Christiansburg, Blacksburg, Radford, Riner, Floyd, Salem, Roanoke, Wytheville, Bluefield, Botetourt, Smith Mountain Lake, Lynchburg, Richmond, and many other areas in Virginia.

Plus we have had women travel to us from many states such as Florida, Texas, Indiana, West Virginia, North Carolina, South Carolina, and Georgia.
BOOK IN TODAY

Don't miss out on the opportunity to showcase your inner and outer beauty

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First Round of Ladies in The 40 Over 40 Movement
(All rights reserved.  Created 8/29/21.  Last updated 03/15/24.  Do not copy.)
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Glam Sessions, Empowering Photoshoots, Glamour Portraits, Personal Branding Photography, Boudoir Photography, and Headshot Photography for Women, serving Christiansburg, Blacksburg, Roanoke, and the New River Valley in Southwest Virginia.   Formerly FiftyCentLove Photographie.  Now FiftyLove Photography

Location

4 W. Main Street
​Christiansburg, Virginia 24073
  • Home
  • Before and Afters
  • SESSIONS
    • 40 Over 40
    • Branding Session
    • Glam Session
    • Headshots
  • Color Analysis
  • Free Posing Guide
  • Look Good in Photos Ebook
  • Headshot Refresh