Photos Over 40: One Woman’s Journey to Feeling Comfortable in Pictures

Lisa reached out because she was thinking about a career change, moving from corporate life and branching out into yoga and coaching…maybe even trying online dating. 

​Just coming out of a 6 year journey of caretaking for her aging parents, also caring for a son who has special health needs, her life tends to focus on others.
 
She had reached out to me before, but she struggles with having her picture taken, specifically feeling comfortable in front of a camera, so she put it off for another year.  She said in her application, “The only thing holding me back is me”.

When we got on the phone together she said she's in a transition period in her life, that “I do so much for others and it's time to do something for myself”.  
 
She was worried about not liking what she sees especially now that she just turned 50, that she's very uncomfortable in front of a camera, and that she would be happy if she got just 1 good picture.

So, to help her feel comfortable, I put her in my most comfortable set up: The Cozy Couch Pose.

After a few posing and clothing adjustments, and a funny story to help her relax... she settled in and I took the shot.

Then I turned my camera around and showed her, and this happened.

Here's the final shot that she loved.

Getting a photoshoot over 40 or even 50 is not vanity, it's reclamation.  It's about reclaiming permission to show up in photos and know that it's never too late to learn how to get your photo taken so you can feel comfortable in photos from now on.

I help women over 40 who feel awkward and uncomfortable in front of a camera look natural and confident in pictures by creating an environment where they feel safe and supported, so they walk away with photos that they absolutely love.

Love, 

​Debbie

If you are interested in how we do this, head over learn more about how our Glam Session is a different type of photo experience designed for women over 40.