This woman was going through so much you cant see in this picture, this is ME 9 years ago, the day this was taken changed my path completely.
2017, I have just seperated from my husband, my confidence was shot, I was the biggest I had ever been and felt like my life was over, single mum of 2 and a working wedding photographer. Shooting weddings was always a passion I believe in true love and the way that shows on camera is inspiring, however going through a seperation and hearing your first dance song at every job was hard.
My anxiety was so high, I researched photographers after seeing one of the free shoot adds, because if I was going to put myself out there in that way I had to be confident I wasn't going to get burnt, I knew most photographers use the FREE SHOOT hook and then get you on the images. The studio I chose to apply for had their prices right there on the website, I loved their vibe, I felt safe, from the very first call and even after my shoot I never felt that they didn't care. I later joined the team because of how they made me feel.
Its so hard to explain to someone who's never done a shoot why it boosts your confidence, but as a larger lady who always felt like I had to cover up, it was so freeing to not have to be ashamed of my own body, I bought tight fitting clothes that hugged my curves, I even bought a bikini, I raved to everyone that they should do a shoot even if it was with another company.
Fast forward 9 years Im 3 stone lighter, and my confidence while it may not be 100% everyday, I am kinder to myself, kinder to my own body and I have shot thousands of clients in this style under 2 different studios.
I have taught myself new techniques with lighting and props, I continuously learn and develop my skills being able to shoot all the genders confidently
