Janessa Daniels. 50 I am a Woman, Wife, Business Owner, Social Justice Advocate ___ Choosing to have this photoshoot marked a significant hello to my 50s. It was an opportunity to embrace this new chapter in both my personal and professional life. The shoot served as a means to see myself from a different perspective, […]

Let’s face it: society often tells us that birthdays and celebrations are for the young. But what about the rest of us? We hit a certain age, and suddenly, the confetti cannons get packed away, and the party hats gather dust. But here’s the thing: celebrating yourself is just as important, if not more so, […]

Heather Biagas. 50 Owner of Lil Mama’s Kitchen, Baker ___ I’m the proud owner of Lil’ Mama’s Kitchen, a wholesale specialty bakery, and I’ve dedicated over 25 years to perfecting the art of creating delicious treats. While my professional life revolves around baking, I must confess that I’m a bit of a homebody. My idea […]

Georgina Edwards. 41 Credit Union Executive ___ I underwent weight loss surgery five years ago, shedding over 135 lbs. Last year, I had skin removal surgery for my 40th birthday. Finally, feeling comfortable in my body, this photoshoot celebrates self-acceptance and embracing my newfound confidence.   My mom has been the most influential person in […]

Felicia Retiz. 56 Former Deputy Geographic Information Officer. Currently Retired, Loving Wife and Grandmother ___ It was an absolute honor to be captured by the talented photographer Felicia Reed. These photos are more than just images; they represent the joy I genuinely feel at this point in my life. Five years ago, I was diagnosed […]

Edna Jackson. 50 Mom, Deputy Executive Administrator ___ Choosing to have this photoshoot was a special way to mark my 50th birthday, capturing both individual and family portraits that hold significance in this milestone celebration.    The most influential people in my life have been my mother and father. Up to this age, my greatest accomplishment is finding peace […]

Emily Kipp-Wright, 48 Licensed Professional Counselor & Founder of Anchored & Beacon Behavioral ___ My Nannie recently passed away at 89 years old, and she has been the “woman” in my life for all of my 48 years, so SHE is the most influential person in my life. She married her high school sweetheart and […]

Cortney Baker, 49 CEO/Founder KidsCare Home Health and Multi-Passionate Artist ___ Choosing to have this photoshoot held deep significance as I approached my 49th birthday on September 29. It was a celebration of life and survival, marking my strokeaversary on September 18. These pictures will be a beautiful reflection of how I feel at this […]

Carolyn Veliz, 50 Registered Dental Hygienist, Mom, Ultasmarathoner ___ Choosing to have this photoshoot was a celebration of a significant milestone – my 50th birthday! The most influential person in my life has undoubtedly been my mother, and up to this day, my proudest accomplishments include being a mother to four beautiful daughters and running […]

The idea of stepping in front of a camera can sometimes feel daunting, especially as we age. But what if I told you there’s a photography experience that captures your beauty and empowers you to embrace every aspect of yourself, regardless of age?  An Empowering Movement What sets the Empower Over 40 Experience apart is […]