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You’ve probably told yourself a photoshoot is something you should want—for your business, for your family, for the memories. But deep down, you truly want to Celebrate Your Beauty. We live in a world where practicality often dictates our choices, and self-care can sometimes feel like an indulgence rather than a necessity. You might have […]

40 Over 40, Portrait

May 20, 2025

4 Empowering Reasons You Should Celebrate Your Beauty with a Photoshoot

'Celebrate Your Beauty: A woman with wings in a powerful and artistic photograph.
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What if the way you see yourself isn’t the truth—just a belief your brain is trying to prove? As a luxury portrait photographer who works with women from all walks of life, I’ve seen it firsthand: incredible women who are wildly capable, loving, and successful—and still silently struggling with how they view themselves. This internal […]

Portrait, Thoughts & Musings

May 12, 2025

How to Shift Your Confirmation Bias and Start Seeing Yourself Differently

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  If you’re a woman reading this, there’s a good chance no one ever told you this before: You have permission to take up space. To be seen. To be celebrated. To exist boldly and unapologetically in front of the lens. As a longtime Austin photographer who specializes in empowering women through portrait photography, I’ve […]

40 Over 40, Mindset Challenge, Portrait

May 5, 2025

Dear Woman in the Background: You Have Permission to Be Seen

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If you’ve been following my journey for a while, you know I spend my days as a luxury photographer in Austin, TX, helping women see themselves through a new lens—one of beauty, strength, and confidence. I specialize in capturing women through empowering portrait experiences, and I truly believe in the power of an empowering photoshoot […]

Portrait

April 21, 2025

An Empowering Journey with a Luxury Austin, TX Photographer

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  How often have you told yourself, “I’ll do it when…” “When I lose the weight.” “When life slows down.” “When I feel more like I have more confidence.” “When everything is perfect.” Let me ask you this, sis—how long have you been waiting? As a premier Austin portrait photographer, I work with women daily […]

Portrait, Thoughts & Musings

April 14, 2025

The Powerful Key to Confidence is YOU!

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Hey Love, Let’s get one thing straight: confidence isn’t something you stumble upon—it’s something you build. And no, you don’t need to be in your 20s, be a certain size, or have life “all figured out” to be confident. Especially as women over 40, 50, 60, and beyond—we’ve already proven our strength. Now, it’s about […]

40 Over 40, Portrait, Thoughts & Musings

April 7, 2025

Confidence Isn’t Found—It’s Built (Especially After 40)

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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, […]

40 Over 40, Portrait

June 19, 2024

Empower Over 40: Janessa Daniels

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Moms are the queens of photo albums. Snapshots of them cradling newborns, giggling with toddlers, and cheering on graduations fill the pages, chronicling their journey of motherhood. But dads? They often get relegated to the role of photographer, rarely finding themselves captured in these precious moments. This Father’s Day, let’s rewrite the narrative. Here’s why […]

Portrait

June 13, 2024

Dads Deserve a Lil’ Photo Love, Too

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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 […]

40 Over 40, Portrait

May 15, 2024

Empower Over 40: Heather Biagas

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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 […]

40 Over 40, Portrait

May 8, 2024

Empower Over 40: Georgina Edwards

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