Portrait and boudoir photographer Self-acceptance facilitator
A picture really can be worth a thousand words.
The trick is understanding that the only words that matter are your own!
I am creative, fun, generous, patient, and many other things that make me a beautiful person. How would you describe yourself? It's not exactly easy, is it? Saying something positive about yourself without feeling conceited. Your words to yourself matter. I create experiences to encourage you to see yourself through the lens of love. Whether it's an event or a photo session, the end result is always to connect more fully to yourself.
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Where can you find me?
I'm in the western suburbs of Chicago, IL. Predominantely working in Downers Grove, IL. and Villa Park, IL. for indoor sessions. Outdoor sessions available at select parks weather permitting. I work hard to find like-minded individuals and businesses to collaborate with for events, you can find all the details under my INFO tab.
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What is my goal?
I want to create an experience that allows you to feel safe to explore a side of yourself you have not allowed to be seen before. All the nuances and emotion that you embody, I want them to shine through. Seeing yourself in a way that brings you closer to you.
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Why?
Why do this, you ask? Why would you want to sit with others at these events and workshops? Why bother with photos of yourself? What would you even do with them?
04.
Why not?
Why wouldn't you, is the real question. We all yearn for love and acceptance. The thing is, it starts from within. So, go to the event, get the photos. You deserve stunning art on your walls that reminds you every day how amazing you are. I hope you'll accept my invitation to come home to yourself. The photos are what you take with you. The shift is what stays.
FUN FACTS ABOUT ME:
The SUN is my happy place!
- I am all about sandy beaches and warm weather.
- PINK is the new black, I am that girly girl.
- Shopping! Therapy or Addiction? I can't decide.
- Maxi dresses over mini skirts, wedge over stilettos
- Traveling and road trips fill my adventure cup.
- Riding on the back of my husband's motorcycle is my favorite position.
- Tacos are my love language, but chocolate & wine fix everything.
- Historical romance novels are my guilty pleasure. (Virginia Henley is a QUEEN)
- Tea Time is my quiet time, bring on all the fruity herbs.
- The original Strawberry Shortcake is the Berry Best!
- Christmas is great but Halloween is where it's at.
- I love my clients and they love me!
- "Memories fade but photos are forever", is not a cliché
KIND WORDS
I absolutely loved doing my photo session with Michelle. I could not have asked for a better experience. It went above and beyond my expectations. Michelle was very professional and made me feel so comfortable. She told me exactly how to pose, where to look, and helped me relax because i was so nervous. she made me feel so confident and beautiful.
