Being Brave Enough

Sometimes things simply click together.

I saw this beautiful human’s instagram feed and when I read her latest post I felt a tug. I decided to be brave and introduce myself and tell her what I do. We immediately ‘synced’ with one another. She was a ‘hell yes!’ person when I described my approach to photoshoots so we got to work. I know that the process wasn’t easy for her at times. (I honestly don’t know anyone that is 100% at ease having a camera in their face) but her bravery came through in spades and man we got some stunning shots because of it! Please read on to hear in her own words how it all went:

“I was going through a creative lull so this felt like something very needed as a new boost of inspiration and honestly could use even more of it now too.

There really isn't enough words I can string together that can express how much of a wonderful experience I had. From the initial getting to know each other to the session and the results, Shawnalee has blown it out of the water. I've been in the photoshoot process before but this was like no other compared to the attentiveness, caring, and creative energy that Shawnalee brings to the table.

I've been in a really difficult position for a while. This felt so serendipitous, I'm so happy with the shoot. It came at just the right time and I would love to do it again. I didn't come in with a set expectation but with an open mind.

It (seeing the images) really captured the rawness. The editing added another level of showing how it feels being more vulnerable. It wasn't different than what I was expecting, it felt just right :)

I felt a sense of "cleansing" in a way where I felt like I could reset while still being in the moment. To have an experience where there is a safe space to open up and capture the present. I think it was a wonderful moment where I could just focus on what's happening then and there which I come back to think of to this day.

I couldn't ask for a better experience. I genuinely couldn't say enough how thankful I am for the experience. It's a lasting memory for me that I still cherish.”