Vaishali

Vaishali has been one of the first participants of our 40 over 40 Experience this year. It has been wonderful photographing women over 40 and I can’t wait to share more shoots with you. We have met incredible women in their 40s, 50s, 60s and approaching 70 and we’re so excited for the exhibit! If you want to participate, fill out a form HERE.

We asked Vaishali questions about beauty and confidence over 40:

What does beauty mean to you?

Beauty is confidence, kindness and empathy. You need enough of these to lift others, while also taking care of yourself.

What do you love about yourself?

I love that I am a driven individual that thrives in change. I excel at giving myself challenges and then setting plans to achieve them. I am a firm believer in change for the good, whether it’s in the small ways in which we may organize a desk or our closets, to the big things such as how do I parent my kids, how can I become a more giving member of my community, how can I change for the better. I also love my sense of humour and ability to bring levity to situations. Life and work can get heavy, it’s great to get through these times of heaviness with levity at the right times.

What makes you feel beautiful?

My dedication to my health and working out makes me feel strong and confident, and therefore beautiful. I also feel beautiful when I’m smiling because a smile comes from the inside and I’m thinking of positive thoughts when I’m smiling.

How do you nurture your confidence?

I nurture confidence in building positive relationships with those around me. I give praise and admiration whenever I feel it, and I don’t hold back. I nurture confidence through taking care of my health through working out. I nurture confidence through building meaningful relationships around me and investing quality time with my loved ones and friends.

Before this photoshoot, when was the last time you did something for yourself?

When I turned 45, I gave myself a birthday that was all about me. It was the first time I ordered all the things I would enjoy, without putting everyone else ahead of me. So it’s been nearly a year!

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5 Powerful Photoshoot Affirmations

A lot of people are nervous before a photoshoot, especially if it’s your first professional photoshoot. It’s completely normal.

You may fall into some patterns like questioning yourself, overthinking, assuming you won’t do a good job etc.

Here are some powerful affirmations to put to work before your photoshoot:

When we accept ourselves, we won’t sabotage ourselves and we’ll go after what we want.

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When you do things for yourself, everything falls into balance.

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Always talk to yourself like you’re your own best friend!

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… because you absolutely don’t need to be perfect to be beautiful.

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You can always become the love that’s missing in your world!

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What Photos To Use For Online Dating (for men)

Online dating doesn’t have to be frustrating!

Follow these tips to avoid online dating photo mistakes. You can also book a photo shoot and experience the change!

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1. Post solo photos

   You may want to show you love your friends, but if all or most of your photos are picturing groups, it’s very confusing. This is about showing You. It’s ok to include one photo with your friends.

2. Use a combination of professional and phone photos

   Professional photos are sharp, creative and they focus on you thanks to the use of clean backdrops. They will make you stand out for sure. Go easy on editing requests - you should look your best but still like you.

3. Don’t use old photos

   There’s no excuse for using outdated photos, especially if you did change quite a bit. Be authentic with your presentation to avoid uncomfortable dates.

4. Don’t use mirror selfies

   Please, just don’t. They are usually very messy, showing bedrooms, bathrooms, gym lockers or even mirror smudges.

5. Don’t hide your face and go easy on accessories

   Even if sunglasses are you favourite accessory, skip them. People want to see your eyes and your face clearly, so avoid sunglasses, hats, helmets, masks etc.

6. Use black & white photos

   You may not realize this, but black & white photos do very well!

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Claudine

It’s been incredible to photograph Luxury Real Estate Specialist Claudine in beautiful Château Du Lac, Muskoka.

“Thanks so much, you are so great at your craft! You nailed it and I am very grateful for you and your work!”

— Claudine

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3 Benefits of Artistic Expression

Every single time, the stress accompanying the photoshoot goes away about 30 minutes into the experience and what remains are the countless benefits!

Here are 3 benefits of artistic expressions:

1. It boosts your self-esteem

   The ability to express yourself feels freeing and results in higher self-esteem

2. It alleviates fear and stress

It gets you out of your head and makes you focus on action.

3. It improves cognitive function

When we’re creative, we use parts of th brain that aren’t usually in action for everyday tasks.

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Podcast: Harness the Power of Brand Photography

Few weeks back, I had the honour of being interviewed about Brand Photography by Chelsea Johnson on Cue To Cue podcast. I hope you enjoy our conversation!

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How do you feel in front of the camera?

Are you comfortable having your photos taken?

Being comfortable and building a collaborative connection with the photographer are important elements of a successful photo shoot. This week, brand & portrait photographer, Agnes Kiesz reminds us that allowing ourselves to  open up and show our true self during photoshoots are crucial in creating your brand. Choose a photographer that you can connect with and understand your goals for your brand! If the photographer does not know anything about you, how they can capture your essence? 

In this episode:

• How brand photography can showcase your identity as a professional artist.

• How authenticity in creating your own brand can build a lasting relationship with your audience.

• The length of time you spend on social media impacts your perception about reality.

• The importance of building a connection with your photographer in capturing your essence as an artist.

• Tips for a successful Brand Photoshoot.

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