This is Fran

95% of my clients don’t like getting their photos taken. They’ve had some negative experience of photography and are often nervous. But Fran was not typical. When she walked in the door, she was 0% nervous and 100% ready to go.

From the first moment I spoke to Fran in our intro call, I knew it was going to be special. I could feel both her inner artist and her inner child. They were excited, loud, and ready to play. A powerful combo.

Most of the time my clients want me to figure out the creative direction of the photoshoot, which I am more than happy to do. Meanwhile, Fran had done research on what types of photos she wanted, and even had a moodboard ready for me.

I remember the moment she walked through the door on the day of our first shoot. We took a moment to ground ourselves by chatting and having tea. Then when it was time to begin, we jumped right in.

I learned that Fran is deeply committed to growth, and I think this is where she gets so much of her courage. She knows that the fastest way to grow is by going just outside of your comfort zone.

Often when I photograph people yearly, there are big differences. But in Fran’s case, what I saw was a deeper expression of the same qualities of kindness and optimism.

Yes, she had grown as a person, but she was still the same kind and courageous Fran.

Watching Fran express herself in the photoshoot and then seeing her support herself while reviewing the photos afterward left a big imprint on my heart.

It gave me permission to be kinder and more loving to myself.

Thank you, Fran! I am so grateful for both our photoshoots together.

Big love,

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PPS: If you want to see a fun video Reel I made for Fran you can find it on my Instagram or my TikTok.