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“Never in my life have I felt so comfortable in front of a camera or so blown away by the images that were captured. I wanted to do the shoot for my birthday —my 39th birthday—and to capture how I show up in the world with the strength and wisdom I've gathered in life so far. The photos show that and so much more, and it was all due to the fantastic experience that Darius created, and allowed me to create with him.

Darius didn't just start shooting, he walked me through the whole process, explained techniques and angles; he basically gave me a little class in how to be a model. It was extraordinary. The shoot was so relaxing and so much fun that I was disappointed when it was time to stop! I wanted to keep trying new things and taking more pictures! I can't wait to come back next year and do a shoot for my 40th birthday!"

- Kristin Dorsey

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If you want to make something beautiful together in 2021, send me a quick DM or comment below with the word "2021".

Toronto Photographer, Toronto Photography, Portrait Photography, Black and White Portraits, Testimonial TuesdaysDarius BasharFebruary 2, 2021Toronto Photographer, Toronto Photography, Black and White Photography, Portrait Photographer, Testimonial TuesdaysComment

NIKKI MCKNIGHT - OPERATIONS MAGICIAN

Dear Nikki,

It is so wonderful getting to know you. From when I first met you as the operations mastermind at Archangel, to working with you on our first HEARTshots photoshoot. Eventually I got to experience your magic firsthand as you guided me through a full-day coaching experience for my business. I’m still so grateful for HOW MUCH VALUE you squeezed into a single day.

But most of all, I’m enjoying our growing friendship. Your energy, your dedication, your wisdom and your hilarity are so wonderful to be around.

To me, you are 100% an artist. Yes, your art is different from mine; your magic is about understanding frameworks, logistics, operations and getting shit done right! But in a way your art is similar to mine, because we both love empowering epic humans to do and make cool shit.

Thank you for being awesome, for continuing to step into your light and your power, and for being such a stand up human.

I’m so excited to see where you go from here.

Big love,

PS: If you’re looking to up-level your business in 2021 and want to chat with a true magician of operations, check her out! → https://mcknightoc.com/about

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PPS: If you’re ready to make something beautiful together this year, send me a DM or comment below. I’d love to connect.⁣⁣ More info on this month’s HEARTshot photography promo → https://www.dariusbashar.com/heartshots

HEARTshots, Toronto Photographer, Toronto Photography, Portrait Photography, HeadshotsDarius BasharJanuary 18, 2021Toronto Photographer, Toronto Photography, HEARTshots, HeadshotsComment

What Would It Be Like To Celebrate Your Scars?

This is my friend Laura. She nearly died 25 years ago in a terrible car accident.

When Laura was 18 years old, her car got hit by an impaired driver and she suffered serious injuries to her body, specifically to her left leg. The doctors said it was a miracle she was alive and that she didn’t end up losing her leg. But this experience left Laura with physical and emotional scars.

Common convention when it comes to scars is to hide them. But if you know me, you’ll know that I think scars are beautiful and often deeply inspiring.

Laura obviously agrees. And when she reached out a few months back to share the vision for this photoshoot I instantly got goosebumps.

Laura booked a session to proudly celebrate one of the most difficult experiences of her life. And I can see that Laura has worked really hard to create a deep and intimate connection with her own body. The love and appreciation that I witnessed between Laura and “her human” left such a resounding impact on me.

Thank you, Laura. You gave me a gift I will never forget.

PS: Laura waited until she was ready to take this bold celebratory step. It’s important to note that not everyone needs to do something like this. We’re each on our own journey and need to check in with ourselves to see what’s right for us.

Toronto Photography, Portrait PhotographyDarius BasharNovember 30, 2020Toronto Photographer, Portrait PhotographerComment