Pretty/Strong

I loved this portrait setting. Denise hadn't had her portrait made in years-but she'd been a model in high school. At six feet (and then add the heels!) she still holds herself like a model. She had some specific ideas about the "look" she wanted.

What I most enjoyed about the session was the conversation-we talked about how all women deserve to feel beautiful. Denise is beautiful-and strong and wise.

I'm not 18. And I'm not a size 6. And I often hesitate to have my photograph taken ( and I dread that 3-sided mirror in a dressing room). And as we discussed the stereotypes of women, Denise reminded me that no one has to fit into the media-ideal body type to pretty. Not a bad lesson.  Thanks Denise.