I was able to have the amazing opportunity to work with Gregory James Photography and Saturday i was able to have my photo reveal. I feel like I have to express what this experience has meant to me.
From the moment I met Greg, he made me feel super comfortable. During the personality reveal, he basically read me like a book and revealed things i didnt even know about myself. I won't say this was an easy conversation to have, there were tears and lots of big feelings, but it's not too uncomfortable. I found that my personality reveal really showed me the kind of person I wanted to see through the photoshoot. I've struggled all my life with body dysmorphia. I avoided photographs, even with my children. Greg had me put together a Pinterest board of things that inspired the version of me I wanted to reveal and he made a playlist based on some of my favorite artists.
The day of the shoot, you're given the Super Model treatment. There's snacks and refreshments, slippers and a cute robe to walk around the studio in, a private bathroom for you to change or freshen up in, a personalized playlist turned up, a gorgeous personalized welcome board. It was AWESOME. Then, after looking at the outfits and coming up with some ideas with Greg, you get into hair and makeup for the pros to work their magic, while Greg organizes your outfits and sets up for the first shot. I ahve never felt so pampered before. Once your all dolled up, it's just a good time from there on out. I am definitely not a picture person, so Greg really helped me get comfortable with poses, gave amazing direction, and made the whole experienceso much fun. The whole day is tailored to you.
The day of the reveal, i was a ball of excitement and anxiety. But walking into the studio i was in complete awe. My photos up on the walls, a digital display playing through the collage, and two walls with my prints to look through and pick my favorite pieces. I could not believe that it was me in the photos. Seeing these photos makes me feel like I'm seeing myself for the first time. The woman in these photos is inspiring, strong, and beautiful (which is not how i would describe myself before). The bonus was getting to enjoy this experience with my husband and getting to see his reactions along with my own.
From the bottom of my heart, thank you Greg and team for showing me, me and giving me the opportunity to have this amazing experience. read more