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From my experience photographing different clients, I always find something special about each one. Sandra is no different. She admitted to me that she had some reservations about having her photos done and even having some of her pictures used on my blog. It wasn't until she started the session, and saw the results that she realized how wonderful she felt and thought if she felt this way, there has got to be others that are in the same situation. Sandra has agreed for me to use these photos and her story.
"What made me decide to do this Everyone is Beautiful session? At age 46, I found myself single, raising four small children and feeling anything but beautiful. I met someone special who makes me feel good about myself and has given me enough confidence to go forward with booking a photo session I have realized that these photos were a gift to him and also to myself as well!
Where are things now? Well my children are still my life and I work full time in a fulfilling profession. I love my life and look forward to another 46 years! Yes, I am happy! The photos captured that and I think that speaks volumes of your abilities. You truly are a modern day photographer, not going for the old traditional standbys, but instead capturing the beauty that is in front of the camera!"
"What made me decide to do this Everyone is Beautiful session? At age 46, I found myself single, raising four small children and feeling anything but beautiful. I met someone special who makes me feel good about myself and has given me enough confidence to go forward with booking a photo session I have realized that these photos were a gift to him and also to myself as well!
Where are things now? Well my children are still my life and I work full time in a fulfilling profession. I love my life and look forward to another 46 years! Yes, I am happy! The photos captured that and I think that speaks volumes of your abilities. You truly are a modern day photographer, not going for the old traditional standbys, but instead capturing the beauty that is in front of the camera!"
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When M showed up at my place for an "Everyone is Beautiful - Boudoir" Session, I thought, she didn't mentioned she was a model? M told me that she wasn't a model, but I thought she could easily pass for one. She had such an easy going personality as well as was stunningly beautiful. I have a ton more beautiful photographs of her but because these are strictly confidential, we have chosen to show you this following one. The following is a message from M, and how she came about choosing to do an "Everyone is Beautiful" Session with me!
"When I got engaged, I spent a lot of time visiting various wedding sites and blogs from all over the world. One of the trends that I noticed was brides-to-be were no longer choosing traditional gifts for their future husbands, but instead opting for things like boudoir shoots. I thought this was an interesting idea but never considered it for myself as I wasn't the right person or body shape to do such an intimate shoot. Despite the thought passing, I still admired the people that took part in these sessions.
Time passed and I was still struggling with a gift for my fiance. I discussed the idea of a boudoir shoot with some friends and close family members, and they all agreed, "why not?" These people made me realize that the flaws that I was fixated on about myself, were nothing and my fiance loved me for being me. With my hesitations behind me, my search for the perfect photographer began...
I started searching across the Maritimes for a professional who I would feel comfortable with, as well as would fit my style. When I came across Rachel's site and received my first email from her, I knew that I found the perfect person! Her warm and inviting tone and her enthusiastic ideas were contagious! I immediately felt at ease with her and knew that I made the right decision.
Our wedding day is coming soon and I am so excited to give my husband this gift. This whole experience has taught me to love my body the way it is, rather than what I think it should be. I've learned that Rachel's Everyone is Beautiful Session is just that and I cannot thank her enough for helping me realize that."
"When I got engaged, I spent a lot of time visiting various wedding sites and blogs from all over the world. One of the trends that I noticed was brides-to-be were no longer choosing traditional gifts for their future husbands, but instead opting for things like boudoir shoots. I thought this was an interesting idea but never considered it for myself as I wasn't the right person or body shape to do such an intimate shoot. Despite the thought passing, I still admired the people that took part in these sessions.
Time passed and I was still struggling with a gift for my fiance. I discussed the idea of a boudoir shoot with some friends and close family members, and they all agreed, "why not?" These people made me realize that the flaws that I was fixated on about myself, were nothing and my fiance loved me for being me. With my hesitations behind me, my search for the perfect photographer began...
I started searching across the Maritimes for a professional who I would feel comfortable with, as well as would fit my style. When I came across Rachel's site and received my first email from her, I knew that I found the perfect person! Her warm and inviting tone and her enthusiastic ideas were contagious! I immediately felt at ease with her and knew that I made the right decision.
Our wedding day is coming soon and I am so excited to give my husband this gift. This whole experience has taught me to love my body the way it is, rather than what I think it should be. I've learned that Rachel's Everyone is Beautiful Session is just that and I cannot thank her enough for helping me realize that."
Tisha:
Outstanding as usual!!
(06.29.09)
Karen Watts:
These are beautiful :-)
Stephanie MacDonald:
Gorgeous, she could be a model.
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Little Ashley was all dressed up and ready for her "Semi" dance, and wanted to celebrate this special time with some photos to make it more memorable!
I had met Ashley a few months back when she did an Everyone is Beautiful Session. It was so amazing to hang out with her again on such a special occasion! Ashley wore a turquoise sweet dress, and silver ballerina slippers...for a while. We decided that we would add some character to the photos and add her green converse shoes.
So now I am posting this Blogshow on her 13th Birthday. She is growing up into a beautiful girl and I am glad that I was able to capture the last few months! Happy 13th Birthday Ashley!
When I asked Ashley for 5 favorite "ROCKIN' Random" things she responded with the following in this order:
1 - Llamas
2 - Shopping
3 - Hockey
4 - Basketball
5 - Soccer
I had met Ashley a few months back when she did an Everyone is Beautiful Session. It was so amazing to hang out with her again on such a special occasion! Ashley wore a turquoise sweet dress, and silver ballerina slippers...for a while. We decided that we would add some character to the photos and add her green converse shoes.
So now I am posting this Blogshow on her 13th Birthday. She is growing up into a beautiful girl and I am glad that I was able to capture the last few months! Happy 13th Birthday Ashley!
When I asked Ashley for 5 favorite "ROCKIN' Random" things she responded with the following in this order:
1 - Llamas
2 - Shopping
3 - Hockey
4 - Basketball
5 - Soccer
Ashley:
I love it ! thanks alooot :)
(06.25.09)
Kim Roach:
ahh love these, Happy Birthday Ashley!
(06.25.09)
Tammy B:
Ashley is gorgeous!
(06.26.09)
Valerie:
Love her eyes, nice idea for semi pics!
(06.26.09)
Michelle:
I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE
HER DRESS!!! So cute!
Jeannie DesRoches:
Such amazing photos of my Niece from such an amazing photographer. You are so amazing Rachel! XO
(07.07.09)
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Let me introduce you to Rachel. When a stunning beauty like this asks to be photographed you prepare yourself for some amazing shots. Rachel is the single mother of a beautiful 11 year old daughter. She is a full time property manager in PEI & NB, managing 14 shopping plazas and is attending UPEI part time. Rachel and her daughter have 3 dogs in which they train for fly ball tournaments throughout the Maritimes.
Almost two years ago, she went through a major life change. It knocked her to the ground and she wasn't sure if she would get back on her feet. With the support and love of wonderful family and friends, she bounced back stronger, happier, and healthier. It was a journey but one that left her "a better person than the one she was before" and for that, she is very thankful.
Like most moms, she wasn't one for taking care of herself ahead of others. Everyone and everything came first. So the first task she assigned for herself was to take time for her. Rachel took on the motto "If Mama's not happy; nobody's happy." It certainly made a difference in her healing.
Rachel had left university after attending for a year and a half right out of high school. She always said that she would go back but along came marriage, a daughter, bills and obligations and that goal was always put on the back burner. So in the fall of 2008, she started back at UPEI part time, while working full time, to finish her business degree. It gives her a great sense of pride to be working towards this goal and she is thoroughly enjoying it.
Since this was a Everyone is Beautiful - Boudoir Shoot, I can only show you a handful of shots. I believe privacy in these sessions is of the utmost importance. As with all of my clients, especially boudoir clients, I have discussed this with Rachel and she has agreed that these photos could be posted.
Rachel's
"When I stumbled upon your website with the boudoir pictures - I had done a little modeling in my late teens and remembered how great it was for the self esteem then. As I drove to the session, I thought, "What are you doing?" but that thought disappeared as Rachel made me feel comfortable immediately.; The session was so much fun; I would do it again in a heartbeat.
As for the result?I could not be more pleased with the photos. They are tasteful and beautiful. You have such an eye for detail and are busting with talent; It can be seen in my pictures. The whole experience was what I needed to get my self confidence back. I felt great during the session and if I have a low day, I can grab my book of photos and say, "Not bad for 36, Rach. Not bad at all."
I have recommended to all my girlfriends a boudoir session with Rachel Peters. Rachel is so warm and sweet, I felt comfortable immediately and that speaks volumes considering I was dressed in lingerie! The shots were tasteful and beautiful. Rachel has a talent to not only pull the beauty out of each person but to capture the environment in the shot which adds to the beauty. The shots do not look staged - they are natural and captivating. The boudoir session is one of the best things I could have ever done for me. I feel great about the results and will have these beautiful pictures to look back on when I am old and gray. I'm thinking a family shot of the three dogs, my daughter and I will be next.... I'm thinking Rachel would find a really cool location to shoot those!"
Almost two years ago, she went through a major life change. It knocked her to the ground and she wasn't sure if she would get back on her feet. With the support and love of wonderful family and friends, she bounced back stronger, happier, and healthier. It was a journey but one that left her "a better person than the one she was before" and for that, she is very thankful.
Like most moms, she wasn't one for taking care of herself ahead of others. Everyone and everything came first. So the first task she assigned for herself was to take time for her. Rachel took on the motto "If Mama's not happy; nobody's happy." It certainly made a difference in her healing.
Rachel had left university after attending for a year and a half right out of high school. She always said that she would go back but along came marriage, a daughter, bills and obligations and that goal was always put on the back burner. So in the fall of 2008, she started back at UPEI part time, while working full time, to finish her business degree. It gives her a great sense of pride to be working towards this goal and she is thoroughly enjoying it.
Since this was a Everyone is Beautiful - Boudoir Shoot, I can only show you a handful of shots. I believe privacy in these sessions is of the utmost importance. As with all of my clients, especially boudoir clients, I have discussed this with Rachel and she has agreed that these photos could be posted.
Rachel's
"When I stumbled upon your website with the boudoir pictures - I had done a little modeling in my late teens and remembered how great it was for the self esteem then. As I drove to the session, I thought, "What are you doing?" but that thought disappeared as Rachel made me feel comfortable immediately.; The session was so much fun; I would do it again in a heartbeat.
As for the result?I could not be more pleased with the photos. They are tasteful and beautiful. You have such an eye for detail and are busting with talent; It can be seen in my pictures. The whole experience was what I needed to get my self confidence back. I felt great during the session and if I have a low day, I can grab my book of photos and say, "Not bad for 36, Rach. Not bad at all."
I have recommended to all my girlfriends a boudoir session with Rachel Peters. Rachel is so warm and sweet, I felt comfortable immediately and that speaks volumes considering I was dressed in lingerie! The shots were tasteful and beautiful. Rachel has a talent to not only pull the beauty out of each person but to capture the environment in the shot which adds to the beauty. The shots do not look staged - they are natural and captivating. The boudoir session is one of the best things I could have ever done for me. I feel great about the results and will have these beautiful pictures to look back on when I am old and gray. I'm thinking a family shot of the three dogs, my daughter and I will be next.... I'm thinking Rachel would find a really cool location to shoot those!"
Kara S.:
Stunning! Both Rachels in this blog are inspiring!
(06.17.09)
Jen Mac:
This is a great story and I love that the photos have captured Rachel's strength and beauty! What an inspiration!
(06.17.09)
Sherri McD.:
I want to book a session...do you have any appointments left this summer?
(06.17.09)
Lori:
Beautiful pictures Rachel.
(06.18.09)
Sue Gallant:
Inspiring pictures.
(06.23.09)
Susan Buote:
beautiful pics Rachel.... you are so talanted!!!!!!!!!!
(01.19.11)
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Meet Jenna-Marie. J-M is a Grade 11 student with an enormous amount of beauty on the inside and outside and a great sense of style! I had a great time capturing this delicate time of her life with an "Everyone is Beautiful" session.
As we roamed around looking for a great location for photos, I remembered what it was like to be that age. Friends, Boys, Boy Friends, Music, Friends, Boys, Boy Friends, Music, repeat X 100. Oh and lets not forget school. It is a great age to capture and spend some time with as it brings you back to that time.
As we roamed around looking for a great location for photos, I remembered what it was like to be that age. Friends, Boys, Boy Friends, Music, Friends, Boys, Boy Friends, Music, repeat X 100. Oh and lets not forget school. It is a great age to capture and spend some time with as it brings you back to that time.
Everyone is Beautiful Sessions are available to book for all ages, and reasons. Actually there is no reason to feature yourself in such a wonderful way. It is just simply because you are beautiful!
Tasha:
sweet pics :)
(06.13.09)
Patricia Connolly:
These sessions are awesome!
(06.13.09)
Erin:
Great photos!
(06.14.09)
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This is great that she shared these photos and inspirational story!
(07.07.09)Love these Everyone is Beautiful Sessions
(07.07.09)So Lovely!
(07.07.09)How inspiring your posts are, love that you are including words from the client.
(07.07.09)