The Art of Self-Love: How Portrait Photography Can Transform How You See Yourself

Have you ever seen a photo of yourself and thought, “Is this how I look like”?

Maybe your eyes went straight to something you don’t love—a line on your face, the way your body looked, or the tiredness you felt showed through. And in that moment, you completely missed the good stuff—your smile, your light, your strength.

So many of us know that feeling. Over the years, between raising kids, caring for others, or just moving through the ups and downs of life, it’s easy to lose sight of ourselves. Add in the constant pressure to look “perfect” in a world full of filters and comparison, and suddenly we forget how beautiful we already are.

But here’s the truth: the way you see yourself isn’t always the way others see you. The people who love you notice your laugh, your kindness, the way your eyes light up when you talk about something you care about. They see you.

Now imagine if a photo could remind you of that too. A photo that didn’t just capture your face, but your spirit. A photo that showed the strong, vibrant, beautiful woman you already are.

That’s what portrait photography is really about. It’s not about perfection or pretending. It’s about pressing pause, stepping in front of the camera, and allowing yourself to be seen as you truly are. And sometimes, seeing yourself in that new light can change everything.

My recent favorite quote from movie Nonas:

“Beauty is a Feeling”.