The 40 over 40 Campaign
A luxury photoshoot experience
Celebrating 40-plus people and their stories
Located in Nelson, Lancashire
I am looking for amazing people in their 40's, 50's, 60's and above, for a one of a kind empowering experience, celebrating your life and your story.
It's time to start a conversation about the beauty of aging. We need to change the way the world and media define it, and to embrace the freedom and confidence of finally being comfortable in your own skin.
Help me show the world what 40+ and fabulous looks like!
Why 40 over 40?
Turning 40 was a HUGE milestone for me. I remember thinking that 40 was seriously old when I was a young adult, but when I got there I realised that I was almost the exact same person I was at 19, but more secure, more confident and a hell of a lot stronger. I was amazed at how just turning 40 made me a more powerful person, more resilient, kinder to myself and more appreciative of myself and what I have been through.
Back in November 2021 I did a very rare self portrait session, that (as usual) I was completely dreading. Having struggled with my weight and with an eating disorder for most of my adult life, self portraits are a hugely anxious and draining thing to do and I therefore very rarely do it. But something amazing happened. I LOVED MY PHOTOGRAPHS. I was so happy with them I cried, and immediately I was struck by the thought “This is how my clients feel!!” Everything I have gone through made me the person I am today.
That thought had a magical effect on me as both a person and as a photographer. My confidence increased 10-fold, and I became obsessed with the thought of making more and more people feeling the way I felt when I saw my own portraits. I even decided to take on a self portrait project for 2022 and take more photographs of myself, for me, for my husband and kids, for my clients!
If I can do it for myself, I can do it for you!!
I honestly can’t stress this enough. I don’t completely enjoy the process of shooting and editing my self portraits, not going to lie! But I’m so proud of the images I’ve created and the incredible effect its had on my self esteem and confidence. I’m amazed at how much my project has affected me in such a positive way. And I truly believe that I am a better photographer for knowing personally how a beautiful image of yourself can alter your perception of your body. If I can do it for me, I can DEFINITELY do it for you!!
There are so many stories that need to be heard from women over 40. Let’s celebrate the fact beauty doesn’t diminish with age. Help me tell your story about being a member of society over 40. Celebrate your beauty and appreciate every scar, every line and every grey (or purple, or green, or pink!) hair. I intend to disrupt & transform the way we are viewed (or forgotten) by the media and society at large by putting out beautiful, authentic images and real stories of ourselves.
This is just one of the many reasons why I am doing these sessions. I want to hear about the successes in your life. I want to hear about the difficulties that made you who you are today. This is your chance to be seen and heard!
Everyone has a story and I cannot wait to hear yours!
The Details
Who can take part?
This portrait experience is open to all, with emphasis on Women, Trans and Non-binary people..
How much does it cost?
The 40 over 40 experience has a session fee of £50 (usually £200)
Every participant receives one 8x10” mounted image as a thank you for their trust in me.
What does it include?
The session fee includes hair and makeup from my incredible makeup artist.
It also includes access to my full studio wardrobe that is fully stocked with beautiful gowns in all styles and sizes.
You will also receive a complimentary styling session a few weeks before your shoot so you can try on my gowns or bring your own clothing ideas so we can put together the perfect shoot wardrobe to make your images even more spectacular!
It includes your shoot itself, where I will pose and direct you from top to toe, in at least 3 different sets/outfits.
And finally, my favourite bit, it includes the reveal session, where you come back a couple of weeks after your shoot to see your images for the first time.
There you will have a chance to choose your absolute favourite image to choose as your thank you gift, and I also have beautiful products that will help your images be showcased in the most luxurious way if you choose to purchase more.
Products/images start at £150 and folio boxes start at £800 but further purchase is not essential, what you spend is completely up to you!
And finally, once the project is completed, I will have a small exhibition featuring the participants and I will host a champagne reception for you and your loved ones to attend and see images and words from all the participants, most likely in mid-2023.
