This gorgeous lady decided to gift herself a photoshoot with me for her 30^th.

She planned it so well, had a really clear idea of the styles of photos she wanted, but I don’t think Erin was prepared for just how profound the experience would be. Erin’s words…

“As it was my 30th birthday mid year, I decided late last year that a great present to myself to end my 20’s would be a portrait shoot that was about me rather then the usual family pics.

After losing 15kg, I was feeling ok about myself, but still had issues with my confidence.

I also want to be able to look back when I’m an elderly lady and admire my looks before they faded hahaha.

Leading up to the shoot I was quite nervous and a bit of an anxious wreck when I walked in.

Paula and Katie were so welcoming and made me feel so at ease – they made me feel at home.

After shooting for the first few minutes Paula showed me one of the pictures,

I actually broke down in tears..

To see myself in that kind of way really opened my eyes mentally to how the world most likely sees me.

Since having the shoot I actually have so much more confidence in myself.. I feel like the shoot was exactly what I needed to realize I’m no longer a girl, but a women.

I feel proud. Proud that its me in those images.

I now realise that I am beautiful (I feel weird saying it though). I realise I should be proud of the way I look and to hold my head high.

I realise that when people look at me, they aren’t necessarily looking at me thinking I’m a hideous monster.. They may actually be thinking I look nice

For the first time in my 30 years, I have true confidence within myself, not just a front I put on, but real internal confidence.”

What an awesome way to gift herself – it was so special to see the transformation in Erin’s confidence, she just elevated and it was so beautiful to be a part of.