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Beautiful Life

September 7, 2020 by Racheal

Headshots/Personal Branding

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@mybellalavita

Loving all these lighting classes on @thestorytell

Loving all these lighting classes on @thestorytellernetwork !

A little behind-the-scenes of what I do when I'm n

A little behind-the-scenes of what I do when I'm not behind the camera! ❤️

I was working on the finishing touches of a family's portraits, and let me tell you, I can spend a LOT of time on the little details!

Some things are so small that most people would never notice them. But I do. 😊

I guess that's because I know these portraits will mean even more to this family as the years go by.

The kids will grow up, life will change, but they'll always have these photographs to look back on.

**And that's why I take my time getting those little details just right.**

It's not just another picture to me. It's someone's family memories, and I don't take that lightly. ❤️

Do you have a family photograph that's become more precious to you over the years?

Senior pictures don't have to feel awkward. And t

Senior pictures don't have to feel awkward.

And they definitely don't have to look like everyone else's.

This is your senior year.

Your style.

Your personality.

Your interests.

Your story.

You don't have to walk into your session knowing how to pose or what to do in front of the camera.

I'll guide you through all of it.

We'll create the polished portraits Mom will want framed in the house...

and the ones that make you immediately say,

“Okayyy... THAT'S going on Instagram.”

You only get one senior year.

Let's make your portraits feel like you.

Now booking senior portrait experiences at Bella la Vita Photography.

DM SENIOR for details.

One of the biggest misconceptions about portrait p

One of the biggest misconceptions about portrait photography is that you have to walk into the studio already knowing how to look beautiful in front of a camera.
You don't.
That's what I'm there for.
With SEEN, we begin by planning how you want to be photographed.
We talk about wardrobe, personal style, and the portraits you'd love to create.
Professional hair and makeup are included.
And once you're in front of my camera?
I guide you through everything.
Your posture.
Your hands.
Your expression.
Even the smallest details.
Then, at your portrait reveal, I'll personally help you select the images and finished artwork you love.
You don't have to know how to be photographed beautifully. You need a photographer who does.
That's the experience I've created at Bella la Vita Photography.
And I'd love to create it for you.

www.mybellalavita.com/seen

I wonder how many women have hundreds of photograp

I wonder how many women have hundreds of photographs of the people they love...

And almost none of themselves.

They're behind the camera.

Organizing the family pictures.

Making sure everyone else looks good.

And when someone turns the camera toward them?

*"Oh no, not me!"*

But here's something I've come to believe.

**You shouldn't have to disappear from the photographs to prove how much you love the people in them.**

Your life is part of the story, too.

When was the last time you saw a photograph of yourself that you truly loved?

www.mybellalavita.com/seen

You wouldn't think twice about celebrating your da

You wouldn't think twice about celebrating your daughter's graduation.

Or your husband's milestone birthday.

Or making sure your grandchildren have beautiful photographs.

You'd find the time. You'd make room in the budget.

But mention doing something beautiful for yourself?

Suddenly, the questions begin.

*Do I really need this?*

*Should I spend that much on myself?*

*Isn't there something more important?*

Isn't it interesting how celebrating everyone else feels natural, but celebrating ourselves feels like something we have to justify?

**When did wanting something beautiful for yourself become selfish?**

I'd love to know if you've ever caught yourself thinking this way.

One of the things I love about being a @vicksburgc

One of the things I love about being a @vicksburgchamber of Commerce Ambassador is getting to connect with the people behind our local businesses.

Today, I had the pleasure of delivering a Chamber plaque, and it reminded me why this role means so much to me.

Behind every business is someone who took a chance on themselves, worked hard, and built something they believed in.

And I love getting to be a small part of recognizing that.

But it also got me thinking...

Why is it so easy for us to celebrate someone else's accomplishments, yet so hard to acknowledge our own?

We tend to brush off our successes as "just doing what we're supposed to do."

But building something you're proud of deserves recognition.

Being proud of what you've accomplished isn't bragging. It's honoring the work it took to get there.

And sometimes, we need to give ourselves the same recognition we're so willing to give others. ❤️

I'd love to hear—what's something you've accomplished, big or small, that you're proud of? Let's celebrate it together! ❤️

Throwback Thursday...aren't these just the cutest

Throwback Thursday...aren't these just the cutest Santa Photos? We are hosting Santa again this year on November 21st from 10:00 am to 4:00 pm. If you want to book your child's spot with Santa, follow the link below. $50 non-refundable deposit required to book, balance due the week of.
https://book.squareup.com/.../CST2MKEK8N7QX/availability

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