Choosing to do a second shoot with Shalista was a no brainer for me. I loved all the images I got during my first shoot, the only problem I had with looking at those pictures now was that I was wearing my wedding ring and the images were an anniversary gift. I wanted to do a second shoot after getting a divorce, one that was for me. I looked at pictures on Shalista’s website and Facebook group to get outfit ideas, and the ladies at Bella Vous were super helpful too! I was excited for my shoot, definitely calmer getting my hair and makeup done this time compared to the last time. Narrowing down my images was difficult, I loved all of them and the book turned out gorgeous! I would highly recommend doing a shoot with Shalista, the investment is worth it! I can’t wait to do another shoot again!

I had always felt unseen and not special. I wanted to feel unique and beautiful. The day of my shoot, my husband was out of town. I went in excited and ready. The makeup artist was amazing. I gave her free rein to do me up as she saw me. I took a few selfies and sent them to my husband to which I received several wows and sexy and beautifuls. When it came time for my shoot, Shalista took me through each step, arch, smile, toe point, finger curl. It was wonderful. And when we were done. She asked if there was anything else and I asked for one more photo. Up to this point, I had hidden my scars, my mom stomach, my stretch marks. But my goal was to see me. So, I stripped down to all my glory, wearing nothing but my wedding ring and the first necklace my husband ever gave me and asked her to find a way to show me the real me. Today, I get to see my revel and I can’t wait to meet me again.

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