When we were younger, our parents would mark the passing of years with portraits, either formal portraits (like my parents did with my brother and I, and like I did with my children) or with simple snapshots; freezing moments of our childhood to remember long after we left childhood.
Who's to say when we should stop celebrating our own birthdays? As women, we get so busy raising our children, having a career, and living a busy and stressful life that we forget about documenting our own passage through life. I suggest that we stop that and celebrate the Goddess within!
Case in point, my sweet friend, Angela. It was Angela's birthday, and despite the fact that I have photographed her before, this was different. This was to celebrate her special day ~ HER BIRTHDAY!
This time, though, instead of having a boudoir session, which was a few months ago, Angela went for a beauty session with two themes. First, a slightly Victorian Saloon Maiden. Second, a badass Boss Babe. After consultation about wardrobe, hair and professional makeup, we put together and incredible session.