We spend our lives surrounded by mirrors – physical and emotional ones.
And yet, so often, we only catch fragments of who we truly are.
We see the outer shape, the familiar lines, the reflection we’ve learned to recognize, but rarely the truth behind the eyes.
For me, photography is a dialogue between the soul and the lens.
It’s more than good light and beautiful clothes -it’s about the human being in front of me, something invisible, something that can be captured not only during the perfect pose, but between them too.
Let’s be honest – most of us feel nervous and tense in front of the camera,
especially when it’s not our job to perform (and even then).
That’s why it’s so important to take a few simple steps:
– Ask yourself why and how you want to be photographed.
– Talk with your photographer about your vision and intentions.
– Remember that it’s a collaborative process, the dialog between you as a soul and me as a photographer
Your way to be seen
There’s something undeniably powerful about seeing yourself radiant, elegant, and glowing.
When we play with light, makeup, style, and a touch of glamour, we awaken an energy that reminds us of our own presence, confidence, and strength.
Beauty can be a gateway. Through the external, we often touch something deeply internal.
Makeup, clothing, and accessories become more than decoration – they turn into a language of energy and self-expression.
Sometimes, we use them to step into an archetype – to embody a part of ourselves that wants to speak.
It might be the power of a Queen, the mystery of an Angel, the softness of a Muse.
In those moments, special details – a crown, flowers, wings, or fabric that moves like light – help bring that inner vision to life.
You can come to a session seeking the spark of transformation and inspiration or You can prefer simplicity ,minimalistic mood, natural skin
There’s no right or wrong way to be seen – only your way.
How You Might See Yourself
As I said before there’s no single way to be seen through the lens .
Each session becomes a reflection of your current story –
whether you’re drawn to embody a timeless archetype or simply your truest self.
You might appear as:
– The Confident, Glamorous Woman, radiant and magnetic, celebrating her beauty and presence.
– The Sensual Woman, captured through intimate, elegant boudoir – soft light, emotion, and self-connection.
– The Woman Between Worlds, standing at the edge of transformation, embracing both strength and vulnerability.
– The Archetypal Woman, embodying timeless symbols – The Queen, standing in quiet power; The Muse, glowing with creativity and mystery; The Angel, light and untouchable; The Mother, holding the sacred calm of new life.
– The Creative Soul, expressing her passion – the dancer lost in motion, the artist surrounded by colours, the musician in harmony with the instrument, the writer wrapped in the thoughts, the actress caught between worlds, becoming every story she’s ever dreamed; the dreamer, standing still in the imagination, where everything begins.
– Or simply yourself, with no mask, no performance.
Each of these forms is a facet of you – different expressions of the same inner essence.
Whether you feel drawn to elegance and glamour, to emotional intimacy, or to quiet authenticity, the goal remains the same:
to see yourself fully, and to honour every version of who you are.
Before the session, we’ll take time to talk about what you wish to express.
You can come with a clear vision or just a feeling – we’ll explore it together and shape it into an image.
You might reflect on these questions:
– What kind of energy do I want to embody in my portrait – calm, strength, elegance, mystery, freedom?
– When I imagine myself in front of the camera, what emotion arises first – excitement, fear, curiosity, longing?
– What do I want to remember about myself from this moment in my life?
– What would it feel like to finally see myself – not as I “should” be, but as I truly am?
Your answers can become the first step toward your portrait.
Explore my portfolio and notice which images resonate with you –
which mood, light, or expression feels close to your own story.
As a first step, choose and share 3–5 photographs that inspire you.
It’s a beautiful way to begin the conversation and create your vision together.
Whatever form it takes, the purpose remains the same:
to honour your story, your rhythm, and the beauty that already lives within you.
With love,
Alena Massen
Massen Photography
