You may think pictures are just well, that pictures. No big deal. But portraits can be a very powerful tool if you know how to use them. Portraits can anchor identity shifts, manifest emotions and inspire new stories. They can help us create confidence, step into a new role and feel our power. Here are three ways to use Portraits to cast your own spell.
Manifest the emotion you want to feel | Spend some time before your portraits really honing in on what you want to feel during and from your portraits. Do you want to feel fierce? Empowered? Maybe soft and elegant? Do some journaling to write those emotions down and be sure to share them with me (or your photographer).
Gather your ingredients | Dressing the part makes a difference. There’s nothing like a gown to make you feel like a goddess–full of knowledge and strength. Or even something simple as wearing a color that just makes you feel bright and like YOU. Don’t forget to spice it up with some fun accessories or props.
Cast your spell | Spells work when there’s not just intention but action. It’s time to have fun and lose yourself in your session. Enjoy just being there and the experience, soak in that persona, that emotion and know that it’s all a part of you.
Remember, the magic is within you to be whoever you want to be, to evoke whatever emotion you want to embody and to enjoy that journey. YOU are the spell.