I’ve never been a big fan of change. Perhaps it is my Taurean nature but I usually prefer my rut and knowing what is going to happen next and having control over the future. Knowing that Entourage is on Wednesday nights and that every Friday night in our house is Pizza Night. I like knowing what is going to be coming my way.
I have become to realise however that as an artist, change is good. Change is needed. Change is necessary and without change there is no growth. I have begun to push myself creatively with the camera to experience new things, moments that I haven’t experienced for myself yet but hope to in the future. Having my mother hold my hand to steady me as I step into my wedding gown. The world stopping around me as I hold my breath and see my love at the end of the aisle, waiting for me. The expectancy of growing our own family. So many moments that are so scary but also something I can’t wait to experience without hesitation.
For the past couple of months I have been analysing myself and my business as I discover who I am and where I am going personally and in business. Undergoing a rebranding of my business has been intense and a journey of self-exploration and has helped me understand who I am as a girlfriend, mother, daughter and sister as well as a photographer. As a woman it is difficult to wear so many hats and still know underneath them all that you are the same girl you always were. The same little girl who loved to do cartwheels, climb trees and was daring enough to step up time and time again in front of an audience and perform. None of these things defined me but were a part of me. I have discovered that being a photographer is not a definition of who I am, but one part of the puzzle just as any of my hats are another part of the puzzle.
So as I begin this next phase of change in my life, I welcome it not just into my business life but into my personal life. To be me. Honestly and intently.
I thought I would share these bridal images of Von that have become a part of my heart, just like each bride and groom do. The feeling of peace and exploration as she relished her new life as Mrs is giving me strength to face my own life with just as much peacefulness and intent. I do give a lot to my clients, but they give so much to me in return that I am beyond grateful for. Change can be good. Especially when it includes Jimmy Choos and a sprightly stroll through a forest with your groom unable to take his eyes off you.
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