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Capturing the Strength of Women: How Photography is Harnessing Female Empowerment

Capturing the Strength of Women: How Photography is Harnessing Female Empowerment

empowering women through photography

With technology rapidly advancing and the world becoming more interconnected, it’s no surprise that photography has become an important tool for capturing the strength of women. Women empowerment photography is a form of visual storytelling that helps to empower and celebrate women. 

The Power of Visual Storytelling

The power of visual storytelling lies in its ability to capture the essence of a story. Using photography to tell stories, photographers can create powerful images that evoke emotion and bring attention to the strength, resilience and beauty women harness.

Photography can also be used to create a more positive representation of women in the media. By using photography to highlight stories of female strength, photographers can help to challenge outdated stereotypes and create a space for women to share their stories.

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Capturing Feminine Strength through Portrait Photography

Portrait photography is one of the most powerful types of photography. Photographers can help create a visual narrative that celebrates women’s beauty, strength, and resilience by capturing women who have achieved success and overcome personal obstacles.

At Kathy Howard Portrait, we believe in the power of portrait photography to capture the strength and beauty of all women. We want to show you how you can use our images to celebrate your own journey and inspire others along the way.

We believe there’s no one-size-fits-all approach to life, and we want our clients to feel empowered by their unique strengths and experiences. That’s why we take such care in creating portraits that are personal and meaningful–portraits that reflect who you are as an individual.

Our goal is not just to capture your likeness; it’s also about capturing who you are as an individual. Women no longer look to be portrayed as delicate flowers or fragile princesses; they want their portraits to reflect their strength, power, and beauty. They want to be portrayed as strong leaders who can take charge when necessary–or even just as independent individuals who don’t need anyone else’s approval to live on their own terms.

We believe in capturing these kinds of images because we know how important it is for women everywhere to see themselves represented in ways that make them feel empowered.

I believe that every woman is strong. I believe every woman carries the power to change the world within her, and I want to help her do it.

I’m a portrait photographer who specializes in capturing women’s strength and beauty. I’ve been shooting portraits for over 10 years. In that time, I’ve seen so many amazing women come through my studio: women who are beautiful inside and out, who have overcome incredible hardships and obstacles, and who are working hard every day to make their dreams come true. And I want to be able to share their stories with others.

My goal as a photographer is not just to capture an image of someone–it’s also about capturing an individual’s story, personality, life experiences and what makes them unique. When you look at my work, you’ll see more than just faces; you’ll see personalities come alive through the lens of my camera!

 

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Maddocks Family Portraits | Raleigh NC Photography

Meet Debbie & Morgan, mother & daughter.  Debbie won a voucher for a photo shoot via silent auction, grateful to have met and to add this duo to my friend group!

A super special day, the first time they have been photographed since a few major life changes.  We laughed, and cried, lots of hugs.

Debbie & Morgan have big open hearts, two of the kindest people I have EVER met.

Received this note after their session …

” Our session was truly magical for me.  What a memory to cherish for the rest of my life.  The photo session was all that I had hoped for, and more.  You made us feel like movie stars, royalty and princesses all rolled into one.  Thank you for making this such a special day for us.”

 

 

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Do you exist in photographs with the ones you love?  Message me and let’s chat.  Consultations are complimentary.

xo

Kathy

 

 

 

 

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Sophie | Raleigh NC Senior Portrait Photography

Meet Sophie.  Class of 2021 superstar – adventurous, smart & a ton of fun to be around!

Sophie has been playing volleyball for 6+ years, mostly at national level, so after her pro hair & make up,  we decided to begin her session in the studio with volleyball portraits.  With my low ceilings, it really was hilarious to get the action shots lol!  And wait until you scroll to see her ‘Tyra’ volleyball portrait – awesome.

Sophie’s school did not offer the traditional black cape senior portraits, so we photographed those next.  Then it was time to head on location downtown Raleigh, and we finished up at the NC Museum of Art.

One of my favorite photo shoots, enjoy the photos!

 

 

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Kathy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Currin Family | Girls Morning Out Family Portrait Session | Raleigh NC

Happy New Year!  Despite a tough year for so many of us, was one of the lucky ones to continue working (after a few months of shut down), and to meet some truly WONDERFUL clients that I now call my friends 🙂

Valerie reached out because she needed a new dynamic head shot to celebrate her recent job promotion.  During our consultation she realized it had been many years since she had professional portraits with her daughters, and decided to include them for a fun morning out of portraits & making memories!

We began Valerie’s session with beautiful head shots for her.  We continued with a light & airy look, photographing all together and some individuals.  We also celebrated her daughter’s 16th birthday with portraits!

The session ended with a stunning and classic black and white portrait series, surely to be treasured for generations to come – be sure to keep scrolling to view!

 

 

When was the last time you had professional portraits with your loved ones?  Maybe 2021 is your year 🙂

NOW BOOKING Portrait sessions through June 2021.

Hit the contact button if you have questions, consultations are always complimentary and absolutely no obligation!

xo

Kathy

 

 

 

 

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Isabel | NC Senior Portraits Photography

Meet Isabel!  Sweet, funny and kind.

Have known Isabel for several years, photographed her sister last year, and was excited to finally get to know her better!

We had THE perfect photo shoot in Raleigh – can’t EVEN believe the flower field we photographed.  With her joy & her smile, it was the best day 🙂

We began in the studio with beautiful magazine style portraits, and then head out on several locations downtown Raleigh.

Thank you Isabel for being so fantastic to photograph, enjoyed every minute xo

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Kathy

 

 

 

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Izzy | Raleigh Senior Portraits Photography

Meet IZZY!  Fun, musical, beautiful, adventurous and truly one of the kindest people I’ve met lately!

This senior portrait session was so much fun, still laughing thinking about this beautiful day with this amazing senior.

We began in the studio with Hollywood style portraits, and THE most amazing Hollywood waves hair style.  So perfect for Izzy, just one of her four looks we photographed that day, including a gorgeous end of day golden hour in a field.

I love to begin with magazine style portraits in the studio, before heading out downtown Raleigh and about.

Thank you Izzy for the BEST day sweet girl!

xo

Kathy

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McKayla| Senior Portrait Raleigh

Get ready for a whole lot of pretty!

Mckayla has the prettiest and warmest smile, so fun to photograph and be around.

Her session began in the studio with black drape classic senior portraits.  Mom had taken her to a local company, but was unhappy with the results.  First time I’ve photographed this style, am pleased that Mom and Mckayla love her senior drape portrait!

Then things got more fun and we played some volleyball in my studio with low ceilings – lol!  Mckayla has been playing volleyball for many years, and I’m so glad that we captured this for her senior portraits.

Then we head out on location, just a breeze to photograph her.  Mckayla & Mom, thank you for a fantastic day!

 

 

xo

Kathy

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Mayu | Raleigh Portrait Photography

Beautiful Mayu reached out to me because she wanted professional portrait studio portraits in her wedding dress, before she traveled to Japan for her wedding.

Of course was excited, I adore photographing women in beautiful gowns, especially a celebration photo shoot like this one!

We met in the studio to plan the session, and Mayu decided since her hair & make up would be on point, to wear two of my studio gowns for more portraits … it was such a fun day of dress up & beauty.  Her husband joined us later in the session for stunning couples portraits.

And you know what’s so fun?  After their session, they went out to lunch on Glenwood, Mayu in a cute white dress  – so many people honking and congratulating them on getting married!  Just love it.

 

 

xo Kathy

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Louise | Class of 2020 | Raleigh Senior Portraits Photographer

I first met and photographed Louise 2 years ago, when she came to the studio for the Project Beauty campaign.  Just one of the nicest, kindest people I’ve ever met!

Louise was back in the studio with her family (pre-pandemic) for updated family portraits celebration to include parent’s anniversary and graduations of Louise and her sister.  It was such a fun morning, adore this family that I’ve known for over 10 years.

We began with professional hair & make up for all the ladies, lots of laughter & girl talk!  We then photographed studio portraits of Louise and the family.  The first image here actually won me Bronze award with the Portrait Masters – I love it so much, and how Louise completely opened up to me & the camera.

We stepped out front of the studio for some urban setting portraits for Louise,  thankful to have so many great locations to photograph my seniors so close to the studio!

One more outfit change, and we headed back outside to finish up the session.

Congratulations on graduation Louise, I know this season of pandemic hasn’t been the easiest.  Class of 2020 will shine extra brightly!

 

 

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Kathy

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Volpe Family Portraits Photographer | Girls Morning Out Photo Shoot

It’s so nice to have time to blog these days, so fun to look back on these sessions that make my heart s0 happy 🙂

Lori’s awesome husband surprised her for Mother’s Day with a gift voucher for a girls morning out photo shoot!  The girls came to the studio for a morning of pampering with hair & make up, and lots of hugs and laughter.  Not only did we photograph beautiful legacy portraits of the girls, but then Dad joined in at the end for a family portrait for their holiday card.

Oh, and both of Lori’s sweet girls are ballerinas … we even managed to capture a few stunning dance portraits before ending the day.  Be sure to scroll all the way to the end of this post to view the images, soooo pretty!!!

This family unit was one of the most caring, loving and sweetest group of women I have had the pleasure of photographing.

 

 

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Thank you Volpe family for an amazing day.

xo Kathy

 

 

 

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