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Gorgeous Rachael

March 3, 2012

Elegant in the Light

I am embarking on a new journey in my photography, and I am so excited. I don’t know exactly what it will look like yet, but I sense God moving me into a direction that is already blessing me down to my toes. I know it involves capturing the beauty in women, and helping to build their confidence in themselves. I will most definitely blog more about this as it develops. I believe there are amazing adventures on the horizon as I continue to seek God’s way for my path as an artist.

When I asked Rachael if she would help me begin this journey, she graciously agreed. No, she does not work as a model. I don’t even think she has been photographed much except for her engagement and wedding photography. Truthfully, she doesn’t even really know how stunning she is. She has a light that radiates from within her. Rachael’s spirit is so pure and honest. She is the girl next door, married to a hardworking cowboy and lives in my hometown. I cannot tell you how much fun we had playing dress up with a make up artist and a flower wreath fit for a princess. It truly was a wonderful day. I think every woman deserves to feel this beautiful, and I want to be part of making that happen.

Thank you sweet and beautiful Rachael. You are a light.

Princess

Fresh Face

Beautiful Bookworm

Happy

Those Eyes

Cutie

Free Spirit

Stunning

Sweater Girl

Classy

Glamorous

Adorable

Mischievous

 

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13 Comments

  • Reply Joanna March 3, 2012 at 10:35 pm

    These are really great photos. I enjoy reading your blog. Photographing women to build confidence in themselves is a really unique idea, it’s hard in our society today to have that kind of confidence and to know that we are beautifully made.

  • Reply Leslie March 3, 2012 at 10:42 pm

    Whoa. She is STUNNING, and so natural in front of the camera. I see the glow!

  • Reply Jamie Upchurch March 3, 2012 at 11:16 pm

    Amazing pics! Shes beautiful. I would love to do something like that!

  • Reply kmo March 4, 2012 at 2:14 am

    So beautiful! Love the wreath. And she is positively lovely.

  • Reply Flora March 4, 2012 at 11:02 am

    Great job Mary Anne, once again the way you capture inner beauty from the outside is amazing. Love your work & I can’t wait to see where God leads you & to follow you on this wonderful journey.

  • Reply Jamie March 4, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    Mary Anne- I love your “new direction!” 🙂 These photos are beautiful as is Rachel. The lighting and styling is perfect!!

  • Reply Mama March 4, 2012 at 2:46 pm

    Type your comment here…

  • Reply Mama March 4, 2012 at 2:51 pm

    I will try again. Mary, the pictures are beautiful and the model was precious. No matter what direction you take, you will be successful. You have a wonderful talent. You just have to figure out what floats your boat. Go forth and be prosperous. I love you.

  • Reply mom March 5, 2012 at 8:26 pm

    You certainly have chosen a great beginning for your project. Rachel is beautiful and your pictures are wonderful.

  • Reply Dinah March 7, 2012 at 10:49 pm

    MaryAnne…..I am very excited for you! I have always believed in you and knew God was all over your photography. Looking forward to your blogs and the stories of the beautiful women you will be sharing with us on this journey. God has something amazing instore for you and the women that will be blessed as well! Love you sister!

  • Reply Tere March 8, 2012 at 5:33 pm

    Lovely pics! Sign me up to be one of your subjects. I could use a dose of beautiful. Unless, like my eight-year old said, you only take pictures of Rachaels?

  • Reply Tasra Dawson March 12, 2012 at 12:02 pm

    Stunning! Would love to talk with you about your new direction!

    • Reply maryanne March 12, 2012 at 1:17 pm

      Thank you Tasra! Yes, let’s chat soon!

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