She walked in excited and a little nervous, grinning because she knew this whole session was a surprise for her boyfriend. As we got started, the mood turned soft, playful, and easy. Pretty details, relaxed poses, and flattering light made everything feel natural and fun. She kept laughing, imagining his face when he opens this gift and realizes what she did just for him. The photos came out sweet, feminine, and full of confidence with just the right hint of mischief.

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Marilyn is 71 years young and an absolute sweetheart.

When she walked into the studio for her 40 Over 40 Project session, she brought the kind of warmth that makes you instantly feel at ease. Gentle, kind, and full of quiet joy, she reminded me exactly why this project matters so much.

And for the first time ever… I was taller than someone.

We laughed about it, of course. But what stood out far more than our height difference was the grace she carried with her. The way she smiled. The way she trusted the process. The way she allowed herself to be seen in this season of life without hesitation.
Marilyn didn’t come in trying to look younger. She came in ready to be celebrated exactly as she is. And that is where the magic happened.

Her portraits are soft, beautiful, and filled with a lifetime of stories written in every line of her face. Proof that confidence doesn’t have an age limit. Proof that beauty only deepens over time.

Women like Marilyn are the heart of the 40 Over 40 Project… real, radiant, and wonderfully themselves.

#40Over40Project #WomenOver40 #AgelessBeauty #FargoPhotographer #CelebrateYourself #PortraitExperience #ConfidentWomen #SeeYourself #TimelessBeauty #ArtographyByBethany

If you’re a 2026 bride, this is a really good time to think about booking your boudoir session.

Before wedding planning gets busy and your calendar fills up, you have the space to do something that is completely focused on you. Boudoir is one of the few parts of the wedding experience that is not about timelines, guests, or logistics. It is about how you feel and how you want to remember yourself during this season of your life.

When you plan your session early, you are able to enjoy the process without feeling rushed. You have time to plan wardrobe, relax during hair and makeup, and fully enjoy a guided photo experience. You will also have your images ready well before the wedding, so they can be part of the story rather than something done at the last minute.

Many 2026 brides are reaching out now simply to secure a date and give themselves plenty of time to enjoy the experience.

If this has been on your mind, now is a great time to start the conversation.

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The most meaningful details in your portraits are often the ones you almost forget to bring.

A necklace from your grandmother.
Your wedding veil.
A sari passed down through generations.
A military jacket.
A pair of boots that tell a story.

Sentimental and cultural pieces add a layer of depth to your session that no store-bought outfit ever could. They carry history. They carry emotion. They carry you.

When you bring items that reflect your heritage, your memories, or your milestones, your portraits become more than beautiful images. They become personal. They become layered with meaning that only you fully understand… and that’s what makes them powerful.

These are the pieces that make you pause when you look at your photos years from now. These are the details your children and grandchildren will ask about. These are the stories that live inside the image.

If you’re planning a session, take a few minutes to look around your home and ask yourself… what holds a story?

Bring that.

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There’s a quiet shift happening this year... women are walking into my studio with a different energy. Not because someone told them to. Not because of a milestone. Not because of a special occasion.

But because something inside them said, it’s time.

Time to be seen.
Time to feel strong again.
Time to reconnect with the woman they know is still there.

They aren’t coming in to “take photos.” They`re coming in to meet themselves again. To step into a version of themselves they’ve been imagining for a while now. Confident. Present. Grounded. Powerful.

And I have the honor of witnessing that transformation every single week.
Women aren`t waiting for permission to celebrate who they are. They`re choosing to do it now. They`re choosing to invest in experiences that remind them of their worth, their beauty, their presence.

They`re reimagining themselves... and they`re brave enough to make it real.
When they walk through my doors, I see the nerves. When they leave, I see the glow. The posture. The softness. The strength. The spark that comes back to life.

This year feels different.
This year feels intentional.
This year feels like women stepping fully into their power and deciding they deserve to be remembered this way.

And I am deeply grateful to be the one they trust to capture that moment.

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That sentence carries so much weight. When life changes you... through motherhood, loss, aging, or major transitions... confidence can quietly slip into the background. Not because you failed, but because you’ve been focused on surviving, caring for others, and holding everything together.

Confidence doesn’t disappear forever. Sometimes it waits patiently until you give yourself permission to come back to yourself.

A boudoir session is about being met exactly where you are, being guided, supported, and reminded of what’s already within you... even if it feels distant right now.

If you’ve ever wondered whether confidence is something you can feel again, this is your reminder. It is. And it starts the moment you choose yourself.

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Come see me at the Delta for bridal boudoir and a chance to try out the LUXE Events ND portrait booth!

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The Wedding Show is Fargo-Moorhead’s best wedding show to plan your dream wedding!

Are you saying “I Do” in the near future?

We know that planning a wedding is a stressful job, and we want to help make your wedding day full of nothing but pure bliss!

The Wedding Show 2026 is Sunday, January 25th from Noon to 3pm at the Delta Hotels by Marriott Fargo located at 1635 42nd St S.

VIP: Tickets are $50 in advance or $75 at the door. Enjoy a swag bag filled with gift cards and special offers from our vendors.

Register at the event for your chance to win over $10,000 in prizes!

More info / tickets here: https://kfgo.com/wedding-show/

Drop a ❤️ in the comments if you`re excited to learn more about the RED Project coming in 2026!

The RED Project is an empowering photography experience for women 21 and over who are ready to tell their story through bold, beautiful portraits. Every detail is curated for you... professional hair, makeup, lashes, and a stunning wardrobe selection all come together to elevate your time in the studio. This exclusive experience uses luxury products and styling to showcase your portraits with intention and artistry. Rise into your strength, Embrace your journey, and Define how your story is remembered.

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