
You’ve built a life.
A career.
A family.
A reputation.
From the outside, it looks accomplished.

Not broken.
Not dramatic.
Just… disconnected.
This season of your life isn’t about becoming someone new.
It’s about recognizing the woman you already are.
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This is a guided portrait experience created for women and gender diverse people over 35 who are ready to:
You do not need to know how to pose.
You do not need to lose weight.
You do not need to “fix” anything first.
You simply need to show up.
And I will guide the rest.



Inside your experience:
• Professional hair and makeup designed to enhance - not mask
• Expert posing and expression coaching (you will never wonder what to do with your hands)
• Wardrobe guidance tailored to your body and your style
• A personal consultation focused on your story and this chapter of your life
• A private image reveal where you see yourself with fresh eyes
This is not about perfection.
It’s about presence.
We stop chasing approval.
We start craving alignment.
We want images that reflect our strength, softness, wisdom, ambition - all of it.
As a portrait photographer in Nanaimo serving Vancouver Island, I specialize in photographing women in this powerful in-between season - accomplished yet evolving.
“I don’t usually like photos of myself.”
“I feel invisible lately.”
“I don’t recognize myself anymore.”
And then they sit down at their reveal…
and go quiet.
Because they see her again.

Not for exclusivity’s sake - but for depth.
Your session is not rushed.
You are not slotted into a factory-style calendar.
This experience is crafted around you.
Portrait commissions typically range between $1,500–$3,500 depending on how you choose to preserve your images - whether as heirloom wall artwork, albums, or curated collections.
Because this isn’t about files sitting on a hard drive.
It’s about artwork that reminds you who you are.
I created this experience because I know what it feels like to question your reflection.
I also know how powerful it is to see yourself clearly again.
My work is rooted in the belief that being seen - fully and honestly - is transformative.
This is not about vanity.
It’s about visibility.

If you feel the quiet nudge toward this next chapter, let’s begin with a conversation.
There’s no pressure.
Just clarity.
Portrait Photography for Women and Gender Diverse People 35+ in Nanaimo & Vancouver Island
Barbara Anne Photography specializes in transformative portrait experiences for women and gender diverse individuals seeking meaningful, confidence-building portraits. Located in Nanaimo and serving Vancouver Island communities including Lantzville, Parksville, Qualicum Beach, and beyond.
STUDIO: 5-7221 Lantzville Road, Lantzville, BC, V0R 2H0
Email: info@BarbaraAnne.ca Phone: 250.619.5424
Barbara Anne Photography Copyright © 2026

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