The Truth About “Not Being Photogenic” — and Why It’s a Lie

Let’s get something straight right now:
“I’m not photogenic” is one of the biggest lies we tell ourselves.

As a boudoir photographer, I hear this almost every single day.
“I’m awkward in front of the camera.”
“I never look good in photos.”
“I’m just not photogenic.”

But here’s the truth no one talks about enough:
Being photogenic isn’t a special gene. It’s not a rare talent. And it’s definitely not a measure of your beauty.

It's about feeling safe, seen, and celebrated.
And that? That’s something every woman deserves to experience.

It’s not your face—it’s your comfort.

You’ve probably never had someone take your photo with the intention of empowering you. Most of us were taught to hide our “flaws,” to pose a certain way, to smile even when it’s not real. It’s no wonder so many of us feel awkward and disconnected in front of a lens.

But when you're in a space where you're allowed to let go, to be messy, to be radiant, fierce, soft, sexy, bold, real—that’s when the magic happens. That’s when you see the version of yourself that was always there… you just needed the right environment to reveal her.

You don’t need to know how to pose. You just need to show up.

The truth is, most of my clients are everyday women—not models, not influencers, not camera-confident divas.
They walk in feeling nervous, unsure, and sometimes even terrified. But they walk out feeling empowered, glowing, and saying things like:
"I can’t believe that’s me."
"I’ve never felt so beautiful."
"I wish I had done this sooner."

Because being photogenic is not about having a perfect face—it’s about capturing real, raw confidence. And confidence doesn’t come from the camera—it comes from within.

So, no more “I’m not photogenic.”

Because you are.
You’ve just never had someone show you what the camera sees when you finally let your guard down.

And I promise you this:
Once you see yourself through that lens of empowerment, you’ll never look at yourself the same way again.