You may be feeling a mix of different emotions leading up to your photoshoot. And that’s okay! Whether you’re excited, anxious, or both, reading positive affirmations can help put you in the right mindset before for your shoot! As important as it is to take care of yourself physically, it’s just as important to take care of yourself mentally. You may even want to take some time to think about why you wanted portraits to begin with. Whatever it is, you are going to look amazing! And just remember, we are celebrating YOU and the queen that YOU are!

- “You can’t be that kid standing at the top of the water slide, overthinking it. You have to go down the chute.” -Tina Fey

2. “We need to reshape our own perception of how we view ourselves. We have to step up as women and take the lead.” -Angela Merkel

3. “I am my own muse, I am the subject I know best. The subject I want to know better” -Frida Kahlo

4. “Make yourself a priority once in a while. It’s not selfish. It’s necessary.”
– Karen A. Baquiran

5. “This is your moment. Own it.” -Oprah Winfrey

6. “I don’t need a crown to know that I’m a queen” -Lizzo

7. “Darling, you’re a goddess, a badass and you’ve totally got this”

8. “Be healthy and take care of yourself, but be happy with the beautiful things that make you, you” -Beyoncé