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THE WORLD IS A DELICACY
Hi, my name is Francine! This site is the HUB of sharing all things photographed by me ;) I am a Professional Photographer, Sound Healer, Reiki Master, yogi, lover of crystals, and a seeker of love and light...currently based in Portland, Oregon.
I am a passionate woman striving to make a difference in the world by photographing subjects in a different perspective. Eighteen years ago when I discovered photography as my outlet to healing from battling breast cancer, I discovered a completely different perspective on how I viewed the world. The past 16 years I have learned everything I can about the rules of photography. I have taken numerous workshops on how to photograph landscapes, fashion, nude art, editorial, non-profit, and business. I have photographed countless subjects from nature, landscapes, people, events, and anything in between.
For the past eleven years my main subject focus has been women. I create a safe space for women to feel empowered, seen, heard, and mostly...beautiful! I capture women in their full authenticity RAW.REAL.REDEFINED. Some may call it boudoir, implied nude, or nude... Check out my site RAW.REAL.REDEFINED to see my captures.
After battling breast cancer, I have been on quite the spiritual journey. It has led me to receiving a 200 hour Hatha certification 2013, a Reiki Master certification in 2018, and a 300+ hour certification in Sound Healing in 2019. The spiritual journey has led me to taking photographs of sacred, soulful moments. It fulfills me to be able to weave both of my passions (photography and spirituality) a connection that really speaks to my soul. Hire me for your spiritual retreat as a photographer and healer.
Although I may be focusing my photography on two subjects, my passion will always be in nature. Nature is where all the healing began, it grounds me, it recharges me, it makes me happy. Upon moving to Portland in 2020, Im filled with excitement to go on new adventures and capture beautiful sites as I create new experiences in my world. I have been blessed to have the opportunities to travel to the most majestic destinations, to experience, and photograph the most amazing moments. Check out the TRAVEL section for some of my favorite destinations and imagery.
My BLOG will have all the random stories about me ;) photography, my subjects, my gear, my trials and tribulations! I'm no writer, but I have many stories to tell. The blog..a work in progress! Me...a work in progress. Come along for the ride?!
My quirks:
~ I have an infectious smile
~ My laughter can be contagious
~ I can be your best friend
Things I cannot do without:
~ Morning coffee
~ Everything Yoga {Namaste}
~ Morning walks with my dogs