photographing playful creator and coach rachel walker

Playful, colourful and energetic… the studio was buzzing when playful creator and coach Rachel Walker walked in, in all her glorious bubbliness! She definitely brought out the PLAY in us too, we had such a blast!

Let’s get to know her a little more and her reasons for having a shoot with me!

Who is rachel walker?

I'm a Whole Person Certified Coach, Self-Discovery Facilitator & Creator of Courageously You. I help doubtful overthinkers to get confident in themselves and their relationships, by adopting a playful mindset to knowing who they are and what they want.

I do this through writing and doodling on my blog, having honest conversations about who we are in our relationships on my podcast 'Is it Normal?', 1:1 private Coaching and small group workshops using the LEGO Serious Play Method.

why did you need new photos?

I was feeling like I'd outgrown my existing brand a little and needed to update my visual identity. I also wanted to accept and celebrate the fact that I am the centre of my brand, and a photo shoot felt like a good way to do that. Plus I had been following Rosie on Linkedin and really liked her work.

why choose rosie for your photos?

Rosie's work really spoke for itself. Looking at the photos she'd done for others I knew it was exactly the kind of 'vibe' I was looking for. Colourful, fun and empowering, professional but not stuffy. I was also drawn to Rosie because of the whole experience of the shoot - she has created an experience that makes you feel special and like the day it all about you (which is a very rare thing to find!) whilst equally making sure you feel comfortable and at ease.

how was your experience at the photoshoot?

Every part of the experience exceeded expectations (even though I already expected it to be great!). It's one thing having a photoshoot where you get a whole special experience - picked up from the station, customised painted backgrounds, food and drink, hair and make up! But when you combine that with Rosie's expertise as a photographer it elevates it all to the next level - because you are having a great experience AND know you're getting amazing photographs as a result.

what results have you achieved since working with rosie?

The shoot has opened up a new possibility of options for me that I felt too 'small' to go for before. For example, I've always wanted to look for PR opportunities such as magazine features and now I feel confident enough to use my photos to go for it. It's also helped me set the future direction for my brand in a way that feels more in line with what I offer, and I now feel more confident to take myself seriously as a content creator and coach.

what would you say to others wanting to experience a rosie parsons photography shoot?

Do it. This is so much more than a photo shoot. It makes you think about who you are and what you represent, and then bring it to life in a way that looks professional and exciting. It will help you see yourself from a new place of confidence and take yourself seriously as a personal brand, in a way that is authentic to you!

Rachels website with all her new fabulous photos! www.courageouslyyou.co.uk

Interested in having your own shoot? Send me a message!