She is Here
She is Ready
She is You
It's time to shed the self-doubt and embrace your journey – the brave, the vulnerable, the ever-changing "you." Booking a photoshoot is an act of self-love, a chance to capture the unique spark you bring to the world.
Whether you choose professional branding, headshots, boudoir, glamour or casual portraits, this fun and empowering experience will unveil the extraordinary woman within.
Are you ready to see yourself through the "She is" lens?
Let's create something precious and beautiful together.
BOUDOIR • GLAMOUR PHOTOGRAPHY
Let me and my all-female team celebrate the woman you are in a safe and confidence-boosting environment. This is your chance to gift yourself or someone special, stunning boudoir photography that celebrates your sensuality, glamorous portraits that capture your confidence and inner light, or beautifully styled shoots that showcase a moment in your life.
HEADSHOT • BRANDING PHOTOGRAPHY
She is Visible gives you the tools to make a lasting impression and connect with your audience. Together we will create impactful branding images, headshots, business portraits, and engaging social media content that reflects your brand and elevates your professionalism. From capturing your entrepreneurial spirit to crafting creative content, these images will ensure you showcase your true self to the world.
BUSINESS & BRANDS
Businesses and brands, are you connecting with your female audience in an empowering way making women your loyal customers and clients? I can help you to elevate your narrative by capturing the essence of real women who will inspire your audience. This powerful approach creates deep connections, meaning women can see themselves reflected in your story, and celebrates the extraordinary women who will make your brand come alive.
Love Notes: what other women are saying
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“The entire experience was affirming and worth the effort and expense. It forced me to focus on myself. I laughed, I cried, I felt sexy and strong. I was safe, heard, and seen. This opportunity was about more than taking photos; it was about creating an experience about me and for me.”
Erica
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“Before the session, I was anxious. After the session, I felt very beautiful and empowered.”
Jean
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“I felt very confident and excited to have had such an easy, calm photoshoot. Tanja made me feel very comfortable in front of the camera and it was fun to "act" like a little model! I also REALLY enjoyed having my make up and hair done. As a performer, I am used to always doing my own hair and make up. This was such a treat and I felt very pampered!”
Kristin
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“The transformation is not just about physical appearance but also about the changes inside our hearts.”
Rita
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“I can’t thank you enough for your encouragement and the way you made me feel. I haven’t had much of that in a very long time! You made me feel beautiful.”
Sue
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“Tanja is a one of a kind gem. She has the ability to bring to life, not only your life story-she brings forth the true essence of who you are through the images she takes. From our first initial phone call to the actual Photoshoot day, Tanja made me feel like a Shining Star. This was a synchronized meeting and I’m honored and blessed to be a part of The Shine Campaign 2023. I am looking forward to more Photoshoots with Tanja!I encourage others to schedule a Photoshoot with Tanja! It is life changing!”
Tina
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“I was anxious in the beginning as I was not sure what to expect. However, Tanja made me feel secure, beautiful and empowered. It was so much fun. I felt beautiful, I felt as though I mattered and I felt like what I think a model would feel like the 1st time. The photoshoot permitted me to see myself on the outside. To “see” my outer beauty. To see all of my different personalities which exist inside of myself. This was purely for me. To unlock and shed the part of me which believed for so long I wasn’t worthy of myself. I thank the universe and creator each day for Tanja. She captured all of my beings. She is truly gifted.”
Chantalle
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“The whole experience has been a dream, understanding, thoughtful, listening, and very experienced photographer Tanja is the shining star. Thank you from the bottom of my heart”
Katarzyna
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"I was just excited before the session. I loved getting the hair and makeup done because it doesn’t happen on a regular for me. I knew what kind of pictures I wanted to do so I was ready. After the session, I felt empowered. I did something I always wanted to do. I finally was fearless enough to do it! And the pictures turned out more beautiful than I imagined!"
Vanessa
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“One of the very best decisions I’ve made for myself! I had the time of my life being pampered and having so much fun at the shoot! I cherish my photos and have shown them to everyone! I am so happy I did it!”
Cheryl
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“I wanted to thank you so much for this wonderful experience of the photo session and seeing the final product. It was wrapped so nicely I was afraid to open it. But I used the gloves and enjoyed looking at the photos over and over. I so appreciate you sharing your talent to produce such great work!”
Jenny
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“It was AMAZING!!!!! I treated myself to the session as an early birthday gift and I loved the personalization of it all! It all came together at the right time!!!”
Kaz
Meet your photographer
I'm Tanja, a portrait and branding photographer with a Chicago heart and a German soul. As a wife, mom, and passionate advocate for women, the "She is" philosophy - that every woman deserves to see and own her own unique strength and beauty - drives everything I do.
Women's portraiture is my passion. I help women shed self-doubt and embrace their authentic selves – revealing the woman who is worthy of love, respect, and self-belief.
Witnessing this revelation through the lens is both inspiring and enormously fulfilling. It's about so much more than a photoshoot; it's about igniting a lasting shift in how women see themselves.
Coming to CHICAGO
October 7 - October 25, 2024
Be part of the international SHE IS movement and get featured in our yearbook of incredible women!
NOW BOOKING - only 8 spots available!
Follow our posing tips, behind the scenes and more on Instagram! See you there!
