Empowering Women of All Ages to See Their True Beauty

Luxury photography for women ready to rediscover confidence and celebrate their unique journey.

Are you a woman in your
40s, 50s or 60+?
This is your time to shine!

I’m searching for 40 women over the age of 40 who would like to empower themselves through a beautiful photo session experience. I turn 45 this year and I want to start a conversation around the beauty of aging and change the way the world sees and hears us.

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YOU ARE A WORK OF ART

Hello Gorgeous!

You're invited to participate in the NEXT Fabulous Over 40 Event!

If you've always wanted to do a boudoir or glamour session, you have a milestone or event in your life that you want to mark, and you'd like an insane confidence boost, then you should be part of Fabulous Over 40!!!

*Space is limited & terms and conditions apply.

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  • A woman with blonde curly hair, wearing a black leather jacket and red jewelry, sitting on a teal velvet sofa against a black background.

    Age is not a number but a badge of honor

  • A woman with blonde hair wearing glasses and a white turtleneck sweater, smiling and resting her chin on her hand against a white background.

    Your stories are are bold declarations of resilience, beauty, and enduring power.

  • A woman with glasses and a large white flower in her hair, wearing a pink velvet dress, lying on a vintage pink velvet sofa, smiling at the camera.

    You are The Emodiment of Wisdom and Beauty

How it WORKS

  • Let's Chat

    We’ll start with a quick call. You can ask questions, and we’ll get to know each other a bit. I’ll explain the process, and once you book your session, we’ll set up your wardrobe consultation & session date. I have an amazing studio wardrobe for you to choose from!

  • Photo Shoot Day!

    Get ready for a celebrity style photoshoot! Your session starts with professional hair and makeup. Then, once you’re dressed, I’ll guide you throughout your session, and we’ll work our way through outfits & poses. I promise you’ll find the experience fun, rewarding, and most importantly…empowering. I’m confident you’ll leave feeling your beauty!

  • The Reveal

    Many women are nervous about seeing their portraits, but this is the best part! We’ll meet about a week after your session to review your images. I’m certain you’ll find yourself loving your portraits, but don’t worry, I’ll help you select the best and advise you on what products will prove invaluable for enjoying and preserving your images for many, many years to come.

We are looking for women just like you

Why should I do this?

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To do something empowering for yourself.

To honor what makes
you beautiful and unique.

To embrace every freckle, line and scar
no matter your age, shape or size.

To share your story about what
it means to be a mature woman.

To stand in your own power with body-positivity, strength and courage.

To help other women realize their potential by stepping out of the shadows.

To learn to love the reflection looking back at you in the mirror.

To acknowledge that self love isn’t selfish.

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the ULTIMATE Photoshoot EXPERIENCE

the ULTIMATE Photoshoot EXPERIENCE •

IS THIS FOR YOU?

WHAT'S INCLUDED
in your
LUXURY gLAMOUR SESSION

PROFESSIONAL HAIR AND MAKEUP

EXPERT POSING & COACHING

wARDROBE CONSULTATION

PREPERATION GUIDES

90 MINUTE PHOTOSHOOT

UP TO FOUR OUTFITS

PRIVATE PHOTO REVEAL

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A woman with long, wavy red hair in a green dress with thin straps, looking down and to the side, with a black floral tattoo on her arm, against a dark background.
A woman with short, wavy brown hair wearing a white button-up shirt, posing with one hand on her hip and the other near her face, smiling softly against a black background.
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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

I am offering the 40 Over 40 Portrait Experience for just $390.
The total value is over $800. 

WHAT DOES THE $390 INCLUDE?

As one of my ‘40s, 50s, 60s, 70s++’ women, you will receive:

• CONSULTATION - To discuss how YOU want to be photographed and to plan the wardrobe & styling.

•PROFESSIONAL HAIR & MAKEUP - A pampering session with makeup artistry and hairstyling so you look your best.

• FULL ACCESS TO OUR STYLE CLOSET - Enjoy couture pieces in our studio wardrobe during your shoot.

• PORTRAIT OF YOUR CHOICE - You will receive your favorite digital portrait from your session OR an 11x14 Print. Additional photographs and products will be available for purchase.

• ORDERING SESSION - Where you see your images at the studio & select your gifted image and order your favorite photographs and products.

• YOU'LL BE CELEBRATED IN MY UPCOMING EXHIBIT EVENT - When the portrait series is complete, you will be celebrated in an exhibition featuring a portrait of each of the fabulous subjects I've photographed.

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SESSIONS ARE LIMITED AND BOOKING FAST.

Apply now!

Let’s have a quick chat about including
you in the 40 Over 40 Portrait Experience.

Shalista Anderson, SIoux Falls Photographer

WHY 40s, 50s, 60s, 70s++, WHY ME AND WHY NOW?

My name is Shalista Anderson, I am 44 and a portrait photographer. I have been a professional  photographer for 20 years and this is the most powerful portrait series that I have worked on with clients to date and I can't wait to meet you!

I started my portrait and photography business because I wanted to create something very special as a gift for all women to enjoy.

It will be fun, fulfilling and transformational. Join me on a fun and incredible adventure.

Remember . . . it is ALL about you.

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TO SHOWCASE THE
PORTRAIT SERIES:

YOUR STORY + VIDEO INTERVIEW about what beauty means to you, etc. Your story will be used to showcase the series at my upcoming 40 Over 40 Portrait Exhibition and on our website, blog and social media platforms so we can share how FABULOUS you are with the world.

• That interview may be shared on my website, blog and social media.
•Before and After makeover photos may be shown.

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MORE ABOUT THE 40 over 40 Portrait Experience

Let’s celebrate that beauty doesn’t diminish with age.

Help us tell your story about what it means to be in this season of life today!

Celebrate your beauty and appreciate every scar, every line and every grey (or purple!) hair.

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SESSIONS ARE LIMITED AND BOOKING FAST.

Let’s have a quick chat about including
you in the 40 Over 40 Portrait Experience.

TAKE A LOOK AT EVERYTHING INCLUDED:

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1) CONSULTATION: WARDROBE & STYLING, PLANNING

Complete custom photo session design Advice on colors, styling
and fit. You may wear any of the couture pieces in our studio wardrobe  during your shoot, if you desire.

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2) pROFESSIONAL MAKEOVER

CAMERA-READY custom makeup application by our skillful on site make-up artist (you meet her, you love her!)Glammed up or natural/refined, it's all up to you! Light hairstyling for picture perfect results!

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3) CELEBRITY STYLE PHOTOSHOOT

Covergirl for a day! You will enjoy a fully, expertly guided magazine-style photoshoot.Not photogenic? Nonsense! It is not your job to be. I've got you! It is my job to connect and make you comfortable, to show you in your best light with flattering posing.