Your portrait session
A 30-minute boudoir session with Rachel, with guidance throughout and time for two outfits.
Ruby Light Portraits presents
Her
Story.
An Empowerment Photography Project
Celebrating women & their incredible stories
Your Her Story photography experience
A 30-minute boudoir session
Two outfits, one mounted print, and your photographs and story in the Her Story digital magazine.
A £25 deposit secures your appointment.
Apply for your complimentary sessionApplications close 30 November 2026
30-minute sessionTwo outfitsOne mounted printYour story in a digital magazine
For every woman who has put herself last
You deserve to be seen.
By yourself, too.
Perhaps you can tell the story of everyone you love through photographs. Their birthdays. Their small victories. The ordinary afternoons you knew you would miss. But when you look for yourself, there are so few.
And perhaps, when a camera turns towards you, you already know what you will look for. The part you wish were smaller. The years you think it shows. Somewhere along the way, being in a photograph became something to put off.
Her Story is a place to begin again. To be photographed at forty, fifty, sixty and beyond, with all the life those years hold. There is room here for your laughter, your sensuality, your uncertainty. You are allowed to like what you see.
Forties, fifties, sixties and beyond.
This chapter is yours.
The Her Story experience
A project entirely
dedicated to YOU
Your Her Story photography experience
A complimentary 30-minute boudoir session
Two outfits and one mounted print, included as our gift to you. Your photographs and story will also feature in the Her Story digital magazine.
A £25 deposit secures your appointment.
Apply for your complimentary sessionA portrait, in print
One mounted print is included. A portrait you can return to, long after the session, and say: this is me.
Your voice, included
Your portrait and your words will join those of the other women in a digital magazine. Forty lives, with something different to say.
Your booking deposit£25
Portrait packages
£199 / £299 / £399Rachel will talk you through the package options before you book.
RACHEL HARRIS · YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER
Meet Rachel
You can be nervous.
I’ll meet you there.
I’m Rachel, the photographer behind Ruby Light Portraits in Plymouth. If you love the idea of this but can’t quite imagine yourself in these photographs, I’d love to hear from you.
You can tell me what makes you nervous. We can talk about clothes, about being photographed, about what you would love to see in your pictures. During your session, I’ll guide you through the posing so you have someone to turn to at every step.
You bring yourself.
I’ll help with the rest.
Wear lingerie if you love it. Bring a favourite jumper or a fitted T-shirt if that feels more like you. You decide how much of your body you want to show.
My hope is that you leave with a photograph you are glad to be in. One that feels like you, and that you are proud to keep.
Rachel x
The stories behind the portraits
In your words.
On your terms.
What have you learned about being yourself? What do you love now that you once struggled to accept? What would you like another woman reading your story to know?
Alongside your portrait, the Her Story digital magazine will make space for your words. You might write about a change, a person, a joy, or something you are still learning. An ordinary life holds plenty worth hearing.
Apply for your complimentary session
From the first hello
Here’s how it works.
Tell me about you
Let Rachel know your age and what draws you to Her Story. A few sentences is a lovely place to start.
Plan your session
Rachel will be in touch to discuss the project, your outfits, package options and booking details.
Let yourself be photographed
We’ll photograph you in two outfits during your 30-minute session, with Rachel guiding you throughout.
Be part of Her Story
Choose your portrait and share the story you’d like to contribute to the digital magazine.
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“I was very nervous but she put me at ease very quickly and I felt so comfortable.”
LOUISE COLLINS
Ruby Light Portraits client · Google review
A few things you might be wondering
A little reassurance.
Before you say yes.
Who is Her Story for?
Her Story is for 40 women aged 40 and over who would like boudoir portraits and to contribute their words to a shared magazine. You can have a particular reason for taking part, or simply want to do this for yourself.
Do I need to feel confident or know how to pose?
No. Rachel will guide you throughout. You can arrive feeling nervous, curious, excited, or a little of all three.
What should I wear?
You’ll have two outfits for your session. Lingerie is one option, but a jumper or T-shirt can work too. Rachel can help you decide what feels comfortable and right for you.
What does it cost?
There is a £25 booking deposit. Her Story portrait packages are £199, £299 and £399. Rachel will explain what each package includes and the deposit terms before you book.
Where will my story appear?
The project includes a digital magazine featuring each woman and her story. Rachel will discuss the photographs and words to be featured with you.
Will there be an exhibition?
An exhibition is being considered, depending on the studio arrangements. It isn’t confirmed at this stage.
Your Her Story photography experience
A 30-minute boudoir session
entirely dedicated to you.
Two outfits, one mounted print, and your photographs and story featured in the Her Story digital magazine.
A £25 deposit secures your appointment.
Portrait packages available at £199, £299 and £399.
Applications close 30 November 2026