I’m photographing 40 women in their 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s+

I’d love you to be one of them.

Portrait of a beautiful woman

YOU’LL BE FEATURED IN MY UPCOMING CELEBRATION AND GALLERY-STYLE EXHIBITION FEATURING WOMEN AND THEIR STORIES!

Let’s celebrate the strength, beauty and wisdom of YOU.

As a mature woman myself, I know first hand that we’re more confident, definitely wiser, and more comfortable in our skin… and this campaign is an opportunity to show the world “we’ve got this.” We are too experienced to not be heard and too beautiful not to be celebrated. Together we can change the way the world views ‘aging’.

Join me as I highlight the beauty, strength and wisdom of women in their 40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s and beyond. Let me share YOUR story!

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HOW MUCH DOES IT COST?

I’m offering the 40 OVER 40 special promotion package for just $490 (a $700 value)!

WHAT DOES $490 INCLUDE?

As one of my ‘40 OVER 40’ women, you will receive:

  • DISCOVERY CALL. We’ll go over how YOU want to be photographed. During our call, we’ll discuss all the details involved with your photoshoot, including wardrobe, what to bring, how to prepare and everything else you’ll need to know about your special day!

  • PROFESSIONAL HAIR & MAKEUP ARTISTRY. The day of your shoot you’ll enjoy being pampered with professional hair, styled to your exact liking, along with gorgeous makeup. No matter if you’d like a ‘no-makeup’ makeup look, or a glam’d up look - you’ll look and feel amazing!

  • CELEBRITY-STYLE PHOTOSHOOT. You’ll enjoy a magazine-style photoshoot, where I guide you every step of the way. My superpower is helping people feel COMFORTABLE in front of my camera, and giving AMPLE posing direction. No matter your size or body type, I got you!

  • IMAGE REVEAL SESSION. This is where you view your portraits at the studio & select your favorites. During this appointment you’ll choose your complimentary print.

  • PORTRAIT OF YOUR CHOICE. You’ll receive one fine art matted print with its matching digital image (a $350 value). Additional prints and products will be available for purchase however there is no obligation or pressure to purchase more - what you buy is entirely up to you.

  • PRIVATE FACEBOOK GROUP. You’ll be invited to an exclusive Facebook group along with other 40 over 40 participants. The mission of the group is to uplift & empower.

  • PHOTO EXHIBITION CELEBRATING YOU. When this ‘40 OVER 40’ portrait series is completed each woman will be celebrated with their portrait and story on display in a unifying exhibition event. Your friends & family will be welcome to come and celebrate YOU during this joyous ‘40 OVER 40’ exhibit.


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Confidence is about liking yourself.

You are no less than any model you’ve ever seen in a magazine. You are worthy to be seen and exist in photos! The hurdle is allowing yourself to be a little vulnerable and trust me to take the most incredible photos you have ever seen of yourself.

SESSIONS ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED AND BOOKING FAST

Complete the form below & let’s have a quick chat about including you in the 40 over 40 Experience!

WHY OVER 40, WHY ME AND WHY NOW?

My name is Jenn Bates and I’ve been a portrait photographer for 17 years. As I approached the big 5-0 last year, I began to notice the absence of mature women in any form of advertisement (except pharmaceutical). That triggered something in me, and I began to realize that this is the most important time in my life - I feel like I have the most to say NOW, and the most to SHARE. I began to feel personally compelled to demonstrate to my daughters that I’m comfortable in my own skin, to not wait to do the things that fuel my passion or give me purpose.  I want to show them that I’m proud of my life as a mom, wife, grandma, daughter, and entrepreneur.

I want there to be a photo of me, right now, that captures exactly who I am at this point in my life.  And I’d like to do the same for YOU. If this inspires you, if you feel my vibe, don’t ignore that - join me for this revolutionary experience and let me tell YOUR story. I can’t wait to meet you!

beautiful portrait of a woman
Portrait of a beautiful woman

TO SHOWCASE THE PORTRAIT SERIES:

TO SHOWCASE THE PROJECT:

Your story will be used to showcase the portrait series at the 40 OVER 40 Exhibition and in promotional materials including my website, blog and social media platforms so I can share how FABULOUS you are and how vibrantly unique your strength and beauty is.

You will be invited to attend a gallery-style exhibition where your portrait & story will be displayed and celebrated, along with 39 other beautiful women over 40!

  • Your photos and any behind-the-scene videos may be shared on my website, blog and social media.

  • Your before and after makeover photos may be shown.

Sessions are limited…book your spot.

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MORE ABOUT THE 40 OVER 40 EXPERIENCE

There has never been a better time in history to be a woman over 40!

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

  • Help us tell your story about what it means to be over 40 today

  • Celebrate your beauty and appreciate every scar, every line and every grey (or purple!) hair. We intend to disrupt & transform the way we are viewed (or forgotten) by the media and society by putting out beautiful, authentic images and real stories of ourselves.

    This is your chance to be seen, heard, AND celebrated!

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WHO CAN TAKE PART IN THE EXPERIENCE?

All women 40 years old and beyond (40’s, 50’s, 60’s, 70’s, 80’s, 90’s+) are invited. I have photographed stunning images of women of different shapes and sizes; women with different tastes, from different backgrounds and with different views of life.

The Jennifer Bates portrait experience is an exciting, pampering, indulgent adventure, custom tailored and focused on YOU!

Think about how you want to be captured, what does your legacy look like? My passion is to take the every-day woman and give her an unforgettable celebrity-style, magazine photoshoot experience.

TAKE A LOOK AT EVERYTHING INCLUDED:

  • CONSULTATION

    WARDROBE & STYLING, PLANNING

    This is the fun part where we get to plan how YOU would like to be photographed! The possibilities are limitless - we can plan for anything from a classic & timeless look to a more glam’d up look with a formal gown, to a very casual look, and even include a few boudoir shots - or all of the above! What is your DREAM shoot? The choice is yours, this is YOUR shoot.

    During this Discovery Call, you’ll receive ample advice on outfit selection, colors, styling and fit.

    We’ll also chat about who you might want to include in your session - your significant other, sister, best friend, daughter, mom!

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    PROFESSIONAL HAIR & MAKEUP ARTISTRY

    You’ll be pampered with custom hair & makeup artistry by our skillful on-site makeup artist. Go bold, or go for our “no makeup” look, or somewhere in the middle - you’ll have full control over your ‘look’.

    Hair & makeup is done to YOUR taste, to ensure picture-perfect results.

  • CELEBRITY-STYLE PHOTOSHOOT

    Covergirl for a day! You will enjoy an expertly guided magazine-style photoshoot.

    Not photogenic? Nonsense! It is not your job to be. It’s my job to help you feel comfortable, to show you in your best light with flattering posing. I’m very good at what I do, trust me, I got you! :)

    Get ready to rock this, we’re going to have an unforgettable photoshoot!

  • client selecting favorite photos

    IMAGE SELECTION

    This appointment is where you’ll view your beautiful portraits in-person and select your favorites.

    You’ll choose your complimentary photo and if you desire more, you purchase the images you love! Additional images start at $350. Packages start at $1490.

If you’re ready to celebrate YOU, don’t miss this luxury photoshoot experience!

SEE WHAT OTHERS ARE SAYING

  • Just do this!

    “You won’t regret participating in this project, trust me! We loved being pampered by Jenn, she is so sweet - we instantly felt at-ease. We worried we wouldn’t know how to ‘pose’ but she literally poses you down to your fingertips! We had an incredible experience and I treasure the portraits we created with my mom and daughter.”

  • Highly recommend

    “I’m not one to like my own photographs. Jennifer is the consummate professional who put me at ease, and took her time getting me comfortable; I’m very happy with the results.”

  • Own it!

    “I absolutely loved my shoot with Jenn! I felt like a model. I’m usually very camera shy but I’m trying to break out of my shell and try new things, so this project was perfect for me. I highly recommend doing this, if you haven’t stepped into your power yet, you WILL during this shoot! Go for it - own your power!”

  • I'll treasure these for a lifetime.

    “I thought this would be a perfect opportunity to get pictures done with my daughter, and I’m so glad we did this together.

    First of all, it was unexpectedly FUN - we had such a relaxed and enjoyable time! And secondly, I can’t tell you how much I cherish our portraits.

    I’ll treasure our pictures for a lifetime, but more importantly, I know that my daughter will treasure these for HER lifetime. Jenn - we can’t thank you enough!”

SESSIONS ARE EXTREMELY LIMITED AND BOOKING FAST

Complete the form below & let’s have a quick chat about including you in the 40 over 40 Experience!