The Vision: The Beloved movement is the belief that as photographers, we have the ability to touch the world, one relationship at a time. Instead of reflecting the surface, we become an invitation to those we work with to experience the richness within them. Beloved is a remembrance of what is the most important, a celebration of love.
The Dream: While the beginning of a journey together certainly deserves celebration. As the journey continues. each additional step is an achievement worth celebrating – just as much, if not more. Because of the way our minds work, the clarity we have about the importance of the ones we love can become muddy over time. Though always within our reach, responsibilities and hurtful misunderstandings stack up between us. Our ability to recognize what is precious is often set aside until we are threatened with loss. If a social ritual could be established in which couples are regularly invited to experience what is more precious in each other, the ripple affect of that clarity would shift the world. This is the dream of Beloved.
A revolution has started. Instead of getting caught up in our own head and ego, photographers are building a fondness to controlled environments, stylized props, and no time lines… One that embraces the relationships we build with our clients as well as other photographers. Embracing the full acknowledgment that we are humble in the sights of love and relationships.
Thanks to Jesh de Rox, Nicole Polk and Carolyn Wells for bringing this all into motion for me.
The important new genre in photography….
by Holly Steen
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