A photoshoot that starts with tea, movement and intention
What makes this approach different?
Photo Ceremony is my gentle approach to photography, with space to settle, connect and express yourself.
We begin with tea and conversation. With Connect and Explore, we also make time for a personalised grounding practice before the photographs. It may include gentle movement, body awareness or a short meditation.
Everything is guided by what feels comfortable for you. We can keep the practice simple or skip it, and I will guide you through the photographs with natural movement and posing.
Three elements of Photo Ceremony
Tea Ceremony
- Shift from a busy day into a slower, grounded state before any photos
- Build real trust with me so being photographed feels safe and natural
- Discuss your intention and what you want from the shoot
Movement practice
A gentle, guided practice to help you settle into your body before the photographs.
Connect includes a short practice. Explore gives us time to go deeper and try different ways of moving and expressing yourself.
No dance experience is needed. The practice and any use of a blindfold are always optional.
Photoshoot
- You do not need to know how to pose — I guide you with simple, natural directions
- We keep a calm, supportive pace, with space for pauses and adjustments
- The camera captures your real presence. Emotional, sensual, confident images that look like you
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My approach is a good fit if you:
- Value connection, authenticity and embodiment
- Want portraits that actually feel like you, not stiff, over-posed or fake
- Are going through a life change — new chapter, new work or city, break up, motherhood, wedding
- Want to feel more at home in your body and see yourself with kinder eyes
- Feel shy, awkward or very self-critical in front of the camera
Choose Connect or Explore for more time with this approach. Capture is a shorter session focused on portraits. You can see the timings, prices and included photographs in the current packages below.
Behind the scenes
About Anasta
Long before I became a photographer, I was already creating space for people to feel seen. My photography draws on years of leading movement workshops, women’s circles, and blindfolded self-expression practices. I’ve developed a unique method of posing through movement, taught in dozens of in-person and online workshops, helping people feel relaxed, expressive, and real.
Photography has been my full-time work and greatest passion since 2022. Before that, I worked as a producer and location scout, and spent years as an international fashion model for brands like Armani and Chanel. I know both sides of the camera — and how to help you feel your best in front of it.
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FAQ
Where do sessions take place?
Most Photo Ceremonies take place in my cosy home studio in Bounds Green, North London.
We can also meet at your home, a rented space, or out in nature.
It’s not suitable for crowded locations.
I’m always happy to suggest options once I know a bit more about you and your intention!
How long does a ceremony session take?
My current boudoir sessions are Capture (1 hour), Connect (2 hours) and Explore (3 hours).
Connect includes a short grounding practice before the photographs. Explore gives us more time for a deeper practice and different ideas. Both include a preparation call. The practice is always optional and we can adapt it to you.
Capture is a shorter portrait session with gentle posing guidance. Choose Connect or Explore if you would like more time to settle in before the shoot.
See the current boudoir packages for prices and included photographs, or explore my portrait sessions.
Do I need any movement or dance experience?
No. The movement practice is very simple and fully guided by me (and I will be moving together with you!)
Why are your clients wearing a blindfold?
These photos are from the movement practice — it’s a behind-the-scenes part of the process, not the final photography product.
The blindfold helps people drop deeper into their body, without visual distractions, so they can feel more and think less. It is completely optional. You can do the movement practice with or without a blindfold.
Ready for portraits that feel like you?
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