I photographed 40 women over 40
and turned their stories into a published magazine.
Paulina Sobczak, Founder of the Be Seen 40+ experience for women in their 40s, 50s, 60s and beyond.
This is not just a photography session.
This is for women who feel like they’ve changed, grown, and become someone they don’t always recognise in photographs.
Women who have spent years building a life, raising children, working, giving to others
and somewhere along the way stopped seeing themselves properly.
The 40 Over 40 experience was created to change that.
What started as a personal project became something much bigger.
40 women stepped forward
and were photographed in a way that reflected who they truly are
and became part of the Be Seen 40+ magazine.
Some of them stood with me in Paris, holding their stories in print.
This is your opportunity to do the same.
A moment from this experience
THESE ARE NOT MODELS.
These are women who chose to step forward and be seen.
Each of them had a reason.
Each of them hesitated.
And each of them now holds a version of themselves they are proud of.
Most women wait.
They think:
“I’ll do it when I lose weight”
“When life slows down”
“When I feel more like myself again”
But that moment doesn’t just arrive.
These women you’ve just seen didn’t wait.
They chose to step forward
exactly as they are.
And that decision changed how they see themselves now.
This is not about becoming someone else.
It’s about seeing who you already are
properly
clearly
without doubt.
“This experience changed how I see myself.”
Virginia, 67 years young
Book your phone consultation
This is a conversation about you. Where you are now and how you want to see yourself.
I will guide you through what this experience could look like for you and whether it feels right.
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How they chose to be seen
This is how your luxury experience unfolds
The 40 Over 40 Experience
01
CONSULTATION
We start with a conversation about you.
How you want to be seen.
What do you want these photographs to say
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STYLING
We plan your wardrobe together.
What works for you, your body, your life now.
03
MAKEUP & PREPARATION
You’ll be looked after.
Hair, makeup, everything prepared so you feel ready.
04
PHOTO SESSION
You are guided the entire time.
You don’t need to know what to do.
That’s my role.
05
VIEWING & SELECTION
You’ll see your photographs
and choose the ones that represent you.
06
FINAL PHOTOGRAPHS
Your photographs are professionally finished and prepared for you to keep and use.
What women said after seeing themselves
WHAT THIS EXPERIENCE LOOKS LIKE
DESIGN CONSULTATION - We begin with a conversation. About you. Where are you now
and how you want to see yourself.STYLING CONSULTATIONS, we plan everything together. Your wardrobe, your styling, the feeling you want your photographs to carry. This is a Zoom Call or Personal Home Styling.
PROFESSIONAL HAIR & MAKEUP - A pampering session with makeup artistry and hairstyling so you look your best (you will feel amazing!)
FULLY GUIDED PROFESSIONAL PHOTOSHOOT On the day, you’ll be fully guided. You will have professional makeup and hair styling, direction throughout, and support in every moment. You don’t need to know what to do.
That’s my role.PHOTO REVEAL & ORDERING SESSION - A reveal and ordering session at the studio where you can see all your beautiful photographs and purchase the photographs you love for your collection, wall art, and prints.
GIFTED PRINT - You will receive one complimentary photograph (a £375 value). Additional products are available for purchase.
PORTRAIT CELEBRATION + EXHIBITION - once the portrait series is complete, there will be a celebration and exhibition to showcase the portraits of all 40 women. Your photograph will be included in this event.
VIP FACEBOOK GROUP - Be a part of the Empowered & Confident with Paulina Sobczak facebook group! This all women community is filled with amazing women who are participating in this project. Share your experience and cheer each other on!
COST TO PARTICIPATE
Now £490
(REGULAR VALUE OVER £1200)
FAQs
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The great news is I’m the ultimate pose coach - it’s my super power. I’ll find your best angles and coach you into them. How to hold your head, shoulders, hands, and everything down to your expression. No need to worry about your pose/body position - I got you!
Our Makeup & Hair professionals ensure you look good from head to toe.
Every woman you see on this website is just like you, who came in thinking they’re not photogenic. When you work with the expert team at Paulina Branding Photography, you’ll feel and look your absolute best.
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Listen, I get it. You’re uncomfortable in your body. I know exactly what that’s like, having gone through the weight loss rollercoaster myself and after having children I feel you.
But you have to ask yourself: How long have you been avoiding the camera because the voices in your head tell you you’re not camera-ready? How much longer will you wait? How much longer will you say “maybe next time”? We have learnt that tomorrow is not guaranteed. Time to put your foot down and stand in your value, at this age, at this stage, at this weight.
You are beautiful just the way you are, and your weight is the least interesting thing about you. Besides, I can shave off 10-15kg with a great pose and great lighting.
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Yes, our collection pricing is for the digital images. Printed products and wall art may be added on top of your collection. For our printed products, each photograph you purchase includes the corresponding digital file. We use premier-quality image retouching and photo production.
We believe in a printed legacy and that photographs are meant to be up on walls, in albums, and out for your enjoyment - this is very much our ‘why.’
You are a work of art. Treat yourself that way!
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Your portraits will change how you view yourself. They change how you show up in your life. With that energy, you’ll be more confident, believe in your self-worth and see yourself in a new way.
The Over 40 & Fabulous photo shoot experience is £490+tax (valued at £1200 for a custom session). The Over 40 & Fabulous Portrait Experience includes:
Celebrity Experience
Creative Planning + Direction
Wardrobe + Styling
Professional Makeup + Hair
Guided Multi-Outfit Photoshoot
Red Carpet Photo Premier
Photos and Printed Products are purchased separately from the session fee. Portrait clients spend on average £1.5-10K for their session and the photo products they desire. We offer first-class products including matted print collections and wall art collections (framed prints, canvases, etc), and each photograph selected gets its corresponding digital file.
We accept all major credit and debit cards (Visa, MasterCard, Amex, Discover) and cash. Payment plans available upon inquiry.
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The Over 40 & Fabulous Photo Shoots take place at our gorgeous photography studio in London, United Kingdom. Located off of North Circular Road, the studio is a quick drive from North Circular Road.
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Our signature photography and portrait experiences:
Branding
Boudoir
Fine Art
We also provide Headshots, Maternity, Family, Couples and other photography for past clients or upon special request.
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The Over 40 & Fabulous Photo Shoots are booking now and filling fast! Limited spots are available so fill out the contact form asap to get started and participate.
Bookings are confirmed by phone or zoom meeting. We’ll meet to ensure we’re a good fit for each other.
We book shoots on Tuesdays, Wednesdays, and Fridays. Shoots are typically scheduled 10:30am - 3:00pm.
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The initial Consultation meeting is usually 45 minutes and the Wardrobe Consultation is also 45 minutes and typically occurs a couple weeks before the photo shoot day.
Photo shoots, including makeup, hair, and wardrobe, are up to 4 hours long.
The Red Carpet Photo Premier is typically 90 minutes and scheduled a few days after your photo shoot. or same day can be arranged.
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We offer first-class products including digital image collections, matted print collections, keepsake boxes, and wall art collections (framed elegant large prints, canvases, etc). Each photograph purchased includes the digital file.
We have exclusive relationships with several luxury, professional production studios to ensure heirloom quality for your gorgeous portraits
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I work with a professional celebrity makeup artist and she’s the best at listening to exactly what you want. We even have visual guides here at the studio to show you, so you are both on the same page. She specialises in camera ready makeup. She knows exactly the right application to help you look great on camera - including turning up the volume on your eye makeup and adding beautiful definition to your eyes with lash extensions. She also knows what NOT to do for 40+ ladies. She uses pro products that make your skin appear flawless on camera. If you’ve seen the images on my website, 100% of these women have benefited from using the services of our pro makeup artist. If there’s anything you wish to tweak before we start shooting, we can do that too!
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Yes, of course! For family members who require hair and makeup (kids under 12 and men are complimentary) there is an additional charge of £150. Feel free to claim this all for yourself though!
MY TOTALLY INSANE MONEY BACK GUARANTEE!
I know that you will love this experience and your photographs.
But if for any reason you don’t like even one of them during your ordering appointment I'll refund you for the session fee.
Show me another person who’s willing to stand behind their product like this.
Take part in this life changing experience and step into your confidence like on wildfire.
All 100% risk-free!