The Future is Female Empowerment sessions
These sessions are about so much more than just taking pretty pictures—they’re about seeing yourself in a whole new light.
The tween and teen years can be filled with change, self-doubt, and the pressure to fit in. The Future is Female sessions are designed to help girls reconnect with who they are and remind them of just how strong, unique, and beautiful they’ve always been.
Through thoughtful prompts, natural posing, and genuine connection, we’ll create a safe space where your girl can shine with confidence and begin to embrace her individuality. Whether she’s quiet and reflective or bold and bubbly, this session is all about celebrating her—just as she is, right now.
Because when a girl sees her own strength and beauty reflected back at her... she starts to believe it.
Lori, business owner and couture dress designer at Your Fairy Godmother saw the need to make girls confidence grow and created a program specific to this. Lori has partnered with Child Couture Magazine to bring you The Future is Female—a confidence-building, couture photography experience designed especially for tweens and teens.
Only a select group of photographers across the U.S. are chosen to participate in this special program, and I’m honored to be one of them. Each month, just 2 photographers are invited to host these limited edition sessions, making this an exclusive opportunity for a few lucky girls to step into a magical, affirming experience.
During your session, your child will wear one of five stunning, custom-made couture gowns provided by Your Fairy Godmother—pieces designed just for this program. In addition to the beautiful memories created, I’ll submit up to 5 images from your session for potential publication in Child Couture Magazine, with a chance to be featured in a special Tween Edition release.
It’s an unforgettable experience designed to help girls see—and believe in—their own magic.
This year's theme: YOU ARE MAGIC.
At its heart, Wicked is about two powerful women who rise in different ways—one through defiance, the other through tradition. It reminds us that true strength doesn’t always look the same. Sometimes it’s bold and loud. Sometimes it’s quiet resilience. But it always starts with knowing who you are and standing tall in that truth.
These sessions were designed to reflect the spirit of the story—where being “different” is your superpower and where your journey, no matter how twisted or unexpected, deserves to be honored. Whether you connect with the fierce independence of Elphaba or the inner growth of Glinda, this is your moment to step into your own kind of magic.
Let’s tell your daughter's story in a way that’s fearless, enchanting, and entirely her.
How the sessions work
1. Two options for location
These limited edition sessions will take place Saturday April 26th downtown Chicago or April 27th in my home studio in the western suburbs. The downtown chosen will be reminiscent of Shiz University and across the street from the Westin Michigan Ave where I have rented a meeting room for the girls to get ready in. On April 27th, sessions will take place in a studio setting. While I love the downtown setting, I know that doesn't work for everyone so wanted to offer both options.
2. Pick your add ons
The base package includes your daughter's choice of getting photographed in one of the Wicked couture dresses that Lori has created as well as a gallery of 15-25 professionally edited photographs. You will have the options of adding additional girls (a sister, a friend, a cousin) add a second dress and add on hair/makeup to elevate their experience.
3. The day of your session
Your daughter will come in, meet the team that will be helping that day and have the chance to pick out her dress. Your daughter's session length will vary depending on if she is getting her hair/makeup done or if she is adding a second dress to her session or she has a friend/sister joining her. Her total experience time can be up to 1.5 hours long based on those varying factors.
4. After your Session
Within two weeks of her session, you will receive your beautiful daughter's online gallery. From here you can download or order prints, canvas and other products. If mom gives permission, I will submit a couple of her pictures to Child Couture Magazine and she could be featured in their next issue! All girls that are featured in the magazine will receive 1 copy per family (as a gift from me). Any additional copies needed can be purchased thru their website, which I will be happy to supply once published.
The Dresses!
Pics from 2024's Tween Dream event
...inspired by Taylor Swift
What's New on the 'Gram
Some kids are packing backpacks... others are packing memories.
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Next week marks the beginning of another school year, but for seniors, it`s so much more than that. It`s the beginning of a year full of "lasts."
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Before the chaos of college applications, senior nights, graduation parties, and saying goodbye to friends, take a moment to celebrate who they are right now.
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This senior is an avid reader, so we started her session exactly where she`d choose to spend an afternoon—with a good book at a local bookstore. Then we explored downtown Wheaton, capturing a completely different side of her personality.
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That`s what senior sessions should be. Not just beautiful photos...but a time capsule of who you were before life changed forever.
Wishing all of my students, teacher friends, and families an amazing school year next week.
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Here`s to new beginnings...and unforgettable endings.
#senioryear #seniorclass #newbeginnings #novellaphotography
IT`S TIME!
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School is almost back in session, which means cooler evenings, cozy sweaters, and those gorgeous fall leaves will be here before we know it.
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Fall has always been one of my favorite seasons to photograph because everything seems to slow down just enough to soak in the little moments.
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🍂 Fall Sessions are officially open to book!
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If autumn is your favorite season too, I`d love to capture your story.
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To find out more information and to book:
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https://book.usesession.com/i/XpHwEW2Nz
REMINDER:
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Christmas in July is coming to an end and Fall sessions will be going on sale Saturday August 1st at 8:00am. So if you are more a Fall mama, Aug 1st is your day!
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I have two new locations I am having sessions at this year and also including Cantingy as an option...because...well, it`s absolutely amazing at any time of year.
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Cannot wait to capture your family during nature`s most beautiful dance! See you back here at 8:00am Saturday!
Don`t sleep on this sale!
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Christmas in July sale goes thru 7/31/26. That means if you only have 2 DAYS left to get $50 off your holiday session balance. Any sessions booked after 7/31/26 will be at FULL PRICE.
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Reminder...if the session you want is wait list only, book your second favorite theme and if the waitlist opens up on your favorite, I will be in touch and would be happy to move you to that slot! As long as a holiday session is booked before 8/1/26, the $50 discount will apply! Link in bio.
It`s July...and half of my holiday season is already booked. 🤯🎄
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I honestly don`t know what to say except...thank you. ❤️
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We are only ONE WEEK into my Christmas in July event, and 30 of the 60 holiday sessions have already been claimed!
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Every single booking is someone choosing me to preserve their family`s memories, and that is something I`ll never take for granted.
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Six years ago, I started Novella Photography with a dream of creating meaningful images for families. Today, seeing so many of you planning ahead in the middle of summer because holiday photos have become part of your family`s tradition...that`s pretty incredible.
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If you`ve been thinking about booking, here`s your friendly reminder:
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Half of this year`s holiday collection is already spoken for.
That means there are 30 sessions remaining across all eight holiday experiences.
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Every year, my holiday calendar fills well before the season arrives, so if you`ve had your eye on a particular setup or date, now is the time.
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From the bottom of my heart...
Thank you for trusting me with your memories, year after year.
DID YOU BOOK YOUR HOLIDAY STORY?
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Christmas in July Sale happening now thru July 31st! $50 off your holiday session balance.
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https://book.usesession.com/i/XpHwEW2Nz
email : knovellaphotography@gmail.com
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