This is a series of posts on thin privilege and how it affects all of us in daily life. I talk in depth about topics like these every week in my free Body Liberation Guide. The next one goes out Monday.
I just wrapped up development of my mini session for the TEDD WIND Inclusivity Conference! I’ll be talking about inclusive marketing on Oct. 22 at 1:30 pm Central time (CST). Just a couple of the topics we’ll cover: * Why be size-inclusive, anyway * What your public presence is telling potential clients * Auditing the…
From @alissarumsey: Building inclusive and fat-friendly businesses: why is so important (for us, for our business, and for the collective) and some things to think about when it comes to being inclusive in your digital/online space. Loved this convo with @bodyliberationwithlindley, who shared so much of her wisdom along with some practical tips. Lindley will be…
Here’s a sneak peek for Laurie Ganberg from last week’s small business visuals session! It was so nice that the sunny weather lasted as long as it did; we were able to get a beautiful glow in some of her images.
Getting called out sucks. Complaints suck. Trust me, I’ve been there. But it’s essential to listen to and absorb feedback if you want to improve in how you treat other people, especially people with less privilege than you. Also in this edition: Lizzo and the flute Terms to know Nutrition and anti-fatness Upcoming events October free…
It’s the first of the month, and I’ve just sent out this month’s FREE stock photo credits and discounts to supporters! Use them on any image at Body Liberation Stock. Not yet a supporter? Get in on it:
Here’s a sneak peek for Ms. V. We met at a state park here in Washington state and spent time exploring the re-integration of her body back into the natural world.
Bri at @bodyimagewithbri on Insta is always a freaking delight to talk to, and it was lovely of her to ask me to join her for a chat about fat community! We chat about online vs. in-person community, why fat community is important in the first place, and my upcoming Exhale Retreat with Laura Burns….
I’m white. I have hair that falls into gentle waves with little to no styling. I’m very fat, but the way I carry my weight makes me look smaller than I am. My skin is mostly clear. I had braces as a teen, so my teeth are mostly straight. I can fit into the top…
If you’ve been on the internet for a hot minute, you’ve probably heard of body positivity. The movement has some high-profile promoters — and a valuable outlook on the worth and beauty of all bodies. What does body positivity have to do with your business? Everything. By incorporating its principles into your business, you can…
One of the best ways I’ve found to help clients be as relaxed and confident as possible for photo sessions is to provide lots of information in advance on what to wear, bring and expect. Here’s an excerpt from the guide I provide all my clients on what to expect at their Seattle body-positive portrait,…
The words we use to talk about our bodies are so important, because how we describe our bodies dictates how we see our bodies.
Hi friend, The big news in the fat-related world this week is Brendan Fraser’s hideously fatphobic new movie called The Whale. Since there’s been so much commentary, rather than including it in The Conversation section, I’ve given it its own list down in the Quick Resources.
Come join us in the Body Liberation Blanket Fort, my safer space for fat folks and allies. Fat people are centered here, but everyone is welcome. It’s a 24/7 hangout on Discord with weekly journaling topics, a brave learning space and more.
Should you get your hair and makeup done for your session? That depends on you. My clients come to me with full faces of makeup, clean bare skin, and everything in between. There’s no wrong answer, so go with what feels most comfortable to you. Since not everyone wants makeup/hair services, they’re not included in…
Body Liberation Stock is accepting contributors! Spread some love, make the world a better place — and get paid to do it. Unlike most of the mainstream stock image sites, we’ve got motives beyond profit margin, which means caring about contributors. We want you to make a living wage too, so you get a stunning…
The words we use to talk about our bodies are so important, because how we describe our bodies dictates how we see our bodies.
I practice a completely judgment-free photography approach that views every body with honesty, compassion and respect. This isn’t your mainstream photography experience: There’s no extreme posing to make your body look unlike its natural form, no heavy retouching, no shame around flyaway hair or fat rolls. This is a body-safe and LGBTQIAP+-affirming place for you…
It’s the first of the month, and I’ve just sent out this month’s FREE stock photo credits and discounts to supporters! Use them on any image at BodyLiberationStock.com. Not yet a supporter? Get in on it:
“Fat bodies exist. They do not exist to be shamed. They do not exist to be “cured”. They do not exist to be fetishized. They do not exist for other people to make money. They do not exist for anyone to approve of, disapprove of, or comment on. Fat bodies exist for other people to…
Over in the Blanket Fort, we’re journaling about showing up in the world without body shame. The Body Liberation Blanket Fort is my closed, diet-talk-free community. It’s open to all, and we center fat folks and other marginalized groups. All you need to get access is to support my work at any level, starting at…
Laura @radicalbodylove and I went live to talk about the upcoming Exhale Retreat! We’re dishing on the venue, what to expect from the yoga portion of the retreat, what to expect from me, accessibility, and ways we’re designing the experience to leave you rested and uplifted rather than drained and needing a vacation from your vacation.
The words we use to talk about our bodies are so important, because how we describe our bodies dictates how we see our bodies.
This mother and adult child came to me for portrait and boudoir sessions, respectively, a few weeks ago and we just had the biggest blast. We laughed while I photographed these, I laughed as I edited them and we all howled as we looked them during the reveal session. One of the best things about…
As we consider the concept of size contrition, let’s look at the “fuck flattering” trend that’s been sweeping the body positivity movement. On its face, “fuck flattering” is a rejection of size contrition and the forbearance it can generate. There’s a great article by Alysse D’alessandro at The Body is Not An Apology that talks…
The words we use to talk about our bodies are so important, because how we describe our bodies dictates how we see our bodies.
Nature gave me wings. Who are you to bid me hide them? The woman in this photograph has glorious wings on her arms that she lifts towards the ceiling, looking out a window into a large covered open space, in this black-and-white-photograph. She is fat, has long hair pinned into a bun and is wearing…
Meet Kathleen Marshall, one of Body Liberation Stock’s contributors! Here’s how Kathleen describes herself: Kathleen Marshall is a San Francisco Bay Area native, transplanted to Reno, Nevada where she lives with her husband, dogs, parrot and chickens. A former theatrical costumer, she currently teaches middle school. She loves fairy tale illustration of the Golden Era…
While in the planning stage for the Exhale Retreat, Laura and I did a TON of research to make sure the venue we chose was the best possible for fat folks. We chose Alderbrook Resort because it had the best combination of location and accessibility. But first, I went out in person, walked through every…
A sneak peek from Ms. T’s portrait session last week. I love photographing bodies at play! We usually do some posed portraits, too, but the most authentic joy is often captured in these moments of movement.
This week in the Body Liberation Blanket Fort we’re talking about hobbies and how they affect body image, and journaling about how we can be kinder to ourselves. The Body Liberation Blanket Fort is my body-positive, fatphobia-free community space on Discord. It’s open to people of all sizes (though we center fat folks) and is…
As I was talking with my superfat friend Brandy (for whom I’m so grateful — not only is she a lovely person, but we have fantastic fat-related discussions) about size contrition, she noted that it was strange that her co-workers often compliment her sense of style even though she wears loudly-patterned dresses. “Huh,” I said….
The words we use to talk about our bodies are so important, because how we describe our bodies dictates how we see our bodies.
So many of my small business photography clients come to me right at the beginning of their entrepreneurial lives. The process of planning and executing a body-positive small business photo session with me helps them think through not only the look and feel of their brand, but what kind of presence they want to establish…
I believe the appropriate term is “hot damn.”
Today I’m thinking about a concept I’m calling size contrition. Size contrition is what we fat folks perform in order to win small amounts of forbearance from thin people. In essence, it allows us to temporarily access aspects of thin privilege in return for our public recognition of and apology for our fatness. For instance,…
Here is this week’s body-positive journaling prompt from Body Liberation Photos.
The words we use to talk about our bodies are so important, because how we describe our bodies dictates how we see our bodies.
Starting in September, I’m opening up five special spots for mini portrait and boudoir sessions at this November’s Exhale Retreat, exclusively for retreat attendees. The price is $199 and you’ll receive: » A 30-minute mini session with me at the retreat (your choice of boudoir or portraits) » Zoom reveal session after the retreat (to…
