Without being perfect, we are unique and beautiful in our diversity.
Inside every woman there is a unique essence that makes her beautiful. This beauty is not dependent on age, or the colour of her eyes, nor her dress size. My mission is to be an agent of change, helping you to find and express that attitude, that personality and that energy that is uniquely you.
I'm Oihana Marco....
I am convinced that, for many years, women have internalised conversations around our physical appearance. From an early age, we have been taught that to be accepted and loved, we need to abide by certain standards of beauty. This pressure implies a significant emotional load and, very often, it makes us suffer.
Publicity and the media bombard us with images that hypersexualise us and reduce us to objects, promoting an unachievable ideal of beauty that makes us feel insecure.
This burden falls on all women and it is tremendously difficult to silence this constant murmur in our minds.
If we add to that the fact that our culture educates us to be carers, we often forget to look after our own selves.
The therapeutic, emotional and art photography sessions originate from these experiences and personal feelings, from my training as a psychologist and anthropologist, and from my resolute desire to be a voice of change and support for other women.
Why my photography, therapeutic, emotional and artistic sessions?
Almost a decade ago, I noticed that the practice of taking selfies had become a tool for healing and transcendence during the most challenging times of my life. Without even being aware of it, I discovered that this activity had immense therapeutic value.
From that moment, I not only included it within my art projects, but I also shared it in my workshops and in the photography sessions that I held so that other women could experience its benefits.
Today, my Therapeutic, Emotional and Art Photography sessions offer a safe space in which to explore your authenticity and express yourself without restrictions. In this intimate photographic experience, you will experience a process of change, transiting from the fear and vulnerability of facing something unknown to being the leading character, being comfortable, brave, relaxed… and beautiful!
Experience self-knowledge, self-affirmation and empowerment through photography!
What do my therapeutic, emotional and artistic photography packs include?
Essential (20 photos).
350€
- Prior interview (by phone or in person)
- 2 hr photo session
- 20 digital photographs edited
- Colour /black and white
- 2 Change of clothes
- Indoor or outdoor
- I will take 400 photos and select and edit 20 for you.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?
- Extra photos +9€
- Transport outside Donostia (30€/both ways)
- Opening Pinterest Account (60€): monitoring and stylistic proposals, dialogue with the client to personalize the session to the client´s style.
- Wardrobe advice for the session (80€): questionnaire, basic colorimetry text and personal shopper (3 stores-1h).
Feature (30 photos)
490€
- Prior interview (by phone or in person)
- 4 hr photo session
- 30 digital photographs edited
- Colour /black and white
- Several changes of clothes
- Indoor or outdoor
- I will take 400 photos and select and edit 30 for you.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?
- Extra photos +9€
- Transport outside Donostia (30€/both ways)
- Opening Pinterest Account (60€): monitoring and stylistic proposals, dialogue with the client to personalize the session to the client´s style.
- Wardrobe advice for the session (80€): questionnaire, basic colorimetry text and personal shopper (3 stores-1h).
Slow (40 photos)
650€
- Prior interview (by phone or in person)
- 6 hr photo session
- 40 digital photographs edited
- Colour /black and white
- Several changes of clothes
- Indoor or outdoor
- I will take 1000 photos and select and edit 40 for you.
WHAT IS NOT INCLUDED?
- Extra photos +9€
- Transport outside Donostia (30€/both ways)
- Opening Pinterest Account (60€): monitoring and stylistic proposals, dialogue with the client to personalize the session to the client´s style.
- Wardrobe advice for the session (80€): questionnaire, basic colorimetry text and personal shopper (3 stores-1h).
What do I offer in my therapeutic, emotional and artistic photography sessions?
I offer you a truly unique experience, a combination of fun and self-discovery… We will create an environment of trust, intimacy and mutual improvisation in which I will attempt to capture the purest elements of your essence and create a new perspective of yourself… An image of you that radiates with kindness, beauty and self-esteem… An image that will enable you to discover your inner power… Your inner light… An image that highlights your best qualities…
That allows you to see your own beauty and to discover facets of yourself that perhaps you were unaware of. A masterpiece that immerses you in the most authentic elements of your being, far from the norms that dictate how you should be, what dress size you should be and how you should look.
Who are my sessions of therapeutic, emotional and artistic photography aimed at?
My therapeutic, emotional and art photo sessions are designed for women of all ages, from 18 to 99 years of age. However, I mainly work with women of between 40 – 60 years of age who want to have an artistic and fun experience resulting in extraordinary photographs that capture their true being and that make them shine in their own light. My photo sessions are designed for you, if:
- You have felt disconnected from your own image and you want to rediscover yourself.
- You have overcome personal challenges and want to celebrate your strength and the present moment.
- You need a boost to enhance your self-esteem.
- You have been through difficult situations such as illness (cancer, depression, etc.) and you want to reconnect with your body and improve your perception of yourself. /li>
- You are seeking to view your life from a fresh and different perspective.
- You have felt disconnected from your own image and you want to rediscover yourself.
- You have overcome personal challenges and want to celebrate your strength and the present moment.
- You need a boost to enhance your self-esteem.
- You have been through difficult situations such as illness (cancer, depression, etc.) and you want to reconnect with your body and improve your perception of yourself.
- You are seeking to view your life from a fresh and different perspective.
What do my therapeutic, emotional and artistic photography sessions consist of?
At our initial interview before the session, we will have the opportunity to get to know each other better and establish a relaxed environment and mutual trust. I will also explore the location that you choose for your session, whether this is indoors or outdoors, in order to identify the setting that will help you to feel more comfortable and authentic. During the session, we will take the necessary amount of time to chat, feel relaxed and create a pleasant environment.
What if I don’t know how to pose and I’m not photogenic? You don’t need to worry about that at all!
My focus is to capture genuine moments and authentic expressions. I never work with stereotypical poses.
Besides, I will guide you throughout the whole process. While you let yourself go and enjoy the moment, I will capture the beauty of your essence and those unique gestures that characterise you, even if you haven’t yet discovered these yourself.
You can also choose the music you like best for the session, and the location (indoors/outdoors) where you feel most comfortable or where you want the session to take place. This contributes to creating the optimal environment that will help you to connect with yourself. Our session will be a joint experience where, together, we will create images that reflect the real you.
Most frequently asked questions.
Not at all. You are free to select the clothes you feel most comfortable and confident in. Some women choose to purchase new clothes for the shoot, while others rediscover clothes they haven’t worn in a while.
I encourage you to bring several options, and together we will decide what works best for the style you are looking for in the photographs. The key here is that you are in control and decide what to show or not show. Your body is precious, and this experience is about celebrating and loving it.
The session date is set according to your preferences and availability.
The sessions take place in Donostia-San Sebastián, but I can travel to your house or to a location that is special to you, such as a garden or a park.
My focus is based on «participant observation», which means that I consider it important to familiarise myself with your surroundings and become part of them in order to capture the psychological depth in the photographs.
Working in a comfortable and friendly environment that is yours, enables us to improvise, play and explore without the use of artificial poses.
You have various options:
*”ESSENTIAL” PHOTO SESSIONS: a session of 2 hours duration.
*REPORTAGES: a session of 4 hours duration.
*SLOW PHOTOGRAPHY: An unhurried experience lasting a maximum of 6 hours in a single day. We will work together for all the time you need, as every person is unique and requires their own pace so that they feel comfortable in front of the camera.
Generally, we combine outdoor and indoor settings in order to include all the facets of your personality and expression.
To provide my services, it is important that you read and agree to the following terms and conditions, so you can know my way of working. It is important that you read this to avoid later misunderstandings.
– The client can decide whether or not to authorize the publication of her images. But she will benefit of 4 extra edited photos in the case of authorization
– To make the reservation, 50% of the session will be paid, depending on the type of session. The remaining total will be paid on the same day of the session in cash or by bank deposit.
– The delivery time for the work is 15 working days.
– The client must be satisfied with the shots taken (light, pose, decoration, etc.)
– The client will not be able to modify the editing selection once made but she will be able to purchase extra photos for a price of €9 (unit)
– No material (photos) will be requested until the entire price of the session has been paid.
– The cancellation policy or modification of the date of each photo session is a maximum of 48 hours before the photo session. A justification of medical reason would be asked, and no refund will be made once the booking has been done. The session will be re-schedule.
– In the event of illness or justified urgency of the photographer, the client will be notified to modify the date of the session without a deadline.
– Sessions carried out outdoors and with natural light may undergo changes in the stablished date for meteorological reasons (rain, snow…) and beyond the control of the photographer. It will be decided on the same day whether the photo session is cancelled or not. No money will be refunded in case of cancellation for this reason. Another appointment will be offered on the same day.
– The client understands everything that is included in the contracted pack (type of contracted session, duration, number of photographs delivered, session participants, contracted extra services, props, etc.) and it cannot be modified, unless she wants to expand the offer. You will never be able to change to a shorter session once the session reservation has been paid.
– Hiring a photo session implies acceptance of the style and creativity of the photographer, as well as her criteria for selecting, editing and processing the images. At no time further modifications could be requested in the edition.
– If the client loses her photos, an amount of €30 will be paid to search for the session again and send it again through wetransfer.
– The download galleries will have a maximum period of 7 days, if the selection is not made, the photographer will do so.
– The photographer will keep the finished photos taken for a maximum period of 3 months.
– For the use of photographs on social networks, web, advertising, etc., the author’s credit must always be indicated, whether the publication is made by the client or any family member in any medium: OIHANA MARCO @oihanamarco_photography
– The client agrees to communicate with the photographer via email or WhatsApp to be able to follow up on the conversations.
Delivery times may be delayed for personal reasons of the photographer.
The photos will be presented in a private gallery where the client can decide her personal photo selection that the photographer will edit.
Acceptance of the budget and making the first payment serve as a contract for legal purposes.
If you have any questions, I will always be at your disposal through my contact form, via email or telephone.
Any additional psychological counselling to support preparation for the photo session will have an additional cost.
THANKS!
Treat yourself to a therapeutic photography session today!
Give yourself license to appreciate yourself, free yourself from complexes and forgive your insecurities!
Discover what is most beautiful in you, and pass it on to future generations!
What do my clients think of my photography services?
In this blog or website, Oihana Marco shares her articles on Islam published through Vocento in Spanish newspapers.
In them, he analyses the terrorist attacks and their identity and political roots, as well as talking extensively about the “veil” and its adoption among young people of second and third generations in our country and in other European countries. His anthropological studies, both theoretical and field studies on this subject (both in the UK and in Spain), endorse his experience in this field. His talks and conferences (Brunel University, City University of London, CSIC, Iemed, Universidad Pablo Olavide, Pluralismo y Convivencia, etc…) attest to this”.
