Fabulously Feminine: Your photo shoot for female power, elegance and self-love from 50

Sonja Ruckstuhl
Jun 3
5 min read

Your inner strength in pictures: Time to celebrate your beauty

For weeks, my heart has been beating for a new project born from my deepest passion: to showcase women in their full power, maturity, and uniqueness. Today I can finally share it with you: FABULOUSLY FEMININE .

This new fine art photoshoot is aimed at women like you – women who have experienced life. Women who may be embarking on new paths, whose children have left home, or who are going through menopause. Women in their 40s, 50s, 60s, and beyond. You've experienced a lot, you've loved, fought, learned, cried, and laughed. And that's exactly what makes you beautiful.

A photoshoot for women over 50 is far more than "just" a portrait. It's a statement. An invitation to celebrate yourself. Your beauty, your femininity, your power.

You're not "too old" for a glamorous beauty shoot. You're exactly right. Now. Exactly as you are.

Why many women feel invisible even though they are full of radiance

Many women, especially those over 40 or 50, tell me similar things in conversations:

"I used to love having my picture taken. But now? I just don't feel as beautiful anymore."

Maybe you're familiar with these thoughts. Your body is changing, your skin isn't as firm, your silhouette is evolving. And even though we know this is part of it, we sometimes find it difficult to look at ourselves lovingly in the mirror.

This insecurity is often exacerbated by a media image of women that primarily portrays youth, flawlessness, and perfection. But who says that's what true beauty is measured by?

Mature women often find themselves in a kind of "invisible space":

Between what they once were and what they are today
Between social expectations and the desire to remain true to oneself
Between the feeling of responsibility and the inner desire for self-realization

The feeling of "no longer being seen" gnaws at many women. But this is precisely where Fabulously Feminine comes in.

Your answer to invisibility: The fine-art glamour photo shoot from 50

Imagine entering a studio where you are seen. Truly. Full of warmth, full of respect, full of empathy. A place where you are not "changed," but rather showcased in your natural splendor.

Fabulously Feminine is your experience if you:

Want to learn to love yourself (again)
Want to make your inner strength visible
Want to be yourself for once, without a mask, without expectations
Want to experience yourself as glamorous, powerful and feminine
Want to give yourself something special

Testimonial Kati:

" Sonja radiates a warmth and calm that immediately makes you feel like you're in the best hands... This experience was far more than just a photoshoot. It was a journey into myself, a moment to celebrate my path and my beauty. The images are breathtaking, and I walk away with a strengthened sense of self-confidence, a glowing heart, and a sense of deep appreciation for myself. "

What you can expect:

✨ Individual preparation via Zoom call. We'll get to know each other and discuss your wishes, styles, and ideas. Everything will be tailored to you.
✨ Professional hair & make-up You will be styled by experienced professionals so that you feel completely comfortable.
✨ Exclusive styling with my studio collection Choose from elegant dresses, scarves, accessories – for looks from sensual to confident.
✨ Guided poses & choreography. You don't have to "know" anything. I'll guide you through each pose so you feel confident and beautiful.
✨ Private Reveal Session: Your photos will be revealed in a private session. You choose your favorites in a relaxed atmosphere.
✨ Refined fine art unique pieces Each picture is exclusively retouched and produced as a fine work of art for you.

Such a glamour photoshoot in Zurich is not just a photoshoot – it's a statement: "I am here. I am beautiful. I am powerful."

Example: How Andrea rediscovered her femininity at 56

Sabine came to me because, after her children moved out, she felt the need to rediscover herself. "I've cared for others for years. Now it's my turn."

At first, she was nervous. But after the first styling session, a sparkle returned to her eyes. During the shoot, insecurity transformed into pure elegance. And when she saw her pictures, tears flowed. "I never thought I could look like that."

Today, one of these pictures hangs in her bedroom, serving as a daily reminder of her own beauty and strength.

Testimonial Sonja:

"It was a super cool experience to be photographed by Sonja as a woman over 50! Cheers to all amazing women who celebrate their femininity in every phase of life! Sonja is an exceptionally talented photographer who guided me with her talent to find my beauty in every picture. Thank you so much!"

Tools and resources for your preparation

Your photo shoot doesn’t start in front of the camera – it starts with getting to know each other personally.

In a relaxed Zoom call, we'll take the time to discuss your wishes, ideas, and perhaps even your insecurities. Many women come with mixed feelings—that's completely normal. I'm here to listen to you, understand you, and guide you sensitively.

You don't have to be perfect to celebrate yourself - just open to rediscovering yourself.

During the initial consultation, we'll work together to develop a vision that captures your unique personality. We'll discuss outfits, colors, and styles that suit you, and clarify any questions you may have.

For further preparation you will receive from me:

A mood board for inspiration – for looks, emotions and moods that appeal to you
A questionnaire about your wishes and visions – so that everything is tailored to you
Styling tips and a personal preparation list – so you know exactly what you want to bring or what to consider
Support via email or WhatsApp – if questions arise spontaneously

This loving and individual preparation is key – it transforms your shoot from a "pretty picture" into an experience that touches you, strengthens you, and makes you visible.

Future trends: Mature beauty is celebrated

The world of photography is changing. More and more brands, magazines, and campaigns are showcasing mature women in their natural beauty. Photoshoots for confident women are no longer a fringe topic, but a trend with soul.

The "pro-age" movement is gaining momentum. More and more women are showing themselves with laugh lines, silver hair, and inner clarity. Photography for mature women is an expression of the fact that true beauty knows no age limit.

Time to celebrate your womanhood

You are unique. Your experiences, your laughter, your vulnerability, your courage – all of this makes you the woman you are today. And that's reason enough to celebrate you.

A beauty shoot for those over 40 , a menopause photoshoot , a shoot celebrating womanhood – that's not luxury. It's self-love. It's a YES to yourself.

What you need isn't a model body, but the courage to show yourself. That's exactly what Fabulously Feminine is all about. I offer you a safe, loving space where you'll be seen.

Because I'm convinced: You are photogenic. You are powerful. You are beautiful.