Honoring Strength & Beauty: How Amanda LaBrake Inspired The Belle Vie Session
“Her journey, her resilience, and her incredible spirit touched everyone who knew her, including me.” - Kimberly Elliot
There are some people in this world who radiate light—who remind us that strength isn’t just about surviving, but about embracing life with grace, courage, and unshakable love.
Amanda LaBrake was one of those people.
Her journey, her resilience, and her incredible spirit touched everyone who knew her, including me. And it is because of her that I created The Belle Vie Session—a photography experience designed to honor the beauty, strength, and personal stories of women everywhere.
This session is not just about taking pictures—it’s about celebrating life.
Honoring Strength & Beauty: How Amanda LaBrake Inspired The Belle Vie Session
There are some people in this world who radiate light—who remind us that strength isn’t just about surviving, but about embracing life with grace, courage, and unshakable love.
Amanda LaBrake was one of those people.
Her journey, her resilience, and her incredible spirit touched everyone who knew her, including me. And it is because of her that I created The Belle Vie Session—a photography experience designed to honor the beauty, strength, and personal stories of women everywhere.
This session is not just about taking pictures—it’s about celebrating life.
Amanda’s Story: A Legacy of Strength & Self-Love
Amanda LaBrake was the kind of woman who made you believe in the power of positivity. She faced unimaginable challenges, but instead of letting them define her, she embraced life with laughter, grace, and an unwavering sense of self-love.
She showed us that beauty is not about perfection—it’s about who you are, the journey you’ve walked, and the love you give to the world.
Through her fight, Amanda reminded us all that even in the toughest of times, there is still joy, there is still beauty, and there is still strength.
Her story is one that deserves to be remembered, honored, and shared.
Why The Belle Vie Session Exists
“Belle Vie” means “Beautiful Life” in French.
That’s exactly what Amanda embodied—a life that was beautiful, no matter the hardships, no matter the struggles. And that’s what this session is about.
It’s for the women who have walked through fire and emerged stronger.
It’s for the women who have faced illness, loss, change, or self-doubt, yet still find a way to love themselves, to embrace their journey, and to stand in their own power.
This session is about YOU. Your story. Your strength. Your beauty.
What The Belle Vie Session Means for You
Whether you’re a cancer survivor, a woman embracing life after a major change, or simply someone who wants to celebrate herself, this session is a tribute to your resilience, beauty, and worth.
It’s a moment to:
✔ Celebrate where you are today
✔ See yourself through a lens of love and strength
✔ Honor your journey—scars, changes, and all
Because you are more than your struggles. You are more than your past. You are beautiful—exactly as you are.
How The Belle Vie Session Works
1. Consultation & Vision Planning
We’ll talk about your story, your journey, and how you want to be captured.
2. Personalized Styling & Session Prep
Wear what makes you feel strong—whether that’s an elegant dress, cozy sweater, or something that represents your journey.
3. A Safe, Empowering Photography Experience
You don’t have to “pose” or “perform.” Just be YOU. I’ll guide you every step of the way.
4. Private Image Reveal & Keepsakes
See yourself through a new lens—one that honors your strength, resilience, and beauty.
Amanda’s Legacy Lives On
Amanda’s story is not just her own—it is a reflection of every woman who has fought, loved, and lived with courage.
Through The Belle Vie Session, I hope to capture not just images, but legacies—stories of women who, like Amanda, prove that beauty is found in strength, in survival, and in the way we embrace life.
This is for you, Amanda. And for every woman who needs to see herself the way the world sees her—powerful, radiant, and full of life.
Are You Ready to Celebrate Your Strength?
This session isn’t about waiting for the “right time.” The right time is now.
You are worthy. You are beautiful. You are enough.
