Today I'm sharing one of my absolute favorite photoshoots ever, and highlighting the lovely Miracle.
Miracle is a connector and community builder. She’s one of those people who truly uplifts and empowers those around her to be the best versions of themselves. It is remarkable what she’s accomplished, and I’m constantly inspired by all that she does.
About Miracle
Hi everyone! My name is Miracle, and I’m a content creator, event host, keynote speaker, and author of Purpose: How To Live and Lead with Impact.
When I moved to Seattle 3 years ago from Boston, I started hosting fitness and wellness events (called Crunch & Brunch). The mission behind Crunch & Brunch is to create community and events that combine fitness, food, and making new friends in Seattle. I’ve hosted almost 30 events over the past 3 years!
I create content about fitness + wellness spots/resources, things to do in Seattle, and sharing my journey / what I’m learning along the way. I’ve had the opportunity to work with amazing brands like Evergreens, Lululemon, Columbia Bank, Beyond Yoga, and more. I’m so excited to connect with you!
Connect with Miracle:
Website | Instagram
Grab a copy of her book:
Purpose: How To Live and Lead with Impact
Crunch & Brunch:
Find the next event here
Not only does she host incredible wellness events and monthly meet-ups through her group, Crunch & Brunch, but she is also an author (link to her book above) and an inspiring keynote speaker. I’ve had the honor of attending some of her events both as a guest and also as a vendor, and the community she’s created is the warmest, most wonderful group of badass women you’ll find. I may have even met some of you there!
If you haven’t been yet, or are looking to build a community and meet some incredible women (the Seattle Freeze is real, but Miracle is fighting it!) I highly recommend attending one of these events. You won’t regret it!
In fact, Crunch & Brunch is hosting their 2nd Annual Enjoy Wellness Brunch on Sunday, March 15th, 2026, from 10:30 am- 3 pm.
Treat yourself to Yoga, Guided Journaling, Mat Pilates, and a Sound Bath, as well as brunch & refreshments, a Photobooth, and shop local vendors. These are always a blast- so don’t miss it!
Grab your tickets here!
From our first planning Zoom call to discuss her shoot, I was so excited by the concept she had in mind. She wanted to feel powerful and embrace her feminine energy with a gold-themed photoshoot, inspired by Beyonce…excuse me, yes please… SOLD!
I love the wardrobe pieces she picked, including the incredible crown and gold metallic top, both of which she donated to my Studio Wardrobe after the shoot. To quote: “I want other women that you photograph to feel as empowered and beautiful as I did today.”
See what I mean? An absolute gem of a human being. If you’d like to wear either of these stunning pieces for your shoot, let me know, and we can absolutely incorporate them!
I hope you love these portraits as much as I do. Here are some of my favorite images from her shoot, as well as her experience of the photoshoot in her own words:
Q: Did you feel welcomed/ comfortable when you entered the studio?
A: VERY! Alena is a friendly, warm person, and I felt super comfortable in her beautiful studio. She goes above and beyond to create such an empowering photoshoot atmosphere and experience. Everything is so thoughtful and intentional - pre-shoot planning, clear communication, posing guidance, snacks, refreshments, my fav songs playing in the background, inspiring quotes and affirmations, and how she decorated her studio.
Q: How was the experience of the photoshoot day? What feelings did you have at the beginning vs. the end of the shoot?
A: The experience was 100000/10! After the shoot, I went to the Trader Joe's nearby to do some grocery shopping, and I've never felt so joyful and energetic doing grocery shopping. It was that positive energy and feeling that followed me after the shoot. This feeling has stayed with me days/weeks afterwards - at home, at work, at the gym, everywhere I go. When I look at these images, I am reminded of my grace and how I just love being a woman and the power that our feminine energy has!!
Q: How did you feel once you saw your portraits at the viewing session?
A: I had chills, and my jaw dropped after seeing these images. I cried happy tears because of how stunning they turned out. It was amazing to see myself in this way - regal, majestic, powerful. Those images would make my younger self so proud to see how much I've grown and the empowered woman I'm becoming.
Alena, thank you for making me feel so beautiful. Thank you for supporting my journey to become more courageous and confident. What you do is truly amazing! You're so talented at what you do, and I am grateful and honored to have been photographed by you. These are images that I'll cherish for the rest of my life!
Q: Do you feel that these portraits changed the way you view/feel about yourself? If so, explain how.
A: Absolutely, they make me view myself in a more positive light and remind me of my inner and outer beauty.
Q: Is there anything specific I did throughout any point in the process that you loved? If so, what was it?
A: SO many things! One thing I especially loved was the questionnaire you sent out at the beginning before the shoot, asking about snack preferences, music/playlist, and getting-to-know-you type of questions. That was so thoughtful, and I really appreciated it.
Q: What advice would you give to another woman who is considering booking a photoshoot with me?
A: This will be one of the most empowering photoshoot experiences you'll have! You'll walk away feeling like the queen you are and feel confident yourself. You'll have stunning images to cherish and share for many years to come.
