Fabulous40Plus: Brigitte Fontaine, 62
I am amazed that I am over 50 when I think about it, because I feel younger and I feel by best years are yet to come, I have a zest for life and I want to savor every moment, experience and challenge.
I was a Psychiatric Nurse and now, transitioning into a unit clerk. When I am not working, you will find me enjoying nature while hiking or listening to music.
My greatest motivation is learning a new skill and self improvement. I have no desire to give up on anything. I consider myself to be determined.
I strive to live a healthy lifestyle as I have always been self conscious about my weight.
I am amazed that I am over 50 when I think about it, because I feel younger and I feel by best years are yet to come, I have a zest for life and I want to savor every moment, experience and challenge.
“Beauty is in a smile, the twinkle in the eye, kindness that comes from the heart. I believe beauty exudes from happy, positive outlook on life”
-Brigitte Fontaine
I would say my best features are my eyes and hair, my natural, joyous smile is also a beautiful feature because it expresses my heart.
I would encourage my best friend to stop being so self critical. Every person is unique and it is that uniqueness which makes us all beautiful women.
I have never experience professional photography before, I was worried that the camera would not capture my natural smile and joy.
I also hoped the experience would enable gain self confidence.
It did take me a while to relax and let myself engage with the camera because of fears and apprehension that I am not photogenic. Overall It was fun and enjoyable experience.
The portraits are a gift to myself and love the portraits as they capture a moment in time that I happy to share with others.
Are you a 40+ woman? Join the Fabulous40plus movement.
The Confident Woman project is celebrating Vancouver’s and Fraser Valley’s Fabulous40plus community. Your participation will include a portrait session that will change the way you see yourself, your special feature on blogposts like this and The Confident Woman magazine, your portrait exhibition at the end of the project and a new community with all the amazing Fabulous40plus women.