Real Women | A Magazine Cover Contest

A portrait experience for the woman who’s done waiting to feel worthy.

No lashes. No retouching. No pressure to perform.
Just you, exactly as you are, in this season, in this skin, in this story.

See yourself in print, with a chance to be on the Cover of this Limited-Edition Portrait Magazine

Highlighting real women, just as they are, through Portrait Photography in Charlotte and Surrounding Areas

This is for the woman who…

  • Has been through hell and still shows up

  • Is craving a sacred pause to honor her presence

  • Loves hard and leads with her heart

  • Is excited to be celebrated with her sisters in the Queen City because EVERY woman matters

BOLD

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AUDACIOUS

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SACRED

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LOVED

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LUMINOUS

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RAW

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REAL

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RADIANT

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BOLD 〰️ AUDACIOUS 〰️ SACRED 〰️ LOVED 〰️ LUMINOUS 〰️ RAW 〰️ REAL 〰️ RADIANT 〰️

Because She is….

If you’re 22 or 82, your story matters. Every age is worth celebrating.

How do you want to remember yourself in this chapter of your life?

You are more than a moment… you are the LEGACY.

only $97 to book

What’s Included

  • A guided portrait session

  • One image of your choice to share throughout the campaign and voting phase

  • A $500 credit toward a collection or future session

  • A story feature alongside your portrait in our print/online magazine

  • Entry into the $3000 Portrait giveaway and Cover Feature

This is more than a contest, it’s a movement. A celebration of confidence, visibility, and real women making their mark in the Carolinas.

CONTEST DETAILS

  • This contest is community powered, meaning your story and people play a big role.
    It’s a blend of visibility and community support, the more you share and invite your community to support you, the stronger your chances.

  • You’ll get a confirmation email with everything you need to know.

    • Scheduling your intake call

    • Date options for your session

    • Key dates to look out for

  • During our pre-session call, you’ll receive full details on where your specific session will be held so you know exactly what to expect and how to prepare.

  • Yes!
    There are category winners by age group: 20s, 30s, 40s, 50s, 60s, etc. based on the highest number of community votes.

    The key is to show up, share your voting link, and get seen.

    There will be only one Grand Prize Winner - They will be on the Cover

SESSION DETAILS

  • These are Come As You Are sessions, so hair and makeup are not included.
    You’re invited to arrive fully as yourself — no pressure, no perfectionism, just your natural energy and presence.

  • Expect a powerful taste of the Graston Studios experience. Intentional, guided, and centered entirely on you.
    We’ll create space for you to feel seen, supported, and celebrated as we capture portraits that reflect your energy, your story, and your presence in this moment.

  • Yes, absolutely.
    If you’d like to expand your experience, customize your session, or elevate the artwork options afterward, upgrades are available.

  • What you gravitate to most in your wardrobe! Your favorite tee and ripped jeans, your most glamorous dress, that sexy number you are dying to rock, or anything in-between. Whatever you feel the most YOU and the most incredible in.

Are you ready to be witnessed in your full light?

BOOK HERE

A portion of the proceeds from this campaign directly support grief sessions for The Nova Project. Your contribution helps fund those stories, and publishing of the book.

This ensures no woman is alone in her story. Together we are helping break the stigma surrounding the stories of miscarriage, infant loss, and infertility.

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