Emilie Iggiotti: From Law to Lens – Empowering Women Through Photography
Episode Overview
Emilie shares her journey from studying law in France to finding her true passion in photography. She discusses her dedication to capturing the essence of women in her portraits. Emilie reflects on her transition from a legal assistant to building a successful photography business. She emphasizes the significance of empowering women through purposeful and authentic portraits. The conversation touches on the art of storytelling through photography and the portrayal of women over 50.
A picture tells a thousand words? That to me is what really good photography can do. I wanted to tell people's stories through portraits. And everyone has a story.
Ever wondered how someone shifts from a career in law to capturing the essence of women's stories through photography? In this episode of 'Relentless-The Podcast', host Kyle Dubé sits down with Emilie Iggiotti, a remarkable portrait photographer originally from Reunion Island. Emilie's journey is anything but ordinary. Starting off in the field of law, she soon discovered her true passion lay behind the camera, telling the untold stories of women from all walks of life.
Now based in Edmonton, Alberta, Emilie has redefined herself as a lifestyle and portrait photographer with a unique focus on empowering women, especially those over 50. Her project, 'The Crone', celebrates the wisdom and experiences of older women, offering them a platform often overlooked by mainstream media. Emilie shares her transition from a legal assistant to building a successful photography business. She dives into her philosophy of visual storytelling, emphasizing how each portrait is a narrative waiting to be told.
This episode isn't just about photography; it's about finding your true calling and relentlessly pursuing it, no matter where you start. If you're curious about how to turn passion into purpose, or simply love inspiring stories, this episode is a must-listen.