In this episode, Anna Gouin and photographer Virginia Borges explore the art of being seen. Virginia shares her journey from law to photography, and how her work centers on capturing women's rawness, & vulnerability. Together they unpack body image, self-perception, and the power of authenticity in a world obsessed with perfection. The conversation is a reminder that beauty lives in realness—and that being witnessed, as you are, is its own form of liberation.
Chapters
00:00 Introduction and Connection
02:13 Virginia's Journey into Photography
05:38 The Courage to Pivot
08:49 Capturing Essence in Portraits
11:56 Vulnerability and Movement in Photography
15:10 Redefining Beauty and Authenticity
19:12 Selfies vs. Professional Photography
24:42 Acceptance and Non-Judgment in Women
25:37 Body Image and Family Influence
28:45 Overcoming Body Image Issues
32:20 Reclaiming Womanhood and Self-Acceptance
37:40 Connecting with the Body During Photoshoots
41:46 Documentary Photography and Real Life
49:27 Embracing Authenticity in Life and Art
