EMPOWERING Photography
with award-winning Bishop’s Stortford photographer Donna Duke-Llande
All women, body positive photography located in Bishop’s Stortford, Hertfordshire.
welcome to The Proud Project - where we're all about capturing your unique story through the lens of fun and excitement!
Picture this: a photoshoot experience like no other, personalised just for you to showcase your individuality in the most vibrant way possible.
In 2025, I've got this amazing project lined up and I'd love for you to be a part of it. It's all about celebrating YOU through photography in a way that's as special and one-of-a-kind as you are. When you book a session with me, we kick things off with a laid-back meet-up at a cosy coffee shop in Bishop's Stortford or if you’re not local we can always hop on Zoom. This initial chat is all about getting to know each other, so we can craft a photoshoot that truly speaks to your soul.
Forget just snapping pictures - we're all about creating art that tugs at your heartstrings every time you see it. The Proud Project is all about empowering women to embrace their true selves, feel confident, and radiate self-love. And hey, if we can do that, just imagine the impact it'll have on our daughters and future generations!
Our end goal? To compile all these incredible images into a coffee table book that celebrates the beauty of diversity. In a world where Instagram models set the beauty standards, we're here to shake things up and show that it's our differences that make us shine. So let's change the narrative, one stunning image at a time, because let's face it - a world where we all look the same would be pretty boring! Let's make some magic together with The Proud Project!
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Testimonials
“Donna has a talent for capturing the raw, the fear, the suppression, the weight we carry and the quiet desire to love ourselves. She finds a way to focus the lens on all that is deeper and all that beauty finds its way through. It’s a talent not just anyone has. ”
“Since becoming a mum I’ve definitely lost a sense of who I am as a person. Thanks to Donna’s amazing photography, I now have a daily reminder of me. I instantly felt at ease in the studio and Donna’s creative direction brought out sides of me that have been hidden for too long. Her contemporary styling and our shared love for tulle created some of the most amazing pictures I have ever seen. I love her! I cannot recommend Donna enough, she’ll be your biggest cheerleader and bring out the best of you resulting in photos you really will treasure forever.””
“Oh where do I begin? After a tough few years and the foreboding 60th birthday, I came across Donna’s profile on my Instagram and was really drawn to her and her originality. I tentatively booked a photo experience. The pre meeting was so nice and I connected immediately with her. She is so warm, generous and kind and for someone like me who felt intimidated in front of the lens, I felt I could trust her and felt completely at ease. I had an idea of what I wanted to portray, the two sides of me; Donna just ‘got it’ and she captured it exquisitely. ”
“Working with Donna was a delight and so much fun. She has an ease about her which makes you feel as if you’ve known her before. Her passion for what she does is inspiring; she is creating beautiful photography. Donna is allowing us to be and showing us in our most authentic and beautiful form.
I love the way Donna has captured me. It feels honest and true. I will make sure the prints are on display in my home and not stored on a digital device only to be viewed once in a while”
“I would give Donna 10 🌟 if possible! It was a great pleasure to have my photoshoot day with her. When I saw the photos I understood that Donna is a true artist who creates unique pictures of women of all ages, especially the 40+ women. She helps you to express your inner and outer beauty and personality and feel special. Reach out for Donna and treat yourself to a unique and very personal experience. ”
