Conversations with Bridgette Turner

Today we’d like to introduce you to Bridgette Turner.

Hi Bridgette, thanks for joining us today. We’d love for you to start by introducing yourself.
My first real photo shoot was twenty five dollars and I was nineteen years old.
It was a session for a friend from high school. I didn’t know how to use the sun yet. I didn’t understand lighting or posing the way I do now. I just knew I was having fun — and somehow, the photos came out cute. That was enough to spark something, even if I didn’t recognize it then.

At the same time, I was already a mom. Young. Learning how to survive before I ever learned how to dream. I put myself aside without question, because that’s what needed to be done. For a long time, I believed that becoming a mother meant becoming smaller.

One of the most pivotal moments in my journey came when I was given the chance to work for a photographer I had idolized for years. I didn’t just admire her work — I learned from her. She trusted me enough to put a camera in my hands and send me into daycares, schools, and sports shoots as a working photographer. That trust changed everything. I learned the foundation of my craft there — the structure, the discipline, the consistency. They showed me everything I know. It was the first time I felt seen not just as a mom or a helper, but as a photographer.

Two years ago, I hit a breaking point. I chose myself.

I took a leap that terrified me and rented my own studio — an old school building with character and imperfections, but it fit me perfectly. That space became more than a studio. It became proof that I could build something real, something sustainable, something that was truly mine.

The growth that followed wasn’t just external — it was internal. One of my favorite full-circle moments came when country musician Colin Stough shared my work on his social media. That was one of the moments led to shooting a major awards event in Georgia — something I never imagined when I was still figuring out how to use natural light.

Another turning point was booking my first boudoir session. I was scared at first — unsure if I was ready. Now, I’m booked with boudoir all year long. It’s the work that fills me the most. Watching women walk in unsure and leave confident, powerful, and seen is something I will never take for granted.

Along the way, my work has been featured in magazines — including landing a cover. Moments that once felt unreachable are now part of my reality.

Today, I’m proud of the confidence I carry — in my business, in my work, and in myself. I’m proud of the growth behind it and the support surrounding it. Photography didn’t just give me a career. It gave me my confidence back.

If my story says anything, I hope it’s this: being young or being a mom does not mean your dreams are over. You are allowed to grow. You are allowed to choose yourself. And you are allowed to keep going — even when you don’t have it all figured out yet.

Don’t give up on your dreams.
And never give up on yourself.

I’m sure it wasn’t obstacle-free, but would you say the journey has been fairly smooth so far?
My biggest struggle was remembering I can do it and believing in myself.

Alright, so let’s switch gears a bit and talk business. What should we know about your work?
I’m a portrait photographer specializing in families, boudoir, live events, children, and motherhood, with a focus on capturing real connection and emotion. I’m known for creating images that feel natural and authentic—less about perfect poses and more about the moments in between.

What I’m most proud of is building my business from the ground up and creating a space where families feel seen and celebrated. Growing my studio and my client base while staying true to my heart and values has been incredibly rewarding.

What sets me apart is my ability to connect. As a mom, I understand real life and bring patience, empathy, and calm into every session. I don’t just take photos—I create an experience that allows people to be themselves and walk away with memories they’ll cherish forever

What does success mean to you?
I define success as creating a life and career that align with my values. It’s being present for my family, doing work that fulfills me, and building something meaningful from my passion. Success isn’t just growth or numbers—it’s knowing that my work makes people feel seen, preserves their memories, and allows me to show up fully as both a photographer and a mom.

Contact Info:

• Website: https://wildwomanphotographystudios.mypixieset.com/
• Instagram: https://wildwomanphotographystudios.mypixieset.com/
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