You’ve walked through the fire and come out stronger!
We’re photographing women who have come through life’s hardest battles and found joy on the other side in our new gallery exhibition…
Your story is worth sharing!
At the completion of our project, your story and artwork will be featured in a public gallery exhibition. It will be a celebration of resilience, courage, and beauty. Imagine a room filled with women’s stories shining side by side, reminding every guest that we are beautiful, strong, and worthy. Together, we’ll fill Houston with hope and inspiration as we raise a glass to remarkable women like you and the freedom to thrive.
After the event…
wake up to your strength, every day!
Take your framed gallery piece home to enjoy.
How much does it cost to be featured?
While exhibition spots remain, we’re offering this luxury portrait experience for only $690.
The total value is over $2300.
What’s included?
As one of our Freedom to Thrive women, you’ll receive:
Personal style and concept consultation to plan your dream shoot.
Professional hair and makeup artistry to look your absolute best.
Relaxed and fully guided photo session in our gorgeous studio.
Invitation to our gallery-style exhibition in Houston, March 25, 2026
…andA custom framed wall portrait to showcase your beauty and strength forever!
Your freedom deserves a portrait of victory.
Who is this experience for?
We’re showcasing the resilient stories of Houston women celebrating their freedom to thrive. This project is for women who have walked through challenges and emerged knowing they are beautiful, strong, and worthy.
Survivors — of cancer, abuse, destructive marriages, or other life-altering battles
Single mothers building thriving families against the odds
Glass ceiling breakers who are paving the way in business, leadership, and community
Women in ministry faithfully serving and leading in the face of challenges
Every woman who has found freedom in her own story and is ready to inspire others
Because Freedom to Thrive is not just about portraits—it’s about honoring resilience, celebrating worth, and multiplying hope in our city.
Why your freedom story matters…
Your freedom story matters because it carries hope. The trials you’ve walked through aren’t wasted. They’ve revealed that you are beautiful, strong, and worthy. When you share your story, you give someone else permission to believe that healing is possible, that courage can rise again, and that joy can return after seasons of pain.
Your story isn’t just about the past you’ve overcome, it’s about the future you inspire. Every time you choose to be seen, you remind others of their own beauty, their own strength, and their own worth. That’s why your freedom story matters: it’s not only your testimony, it’s a gift to the world.
At Shala Wilson Photography, we specialize in creating more than just beautiful portraits. We create experiences that help you feel seen. You’ve walked through so much, and this season of victory deserves to be celebrated. Our team will guide you every step of the way so you not only love your images but also love how you feel in front of the camera: confident, radiant, and free.
This project is deeply personal…
I’m recently divorced after nearly twenty years of marriage, and as a woman in ministry and an entrepreneur, I know what it feels like to question your worth, to feel unqualified or disqualified, and to fight for your own identity. I know what it’s like to push down parts of yourself to conform to others’ expectations, only to realize you’ve silenced the woman God created you to be.
That’s why the Freedom to Thrive Project matters so much. It is part of my calling to use my gift as a photographer and minister to help women step into the truth of who they are. I want every woman who participates in this project to see herself as beautiful, strong, and worthy — even if she doesn’t believe it yet. Together, we can claim the freedom to thrive.
With all my love,
Shala
your Houston photographer
Apply to be featured or learn more.
You deserve to feel this great, too!
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Absolutely loved working with Shala and her makeup artist as well!! As soon as you walk in you can feel the calmness and great atmosphere, I’ve had issues with getting photos taken and feeling insecure but when she was working her magic with me I never felt insecure!
– Jacky
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Simply put, Shala is incredible. With calm and grace, Shala is able to perceive the essence of a person which shines through in her photos. Highly highly recommend Shala to anyone considering photos - whether for business or personal. Shala will bring out the very best.
– Ilanit
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Let me tell you…I’ve never seen myself this way. I felt like a super star. If you’re looking for a photographer who cares about you she’s the one. I won’t spend my money in any other place. Thank you, Shala for making my 40th so amazing!
– Daria