A friend of mine told me about the project and I was intrigued. I had recently gone through big life changes and to participate at that time in this project seemed perfect timing.

Who was I now in this new chapter of my life - in my early 50s and being my own partner for the first time in a long while?

I enjoyed the actual photo shoot, playing with poses, trying out what fitted me best. I remembered that I had been modelling for life drawing and sculpture classes a long time ago, something I always found quite meditative and fun. It was lovely to tap into that energy again all these years later.

The past few years have brought many challenges and I’ve shed many ‘old skins’ and emotional ballast. The picture I have chosen reflects my resilient and joyful spirit that has survived and is thriving.I feel comfortable in my skin and who I am now, something I treasure hugely.