SHINE YOUR LIGHT
Guided by artist and film photographer Jessie McNaught, See Your Nature is an embodied portrait experience rooted in play, presence, and the natural world. Each session invites you to slow down, wander, and reconnect with the wild, intuitive parts of yourself.
Frolicking is highly encouraged
(first time frolickers welcomed).
A day of play, wonder, and whimsy, of connecting to your inner nature. The See Your Nature experience is not just a photoshoot, it’s more like a mini retreat. No performing, no rush, no-one needing you, no technology. Just you, me, the trees, the ocean and the light.
Everything is shot on film which means you can’t see yourself throughout this experience. Instead, we feel, we trust, we play. We follow the light and laugh a lot. And every single time, something shifts. Your state will be altered, tuned. You will feel more like yourself, more alive.
MEET YOUR PHOTOGRAPHER
Hi! I’m Jessie - an Aussie, who’s found herself on the other side of the world, in Ucluelet - the most beautiful place on earth (Vancouver Island). As a little girl, I was obsessed with Fairies, Mermaids, Fern Gully and Pocahontas - I literally have to pinch myself that I get to do this as my work.
Through See Your Nature there is a beautiful healing that’s taking place. Within the women who step in-front of my camera and within myself.
WHAT’S INCLUDED?
WHAT’S THE INVESTMENT?
IS IT FOR ME?
SHINE YOUR LIGHT
WHAT HAPPY FROLICKERS ARE SAYING
The See Your Nature experience with Jessie is so much more than a photoshoot. It is an intimate journey of self-exploration and expression, with Jessie’s warm, loving presence supporting you the whole way. She is not only an incredibly talented and artful film photographer (a hard-to-find niche skill), but also a thoughtful, present, and inspiring guide who will go to great lengths to help you access your deepest self in front of the camera in the beautiful wilderness of the area. Can’t wait to shoot with her again.
CHARLIE
Jessie made me feel so comfortable and respected any boundaries I had and even more importantly, she made me feel seen so seen in a beautiful new way. I felt like a Goddess. She has an eye like no other and I am beyond thrilled with my precious film photographs that I will cherish forever! Thank you again Jessie.
ANETA
What I loved most was the space for self-expression. It felt collaborative, not performative. We played with ideas, followed instincts, and co-created something that felt honest rather than forced. With Jessie, there was no pressure, only permission to explore. And somehow, she captured every expression of who I am.
JENNY
GALLERY
Frequently Asked Questions
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As part of your See Your Nature Experience, you receive exclusive access to the most beautiful private property, that hugs the coastline of Ucluelet.
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Before your date, you will receive a “How to Prepare for your Experience" Guide. In there you will learn exactly what to bring and how to prepare emotionally and physically.
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Film is such a huge part of what makes this experience so special. The pace is slower, there’s more intention and you cannot see yourself. Because of this, we lean into how something feels, rather than looks. We are guided by intuition and trust. Trust for the film and the process, but also we build a beautiful trust with each other.
We will capture 2 rolls of film together, one roll of colour and one roll of black and white.
You will receive your images 3-4 weeks after your experience. Film processing takes time, but I find that waiting becomes it’s own beautiful portal.
If you do however want to expedite the process, your film can be developed faster for a fee.
Disclaimer*
Though I am a seasoned Film Photographer, film does come with risk. Like any camera, things can go wrong. It’s rare, but if something were to happen to your film where is it lost or damaged - you will receive an additional experience, free of charge.
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Including pick up and drop off, put aside 4-5 hours for your SYN Experience. This time varies depending on each person. Your energy, the weather, our pace - all factor into our timeline. I don’t like to rush the process. We will have breaks, snacks and chats, letting energy and inspiration lead.
I recommend clearing your schedule for the day of your SYN experience. Nature is unpredictable here, and having the whole day free to be flexible with weather, light and tides is an extra precaution I like to take.
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No one will see your photos without your consent. Your gallery is private and secured with a pin. Once your gallery is delivered, you will have the option to approve images that I may use for marketing purposes. Each woman is in control of the use of their images and, if you want to keep your experience private, I respect that.
If you feel called to share more of your story with your images, I welcome you to reflect and write about their experience for yourself and also for other women to see themselves in your story. Your story is worth telling.
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Beep Beep, get in! We are going frolicking!
I’ll pick you up from your location in Ucluelet and drop you off after our experience.
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The weather is very unpredictable here, that’s what makes Ucluelet feel so wild. Rain does not necessarily mean postponing - it depends on the time of year and how much rain. Closer to your date we will assess the weather and where our best pocket for light is throughout your day.
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Click the button below and pay the $250 deposit.
You will receive an auto confirmation of your booking and a calendar link to book a Connection Call.
Your deposit will be put towards your SYN experience or returned if we discover on the Connection Call that we are not the best fit.
TRAVEL DATES
Powell River - August 2026
Haida Gwaii - September 2026
Mexico - October/November 2026
Australia - May 2027
Palm Springs, USA
Sydney, AUSTRALIA
The vision is to capture See Your Nature, all over the world. If you have a special spot in nature in mind, reach out! I love to travel. Let’s plan your unique experience in a landscape that speaks to you.
HAVE QUESTIONS?
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