Heidi Back, Editorial Fashion & Portrait Photographer, Vancouver BC
“You are not becoming someone new.
You are simply becoming more of who you already are.”
You are not becoming someone new. You are simply becoming more of who you already are."
I am a Vancouver-based portrait photographer specializing in fashion-inspired portraiture for women in their 40s, 50s, and beyond — women ready to see themselves reflected with strength, style, and understated confidence.
Before becoming a photographer, I worked in senior roles in marketing and communications, where clarity, leadership, and vision were essential. That experience taught me how powerful storytelling can be — and today, photography is my way of telling stories through light, intuition, and connection.
My work is a journey — one that has taken me across continents and into the lives of remarkable people. Each portrait I create is infused with that spirit of discovery. I believe a portrait is not about reinvention, but recognition: a return to yourself with grace, presence, and power.
I mostly work with women who are entering new chapters of life. Some are navigating transitions; others are reclaiming a sense of self after years of building, caretaking, and showing up for others. Some arrive knowing exactly what they want; others simply feel it is time to be seen in a new light.
While much of my work celebrates women — especially in midlife and beyond — all are welcome. Whether you are seeking a personal portrait, branding imagery, or a corporate commission, my approach is always intentional, refined, and deeply personal.
"I aim to empower women to step up and allow themselves to be seen as dynamic, powerful, sensual, and creative individuals."
“I use my marketing background to help the people and brands I photograph to tell their story in authentic, relatable visuals. ”
Published Work
My work has been featured in numerous international publications. Each feature has been a milestone in my journey — a reminder of the timeless power of print in a digital age.
Selected Publications
Artells Magazine · Arya Magazine · BeauNu Magazine · Beautymute Paris Magazine · Chovain Magazine · Creativ Magazine · Creators Magazine · Elegant Magazine · Elegant Magazine KIDS · Ellas Magazine · Fashion Shift Magazine · Fienfh Magazine · GMARO · Horizont Magazine · Know Magazine · LeDesir Magazine · Like a Lion Magazine · Luxia Magazine · Marika Magazine · The Feature Magazine · New Face Magazine · Off Town Magazine · Olympus Passion Magazine · Philocaly Magazine · Prolific Quarterly Magazine · PUMP Magazine · Rizing Magazine · Selin Magazine · Shuba Magazine · Summers Magazine · The Art of Portrait · The Boulevard Magazine · UnTold Magazine · Vigour Magazine
Collaborations
Over the years, I’ve had the privilege of photographing and working with talented designers whose vision and artistry inspire me deeply.
Featured Designers
Giovanna Ricci Designs · Chalett Boutique · Shyan J Couture · Connally McDougall · House of Virsa · Little Pink Dress Design · Melissa Caron Jewellers · Sam Stringer · Rowes Fashion · Senoldesigns · Tammi Anne Barker · Zoe Collection
Services
I specialize in creating images that feel both fashion-inspired and deeply personal, tailored to your story and your stage of life.
Offered Sessions
Portrait Photography for Women
Editorial Fashion Photography
Personal Branding & Business Portraits
Environmental Portraits
Dance Photography
Model Test Shoots
Commercial Photography
My portrait sessions are calm, collaborative, and carefully guided. From styling to posing, from light to expression, I bring precision to every detail while creating an atmosphere of trust and ease.
I know that stepping in front of the camera can feel vulnerable. That’s why I approach each session as both guide and partner — giving direction where needed, while leaving space for authenticity to shine through.
The result is more than a photograph. It is a body of work that feels timeless, intentional, and unmistakably yours — a collection of images that reflect not only how you look, but also who you are becoming.
(Portrait sessions begin at $650, headshot sessions from $400. Please inquire for full details and availability.)
“I aim to empower women to step up and allow themselves to be seen as dynamic, powerful, sensual and creative individuals.”
Ich bin Heidi Back, deutsche Fotografin in Vancouver BC, Canada, mit Schwerpunkt auf Porträts, Personal Branding und Headshots. Es ist mir ein Herzensanliegen, Menschen – besonders Frauen ab 40 – so zu fotografieren, dass sie sich gesehen und selbstbewusst fühlen. In einer einfühlsamen und vertrauensvollen Atmosphäre entstehen zeitlose, ausdrucksstarke Bilder, die ihre Einzigartigkeit und innere Stärke sichtbar machen.