“My therapist suggested I do a sensual photoshoot. It was something that had never crossed my mind. At first, I wasn’t shocked or excited—I just felt neutral. I understood what it was, but I could never imagine myself doing something like that.
But I warmed up to the idea and started researching on Google. Mari was the first name on the list, and honestly, I can’t even remember who was second because I immediately fell in love with her work. It was love at first sight.
From there, I went to her Instagram and started dreaming about the possibility of looking like those amazing women in her photos. That’s why Mari calls everyone “wonderful”—because the first impression you get when you see her pictures is just how many amazing women there are in this world.
Eventually, I reached out to Mari and said, “I don’t know anything about this kind of photoshoot, but I want to do it. Explain everything to me.” I booked the shoot but still felt uncertain about what I was getting into—and I’ll admit, a little scared too.
When I arrived, Mari greeted me with such incredible energy that I immediately felt at ease. I let myself be completely present in the moment. Luiza, who is just the sweetest, did my makeup and nailed the hairstyle.
I remember looking in the mirror before the photoshoot started. Wow—who was that stunning woman staring back at me? It was me. Yes, it was me. And that feeling was incredible.
So I relaxed and let Mari guide the entire process. I followed her lead completely, and it was beautiful, fun, exhausting, enriching, and, most importantly, the beginning of a new way of seeing myself.
In Mari’s own words: YES, I AM MY OWN ROLE MODEL.
Would I do it again? Absolutely. Seeing everything come together in the final magazine was such an emotional experience—I was overwhelmed with happiness.
Thank you, Mari, for everything. You are incredible, and you helped me realize that I am incredible too. Together, we created something truly special.
Today, I see the woman I’ve always wanted to be. And I’m not just like the other amazing women on Mari’s Instagram—I’m part of that team now. I’m another “wonderful” woman in the Mariana Beltrame family.
The journey is still long, but this was an amazing first step.
Thank you, Mariana Beltrame!”
