What Happens When She Shot Stephanie And Arryn

Woman gets fired after her body-positive shoot went viral

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Women fight a constant battle to love the skin they’re in - regardless of what that looks like. After one woman’s wedding shoot in Tyler, Texas went viral, her employer was quick to let her go. Here’s what happened.

The shoot

Wolf & Rose Photography photographed Stephanie and Arryn in an outdoor, boudoir-inspired wedding shoot. The two are getting married February 2019, and they wanted a shoot that reflected their loving relationship.

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The reaction

Shortly after the photography company posted the photo shoot online, it received praise for its body positivity. Stephanie, a plus-sized woman, was a striking representation

The bank was not a fan of her wedding shoot, calling it inappropriate and stating that this behavior didn’t fit within the “family-oriented” vision of the business.

Ironically, Stephanie was five months pregnant at the time of the shoot, and firing her from said “family-minded” business almost seems in direct contrast to a company who claims to prioritize family values.

The photographer, Bria Terry, is disappointed with the bank’s reaction, questioning the bank’s morality when they can let go of a woman who is getting ready to raise a child. Terry, however, remains steadfastly proud of the attention the shoot has received and says the termination was worth it when it comes to highlighting the many different body types and breaking of traditional stereotypes.

The effect

Stephanie called her termination disheartening, reiterating how her work life is a separate entity from her social life. She previously stated that she was a model employee who was hoping to move up in the company.

On a happier note, Stephanie says the shoot made her feel beautiful and confident, creating an eye-opening experience. She has truly shown women the meaning of self-care and self-love, regardless of what others