EMBODIED

PHOTOGRAPHY

Blending sensual movement, erotic energy activation, and edge-expanding exhibitionism, embodied photo sessions are designed to help you reclaim your body, presence, and power in front of the camera.

MAY YOU FIND YOUR WAY INTO YOUR BODY AND LEARN THAT IT IS SAFE TO BE IN REVERENCE TO YOUR UNIQUE BEAUTY.
MAY YOU LOVE YOURSELF MORE HOLISTICALLY AS THE ULTIMATE REBELLION AGAINST THE CONTRUCTS THAT PROFIT FROM YOUR INSECURITY AND SCARCITY. YOU ARE WHOLE & HOLY.

Recent work

A woman wearing lace lingerie sitting on a wooden surface near a window, in black and white with a blue tint.
Two women kneeling in the surf at the beach with waves crashing behind them, wearing wet, casual clothing.
Four bottles of skincare products on a concrete block in front of a red background with fabric folds, lit with natural light.
Two women dressed in vintage bohemian clothing, one sitting with a violin and bow, the other standing holding a drum, on the porch of a rustic wooden house with trees reflected in the windows.
A woman with shoulder-length hair in a bedroom, standing on a bed, wearing a blue and black patterned crop top and matching pants.
A woman in a long, form-fitting rainbow-striped dress standing with her arms outstretched in a room decorated with plants and a white dresser with mirror.
A close-up photo of a woman with wet dark hair lying on a peach-colored surface, holding a dropper above her face, about to apply serum or oil.
A woman crouching in a river with rocks, pouring water from a bottle, with flowers at her feet, surrounded by green trees.
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A woman standing on a pile of branches outdoors making a heart shape with her hands under a partly cloudy sky.
Black and white photo of a woman with curly hair, sitting on a speaker, holding an electric guitar, with her mouth open as if singing or shouting, against a plain background.
A woman with curly hair in a black bikini sitting on a wooden dock by a pond with lily pads, surrounded by trees, during daylight.
A woman lying on the sand at the beach, wearing a silver top and black bottoms, with ocean in the background.

Partners &

collaborators…

Black and white logo with a marijuana leaf and the word "FORIA" in stylized font
Black hashtag symbol with the word "LOVE" written inside
Black silhouette of a dog with a long tail standing on a flat surface.
The word 'KNORTS' in large, bold black letters.
Black and white illustration of a man playing guitar with an angel wing and a halo, surrounded by musical notes.
The image shows text that says 'Bed Threads.'
Text image reading 'NUDE STUDIO' in black font on a white background.
The word 'RicherPoorer' written in black text on a white background.
Logo for Mamadre Ox Mezcal with a red illustration of a man sitting on a bull's back, holding an agave plant, surrounded by the words Mamadre Ox Mezcal in red letters.
Gold and black logo for Pink Swans Cosmetics featuring elegant, swirling lines with a star at the top center and the brand name in the middle.
Text reading 'soft n' fat' displayed with a slight arch.
Logo with the text 'Fractal’s Forest' in stylized black font.
Logo with the text 'FOREST & SHORE' in stylized black font.
Text graphic that reads 'The Mountain Astrologer' in black font on a white background.
Sign with text "Suay LA Sew Shop Saves" and a recycling symbol.
Logo of the University of California, San Francisco, with the acronym UCSF in bold black letters and full name below.
Logo of Godiva Chocolatier featuring a stylized horse with a woman riding on its back.
The image shows the 'earth runners' logo on white background

Capturing

the essence…

“My shoot with k literally changed the way I saw myself, there is nothing more to say.”

- B

“We are lucky enough to have grown up with Kalyja in our small Northern California town and to see her blossom into the badass wonder woman she is. Each photo she takes is a blessing that only she can capture. The way she works with her photo subjects in a shoot is as comfortable as it is familiar, and she has a way of making you feel truly beautiful, which is so clearly translated in her final results. Kalyja’s mind is whimsical and vivid and she is a true master of light and color as well as clarity and focus. She has an uncanny ability to capture exactly what you had envisioned in so many different styles and is a very versatile photographer. As a band, we dearly love working with this magical human and use her as our main photographer whenever we can. “

- two runner

“My embodiment photo session with Kalyja was indescribably magical. She has a rare ability to really unlock you. Her grounding presence allows you to let go and just exist in front of her lens. Working with her always feels safe, collaborative, effortless.

- Gia

“I’ve shot with a lot of photographers and it’s one thing to make your subject feel comfortable on a shoot, but another to make them feel like their most beautiful, free, natural, sparkly self. She does all of that AND brings so much creative vision and direction to the table. I love how our photos have turned out and I can’t wait to work with her again.”✨

- Alex

“Litterally nothing feels forced with Kalyja. It's a rare space of pure invitation. Pure play.”

- Natalia Wilde

Kalyja’s mind is whimsical and vivid and she is a true master of light and color as well as clarity and focus. She has an uncanny ability to capture exactly what you had envisioned in so many different styles and is a very versatile photographer.

- emilie rose

“Working with Kalyja is always magical.”

- Sette

Scrolling through my Instagram feed, all the best photos are the ones that Kalyja has taken of me.

- riz

“A photoshoot with Kalyja is nothing short of a transformative experience. She makes you feel truly seen and celebrated. You’ll walk away feeling your beauty, sensuality, and magnetism on an entirely new level. And the results? Pure exaltation. I can’t speak highly enough of her work.”

- Char

Packages

STANDARD

$600

  • 5 fully-edited images

  • 45 mins in location of your choosing

  • Pre-shoot consultation to clarify vision

  • Creative direction & embodiment guidance

Most popular!

EXPANDED

$1500

  • 80+ fully-edited images

  • 4 hours in location of your choosing

  • Pre-shoot consultation to clarify vision

  • Creative direction & embodiment guidance

UP-LEVEL

$3000

  • 300+ fully-edited images

  • 7 hours in location of your choosing

  • Pre-shoot consultation to clarify vision

  • Creative direction & embodiment guidance

Add-ons

+ Additional images

+ Wardrobe and styling support

+ Private studio rental

+ Rush editing

+ Extended shoot time

+ Hair & makeup services

A woman with long hair standing behind a glass and taking a selfie with her phone, with trees and autumn foliage in the background.

Working with

@kalyja.raw

With over 15 years of experience in professional photography, videography, and branding, I’ve curated my dream fusion of my love for nude fine art and embodiment practices. Somatic embodiment photoshoots ignite confidence, sensuality, and self-worth through the power of being witnessed. Combining sensual movement, erotic energy activation, and edge-expanding exhibitionism, these sessions empower you to reclaim your body, presence, and power in front of the camera. More than just a photoshoot, this is a transformative journey of liberation, visibility, and embodied self-expression.