What if you stopped waiting for the world to see you—and learned to see yourself first? In this episode, Raez Argulla explores the concept of the female gaze, contrasting it with the male gaze and unpacking its significance in photography, representation, and self-empowerment. Drawing from her university thesis and her journey as a photographer, she reflects on how women can reclaim their stories by witnessing themselves through their own eyes. The conversation dives into emotional intimacy, visibility, and the transformative power of self-recognition—offering practical ways to redefine how you see yourself both in life and in front of the camera.
📖 Literature Mentioned:
John Berger, "Ways of Seeing" (1972)
Laura Mulvey, "Visual Pleasures and Narrative Cinema" (1975 essay)
Roland Barthes, "Camera Lucida" (1980)
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Chapters
00:00 The Concept of the Female Gaze00:11 Personal Journey and Thesis Project05:26 What is the Male Gaze?06:36 The Emotional Depth of the Female Gaze09:01 The Impact of Representation in Media11:07 The Art Show Experience13:16 Empowerment Through Photography16:02 Transformation and Client Stories18:42 Transformative Moments in Photography21:46 The Impact of the Female Gaze25:52 Empowering Self-Representation27:31 Tools for Self-Recognition33:26 Journaling and Reflection for Self-Discovery