“Even in broken places, beauty and strength are waiting to be discovered.”
This week, our Legacy Spotlight turns toward a woman whose story is painted with both grief and grace. Zarinah Tavares — founder of Golden Goddess Creationz Photography, author, commercial insurance agent, activist, and social media marketer — is living proof that from loss can rise a lens that heals.
Her journey has not been linear. It has been layered with heartbreak, resilience, and an unshakable desire to create spaces where others feel seen. Through her art, she is rewriting the narrative of what it means to heal — not by erasing pain, but by capturing the beauty that grows in its wake.
💭 Mission + Inspiration
Zarinah’s mission is as clear as the images she captures: to frame resilience and capture truth.
After devastating losses, photography became more than just an outlet — it became a calling. She uses her camera to mirror back strength, worth, and beauty to those who may not always see it in themselves.
Every click of her shutter is a reminder: “You matter. Your story matters. You are more than enough.”
For Zarinah, art is not just about aesthetics. It’s about presence. About giving someone the permission to finally exhale and be fully themselves.
🔥 Defining Moment
The path to her purpose began in tragedy. The murder of her brother at the hands of Phoenix police and the passing of her sister just weeks later left wounds too deep for words. At first, she turned to painting as a way to survive the silence. But eventually, she reached for her camera — a tool she had always loved.
And something shifted.
Through her lens, she began preserving fleeting moments that could never be recreated. The laughter in a family portrait. The quiet joy of a child. The raw confidence in a client seeing themselves with new eyes.
One day, a client cried when they saw the images she had captured. Not out of sadness, but out of recognition. Out of healing. That was when Zarinah knew: this was more than art. It was ministry.
🌍 Lasting Impact
The ripple effect of her work touches every space she enters.
📸 Portraits & Branding: helping individuals rediscover confidence and embrace their worth.
🏡 Real Estate & Architectural: transforming spaces into opportunities and visions for the future.
🌿 Nature & Wildlife: reminding us of the healing power of creation and our connection to something greater.
For Zarinah, photography is never just about pictures. It’s about presence. It’s about telling someone, “I see you. I honor your story. You are not invisible.”
🧬 What Legacy Means
Legacy, to Zarinah, is not carved in monuments or written in history books. It is etched in the way people feel after crossing her path.
Her legacy is the confidence reignited in a client who finally loves their reflection.
It is the healing sparked when a grieving family finds joy preserved in photographs.
It is the courage passed down to young creators who, through her example, believe they have permission to shine.
“Legacy is not titles or awards,” she says. “It’s the imprint we leave on hearts.”
🎤 One Message to Leave Behind
“You are not alone, and your current chapter does not define your ending. Keep going. Keep creating. Keep believing in your purpose — because your story has power.”
🎪 What’s Next
Zarinah is stepping into her next chapter with boldness and vision.
She is preparing to open a photography and creative studio — a space where clients will feel celebrated, uplifted, and inspired from the moment they walk in. This studio will be more than a workspace; it will be a sanctuary for stories, art, and empowerment.
But her dreams don’t stop there. Zarinah is expanding into global travel storytelling, capturing cultures, landscapes, and human resilience across the world. In doing so, she is planting her legacy both locally and globally — grounding it in service while letting it soar in purpose.
🔗 Connect With Zarinah
✨ Golden Goddess Creationz Photography: [https://goldengoddesscreationzphotography.mypixieset.com/]
📸 IG: [@goldengoddesscreationzphotos]
At La’Heart Desires, we are honored to celebrate Zarinah Tavares. Her journey is a testament to resilience, her art a vessel of healing, and her heart a reminder that legacy is not about perfection — it is about presence, love, and the courage to keep creating even when life breaks us open.
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