Boudoir / Glamour

"Boudoir photography is not for super models, boudoir photography is for YOU, the everyday woman. you are all strong, beautiful and worthy exactly how you are in this very moment."

ABC OF BOUDOIR

So, I know you may be teetering on the fence about doing a boudoir session, Right? Maybe you’re wondering if it’s silly to do a session if it’s not for a gift? Or, you have no idea what to wear, because your not really a lingerie kind of girl? Well don’t you worry, here are the ABC’s of boudoir sessions. I’m going to tell you all you need to know, and MORE!

A- “ALL ABOUT YOU”

As the title says, a boudoir session is all about you! I know, I know, you may be thinking hey this is for my partner or husband! And, while yes, they may reap some great benefits from your photos, I suggest that you go into the session thinking, for once in my life, this is about me feeling beautiful, confident and comfortable in my own skin! I often have people tell me, “that looks so fun” and then comes the dreaded “BUT” i don’t have a great body, or i hate how my legs/arms… or insert body part here! In your boudoir session, we are going to find poses, lingerie, and oufits that fit your body just right! It’s not about walking into my studio with the perfect model body! Over half of the women in my boudoir galleries are mom’s to TWO or more children! These sessions are about embracing your body and highlighting your assets.

B- “BRING ON THE HAIR & MAKE UP”

One thing that I highly encourage from my clients to do, is to hire a professional hair and make up artist. It’s so fun to get dolled up, because lets face it, it’s a rare thing to splurge on hair and make up. Professional artists are going to know how to play up the best features in your face, like your bright blue eyes or your lucious lips! They also are going to be aware of the amount of make up you need to look great on camera. We have lots of room in the studio so most artists come about an hour before your session to get you all dolled up for your photos. Feel free to bring your own hair and make up artist or I can happily offer you some great suggestions of people I’ve used in the past!

C- “CLOTHING OPTIONAL”

So as the title of this post says, clothing is optional! We don’t show full nude photos on our website, out of the privacy of our clients, but we do click them as requested. You may also notice that there are a lot of photos where people are wearing sweaters, sweatshirts and other non lingerie items. As I said above in the “All About You” section, this boudoir session is about YOU! If you don’t want to wear Lingerie, then don’t! Part of what I do for you is chat with you about your clothing options for your session! We are going to find 3-4 different looks for your session that make you feel confident and gorgeous in your photos. So if that means wearing nothing for your photos, or it means wearing your favorite boy shorts and tank top, I promise you, you will feel great and love the ending result! Take a look at our Pinterest board {HERE} for inspiration and ideas for your boudoir session!

What Is Boudoir Photography?

Boudoir photography is a unique and creative style of photography that focuses on the subject's sexuality, sensuality and identity as a sexual being. The person being photographed may be nude or clothed in sexy lingerie or fetish attire, or subtle yet intimate and sensual.

Although boudoir photographs are some of the most popular gifts a woman to give her partner, many women choose to have a boudoir photo session for themselves for a variety of reasons. Many women find boudoir photographs of themselves as empowering, indulging and a sense of sexual and sensual freedom. Some women just request a boudoir photography session because it's their birthday, a special time in their life or just for the excitement involved. Other women may opt for a boudoir session because of an upcoming mastectomy from a breast cancer diagnosis and even post surgery to make a personal statement of their power and strength. In any case, a boudoir photography session is a fun, exhilarating and empowering photography session that allows her to explore her inner sensuality.

boudoir photos in an album are as romantic and personal a gift, as a beautiful piece of jewelry, so presenting someone with a little black book of boudoir photos is a great gift for the significant person in your life. It may even be the best gift you ever give yourself!

It isn't just your significant other that benefits from your decision to schedule a boudoir photo shoot either. Many women enjoy posing for boudoir photographer, because of how it makes them feel. taking complete charge of and owning your sensuality and sexuality is empowering on its own, but putting it all out there in a photo takes self confidence and security. The other benefit is how amazing you feel all made up looking like a million bucks at your sexiest and most sultry.

As a professional photographer I know everything there is to know about elevating a boudoir photography session to its greatest potential with lighting, posing and editing. I'm also experienced at soothing any anxiety or apprehension you might have leading up to the photo session and we work on-location at your home, hotel suite or anywhere you choose for your absolute comfort, privacy and security.

When you contact me for your boudoir photo session, we'll start by discussing the location to make sure its safe, yet a place that speaks to you. We'll definitely get creative and think outside the box to make your Boudoir session all it can be.

WE will also consider having professional hair and make-up (if you wear it) done as part of your experience along with attire and any clothing changes. We'll make your boudoir session is more than just a photo session and make you feel pampered!

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