Tips to choose the best boudoir photographer for you.
When you are beginning the search for the perfect person to capture your essence and beauty while you are modeling in your skivvies or nothing at all, there are a few things to think about and consider.
A personality that meshes with yours is important. You want to feel comfortable and at ease because you don’t want your images to look nervous or tense. It is important that whoever you choose is friendly, outgoing and enthusiastic. They should be willing to answer any little question you may have, no matter how silly or insignificant it may seem. They should offer tons of information to help you prepare. Make sure that you have a good chat on the phone or in person to get to know them and ensure that they are a good fit for you. I am always happy to answer your inquiries over the phone, so don’t hesitate to reach out. Your call is always welcome during work hours at 614-745-4710.
Find a professional who has a body of work that is appealing to you. Look at the gallery of images on their website. Do they show the sort of work that you are looking for? Do they show all shapes and sizes? Do you like their editing style? We are proud to say that we welcome all shapes and sizes, and our website has different sized women and ethnicities.
Some of the best boudoir photographers in the industry are constantly seeking to improve their skills, take yearly courses to expand what they offer, and are part of professional organizations. I am a proud member of the Association of International Boudoir Photographers, Professional Photographers of America, and Do More Photographers. Each organization helps me to be the best photographer that I can be for my clients, and holds me to a standard of excellence.
Another thing to consider is the location where you will be meeting the photographer and having the boudoir session. Will they be coming to you, will you be meeting them in their home, or do they have an established studio in a commercial location? The home or studio that you go to should feel safe, and not in an undesirable part of town. Parking can also be an issue if the meeting place is in a downtown area. Our studio has abundant free parking which can ease stress a wee bit when going to a place that you have never been to before; especially if you are already nervous about your session. And our dedicated studio space is in a nice part of town, in a lovely brick commercial building.
Glowing reviews are extremely important, so be sure to scour their Facebook page and read the honest reviews of other clients who have done a boudoir shoot with this studio. People who take the time to go online and write reviews are honest and you will get a very good view of the photographer’s personality and work ethic. You can see our Facebook reviews here, or you can take a look at our testimonials page here on this website. The best boudoir photographer for you will have reviews from others who sound like you.
A great make up artist is another important part of your boudoir session, because you won’t love your images if you do not care for the make up. Our make up artists are licensed estheticians with the Ohio board of cosmetology. Both Jenny and Yodit are in high demand, and their work is impeccable.
Editing skills are important when you are showing a lot of skin! A good photographer will be able to get rid of stretch marks, cellulite, bruises, bulges and scars without making your skin look plastic. All of our photos get a light edit with the removal of stretch marks, cellulite, bruises, bulges, and scars. I can flatten a tummy a bit, if the client requests.
Beautiful products are also a major consideration when choosing the best boudoir photographer for you. Your gorgeous photos should be made into a timeless piece of artwork. While it is wonderful to have the digital files to enjoy on your computer or phone, computers die and phones get lost. You should have your pictures printed as fine art. We carry a stunning line of luxury albums, archival prints, and beautiful metal wall art. See a few of our samples here.
Payment plans may be another thing to consider, when choosing your boudoir photographer. We do not release digital files or order any printed products until payment plans are paid in full; but interest free payment plans are available on request if you need a few extra months to complete your purchase.
As you can see, there are lots of things to think about when deciding who the best boudoir photographer will be for you. I hope you will consider me and my team. We would love to meet you and give you a supermodel experience!
A huge shout out to Mrs. N for allowing her sexy pics to be shared here. She decided that we were the best studio for her needs and her session was amazing!
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Have you felt overwhelmed, and unsure of where to start when preparing for your boudoir photo session? Wonder no more! Below is a huge collection of do’s, don’ts, and tips to ensure you have a successful shoot and amazing images.
Create a Pinterest Board
One of the first things that you may want to do when you are preparing for your boudoir session is to make a pin board with approx 20-25 boudoir images that you love. I ask clients to do this, so that I can get a chance to see your vision for your shoot. This is for inspiration only – my goal is to deliver a set of images that are YOUR STYLE and this will help me to see what that is. When you make your board, you can invite me to be a collaborator on your board by adding my email info@angelawoolridge.com and clicking the invite button on that particular board. Make sure that you make the board name YOUR name so that I can distinguish it from all the other ladies boudoir boards that I get added to.
Location
While most of my sessions take place in my studio, some ladies prefer to have a session in the comfort of their own home(for an extra fee) where they have all of their wardrobe and shoes at their fingertips. The studio is great, but if you have an amazing home and want to have your images in your own surroundings, my make up artist and I can come to you. I am happy to discuss this with you at the time of booking.
Tips for your wardrobe
*Don’t bring items you don’t love. If you really don’t like the outfit, you probably won’t like the photos of you in it. Leave those at home!
*Lingerie is NOT necessary. And complete lingerie sets aren’t a must either. Do not be afraid to get creative. Go ahead and pair up some fish net stockings with a cute t or cropped sweater. A fabulous bra can be paired with a long flowing skirt. Your fav snug tank top could be modeled without panties. It is not necessary to go out and get a profuse amount of new things unless you just wanted and needed to pamper yourself. 😉
*Items that are a solid color and structured look good on camera, as well as items with texture, and that are snug fitting(but not too tight).
*Thigh highs should be 1-2 sizes TOO BIG according to the size chart on the package. The last thing you want is thigh muffin top, which often results if you buy the size that the package suggests for you. And also note that full fish net hose look amazing with a pair of same color panties, and are a better choice for larger legs or short legs.
*Large breasts need SUPPORT, SUPPORT, SUPPORT. You will want underwire in your items unless your girls are small and perky!
*Neon colors and small or busy patterns don’t photograph the best, so avoid them.
*Babydoll lingerie is not your friend in a boudoir session, unless it’s very sheer and you can see your body through it. My goal is always to show off and accentuate your curves and a babydoll will give the illusion of a square instead of an hourglass. Leave the flowy nighties at home.
*Have your outfits planned along with any accessories. I will go through them with you while you are in hair and make up to choose which will be best. We will have time for 1 outfit for every 30 minutes of your session. If you are feeling timid, you may want to start your session with a sexy, curve hugging dress for a few minutes of beauty head shots; so that you can get comfortable before you start taking your clothes off!
*Try to have variety in your outfits. Rather than bringing in 4 sets of bras and panties; bring in something with texture or sheer lace, something sporty or casual, perhaps your favorite Calvin Kleins.
*Underwear is not the only thing that works for a boudoir shoot. Think about a white button down shirt, a lovely scarf, or a tight fitting tank top.
*Ensure that everything is free of wrinkles, and that you have cut off the sales tags and the inner tags on any sheer items.
*Remember that your birthday suit fits perfectly and it’s free. So the white sheets are a perfect “outfit”. Also fine art nudes can be breathtaking – the perfect adornment for your bedroom walls!
Tips for your body type
All women are beautiful, but I do get questions about what to wear for a specific body type. Here are a few things that may help with those queries.
*Curvy body – My favorite item for curves is a bodysuit. You can get one that is t-shirt material, or you can get one that is lace lingerie. Bodysuits with built in bras are AHmazing! Corsets are great to accentuate a gal’s hourglass shape. You don’t want to wear loose fitting items that hide your shape. It should hug you but not cut off your circulation.
*Mommy tummy – If you never lost that baby bulge, or you hate your c-section scars, a pair of high waist panties will be your friend. Don’t think granny panties. They should be high cut in the hip to make your legs look longer, along with going high up your belly closer to your belly button. The high waist panty is very in fashion at the moment so they are everywhere online. Trust me, they are awesome in a shoot if you are not in love with your midsection.
*Flat booty – I am going to get amazing shots of your behind, but certain panties will be better than others. Cheeky panties are helpful because they show off the underside of the cheeks; and a wide band thong will make a booty look fuller.
*Tiny breasts – Demi bras and push up bras are fabulous enhancers. You can also opt for those silicone “chicken cutlets”, but make sure that your bras fit you properly without any additional stuffing.
*Lean/no curves – A regular bra and panty set will work great. A body suit that is thong in the back can add to the illusion of curves on your back side. An a waist cincher or corset can add to the hour glass illusion.
*Short legs – Avoid thigh highs that cut your leg off at the mid thigh. Nude shoes will always make your legs look longer. Choose shoes with a thin heel. Avoid ankle straps or a square toe on your shoes.
Large breasts – Support and structure is important. If you have gone through one or several pregnancies, you will want to make sure that you have underwire and support for the girls. Outfits without a supportive bra may leave you sagging a bit. Leave the comfy bralettes at home, and only bring in properly fitting supportive items to accentuate your gorgeous cleavage.
Do’s and Don’ts when preparing for your boudoir photography session
Don’t:
Get a spray tan. Spray tans tend to look oompah loompah orange on camera, and they are often splotchy resulting in a need for many extra hours or editing which could result in extra charges if you want those problems removed. Also a spray tan can cause costly stains on furniture at the studio. Please avoid these problems. Fair skin is beautiful; and I can always “warm” up the image afterwards to give you a healthy glow without the spray tan!
Wax the day before your session. If you plan to get hair removal or any form of waxing, make sure that you do it 4 or more days ahead of your session to let any redness subside. The same applies for any chemical peels or facial treatments.
Don’t dump your entire lingerie drawer into a bag to bring to your session. Try to make sure you have a few outfits that are planned, fit you appropriately and lend themselves to the vision in your head.
Don’t bring in outfits that are too small. Skin bulges will detract from your natural beauty, so make sure that your outfits are the correct size for you.
Don’t do any tanning bed tanning within 3 days of your session. Redness in your skin from recent sessions at the tanning bed will show up on camera. So stop hitting the tanning salon at least 3 days ahead of your session.
Don’t arrive with soaking wet hair. You should arrive with clean dry hair and a clean moisturized face. It may seem odd to leave the house without make up on, but doing so will ensure the best results for your makeup application.
Don’t wear tight clothing to your shoot. If you wear tight fitting tops, and a tight waist band on your pants, you will have a ton of unattractive lines on your skin that will need to be removed in post production editing.
Don’t experiment with a new hair color right before your session
Don’t wait until the last minute if you need to shop for new lingerie.
Don’t bring in low or chunky heels. 3-4 inch heels will make your legs look longer and leaner, and you won’t be asked to dance in them – although that might be fun to photograph!
Don’t use tinted moisturizers on your skin.
Don’t drink the night before your session. A hangover isn’t photogenic!
Don’t show up to the studio drunk or drugged. Drinking will cause you to have redness in your eyes that will not be removed during editing. And you don’t want to look zoned out in your images. You really won’t need the courage in a bottle. Once you arrive and meet us; you’ll quickly realize that this is a lot more fun and a lot easier than anticipated.
Don’t get cupping treatments from a massage therapist one to two weeks ahead of your session, depending on how long it takes for your bruises to fade. This also applies to rough sex that includes bites and bindings or whip marks. An odd bruise can be removed, but 8-20 large intentional bruises would require a reschedule of your shoot.
Don’t stress. Your nerves are normal, but a session with us will be easier than you expect because we have been doing this for years and we know exactly how to pose you to flatter you and we promise you’ll have fun while we are shooting your session!
Do’s
Drink lots of extra water leading up to your boudoir photo session to ensure that your skin looks hydrated and glowy.
Cut the inner laundry and size tags off of all your items that are see through lace or sheer fabric. And of course, remove the sales tags too.
Wear sunscreen if you will be in the sun in the weeks leading up to the session, so that you don’t have bathing suit or jog bra tan lines that don’t match your lingerie lines.
Get a manicure and pedicure 24 hours before your session. Your hands will be in most of your images, and you will want them to look great. And you deserve to be pampered anyway!
Get your roots of your hair color touched up.
Have a good idea of your vision for your session and what you want your images to convey: sweet, romantic, light, airy, soft , edgy, sultry, dark, moody, sensual.
Save a few images of hair and makeup on your Phone, so that you can show the makeup artist images of how you envision your final look to be. A smoky eye can mean different things to different people, so having a conversation with your artist over images you like will ensure that you get exactly what you are hoping for.
Do bring in more than one pair of stockings in case you get a snag. Consider full hose instead of thigh highs if you have larger or shorter legs. Fish net hose with the large diamonds paired with a pair of underwear are amazing.
Consider doing yoga or stretching the weeks leading up to your session. You will be glad you got more flexible when it’s go time!
Do shave your legs and armpits the night before the session.
Do get your beauty sleep. I cannot fix tired in Photoshop.
Do use lots of lotion to hydrate your skin; so that you will look supple and dewy rather that cracked and dry.
Now that you know some of the do’s and don’ts, you may be ready to begin shopping for your session. If you are need of some new outfits, check out my post here to find some of my favorite places to shop! I can’t wait to see what you bring in for your supermodel experience!
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Ready to book your glamour or boudoir session? You’ve made a decision you won’t regret, and you are a step closer to a session and images that you will love for a lifetime.
I want you to feel like a supermodel when you have your boudoir photo session.
All of my clients are glamorous ladies who could be in a magazine. Every single one of them. It doesn’t matter about height, or weight, or shape. Or if the face is a certain shape, or if the hair is a certain length. I think that every woman is beautiful, and deserves to feel breathtaking.
Each has her own unique beauty, and gorgeous expression. Each one is a joy to get to know. Each boudoir photography session is different, and I am honored to capture the essence of some very extraordinary women. And my goal is for each and every lady who comes in for a shoot with us, to have an experience that is comfortable, easy, and fun. I want you to see the stunning gal, that the rest of us see when you look at us. I want you to enjoy being pampered with incredible hair and make up by a licensed professional make up artist. I want you to feel like a model in front of my professional camera. I want your inner glamour girl to come to life. And I want you to have images that are phenomenal. My goal is for you to have a supermodel experience.
This babe came in for sexy photos to be used as a gift for the groom, but she has been back in to the studio already for some collaborative boudoir art. Yes, she is incredibly blessed with natural beauty and an amazing body. But truly the best part about this goddess is her sweet personality. I am beyond honored to get to know this sweetheart, and very grateful that she has allowed me to share all of her sexy pics from this awesome set. Thank you Mrs. Y for choosing me to be your boudoir photographer – I am already excited to photograph you again in the near future!
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Doing a boudoir photography session is a form self care and self love. Most women have a hard time spending money on themselves. Every one else in the family comes first including the family pet. But if you don’t keep your own cup full, it’s hard to fill anyone else’s. Make sure that you carve out time to take care of your self, do the things you love, reward your self for your achievements and celebrate all the stages of your life.
Doing a boudoir photography session is something that a ton of women claim boosts confidence and self esteem. Usually it involves some preparation ahead of the shoot, which may include a fresh hairdo, a facial treatment or wax treatment and a fresh manicure and pedicure. That is just the beginning of this self love journey. On the day of your sexy photo shoot, the make up artist will pamper you and leave you feeling like a superstar. Of course the actual session if a lot of fun, and women leave with a huge grin because it was so much easier and they enjoyed it more than they expected. The photos on the back of the camera have made them very happy and they cannot wait to see the rest. Then when they preview the photos at their image reveal, they are always so thrilled to see how amazing that they look.
So don’t wait for his birthday, or your wedding day, or an anniversary to come in to the studio and let us help you create amazing intimate portraits. Do this for you and for no other reason. Tell your self you are worth it, and you deserve to feel breathtaking! Do it for yourself!
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If you are beginning to plan your wardrobe for you bridal boudoir photo session, consider adding a veil to your session. And do your best to make sure that it is as wrinkle free as possible.
These are only anonymous shots because this fabulous gal didn’t want me to reveal her face. But I am deeply grateful that she gave me permission to share these romantic shots that we captured as part of her gift for the groom for her wedding day. Her long white veil with all of that lace edging was so pretty and ethereal.
So if you are getting ready for your wedding; and you are doing a boudoir photography session ahead of the big day, you will want to be sure to remember to bring your lovely wedding veil to your shoot. Of course you will also want to pack your wedding shoes, your bridal jewelry, and with any other accessories that you have purchased. Give all those amazing items (which you may have invested a fair bit financially) a second chance to be worn and photographed before your big day!
Many thanks to Mrs A for allowing me to share a few of her sexy pics! Sadly, I cannot share her beautiful face, but trust me – she’s stunning. I can’t wait to get her in front of my camera again in the future!
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Bridal boudoir is becoming a very popular trend. Lots of ladies want to mark this time in their lives, when they are often working extra hard to fit into that wedding dress. And many want to mark these last months as a single woman with amazing images of their essence and beauty. This stunning gal came in for boudoir photos to be used as a gift for the groom. Her sexy pics were so fun to create!
These are her words about her session at the studio: “I had pictures done for my fiance to give to him on our wedding day. Angela did an amazing job, and although I was nervous at first, she put me at completely ease. Even though the pictures were a gift to my soon-to-be husband I was doing it just as much for myself because I’d never really thought of myself as sexy. Boy did these pictures change my mind! I was so impressed and excited that I gave him the gift early and the album was a huge hit! He’s already asked when I can do more!”
Thanks so much Mrs. C for giving me permission to share your boudoir pictures, and I’m excited to get to photograph you again soon!
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Have you ever thought of using boudoir photography as wall art? When you think of decorating your master bedroom or your master bathroom or even your walk in closet, what comes to mind? Have you spent thousands of dollars on wall art that someone else created, which you have zero personal attachment to? Do you have things hanging on your walls that simply do not speak to you?
Have you ever thought about the fact that stunning images which celebrate you – right where you are now in life, might be just the right masterpiece to adorn your private chambers? Having an incredible image of your beauty can be just what you need to remind yourself daily that you are perfect just the way you are. You could have gorgeous wall art to help you remember that you are amazing when the world tells you differently, and you could have help to admonish yourself when all those self doubting thoughts creep in at the end of a long day.
And if you have reached a certain goal that you wanted to record for all time, hanging an image that depicts this means that YOU become your own inspiration. And you may even inspire your loved ones who share your personal space!
You are beautiful, and putting a few fine art pieces up from your boudoir session is a wonderful way to style your personal environment.
My favorite way to do this is to put these stunning images on high quality metal art. They are perfect for bathrooms because the steam doesn’t damage the metal the way that it would paper prints. And they can be wiped down. We have many samples at the studio.
Boudoir photos of you become the best artwork in your home, a priceless showpiece to decorate your dressing room!
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I am often asked where to buy the outfits for a boudoir photography session. While there are many places to shop, there are a few that I especially like.
But before I list them, it’s important to know your sizes if you are going to order online instead of entering a brick and mortar store. Of course, trying things on ahead of a purchase eliminates the back and forth of having to return items because they are too small or too big. But most companies have a fabulous return policy, giving you the option to send something back to get a different size.
With all women, I want to know what your shape and size is to help you find the outfits that will suit you best.
1. If your breasts are smaller, you will want to ensure that any bras that you chose are “push up” to give you your best cleavage.
2. If your girls are larger, you will want to ensure that all of your outfits have built in support.
3. If you have shorter legs, you will want your undies to be high cut on the hip – giving you the illusion of longer legs. And you may want to bring a pair of nude heels because they will also make your legs look longer.
4. If you have tummy scar, that can often be removed in post processing of your images.
5. But if you carry extra weight in your middle, and if your tummy is your least favorite body part; these options will give you sexy boudoir pictures that you will adore. The first item for this issue is a pair of black, high waisted undies. Don’t think granny panties. I am talking about panties that are high cut in the hip and higher in the waist also. Think retro. If you take a look around online, they are very in fashion currently and they are perfect for anyone who isn’t really in love with her mid section at the moment. Another item that works great for the clients who struggle with tummy issues is the bodysuit. Both lingerie bodysuits and regular clothing bodysuits are all the rage. And oh my goodness, they make EVERYONE look AHmazing! When a client shows up with a bodysuit, I am always very happy! The third outfit item that helps anyone who feels insecure about her tummy is a corset. We can tighten those babies up, and give you more of an hourglass. They can sometimes flatten a gal’s chest, so sometimes a lady will pair a black bra with a corset. Or even better, pick up a waist cincher which looks like a corset but goes right under the bra line.
6. Thigh highs look great, but will not be your friend if they are too tight on the thigh. I recommend getting one or two sizes larger than you would normally choose. And again, if you want your legs to look longer you may wish to purchase fish net hose that go all the way to the waist – and pair them with a pair of undies on top of the hose instead.
7. While many outfits come with a teensy, tiny thong panty; please be aware of the fact that those thin elastic lines can bury themselves in your skin no matter what your size is. If you are going to model a thong, make sure that is has some fabric or lace material all the way around it.
8. Currently, 50 Shades of Grey has given rise to outfits with all kinds of extra straps. If you are buying lingerie of this type, be sure that the straps are not sinking into your skin creating many bulges.
9. Baby doll items that have an empire waistline usually make a gal look more square and add weight to the torso area, so I don’t recommend a baby doll outfit.
With all outfits, fit is important. It cannot be too small, and won’t look great if it’s too big either. So make sure that you try everything on before your session, to ensure that you will have great choices on the day of your shoot.
While I do have a nice selection of high heels at the studio, and even a limited jewelry collection; you are always welcome to bring your own.
Besides Victoria Secret and La Senza at the mall, here is a list of some of my favorite places to online shop:
Before you head off to shop for your boudoir outfits, here is a recent shoot from one of my amazing clients. While I cannot share her gorgeous face, I am delighted to show off the wonderful bodysuit that she brought to her session. I loved how it had a built in bra. Thanks Mrs. G for allowing me to share!
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With all of the things in life that we dream of doing, we can habitually put those things off with a myriad of excuses. However, tomorrow quickly becomes yesterday. Before you know it months or years go by, and you haven’t done the things you had dreamed of doing. So today, it’s time to talk about what goes on inside the mind of most women when they consider intimate portraiture and the excuses to NOT do a boudoir session.
Have you been thinking about doing a boudoir photo session, but you have made many excuses to put it off? Here are some of the excuses that may keep you from stepping in front of the lens?
1.”I need to lose 10 lbs.”
If we are very honest, most of us have been wanting to lose 10 lbs for 10, 15, or 20 years. That may never happen. What is important to know is that you are beautiful right now, even if you need to lose far more than 10 lbs. I see ladies ALL the time who would tell you that they would love to lose 50 lbs; but they are learning to celebrate who they are right now and they know that sexy doesn’t have a size. On top of that, I am a high end editor, so I do have the ability to remove those last 10 lbs with retouching techniques and software if you want. So you can see that those last 10 lbs really isn’t an excuse to keep you from doing a boudoir photo session.
2.”I have nothing to wear.”
While retail therapy is so much fun, new lingerie is not necessary to have beautiful images. You likely have things already in your closet and drawers that would be perfect for a sexy photo shoot. You may have a sexy bikini, or a great one piece thong bathing suit. Or perhaps you have some cute body suit tops. A tight t-shirt with some cute undies is fabulous. So is a cute cami paired with undies. I’ll bet you own a long cardigan. Perhaps there is a long blazer in your closet. You may have some lacy or netted bathing suit cover ups. A few scarves may be sitting in a drawer just waiting to get a new use. And you most certainly have some sexy jeans or jean shorts available. There may be a leather jacket or a fur coat in your wardrobe that would look amazing with nothing else on. And if you are doing a session as a gift for a man, he may have an oversized button up that he would love to see you model along with his tie. And of coarse, I always have freshly laundered white sheets for you to use if you want to do the rolling in the white sheets at the end of your session. For those who get comfortable enough during a session to do implied nudes, the birthday suit is ALWAYS gorgeous. Yes, you actually have more than enough outfits already to book your session.
3.”I have privacy concerns.”
Everyone that you see on my website has signed a model release giving me 100% permission to share their sexy pictures. But the images that you see on my website only account for a small percentage of what I shoot because a lot of ladies want their images to remain private, and I am extremely respectful of each client’s privacy. You decide where your images are after your shoot, and they will never be posted online without your written permission.
4.”I am afraid to take off my clothes in front of a stranger.”
Getting naked is NOT a requirement! The studio is a judgement free zone, and I will only shoot what you feel comfortable with. Nudity may be implied, but the lady bits are usually covered in all of your photographs, unless you ask for some bare breast images or tasteful fine art nudes. You can be as covered up as you want to be in boudoir portraits. There is a range of how revealing that you want your photos to be: from fully clothed to a tasteful ILLUSION of nude. I meet you where you are at. You never have to do a pose or wear an outfit that you aren’t comfortable with. And don’t forget that you can feel comfortable revealing more skin in front of the camera, knowing that your images will remain completely private and no one will see them unless you choose to sign a model release at the end of your viewing appointment.
5.”I am sort of shy, and I don’t know how to be sexy.”
Fabulous! Actually, ladies who do not have a preconceived idea of what “sexy” is supposed to look like are easier to photograph. Every woman on my website is a client, not a model. It is my job to pose you and coach you for the body language of different emotions. Your entire session is guided. You don’t need to know any of that. Leave that up to me, and I will show you how sexy that you already are.
6.”I don’t have a husband or boyfriend to give these to.”
While using boudoir photos as a gift for a significant other is really nice; the most important person to give this gift to is you. Doing a boudoir photo session is something that builds confidence and self esteem, and it’s a fun day of pampering. Every girl deserves to feel breathtaking whether she has a partner or not. Most women admit to me after a session that they used a spouse’s birthday or an upcoming anniversary gift as a reason to justify doing a session that they really wanted to do for themselves anyway. Being single is not an excuse to avoid wonderful experiences for yourself.
7.”I am not photogenic”
Many ladies on my website feel this way about themselves, but I dare you to find a single one that doesn’t look beautiful. A good photographer will take amazing photos of ANY woman, regardless of her shape, size or experience. Everything I photograph is posed and coached for emotion. Directing you through the poses prevents you from worrying if you are doing it correctly and allows you to relax. I will show you exactly what to do and how to do it. Trust me when I tell you that you ARE photogenic, and I can show you that truth.
8.”I am too old”
These days, 60 is the new 40. I have to tell myself that because I am not the youngest chick in the hen house! But seriously, I am seeing a LOT of women in their middle age and even ladies who have already retired who still feel good and want to celebrate their femininity and sensuality. Sexy isn’t a size or a number – it’s a state of mind. The older you are, the more you have to celebrate! Even though you may not be as toned as you used to be, there’s a certain sensuality and confidence that comes in your middle years. I guide clients with wardrobe selection and pose them to flatter their assets and capture that brave spirit that has only gotten stronger with age!
9.”I cannot afford it”
Doing a boudoir session is a luxury and I don’t know your personal financial situation. But we all make room in our lives for the luxuries that we really want. Perhaps you cannot put down hundreds of dollars right now, but your dream photo session can become a reality by setting up an interest free payment plan. Or you can begin to save for your boudoir photos the same way that you would for a ladies night out, a designer handbag or a trip. A boudoir photography session and the beautiful albums and wall art are an investment. If you want an unforgettable experience that increases your self esteem and provides you with high quality portraits that you will cherish for a lifetime, you can have it.
10.”I shouldn’t spend the money on myself”
Women often feel guilty if they spend time and money on themselves if they have children or a spouse. But you know that you cannot pour from an empty glass. Your children should have a mom who loves and accepts her own body and is a role model at being comfortable in her own skin. You don’t want your kids to have self doubt and self criticism, and you need to lead by example. And your significant other wants see you as the sexy vixen that they fell in love with. I have often heard men say that the sexiest part of a woman is her confidence. So if you want to be more sexy in his eyes, book a confidence boosting photo session. Investing in yourself is beneficial for your loved ones.
I know that there are likely other excuses not to do a boudoir photo session, but as you can see above – these reasons are just things ladies hide behind. Get rid of all those excuses, and begin to tick things off of your bucket list. If feeling like a supermodel has been on you list – lets make that happen soon. Get your date on the calendar for your own boudoir photography session; and make a commitment to do the things you have always wanted to do, but just keep putting off.
A huge shout out to the beautiful Mrs. D for giving permission to share her sexy pics. She said “No more excuses!” and she was so much fun to shoot!!
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Yes, you. This post is for you. Today. In the middle of your busy life. Where you are at now, in your health and fitness journey. Irregardless of your age. No matter what your size. Despite what that gal in the mirror says to you. I am here to correct her; and put her lies on notice. Because you are beautiful, and you deserve to feel breathtaking. TODAY. I spend my life using boudoir photos to help gals gain self esteem, by showing them that they are indeed desirable and gorgeous. Of course, confidence is something that comes from the inside. But it helps if you can peel off the layers of self hate about what you see on the outside. As Megan Trainor says “Every inch of you is perfect, from the bottom to the top”. I believe that. There is only one of you. You cannot be replaced. You are special and your characteristics are unique. So today when you glance in the mirror, don’t let that little voice tell you all the things that you are not. Don’t let that little voice pick on every little thing about you. Tell that mirror the truth that you are worthy and lovely. You are a GODDESS.
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