Boudoir photography can feel intimidating if you've never done it before, and it's totally normal to have questions!
I want to make sure you feel confident and excited going into your session. From what to wear to how to prepare, I’m answering some of the most common boudoir FAQs I get to help ease any concerns and guide you through the experience. Let’s dive into some of those top questions and get you ready for your empowering, confidence-boosting photoshoot!
Why should I try a boudoir session?
If you have ever been made to feel less than the women you see in the media and online. If you have been conditioned to pick apart every single body part and critique endlessly. And if you are exhausted from that script, I want to give you an experience that challenges all of that and reminds you have permission to be free in your skin, to say without hesitation or apology “Wow. I am so beautiful."
I've always wanted to try a boudoir session, but it's WAY outside my comfort zone.
Can I tell you a secret? Shooting boudoir was a step outside of my comfort zone too. But I am so glad that I did because now I LOVE it so much! And guess what, I share those nerves with you before every session. Because it’s totally normal and I welcome any and all emotions that come on during this experience. After the first 5 minutes, those nerves start to quiet and by the end, you may not even recognize yourself. I hear “when can I do that again?” on the regular.
What if I'm not sexy?
Um, you absolutely are and I am going to help you see it. It’s my job to help bring out that sexy and you are not on your own. I will coach you, guide you and hype you up throughout this experience. At times, I’ll help you play up the sexy through prompts and poses. Other times, I will capture you as the natural beautiful that you are.
I'd really like to loose 10 pounds first...
A great photographer knows how to pose and style a wardrobe to make you feel your most confident and look your best. I will guide you through wardrobe choices that accentuate your best assets and help coach you into poses that naturally elongate the body and enhance your natural curves. Plus, wouldn’t it be really amazing if we stopped tricking ourselves into believing that we need to lose 10 pounds? Let’s just release that pressure from our lives right now. Feel better? Me too.
Yeah...okay, but you can Photoshop me right?
My boudoir experience is meant to celebrate you in this season of your life and to allow you to see yourself as the beauty that you are. So photoshop? Kinda but not really. Let me explain. I'm not about the overly edited image. I do retouch each image by smoothing skin, removing blemishes, and enhancing the overall image with my editing style. But that photoshop you speak of? I do that in camera through posing and wardrobe. My favorite part of my photoshop free approach is watching you see yourself as the work of art that you are, no photoshop necessary.
Will you post my photos on your website or social media?
I never share images without written permission. Your images are for YOU and whoever you choose to enjoy them with. The beautiful faces on my website and instagram are either clients who gave permission or portfolio sessions I book throughout the year with individuals that allow me to use their images so I can show you all the gorgeousness I hope you create for you without compromising anyone's privacy. Of course I'd love to share your images but believe me, I fully understand.
What if I don't have anyone to do a session for?
The longest and most important relationship you will ever be in is the relationship you have with yourself. Be your own superhero. Be a gift to yourself. Give yourself the love you so freely give to others.
What should I wear?
After you book your session, I send you a questionnaire that helps me have a better sense of your style and concept for the session. After that, the fun part begins with a Pinterest mood board collaboration. I help guide you through wardrobe styles and fit to bring your vision to life.
