This boudoir photo shoot overview will give you an idea of what you can expect when you book your session with me. My process has been honed after thousands of hours of experience photographing hundreds of women. To help you avoid common pitfalls, and give you ideas to enhance your photos every session with me includes four main events:
Planning your Boudoir Photo Shoot
Every session with me starts with an style consultation so we can plan out your intended session together. This is done via a phone or video call and will help set you up for success so you get the best photos possible from your session. Everything we’ll cover in this call can be found in my boudoir guide here if you’d like to check it out before hand.
At this consultation we will also discuss which images from my portfolio resonated with you most, and find out what you like stylistically so we can plan the specifics your boudoir photo shoot accordingly.
Planning your photo shoot is the most important step for getting boudoir photos like I show in my portfolio. At your consultation I will help you decide which personal care appointments to book and when to schedule them leading up to your session.
Additionally, I’ll also help you with boudoir outfit ideas for your specific body type as well as location possibilities for your photo shoot. This planning call is also a great time to figure out how you’ll want your final artwork presented so I can better capture your photos for how you plan to view them. Don’t worry if all of this sounds overwhelming. I will help you with everything at your consultation and will be happy to assist with guidance leading up to your photo shoot as needed.
Booking
You’re ready for the full photo shoot experience. That’s fantastic! All you have to do now is schedule a day for your photo shoot along with a $500.00 deposit following your planning call with me.
This deposit is non-refundable and reserves your session date. It also secures your hair and makeup artist for your makeover and covers the cost of your photo session. Images from your session are purchased separately after I deliver your proofing gallery.
Your Makeover
Before your photo shoot, your features will be enhanced by my makeup artist. Basically you can tell her to do whatever style you want or show her your Pinterest board and she’ll work towards that look with you at your makeover.
Alternatively, you can let her do whatever she wants and that always turns out spectacular! Some women want natural looks, while other’s choose to liven things up with more dramatic eye shadows and lip stains. It’s totally up to you however you want to style your images. I think both looks can be beautiful in the right context.
Whatever you decide, your boudoir makeover includes but is not limited to:
- Pre Moisturizing
- Foundation / Contouring
- Eye Shadow W/Custom Mixed Colors
- Eye Liner, Wing Tips, Waterline etc.
- Mascara / Strip Lashes
- Lip Liner and Stains W/Custom Mixed Colors
- Hair Straightening or Curls
Your Photo Shoot
Right after your makeover, we’ll start your photo shoot. You’ll be fully prepared with everything you need thanks to the checklist I gave to you the week before your photo shoot. To begin, I’ll show you how to pose your body and how to communicate expressively. Once you know the basics I’ll guide you into flattering poses and capture you in beautiful light. Just bring the outfits you’ve chosen and your favorite champagne—I’ll handle everything else!
Keep in mind that a photo shoot with me is an all-day experience, usually from 10AM to 6PM. If you want to repurpose your makeup and go out after your shoot, just let me know so I can make sure to wrap up in time. If you want to get an idea of what to expect when you book your photo shoot with me, you can check out my boudoir photo shoots page to see some of my recent client’s experiences!
Image Selection
After your photo shoot, I’ll sort through all the images from your session and curate my favorites for you. This culled gallery will be globally edited (Lightroom only no Photoshop) to make sure the images are properly exposed and white balanced for your review.
Some people want to see all the captures from the session which is something I do not recommend. If you really want them though, I will provide a low-res, watermarked proofing gallery of all the captures from your session. Most people will find this daunting though as I typically take between 1,000 and 4,000 photos during a session and most won’t have the culling software to effectively sort through all of the images.
If you’re getting an album, I’ll also pre-design it for you and include it with your culled gallery. Once you have your images and design, it’s generally best to do a screen share with me where you can let me know which images you want and help me finalize your album design. After you’ve made your selections and your final invoice is paid, I’ll hand edit all of your images for you and present you with your album final draft for your review.
You can expect your digital files to be available for download within two weeks of your final payment. Albums will be drop shipped to you roughly 3-4 weeks after you approve the final design. Large format prints, folio boxes, and retro viewers will be drop shipped to you roughly 2-3 weeks after your final images are edited.
The Best Ways To View Your Boudoir Photos
Although you can choose to receive your images as digital only collections, albums, folio boxes and fine art prints offer the best viewing experience. Click your favorite option below to learn more about the best ways to view your final images.
I am a boudoir photographer located in Sonoma, California, with over 10 years of experience and 500+ sessions captured. Author of posing women for boudoir photos. View my boudoir photos and read clients testimonials to see how my work has helped these women change the way they see themselves.