My Process For Creating Your Boudoir Photos
1. Planning Your Session
The first essential step with every boudoir session I photograph is a video call. Here, together, we'll outline the entire session, diving deep into the nuances of my portfolio to pinpoint your preferred image styles. Once I know more about the details of your intended session, I can then help guide you with:
Recommendations for personal care appointments
Selecting outfits that perfectly match your body type
Where to photograph your session
How you’d like your final artwork presented
2. Securing Your Spot: Booking Details
Once you're ready to book your photoshoot, a $500 non-refundable deposit reserves your session date. This not only locks in your preferred date but also ensures my hair and makeup artist is reserved just for you. Plus, it covers the photo session costs, guaranteeing everything runs smoothly.
3. Your Boudoir Photoshoot
Now, the day you've been waiting for. Come with your handpicked outfits and perhaps a bottle of your favorite champagne to set the mood. My skilled makeup artist will work wonders, accentuating your best features, as I guide you through every frame. Remember, a boudoir photo shoot with me is an immersive experience, typically running from 10 am to 6 pm. Plan accordingly as I help you capture the best photos you’ve ever seen of yourself!
4. Image Reveal & Order
Around 2-3 weeks post-shoot, your handpicked and meticulously edited images will be ready. Brace yourself for a reveal session, where you'll have the chance to view and purchase only the images you absolutely love from your photoshoot.
If you're still curious about what to expect when you book a photoshoot with me, you can check out my boudoir photo shoot overview here for a comprehensive overview of my process.
How to Get Ready for Boudoir Photos
In my experience a good plan is the key to getting the best boudoir photos from your session. Don’t worry, none of it is very hard, but knowing all the little tasks and when to do them will compound into an amazing outcome. By figuring out your preparation strategy beforehand, you'll find yourself more at ease during your shoot knowing you’ve shown up fully prepared.
The following boudoir photo shoot tips are the most impactful things you can do to make your images better. By improving your appearance beforehand your photos will look better in camera before any editing takes place.
Grooming: Choose your preferred hair removal method (if desired). If shaving, beware of skin irritation. For those who prefer to wax, aim for 3-5 days before your session after letting hair grow for 2-3 weeks to avoid irritation in your photos.
Tan Lines: A seamless tan elevates boudoir photos. Finish traditional tanning 2 weeks prior, or opt for a quick spray tan if you're short on time.
Hair, Nails, and Lashes: Schedule hair coloring 3-5 days before your photoshoot, and avoid last-minute drastic style changes. Freshen up nails 1-2 days prior, avoiding stick-ons. To enhance your eyes, consider lash extensions, booked 1-3 days ahead with a trusted expert, or have us apply strip lashes during your makeover.
Teeth whitening: If your smile is a concern, book an appointment with your dentist for a teeth whitening treatment or do it yourself with over the counter products 2-3 weeks before your photoshoot.
Remember, attention to these details will not only help with your confidence once you step in front of the camera, it will also help elevate the quality of your final images. Once I have these captures, I will then refine your images further with editing. The trick is getting your appearance as nice as possible without editing, and then further enhancing from this elevated starting point.
What to Wear for Boudoir Photos
Selecting the perfect outfit for boudoir photos can feel overwhelming. But with the right guidance, you'll be able to highlight your best features and diminish your most concerning insecurities. By choosing garments that boost your confidence, you’ll ensure better final images that will help you change the way you see yourself. For more information, dive into this indexed guide on boudoir lingerie ideas if you need help finding the perfect outfits for your boudoir photoshoot.
Where to Take Boudoir Photos
Selecting the right location for your boudoir photos can feel overwhelming given the multitude of choices. Commonly preferred spots include:
hotel rooms
your own home
outdoor settings
Airbnb/VRBO rentals
Using your home introduces a unique intimacy to boudoir photos. Aesthetically pleasing décor enhances images, but it's the artistry in lighting and decor arrangements that truly makes a difference.
Outdoor settings offer a distinct charm, but remember, a secluded space is ideal. It’s also important to remember that when considering Airbnb/VRBO, it's wise to prioritize quality and, if possible, rent from "superhosts".
For those wanting to stand out, thinking outside the box and finding unique locations can make your boudoir photos distinct. You can check out this boudoir location ideas post here to help generate more ideas for where to do your photoshoot.
The Best Way to Tone Up For Your Boudoir Photos
After thousands of hours of experience photographing hundreds of women, I’ve found that most women want to tone up before they’re photographed. Yet, many claim that they don’t have time, or even worse, they engage in methods that yield slow or subpar results
This post about how to tone up for your boudoir photo shoot will guide you to the most efficient ways to visually prepare for your session. The information in this post comes from my own personal experience implementing the habits of all the women whose bodies have inspired me over the years. In this post you’ll discover:
Reputable fitness coaches to consider if you need guidance
A weekly exercise schedule if you wish to follow my regimen
The key things you need to know about your die
Following the guidance of this post will help you tone up in the most efficient way possible leading up to your photoshoot. This plan doesn’t offer any quick fixes, but will instead give you a solid blueprint of all the habits women with exceptional bodies practice. With this plan, expect changes you’ll notice in your body in 30 days and changes others will comment on in 2-3 months.
“After our photo session, I felt sexy and confident. This was a life-changing experience for me. It has opened my eyes in so many ways. I feel empowered, in control of my fears, nerves, anxieties.”