I just did an amazing boudoir photo shoot with a very reluctant client who was persistent to "losing just 10lbs" before she can book a boudoir session. Finally, after some time, she realized she wanted to embraced the way she looks now, not when she loses weight and it got me thinking: why do I love doing boudoir photography? There is no doubt that boudoir shoots are some of my favorite to do, but why? I rarely get to share the photos I take, given their private nature, so it isn’t for bragging rights or publicity. A lot of work goes into creating a successful boudoir shoot – choosing a theme, going back and forth (and back and forth!) with reluctant and self-conscious clients who are doubting their reasoning for doing the shoot, creating the perfect lighting during the shoot, and getting the right mix of sexy and tasteful: it isn’t an easy style of photography to do. So what makes it all worth it for me? 1) I get to see clients transform from shy and unsure to confident sexpots in the span of a few hours. 2)Clients trust me when they are at their most vulnerable, and that’s a big deal! 3) Laughing about wardrobe malfunctions. 4) I get to say ridiculous things like: “Can you just hold your one boob up like this?” or “Do you mind if I put a sock in there?” or “Just pretend you’re taking a selfie.” 5) I get to make clients feel stunning – professional hair and makeup isn’t a luxury people usually afford themselves, so they are always floored by the results. 6) I get ideas for cute lingerie. 7) The “Oh my god, is that really me?!” reaction: priceless. 8) Prancing around in your underwear has a way of bringing people together – I end up having just as much fun as my clients. 9) The number of times I hear “Wow my ____ looks amazing!” after they see a shot. 10) No one ever leaves the shoot feeling fat, or gross, or anything but beautiful – regardless of how they felt when they walked in. Boudoir photography is sexy, fun, and empowering: who wouldn’t love doing it?!
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Paige CodyI love chi tea lattes, cats, wine & long walks on the beach. Stacey LaviI love my dog, laughing & meeting wonderful people!
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