Suzanne reached out to me after thinking about a boudoir session for a long time. (This is actually super common -- often, clients have been thinking about doing a boudoir session for months or even years before they feel ready to reach out to me!) She loved the idea of boudoir photography and was at a point in her life where she felt really good in her body and was ready to document it.
Read MoreEven though she’d had uncomfortable experiences with photography in the past, “K” wanted to do a boudoir session as a way to celebrate her own personal journey! She was getting ready to celebrate a special birthday and wanted to do something just for herself, which I really love.
Read MoreI’ve found that many folks feel a bit unsure what the options are when considering how much skin they’ll be revealing during their boudoir session. My goals for this blog post are to 1) emphasize that however much skin or little skin you choose to show, your portraits will be BEAUTIFUL, and 2) help you feel as unafraid and excited for your boudoir session as possible!
Read MoreReady for a seriously cool, empowered, self-loving session? I can’t wait to introduce “Z” to you today.
Read MoreAfter learning about boudoir photography from a past client of mine, Jess reached out to me with the idea to do a boudoir session as a way of commemorating a new season of her life. She was ready to do something special for herself to celebrate the new, exciting things on the horizon for her!
Read MoreI’m so excited to introduce you to the two-person Illuminate Boudoir team today! Boudoir photography can feel really intimate, and I always think it's important for clients to know that the folks behind the camera and computer are real people who are here to support and cheer you on!
Read MoreHello, friends! I’m so excited to share a few photos from “E’s” boudoir session with you today. “E” is getting married soon and felt that doing a boudoir session would both be fun for her and a really lovely wedding gift for her fiancé — but by the end of her session, she ended up falling in love with the photos herself!
Friends, I have something really special to share with you today: the story of an incredibly beautiful, meaningful maternity session.
Read MoreHello, friends! I’m so excited to introduce you to Amanda today and share some of her incredible outdoor personal branding portraits.
Read MoreI’m so honored to get to introduce you to Laura today and to share a few photos from her really special, self-honoring session. To Laura, doing a boudoir session was a way to intentionally take time to create joy and beauty.
Read MoreI thought that today I'd give you a little peek into my boudoir session process during covid - I'll share what I'm doing to keep boudoir sessions safe (and what things will continue even as our world opens back up).
Read MoreHello, friend! I’m so excited to introduce you to Rebecca today and share a few photos from her super joyful boudoir session.
Read MoreI am delighted to introduce you to Lisa today! Lisa’s story is full of growth, vulnerability, and confidence. She talks about ways she’s pushed herself and learned to love and honor her body. Here are her words.
Read MoreI am so excited to introduce you to Cat today! Cat tells her story of healing and growth through trauma with wisdom and self-reflection. I love how she speaks about her journey with a sense of gentle acceptance and love for herself. Here are her words.
Read MoreI am so excited to introduce you to “A” today! “A” tells her story of changing careers and the accompanying challenges in a sincere, self-reflective way. She also speaks about the importance of being goofy! Here are her words.
Read MoreI am so honored to introduce you to Roisen today! Roisen speaks beautifully and honestly about being gender fluid. She shares her story with an open heart and compassion for others. Here are her words.
Read MoreI’m excited to introduce you to “M,” the next participant in the “In Their Own Skin” series! “M’s” story is full of wisdom and self-love! Some content may be challenging to read for those who have experienced sexual assault. “M” speaks about her journey to healing with compassion, strength, and grace. Here are her words.
Read MoreToday I get to introduce you to Rachel, the next participant in the “In Their Own Skin” series! Rachel reflects on the things she’s gained in her life over the last five years in a really awesome, thoughtful way. Her portraits radiate with so much inner strength and power! Here are her words.
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