From Inquiry to Product Delivery: What to Expect When You Book a Boudoir Session

So, you’re thinking about booking a boudoir session, but you're wondering what exactly happens from the moment you reach out until you get your gorgeous images in hand? Well, bestie, you’re in the right place! I’m here to break it all down for you, step-by-step, so you know exactly what to expect. Whether you're a first-timer or you've been daydreaming about doing this for years, let's take a little journey through the boudoir experience—my style. Spoiler alert: you’re in for one hell of a ride.

InformationalTara SmithNovember 25, 2024FAQ, Implied NudeComment

Why You Should Have a Boudoir Session

Boudoir photography is not just about getting dolled up and posing in some sexy lingerie (though, who doesn’t love a good lingerie moment?). It’s about reclaiming your power, rediscovering your confidence, and embracing your body for all that it is and all that it does.

InformationalTara SmithNovember 1, 2024Bondage Gear, Vintage Vixen, FAQ, Divulged Studio, Implied NudeComment

"WHY IS BOUDOIR PHOTOGRAPHY SO EXPENSIVE?" | KANSAS CITY BOUDOIR PHOTOGRAPHER

Can we talk about the elephant in the room for a second? MONEY is a topic many people tend to shy away from but I think it’s important to talk about. There are many misconceptions about boudoir and sometimes inquiring clients get sticker shock when I send them my pricing. I get it. We see posts all the time of our local photographer offering family sessions for as little as $100. So when I send you my price guide and there are 4 numbers before the decimal - it's shocking. However, I find that usually sticker shock comes from clients not being fully educated on what a boudoir session entails.

InformationalTara SmithFebruary 3, 2023Nashville, FAQComment

Should I get a wax before my boudoir photoshoot?

Body hair removal is totally at your discretion. Many babes in recent years have embraced their natural body and dropped the wax or razor, and as an inclusive studio, I support whatever makes you feel happy and confident!

InformationalTara SmithJuly 11, 2022FAQComment

How should I do my nails for my boudoir photoshoot?

During your session I will have you moving your hands around within a pose to achieve movement and emotion in your final gallery. I also love capturing tighter detail shots to create more intimacy. Some of these detail shots definitely include your fingers and toes, so we want to make sure they are photo ready as well.

InformationalTara SmithJuly 1, 2022FAQ, PreparationComment

Should I Tan Before my Boudoir Session?

We are fully in the thick of summer here in Kansas City….I mean ALL THESE 90-100 degree temps LATELY, whyyyyyyy?? With summertime comes, well, sun.

Let’s chat tanning shall we?! A question clients often have when booking a boudoir session is “Should I tan before my photoshoot?” Depending who you ask, you might get varying answers - so I’m sharing my opinion regarding the matter.

InformationalTara SmithJune 23, 2022Intimate Outdoor, FAQComment

Can you move your...ummm...thread?! | Periods and Boudoir Photoshoots

So what should you do if you start your period before your boudoir session?!

I encourage all clients to take their monthly friend into consideration when booking a session date to avoid issues down the road. However, if you are anything like me - while my periods are light - the timing is unpredictable. She kind of does her own thing and shows up when she feels like it - kind of like that friend or relative that pops in unannounced and usually at the worse possible time.

InformationalTara SmithMarch 23, 2022Nude, Calm and Chaos Workshop, FAQ, Bondage GearComment

LINGERIE LAUNDRY CARE TIPS | Kansas City Boudoir Photographer

Great lingerie is not only delicate, but it can be quite expensive. If you’ve invested in pieces you love and feel confident in, it’s important to know how to properly care for your garments to maintain quality and lengthen their life.

We have all ruined garments in the washer or dryer at least once in our life. And IT SUCKS! Our intimate wear is one of those categories of clothing that come with special handling instructions to make sure it lasts a long time. You want your lingerie to keep its shape and withstand wear after multiple washes.

InformationalTara SmithOctober 29, 2021Client Closet, FAQComment

FRIDAY FAVORITES - Where to Shop for Lingerie | Kansas City Boudoir Photographer

InformationalTara SmithMarch 26, 2021Wardrobe, FAQComment

She Didn't Show Up | Kansas City Boudoir Photographer

I know MANY clients consider cancelling their boudoir session the day of. Your nerves are through the roof. WHAT IN THE WORLD ARE YOU EVEN DOING?! Right? But take a deep breath. It is NORMAL to be nervous on session day. I honestly think it is part of the process in gaining confidence from the experience.

Client SessionsTara SmithFebruary 27, 2021Self Portrait, FAQComment

FRIDAY FAVORITES | Photoshoot props | Kansas City Boudoir Photographer

Often, especially around holidays, I have clients that want to incorporate personal props into their session. While generally I prefer to keep things more minimal with the focus on you - sometimes a prop just fits and adds that personal touch to your images. Here are my favorite props to include in your boudoir session.

InformationalTara SmithFebruary 19, 2021Props, FAQComment

FRIDAY FAVORITES - Luxury Photo Album Covers | Kansas City Boudoir Photographer

Informational, Product SpotlightTara SmithJanuary 29, 2021album, FAQComment

PRODUCT SPOTLIGHT - Custom Designed Luxury Albums

Your boudoir photoshoot is an amazing, transformative experience that is going to result in stunning art you will want to preserve and look back on for years to come. This means you are going to want to select the perfect products depending how you envision preserving your images. The first product in the Product Spotlight series is the Divulged fan favorite - Luxury Photo Albums!

Informational, Product SpotlightTara SmithJanuary 27, 2021product spotlight, album, FAQComment