At its core, "The Four Agreements" is about learning to break free from the limiting beliefs and expectations of society, and embracing your true self. This is a message that resonates deeply with me as a boudoir photographer, as I see firsthand the impact that societal pressure can have on a person's self-esteem and body image.
Read MoreRemember these Self Portraits I shared last October over on social media?! This amped up Sex Swing Set was the theme for last years Halloween Limited Edition Sessions. I loved the simple spooky vibe it gave without being overly themed.
The thing is, I loved this set so much, I regularly come back to it any time a client wants to really “Sex Up” the Sex Swing! Many clients don’t realize before coming into the studio just how versatile my sets can be!
HERE ARE 2 WAYS WE CAN INSTANTLY ADD MORE HEAT TO ANY BOUDOIR PHOTOSHOOT SET
Read MoreNOW - YOU KNOW I WASN’T GOING TO BOOK THIS FUN ASS ROOM AND NOT TAKE SELF PORTRAITS! SINCE I DROVE TO NASHVILLE, I MAY HAVE OVER PACKED IN THE WARDROBE DEPARTMENT AND ENDED UP PHOTOGRAPHING 3 DIFFERENT LOOKS IN THE ROOM.
Read MoreNow offering Exclusive Limited Edition Creative Phootshoots every month of 2023 in my rural Kansas City Studio. January’s theme includes fun lighting and metallic fringe curtains to help add a little sparkle to your New Year!
Read MoreI turn off my inner critic by acknowledging it and actively fighting against it. REGULARLY. I’m not perfect and I don’t love every part of myself - and THAT’S OK! When I feel down about one area, I acknowledge the feeling, and then don’t give it another ounce of my mental energy - usually by diversion or distraction. I may not love my boobs, but I do love my eyes, my smile, and my creative mind. So I think about that instead. Seems so simple really. And honestly, over the last 5ish years, it has gotten much easier than it started out. Practice makes perfect right?
Read MoreI couldn’t decide if I wanted to do a shower theme for April or a 420 theme…and then I remembered I’m an adult and can smoke a bong in the shower if I want to. So here we are!
Read MoreI was so excited to try out this gold foil concept for March’s self portrait session. I’ve had this saved in my inspiration folder for ohhhh several years now but just hadn’t tackled it yet. March was the perfect opportunity to give it a go for a nod to St. Patrick’s day without being too obvious about it. I love the combination of green and gold!
Read MoreIt is nerve wracking to strip naked in front of someone else, let alone knowing there will be photos taken. I totally get it. But that is precisely why you should do it. Something powerful happens when you let your guard down and are vulnerable in a safe space with someone you can trust. Someone that is not going to make you feel less than. But instead is going to hype you the fuck up and make you feel seen and empowered. A person that is going to stand next to you in your most vulnerable, insecure state and instead of criticizing says “YOU’RE A BAD BITCH!” Let me be that person for you.
Read MoreI tell my clients all the time that the best time to do a boudoir session is when you aren’t feeling your best. And this week I practiced what I preach and was reminded just how powerful a session can be for your confidence.
These images still aren’t exactly what I hoped for - and I’m admittedly still a little butt hurt that my inspo didn’t work out. But I love them all the same. I feel beautiful and fierce when I look at them. And that is exactly the point of everything I hope to achieve in my business.
Read MoreI have been hoarding the remnants of this silver party backdrop since my Boudiebassador Kick Off Party towards the beginning of the year to use in a set. Honestly, I hope to shoot with it some more this year. I am IN. TO. IT. That party really inspired this entire set to kick off the year. I hope you are into sparkles because I piled that shit on - down to the 3 different highlighters I used on my face! I wanted to set the general tone for the year right off the bat.
BOLD
OVER THE TOP
AND A LITTLE BIT WEIRD
Read MoreWe got an adult swing in the studio…. a leather swing…..fuck it, sex swing. It’s a sex swing. I never know what to call it on social media to avoid getting flagged or banned - so we just say THE swing. tehehe
I CANNOT WAIT to photograph you in this beautiful thing! Until then, you know I had to test it out myself first! I really wish I would have recorded behind the scene video of me trying to capture these self portraits. It was NOT as glamorous, sexy, or coordinated as it appears from the final images. Those that have had a session with me know how this goes. It RARELY feels as good as it looks. BAHAHAHA
Read MoreI am totally digging the wood filled cabin aesthetic paired with the warmth from the chandelier above the table at our condo in Keystone, Colorado. Equally as pleased with myself for bringing along the mustard velvet bodysuit from the client closet. I knew it was going to play well with the atmosphere here!
Read MoreThis self portrait boudoir session was so much fun! it’s odd seeing images of myself before my sleeve was complete! i ordered these vibrant playboy x loveiswise official bunny ears from the “playboy pride is good campaign” in collaboration with the trevor project. i love the bright and punchy colors and really played off of that for my wardrobe and set choice!
Read MoreI 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.
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