What really goes on at a boudoir shoot?

It’s very rare that I photograph a woman who isn’t nervous for her shoot….all the way through getting ready and getting into the first outfit. But I can guarantee you, by the time we’ve finished the first set of poses (usually about 5 minutes in) - they’re gone and she usually goes….

“Oh this is quite fun!”

Because it’s one thing to book a photoshoot and another to turn up for it (and yes there are people who don’t turn up). It’s a vulnerable experience, but when done right…is such an incredible one…and I know this first hand, because I had a bad one and it broke my confidence!

Do your research….

Stalk their instagram, watch their stories, interact with them, send them a message, see who your friends have used and get a recommendation….see how they make you feel. Ask yourself, “Do I see women like me on their socials and website? Do I like the look of their images?” and if you don’t keep searching.

Don’t be afraid to ask ask about pricing! Everyone has a budget, or something they feel comfortable with and many photographers offer payment plans.

When you arrive

We will take a look at your outfit choices and get everything hung up. Sometimes we’ll make selections if you’ve brought a few extra pieces, but this can be done over WhatsApp too. Then the fun begins - it’s time to sit with one of my incredible professional Make-Up Artists. All of my ladies are bridal trained, which means they can give a beautiful flawless finish but also adjust the rest of the look to you and your preferences. You’ll get to have a little look and make any adjustments you want.

If you’ve arrived with your hair up and in curls, you’ll be able to finish off and then slip into your first outfit of the session.

Your Shoot

The actual shoot length is about an hour long, sometimes a little less and sometimes a little more. It can be longer if you’ve opted for a specialist shoot or have add on’s, but you’ll know all about this from our discussions before. Now…I won’t lie…it will feel like a workout, because your image’s are all you! There’s no body editing done in the background, you can see the back of my camera and THAT is what you look like. Which is why boudoir and empowerment shoots are such a transformative thing to do, you see yourself in a different light and go “HOLY SHIT…THAT’S ACTUALLY ME!”

Here’s a series of images from just one shoot with the gorgeous Rebeca:

After your session

The change you see in yourself from walking in the door to walking out of it is INSANE! You don’t realise how much fun you can have rolling around in your underwear, until you do it! At this point, it’s time for a snack…and yes they’re on hand. Chocolate orange mini cookies are the current fave!

You’ll get previews within 24 hours and your full gallery viewing will be within the next 2-3 weeks. This will also be your ordering appointment/opportunity (which is entirely your choice), where you can treat yourself to beautiful prints or albums.