Maternity Boudoir
I know what you may be thinking. “Is this a real thing??” The answer to that is, ABSOLUTELY! Is your body in the “ideal” perfect shape? No. But in my opinion, the fact that you are caring a human inside of you does in fact mean that it IS in the perfect shape! Women were […]
A Boudoir Session – Is It Worth the Investment?
One of my absolute favorites when it comes to my work is the sense of joy and satisfaction my clients display while looking at their finished images. A sense of awe, a disbelief at how gorgeous they are. “Wow, is it really me?”- they often ask. And this in and of itself is usually the […]
Top 3 Reasons Why You Should Have a Boudoir Session.
There are countless reasons why every woman should consider a boudoir session at least once in a lifetime. Today, I want to focus on three of them that seem the most significant to me. Yes, boudoir can be fun and yes, it makes a wonderful gift but sometimes it has more depth to it than […]
Body Positive and How Boudoir Can Help You Improve Your Relationship with Your Body
Some of you may be familiar with the body positivity movement. Although it dates back to 1960s, the actual term “body positive” emerged in the mid-1990s when a therapist working with eating disorder patients attempted to shift their focus off their body weight and gear it toward acceptance. The body positivity movement initially focused on […]
Boudoir Photography and the Art of Storytelling.
Few years ago, when I started my journey as a boudoir photographer all I wanted to be was a good photographer. Simple as that. I wanted to have the skills to capture images that my clients would like and cherish. I signed up for numerous classes and workshops, learned about lighting, improved my technical abilities […]
Outfit Ideas for a Boudoir Session
Questions about a perfect outfit are probably the most common ones I get asked. My answer is always the same – a perfect outfit is the one that makes you feel sexy, attractive and content. You may look at boudoir images for inspiration, but ultimately the outfit you choose must complement your vision of the […]
Chicago Maternity Photo Shoot – A Winter Edition in Millennium Park
Long before I became pregnant with my daughter Mila, I had envisioned a perfect maternity session for myself. In my mind, I created a picture of an idyllic landscape, rich in flowers and lavish greenery with a floral wren and flowing dress. When I found out I was expecting and my daughter was due in […]
Strength of a Warrior. Regaining Self-Confidence During Infertility.
Those of you who have worked with me or followed my blog know that I love stories. And if I can tell the story using the lens of my camera, my work becomes that much more meaningful. Even though the common perception is that I photograph “naked ladies” as some have described it… Not many […]
A Luxury Experience of Boudoir.
This recent holiday season has given me some opportunities to pause and reflect on some truly important things. One of them was shopping and the meaninglessness of this act. Just like many of us, I spent hours and hours before Christmas looking for things my loved ones would like and appreciate. The emphasis here is […]
How to Find the Right Fit – Chicago Boudoir Photography
Boudoir photography is growing in popularity. Each day there are new ads advertising this increasingly trendy genre. Chicago itself has an impressive number of photographers offering their skills and experience in capturing female beauty and sensuality. On one hand, it is wonderful that clients have a lot of options to choose from. On another hand, […]
