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 […]
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, […]
Chicago Fitness Boudoir. Another Reveal of Intimate Photography.
In my previous posts I touched upon the topic of variety among boudoir sessions. No two sessions are the same. They are all very unique and arranged for according to clients preferences and level of comfort. Looking at my blog you can see the different character and ambiance of photographs. Some of them are very […]
Boudoir Photo Shoot – WHY NOT!
I recently asked a friend of mine if she would be interested in having a boudoir session. Mind you, she is a busy woman in her mid-forties, a mother of three kids with a plethora of everyday responsibilities that often leave her without a breath not to mention any time for luxury or self-care. I […]
A Gift for Her – Perfect Birthday, Wedding or Anniversary Gift.
Inspired by a recent conversation with one of my male friends, I decided to forever resolve doubts regarding whether a man should purchase a boudoir session as a gift for his loved one. During a social gathering, my friend bashfully asked me if I thought it was a good idea for him to book a […]
Fine Art Nude Photography. The Many Faces of Boudoir.
Boudoir photography has many faces and depending on the photographer, it can have a different mood, energy and style. The client always drives the dynamic of the session by defining their own level of comfort and ease. In other words, the client decides how comfortable they feel in front of the camera and what kind […]