10 Things Boudoir Clients WANT to know.
While every south Alabama woman is unique in their beautiful way, we are all the same when it comes to Boudoir Photography. If you're a first timer, like most of the women I see at the Hello Boudoir studio, this is completely out of your wheel house. And that alone is going to stir up a lot of questions. I answer the same questions all day, and if these things are swirling around in your head, you're going to love this top ten list.
1. It's OKAY to be Nervous.
Its ok to be nervous. In fact, I think it's the perfect place to be! Nervousness mean you are outside your comfort zone. Do you know exactly where all the fun stuff happens in life? You got it – outside your comfort zone!! That’s where growth, adventure and self discovery thrive. Embrace your nervousness, I promise they won’t last long in our South Alabama Studio.
2. No Judgement here.
My staff and I are not judging (or even really looking) at your body. I know that sounds crazy, but it's true. As photographers – that is NOT our job. Our job is to rock posing, lighting, and capturing emotion. So yes although we truly do SEE you, and NO, we aren’t picking you apart. We are actually always striving to photograph the best of you and reflect all that beauty and love back to you in amazing portraiture.
3. You don't have to Lose 5 Pounds.
You don’t have to lose 5 pounds or even 10 pounds to book a shoot. Here’s a tip girls - Wardrobe Selection is key!! With the proper wardrobe, you are giving Hello Boudoir the ability to pose you any way they would like. By posing you properly, Daphne Ellenburg will always make you look as good as you look in real life, if not better! Seriously. And do yourself a favor – Get the girls measured!! Most women are wearing the wrong bra size. The proper bra size makes you look firmer, trimmer and way hotter than you ever thought possible. Oh and by the way… your period isn’t an excuse to cancel a shoot – a little bloat doesn’t really show on camera. And besides, who doesn't need a little pick me up on period week anyway.
4. Photoshop is NOT a magic wand.
No, Hello Boudoir can’t just photoshop that out. Well, Daphne does have some magical Photoshop skills and ok yes, there are somethings we can photoshop out – like that little tattoo you got one drunk night when you were 19. Maybe that can easily be removed it's the tiny secret tattoo kind, but if it covers your whole back, maybe not. While we can turn back time for you, we're not going to time travel more than 10 years. Talk to your photographer about their photoshop policies and your requests before you book in!
5. I can't guarantee comfort, but I can guarantee amazing portraits.
Trust me, the more it hurts the better it looks. A lot of photographers bill a boudoir photo shoot as a fun and super sexy day in which you will be pampered. It sounds almost like a spa day. I am here to tell you that even though you WILL feel amazing, it is a lot of work in the studio. Daphne Ellenburg is going to pose you and make you wear uncomfortable shoes and underwear - hey, you brought them.. Your back will be sore, you might have blisters on your feet… but trust me when I tell you it’s worth it. Every bit. Even though it might feel weird, trust me, when we pose you. Hello Boudoir's expertise is what you are paying for! Daphne will pose you right down to your fingertips to ensure that you have the best portraits. You will love the way you look in front of our camera.
6. Who's this shoot for anyway?
Even though you come into our South Alabama studio saying “it’s for him”, it’s also for YOU. Most women book boudoir shoots as a gift for someone else. The truth is, the boudoir portrait experience is all for you! The amazing portraits are the souvenir. Embrace the experience. Embrace all the feelings that come along with it. Look back at the delicious album Daphne creates for you and remember how incredible you felt that day. You deserve this gift too. Maybe even more.
7. These sessions are not just for Women.
When you think of boudoir photography, you almost always thing about women, but I'm here to tell you - send us your man. Men want to return the favor, especially if you gave him a collection of your portraits. We don't photograph as many South Alabama men as we do women, but they are out there and we love to help them create something thoughtful and super sexy for you.
8. We love sharing your gorgeous Portraits.
It stinks when I can’t share your photos. I am going to help you plan this amazing life changing experience and take really gorgeous images of you, and it SUCKS when I can’t share them. I mean how can I build this amazing business when I can’t share my work? It’s not easy – trust me. Even with that said, I will still completely respect your privacy. If you don’t sign a model release (most clients still do), I will not share your photos without your permission and I will not hold it against you. Keep in mind there a lot of different levels of sharing, but your happiness is the most important thing in the world to me. That said, we love when you tell other people in your life how awesome we are. Hello Boudoir is built on referrals and trust. If you love and trust us, please tell someone! P.S. Daphne loves you too.
9. Size and Age are just numbers.
Size or age doesn’t matter to us in the least. We do not care if you are a size 3 or a size 33. 24 years old or 86 years old. For this studio, all we want is for all women to celebrate their unique beauty confidently. That truly means ALL women. Don’t put boundaries on yourself just because you “think” it’s not for you or you don't personally know anyone who has been in front of Daphne's camera. That is just your mind playing tricks on you. You are going to LOVE your session with Hello Boudoir.
10. Daphne is going to Rock you.
Be prepared, this boudoir session could be a life changer. You think you are booking a regular boudoir photo shoot for fun or for a gift. And you are - However, there is a seriously incredible side effect to this experience. Often women we photograph will realize their potential. They will see their secret powers. They will their true worth in every molecule of their body. They will get in touch with feelings they repressed or even forgot about a long time ago. These feelings open up their minds and their worlds. It gives them power to come ALIVE. The permission to go after what they want in life. To get out of bad relationships, to apply for that new jobs, to travel, to fall in love… The possibilities are endless. This is not just a boudoir photo shoot. It’s a life experience.
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