Let’s talk boudoir.

Boudoir photography has been an artform since literally the invention of cameras. Still, there’s a

bit of confusion surrounding the topic, so I wanted to take a second to dispel some myths and tell

you exactly what boudoir photography is. In short: it’s a series of tasteful, artful sensual images

— usually of a woman, but sometimes of a couple or a man.

Different forms of boudoir photography exist both in terms of style/approach and level of nudity.

As is the case with any photography, it’s important to seek a photographer whose style matches

with your personal aesthetic. For example, some specialize in high contrast black and white images,

while others prefer a moody and darker style, and some take a light and airy or rich, color-dense approach.

Most boudoir photographers leave it to the client to decide how much skin is exposed during the session.

(And I will be up front, I truly feel that ALL photographers should leave this up to YOU, the client.)

Some clients walk in ready, or almost ready, to bare all, and the images are shot in a way that’s creative,

classy, and genuinely artful. Other clients prefer to do a lingerie session which can be just as

provocative and sensual. While others prefer to go a flirty, less exposed route — maybe they wear

an oversized sweater, a sport’s jersey, or her partner’s shirt. (In the end, I find that most of my clients do a

mix of all of the above during their session.)

Boudoir photography runs the gamut and creating a customized experience with your photographer is part of the fun!