The Basque is a version of a traditional corset. Like many pieces of lingerie, it’s origin is French by way of the Basque region of Spain. The Basque bodice was either a corset or bodice that constricted the waist and extended over the waistline to the top of the hips.
Read MoreThe Babydoll is a version of a traditional nightgown that was made short in response to fabric shortages during World War. It’s essentially a nightdress that is cut at the upper thigh and worn with a panty.
Read MoreI hope you trust Chicago Boudoir Photography for your boudoir experience. I have worked for years to provide a day worth remembering for my clients. Whether it’s your first time shooting boudoir or you’re looking to celebrate a milestone, I can guarantee I will be the best boudoir photographer for you!
Read MoreYou know it when you see it—the natural smile. It’s hard to describe, hard to imitate but easy to recognize. If you’re one of those people who really struggles smiling naturally on camera you may have some apprehension about ever paying for photography. Well, you’re not a lost cause! A natural smile can be learned. It might take some work and some practice but you can get there.
Read MoreAll of the time I get clients coming in to have boudoir photos taken before they have their first baby. I always invite them to return once they get pregnant to show off that baby bump! There is something very tender, vibrant and sexy about the pregnant body! It’s perfect for boudoir.
Read MoreNow a good black and white photo has to start with a great photo! I take all images in color first before making the decision to convert to black and white. I may decide to do a monochromatic (single color) look and use blue for the single color rather than black; that would be impossible if I hadn’t started with a color image.
Read MoreThe process of the shoot can be very educational. My process very like the process a supermodel goes through in each fashion shoot. Clients are styled by a professional and then they are coached by a photographer/creative director to achieve the vision. After the shoot is completed, the images are processes and packaged for the format they will be shared on. The ladies that come through now understand everything that goes into creating the beautiful images seen in fashion magazines.
Read MoreThe ancient Greek women were the first to wear lingerie and bras so that women could have support while playing sports.
Read MoreI could go through a list of the costs of the studio we shoot in, the equipment I use, the high quality prints and albums that you receive, however, in the end that doesn’t really matter. What matters is that my clients, YOU, unanimously have wonderful experiences. I’ll outline a bit of the value you’ll receive from working with me.
Read MoreWe could all use a little “pick me up” on a regular basis. Especially about feeling beautiful. Even ladies who are perfect tens need to feel loved and appreciated. Here are a few quotes to brighten your day.
Read MoreIt seems like the majority of clients who come in have tattoos now. Often times these ladies have booked a shoot specifically to highlight some new ink they just got. Though I personally don’t have any tattoos myself, I can see that they can really add a cool look to a shoot. I have a few tips for any lady who comes in hoping to highlight their beautiful tattoos:
Read MorePart of the excitement for me is about how much I enjoyed my wedding and all of the pomp and ceremony that went with it. It was MY big day! I get all of this vicarious joy out of reliving the experience again through their eyes.
Read MoreI’m very interested in the history of boudoir imagery, and the source of some of the iconic looks we all have in mind but don’t know exactly why they are familiar. There have been some particularly influential historic characters who have influenced the boudoir look, and I’ve highlighted a few. Have I missed any?
Read MoreI can speak with experience: you are never too old for a boudoir shoot, there are gorgeous women of every age who have had amazing shoots with me. For a successful shoot, it’s all about confidence and personality! Women in their 40s carry these qualities in spades. Nothing ages better than a great personality. This is not to diminish the real physical beauty of these 40-somethings that worked with me.
Read MoreWhenever I introduce myself to anyone, I usually describe myself as a boudoir photography. One of the most common reactions I get from women is “I’d love to do a boudoir shoot after I lose weight!” While I am totally on board with treating a boudoir shoot as a reward for hitting a fitness goal, I also think women default to the “…after I lose weight.” excuse far too often.
Read MoreSimply amazing! Every woman should make it a priority to do this kind of a photo shoot. Do it for yourself! I left there floating on cloud 9!! I had no idea I could feel that way about seeing pictures of myself. Liz was kind, easy to talk to, and an expert at making you look gorgeous!! I cannot express how positive this photo shoot was for me.
Read MoreOne specific request I get occasionally is to share some information about inexpensive lingerie, which I’m happy to do. I’ve recently found Amazon to be a good source for inexpensive lingerie. Inexpensive is sometimes a nice term for “cheap”, or “comes apart in the laundry”. For the purposes of intimate lingerie for a photo shoot, that might be the only time it ever gets worn! If it gets worn more often than that it probably doesn’t stay on long (wink).
Read MorePhotographers are all well versed in the tools of retouching. It’s just a fundamental tool of the trade. Retouching means different things to different people. I think to a photographer, the spectrum of what “retouching” or “photoshopping” is a lot wider than non-photographers generally understand. For instance, sometimes I fix something as simple as a freckle or a flyaway hair. Some non-photographers immediately think of photoshopping as adding UFOs to an image.
Read MoreI really enjoy when my clients do themed shoots to bring out their personality. This client was a huge Harry Potter fan but clearly was aligned with House Slytherin. There definitely was something DARK about this shoot.
Read MoreI love working as a boudoir business, it’s a truly empowering and rewarding industry. However, there are still challenges to working as a boudoir photographer, and most of those challenges center on misconceptions around what “boudoir” actually is. The “taboo” nature of shooting intimate photography makes it difficult to dispel all of the misunderstandings because people just can’t bear to discuss it!
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