Who else should answer the question about WHEN to get a boudoir shoot than a boudoir photographer??? My tongue in cheek response would be YESTERDAY! Second choice would be TODAY and so on… However I understand that some people plan your life around important events!
Read MoreBut we’ve been connected to some of our connections for years and the interest for a relationship with these people is waning. Sometimes we just get an itch to simplify. Maybe we have an interest in limiting our sharing of personal information. Outside of deleting a social profile entirely, even just removing a few connections can give us that “Tidying up with Marie Kondo” rush.
Read MoreI was delighted to get some feedback from a gorgeous lady I got to shoot recently! It always feels great to hear that the shoot was a true success and that she indeed felt more empowered and more confidence. I really enjoyed shooting her, she was really a stunner!
Read MoreI received some great feedback from a recent client who gifted her shoot to her husband! It always feels great to hear that the shoot was a true success and that she indeed felt more empowered and more confidence. I really enjoyed shooting her, she was really a stunner!
Read MoreAuthenticity is a buzzword tossed around as a criteria for judging thing, and it resonates with the “Be Yourself” statement. What was my speech missing? Authenticity. Why don’t I like this particular piece of art? Lack of Authenticity. Why was that song so memorable? Authenticity.
Read MoreA significant number of us (humanity) have been in some form of containment since mid-March when pro-sports leagues, hotels and many businesses shut down quickly due to the COVID-19 epidemic. None of us have experience with any kind of shutdown like this and none of us have lived through any air-born pandemic. I send positive thoughts to those who are suffering directly from COVID!
Read MoreDo you suffer from “people pleaser syndrome”? Do you have a hard time saying “no” to people who request your help? Well, you’re probably a good person, but you may also feel walked on or used. You may feel overwhelmed and without enough time to do everything. People like this are often well liked by people around them, but internally, they are unhappy. I am a recovering people-pleaser :), but often fall back into bad habits.
Read MoreI thought it would be fascinating to see what people are looking for when they come to my website. Obviously this is pretty basic stuff for someone who does business of any kind online :)
I pulled from google analytics the top search 100 search terms where chicago-boudoir.com came up as a result and then made a word cloud! More fun for me than for you perhaps, but it’s a nice visualization
Read MoreClearly there are innumerable methods and channels where people can harass you. There can be a variety of motives, including romantic rejection, personal or professional rivalry or sometimes it’s even random. I’d say it’s likely that we’ll all suffer some form of this harassment as the internet becomes a bigger part of our lives in quarantine.
Read MoreI was so delighted to have June’s boudoir shoot giveaway winner, Kandis Draw, in the studio for her shoot! She was such a doll and really fun to get to know. She really rocked her shoot with her beauty and charisma. So I was looking forward to the moment when we got to see her prints! Of course she looked stunning but now she was in print and ready to display!
Read MoreThe Chicago Boudoir studio exists to empower women. I started this business because I felt like I could be a positive force for women! Our 100% female staff are focused on YOU and making your day unforgettable. You’ll find every encouragement and positivity every step of the way. Every woman walks out of the studio with new swagger and confidence.
Read MoreI can’t write a blog on just about any boudoir topic without acknowledging that doing a boudoir shoot can be a nerve-wracking experience! Of course I work with women who EXUDE confidence, but the vast majority of women that come in are extremely anxious that they won’t look good on camera. I firmly believe in the magic of boudoir photography and that every woman can look like a stunner.
Read MoreRead More'“Every word a woman writes changes the story of the world, revises the official version.”
—Carolyn See
Each summer we see bright summer colors replaced by the earth tones and darker colored lingerie pieces. I try to keep track of these sales for your benefit! Let me know if there are other brands I should track!
Read MoreThe 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.
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