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This October, Chicago Boudoir Photography turned empowerment into action — raising $2,079 for WINGS Program, Inc., hosting a women’s self-defense class, and shining a light on survivors through storytelling and community. Owner Liz Hansen also volunteers weekly at the WINGS Resale Shop, continuing her hands-on commitment to helping women find safety, confidence, and hope. Because when women support women, change happens. 💜

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Once you start that journey to empowerment, it becomes second nature to know how to deal with shame. Before you know it, you’ll want to try even more ways to celebrate your body.

In this heartfelt episode of the Free to Be Mindful podcast, Liz Hansen of Chicago Boudoir joins therapist Vanessa De Jesus Guzman to explore how mindfulness, self-love, and boudoir photography come together as acts of healing and empowerment.

Join me on the Empowerography Podcast with Brad Walsh for a powerful and deeply personal conversation about confidence, body image, and redefining empowerment for women. We explore how boudoir photography can be a transformative act of self-love—and why nudity isn’t naughty.

This October, I hosted a Women’s Self-Defense class at Alpha Krav Maga Compound in Northbrook, IL in honor of Domestic Violence Awareness Month. Ten amazing women came together for a day of strength, confidence, and empowerment — learning real-life skills from Master George Buruian while having a ton of fun in a supportive, welcoming environment.

After booking a boudoir session for myself, I experienced a transformation so powerful I turned it into my life’s mission. In this interview with That Entrepreneur Show, I reveal the hurdles, breakthroughs, and strategies I used to scale a million-dollar boudoir studio—and how you can do the same. Dive in for candid insight on pricing, confidence, client experience, and staying resilient when the road gets rocky.

In this inspiring Write Your Own Story interview, Chicago Boudoir Photography founder Liz Hansen shares how boudoir can help women reclaim confidence, visibility, and self-worth at any age. Discover why confidence — not perfection — is the sexiest thing you can wear.

Sometimes women feel a little sticker shock when they hear about the standard boudoir pricing in the professional industry. You might be tempted to save some money and try to pull off a DIY photoshoot. Unfortunately, this well-intentioned budget “hack” often backfires. Here’s why:

Liz Hansen joins Maraya Brown on The Women’s Vibrancy Code podcast to talk about self-love, sensuality, and the power of boudoir photography to help women reconnect with their confidence at every age and stage of life.

Liz Hansen joins Raven O’Neal on Hacking the Patriarchy for a powerful conversation about confidence, beauty, and redefining empowerment. Listen in as they discuss body image, vulnerability, and how boudoir photography helps women see their true strength.

I sat down with Chelsea Hays on the Hanging with Hays Podcast to talk about body neutrality, self-love, and how boudoir photography can help women reclaim their confidence. Listen to hear bold stories and empowering insights!

This October, Chicago Boudoir Photography is going beyond awareness to take action for Domestic Violence Awareness Month. In a powerful conversation with entrepreneur and WINGS board member Tracey Mayer, we explore how women can support survivors, create change, and build a stronger, safer community — together.

Most women walk into a boudoir session nervous — and walk out seeing themselves in a whole new way. In my conversation with the Feminine Alchemy podcast, we dive into redefining your relationship with your body, challenging beauty standards, and why sexy is a vibe, not a size.

I was recently featured on The Freely YOU Podcast with Sarah Heredia! We dive into self-acceptance, body neutrality, and why nudity doesn’t have to be naughty—plus tips to feel confident in your own skin. Listen to the full episode to hear real stories and advice for every woman.

October is Domestic Violence Awareness Month, and we're turning our platform into one of empowerment, action, and awareness. Join us at Chicago Boudoir Photography for $99 boudoir sessions benefiting WINGS, a women's self-defense class, and access to local resources for survivors.