Our Mission!
Our mission at Chicago Boudoir Photography is to empower women through beautiful portraits. We help women celebrate their bodies, relationships and careers and to feel confident in all areas of their lives!
Our Mission in Action
Liz Hansen, photographs women of every age and life stage at the Chicago Boudoir Photography Studio.
Chicago Boudoir Photography Studio
Our studio is a welcoming, judgment-free space where women of all ages, shapes, and sizes are celebrated exactly as they are. From age 18 to 108, women come from every background and walk of life — but they all share one thing in common: a desire to embrace their beauty and power. Every portrait session is designed as a celebration of YOU — your story, your strength, and your one-of-a-kind confidence.
Liz Hansen TEDx Arlington Heights speaker — sharing the power of self-confidence and empowerment through boudoir photography.
TEDx Talk
At TEDx Arlington Heights, Liz Hansen had the honor of taking the stage to share a message that’s close to her heart: “Nudity Doesn't Have to Be Naughty.” Through Liz’s talk, she explored how society’s views on the female body can shape self-esteem and confidence, and how boudoir photography can help women reclaim their power and embrace their bodies unapologetically.
Liz Hansen shares her mission and educates others about boudoir photography.
Podcast Conversations
Liz has been invited to share her expertise on dozens of podcasts, speaking about body confidence, entrepreneurship, and the empowering art of boudoir photography. Through these conversations, she continues to spread the message that beauty is not defined by size, age, or societal standards — and that every woman deserves to feel powerful in her own skin.
Liz Hansen at a local Chicago small business networking event.
Supporting Local Businesses & Nonprofits
Empowering women means lifting up our community, too. Chicago Boudoir Photography proudly supports local organizations, women-led businesses, and creative entrepreneurs throughout the Chicagoland area. We’re active members of the Hubbard Woods Design District and the Winnetka-Northfield Chamber of Commerce, and we regularly donate to causes that align with our mission of empowerment and confidence.
Liz Hansen volunteers weekly at the WINGS Resale Shop in Niles, Illinois.
Domestic Violence Awareness
We believe empowerment must also include advocacy. Each October — and throughout the year — we partner with WINGS Program, Inc. to support survivors of domestic violence. From volunteering and hosting self-defense workshops to donating proceeds and raising awareness, we’re committed to creating a safer, stronger community for women everywhere.
Chicago Boudoir runs the online community of 10k+ local Chicago women - VIP Group for Empowered Women of Chicago
Online Community
Empowerment doesn’t stop at the studio. Chicago Boudoir Photography runs a private Facebook group, home to over 10,000+ local Chicago women, that creates space for connection, encouragement, and real conversations. It’s where we celebrate wins, share resources, lift each other up, and remind one another that we’re not alone on this journey.