I am here today writing about the do’s and don’ts for a boudoir shoot with me. This is to help your shoot go smoothly, These are things I have learned after years of photographing people. So let’s dive in:
Do before your shoot:
Get a good nights sleep. No amount of retouching can get rid of the look of exhaustion in your eyes or on your face. This is the most important thing on this list, Get your sleep on. This helps so much during your shoot.
Moisturize! Skin that looks good feels good, so whether or not your choose to do a full nude or not, we want your skin looking its best!!!
Bring it all!!! We need options for shoots, so I say bring it all. While one outfit may look great, another may not be so flattering. So pack a suitcase and bring it all! We will help you once you get to the studio pick out the best outfits for your shoot. Don’t forget your accessories!!!
Get a Mani and a pedi. This simple yet over looked thing can make or break a shot, if your don’t love how your feet and hands look, your not going to get that photo. So please do your nails or have them done a few days before your shoot.
Fill out the questionnaires!!! This one is huge, it helps us know what music you like so we can have it playing in the background for you. Also tells us what you have in mind for your shoot. It helps hair and makeup know what look to do for you as well.
Show up!!! Be early!!! To have the best experience ever you just need to show up, and be ready to be wowed! Leave the rest to me and my wonderful all woman team!! I dislike lateness and those who just don’t show up. Time wasting when not done if fun, isn’t fun for all.
Don’t before before your shoot:
No new hair cuts. If you don’t love your cut, you won’t love your photos. So make sure all new do’s are at least 2 weeks before your shoot, to allow for time to fix any mistakes before your shoot.
NO fake tans. If you want to be tan please do so at least 2 weeks before your shoot to allow for more natural coloring to come out. Fake tans look kinda fake, and orange on camera. I also love natural looking skin, as we are trying to capture your best self, not an orange self.
No Botox or collagen injections a week before your shoot. Cosmetic surgery is not natural in appearance, to me. So please to these things at least 2 weeks before your shoot, so the effects look more natural to the camera.
No negative self- talk allowed once on the set!!! Period, negative self talk will not be tolerated in my studio! We want you to see your best self, not all the things you want to change, we aim to show you right now how perfect you are. We focus on loving th body your in and body acceptance.
Love yourself More!!!! You are worth it!!!