August 29, 2011: August Exposure Up Close and Personal

While at August Exposure, I had the opportunity to do a shoot and had 20 of the attendees come along with me. The weather was unpredictable, in fact, at times it was down right torrential. Luckily I had planned several concepts in advance and decided to start shooting indoors.

The first concept was the human paper doll. This was an idea I came up with while in the States. I created the clothes from poster board using a thick sharpie. Our indoor location, while beautiful, was too new and pristine. We grabbed some old newspapers from the lobby and papered the wall and floor for this first concept.


Then we broke down our paper set and did a classic vintage boudoir shoot. Susan was such the wonderful model, channeling Clara Bow with a little Elizabeth Taylor.

I had to at least attempt to go outside. There was a quick break in the rain. We headed out and shot just enough before the rain started again. These were my favorites from the shoot.


It was such a fun experience shooting at the conference. I had some wonderful helpers (Lisa, Charmaine, Debbie, Michaela), makeup artist Rina and of course my model Susan. AE rocks!

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July 13, 2011: 70s Boudoir: Can You Dig It?

It was as if I had stepped back in time. Crumpled sheets cascading in a wave of orange and brown, polyester lingerie, amber glasses and even a Marie Osmond tee (oh yes she did). It was a scene worthy of a Leif Garrett poster.

Pop open a Tab, sit back and enjoy this 70s boudoir shoot. Right On!

MUA/Hair: Sarah Belle

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February 2, 2011: Happy February!

February is here; the month of romance and love. Here is a little boudoir from my latest Valentine's Day sessions to start your month off!

p.s. Boudoir sessions are available anytime of the year!

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July 26, 2010: Boudoir Outside, AKA channeling Liz Taylor

Most people know my fascination with old movies and movie stars. Elizabeth Taylor in Cat On A Hot Tin Roof, running around with a drink and a simple white slip, is one of those iconic images I can't forget. For my recent Boudoir session, I played on that, taking Boudoir out of the bedroom and outside on a hot southern afternoon.

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July 18, 2010: God Save The Queen: Boudoir That Rocks

When scheduling a boudoir shoot for Sarah, she replied, "I'm not really into girly stuff, how about a Sex Pistols t-shirt?". I loved the idea! We brainstormed and made use of those old mix tapes everyone has tucked away. Sarah, you rock!

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July 5, 2010: A New Look At Boudoir

Though growing in popularity, Boudoir photography has been around for quite sometime. It used to be seen mainly in Victoria's Secret catalogs but now women from all walks of life are embracing their bodies and becoming their own "supermodels". As a artist I strive to push the limits of boudoir, creatively expressing each woman's own femininity and confidence in a shoot that is unique to them. Nothing is more satisfying than to hear from a client, "Wow, I can't believe that is me!", followed by a big grin.

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