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Why Trace Adkins Is My Spirit Animal
So I just found this music video, and I now believe Trace Adkins is my spirit animal. Can you relate to the woman in this video? Hair and a bun with an oversized shirt and yoga pants every day? Her husband (and others who love her) still see a side of her she can’t see…
Read MoreAll The Emotions Of Print Competition
When gearing up for print competition midnight the day before submissions are due When you’re up to your neck in competition edits and the deadline is approaching When the perfect ideas comes to you out of nowhere When you find the perfect model for your vision When your vision just isn’t coming together…
Read MoreSix Things You Can Do To Get The Most Out Of Your Wedding Vendors
Six Things You Can Do To Get The Most Out Of Your Wedding Vendors If you’re going to tip, tip early. It’s standard to tip someone at the end of the job based on how well they did, but if you want the most from your wedding vendors then tip early in the day. Tips…
Read More5 Tips To Really Enjoy Your Wedding Day
5 Tips To Really Enjoy Your Wedding Day Don’t Get Too Much Of A Plan In Your Head I couldn’t look at my wedding photos for six months after my wedding. If you’re reading this, it’s likely you’ve met me and seen my wedding photos; and they are beautiful! I realize that now, but for…
Read More9 Things You Wanted To Know About Boudoir, But Were Too Afraid To Ask
9 Things You Wanted To Know About Boudoir, But Were Too Afraid To Ask It’s Pronounced Boo-Dwar Pronounced bood-wa in French the translation means bedroom. It’s Really Not That Intimidating “That wasn’t as bad as I thought it would be. I actually felt really comfortable.” I hear this after every shoot. Corrective lighting and…
Read MoreToo Nervous For A Boudoir Shoot? Then Glamour May Be Right For You
What is a glamour shoot? Glamour photography is often compared in the glamour vs boudoir debate, since both styles highlight confidence and beauty. The main difference is that boudoir glamour photography often includes lingerie or intimate clothing, while a glamour session lets you showcase the same empowerment in jeans, a chic gown, or any outfit…
Read MoreTen Reasons You Should Have A Photoshoot
Ten Reasons You Should Have A Photoshoot Now 10 Reasons You Should: Get Out Of Your Comfort Zone and JUST DO IT! You’ll be really glad you did. You’re not getting any younger. I have women age 50+ come in all the time and tell me they wish they would have done this when…
Read MoreTrue Beauty
TRUE BEAUTY Lately I’ve been having this conversation about self-esteem with many women. Why as women are we so fixated on our appearance? If I had to take a guess, I would say it’s probably because men are such visual creatures. It is said that when a woman walks into a room, she will judge…
Read MoreEight Things You Should Look For When Selecting A Boudoir Photographer
You don’t want to be photographed by some creepy guy in his basement. 1. Know the location. It’s safest to choose a studio with a storefront location. Boudoir photo-shoots in a home or hotel can be shady unless you personally know the photographer. 2. Choose someone who makes you feel comfortable. Meet the photographer before…
Read More“I’m totally freaking out.” said nearly every woman I’ve ever photographed
“I’m totally freaking out!” said nearly every woman I’ve ever photographed. It’s ok; you’re normal. Unless you’re a professional model, you probably have a little apprehension about having a boudoir shoot and for most women that’s an understatement. You might be surprised to hear there is no such thing as a photogenic person. Being “photogenic”…
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