During the first few months of 2019, I collected stories of Self Love from all of the AMAZING, brave and compassionate women I’ve photographed. Their words have truly inspired me. I knew right away that their words and gorgeous boudoir photos deserved to be seen in print. So here it is. 🙂 I still have […]

The date is set! I’m excited to announce that my Self Love Boudoir Event will be taking place on Sunday, April 7. This is your invitation. Read on for all of the details and be the first to book your Boudoir Session. — The Event Details — Sunday, April 7 1 Hour Boudoir Photo Shoot […]

For the last 3 years, I’ve been hosting Boudoir Marathon Events in Chicago and I’ve had SO. MUCH. FUN. working with you guys! When I announce these events, one of the question I am always asked is “What the heck is a Boudoir Marathon anyway?!” It’s a great question and I’m going to answer it […]

What does Self Love mean to you? Self love means taking care of yourself, showing yourself grace when you need it, and striving to love the skin you’re in. These photos of me were taken 6 months postpartum after my body had been through a lot. I wanted to honor myself in the place I […]

As a wedding photographer, I work with brides regularly for their boudoir photo sessions. My brides come to me wanting to do a boudoir session for themselves, but with the added bonus of giving their fiance a wedding gift that he’ll never forget. If you are exchanging pre-nuptial gifts the day of your wedding, boudoir […]

My husband was SO surprised — and sort of confused! He didn’t realize it was a thing people did. But once he got over that, he turned the pages in quiet reverie and gave the sincerest thank you I have ever received from him. He knows I’m not always confident about my body or looks. […]

What does Self Love mean to you? C: Self Love means accepting yourself as a perfectly imperfect person.

Today, I have a treat for you guys! Joanna B Artistry is here with tips on how to make sure your skin looks and feels AMAZING for your boudoir photos. Having your makeup done for your boudoir session is essential.  A professional makeup artist will help you look camera ready and make you feel amazing! […]

What does self love mean to you? C: I told myself I would practice more ‘self care’ this year and in this month alone I’m realizing how its evolved into practicing self love. I’ve been reflecting a lot lately… on myself, on how I react to negativity and what kind of people I want in […]

What does Self Love mean to you? N: Self love means loving yourself despite whatever imperfections you may think you have. It’s about loving and seeing yourself as your best girlfriends see you.   Why did you want to do a Boudoir Session? N: I have had body image issues for as long as I […]