Premier Boudoir Studio Gainesville Georgia
What an AMAZING opening week! I am so excited to continue photographing in this beautiful space and introducing women to Gainesville's premier boudoir studio. Last week I photographed three beautiful women, who all had different and equally moving reasons as to why they chose to do a boudoir session with me. I'll share their stories over the next few days, but first I wanted to share mine.
My purpose? My reason why? Its simple: I believe it's time to overcome the ancient views of sexuality and the double standards we all learn growing up. Girls are taught to abstain from sex while boys are given condoms (I am NOT advocating kids having sex...). Women are shunned for showing pictures in swim suits but men can post topless gym pictures no big deal, etc.
It's time to own your sexuality and redefine the view of what sexy is. This is a life changing event, an investment in yourself and your happiness.
Women come to the studio with a vision of what they want, it's my job to push your boundaries and expand your views to make this an incredible experience. Most clients think they want the light and fluffy pictures, but once they see their images 90% of the products I create include images where I pushed them past their comfort zone. Yes they're suggestive, yes they're raw, but they're also beautiful and empowering. They're not pornographic. I never have a client touch themselves - I use angles to make it appear that way.
Women need to feel beautiful, we need to feel desired and appreciated. We can do all that for ourselves through a boudoir session PLUS if you have a partner they will have a new appreciation and desire for you as well. Once you see yourself through my lens, you'll see a whole new side you never knew existed.
Mothers often tell me prior to booking how guilty they feel spending this time and money on themselves - but when is the last time you did something special just for you? I'm not talking a hair style or manicure... most women can't recall the last time. Imagine if money wasn't a factor, would you do it then?
Mirrored Images Boudoir is the only boudoir studio in Gainesville Georgia. This is my specialty, my passion, and my mission. I've been photographing boudoir since 2008 and know exactly what each client needs and how to get them there.
Whether you love or hate what I do, you're still going to talk about it. I invite you to open your mind and own your sexuality.
"The empowered woman is powerful beyond measure and beautiful beyond description."
(Hey... Thats me!) Photo credit: Cotton Rouge Photo
Believe it or not, posting my own images was difficult. You'd think because I have done this for so long it wouldn't be but I've had body image issues since I was a teenager and struggled with eating disorders multiple times throughout my life. In 2010 I was diagnosed with thyroid cancer, had my thyroid removed and my weight was uncontrollable.
A year ago I photographed Katie and backed out of my session with her... I "wanted to tone" and "drop 10 pounds." I said all the things to her that I talk my clients through on a regular basis. This past week Katie and I photographed each other and I pushed through the doubts I had and completely let her take over. Not only did I feel beautiful during the session, but seeing myself after... and my boo's reaction... I wish I did it a year ago and I can't wait to do it again.
If I don't practice what I preach my words hold no weight. I believe in what I do, I believe in the incredible experience it offers women and I believe that all women need to spend more time loving and appreciating themselves.
Bridal Boudoir | Gainesville Ga Boudoir Photographer
Bridal boudoir, yes it's a thing and it's a thing that your man will LOVE. Many of my clients contact me to reignite their love spark and do a boudoir shoot many years into their marriage. What if you did a bridal boudoir session to jump start your new life and document this milestone? There will be a glow on your face and happiness in your smile; all because of the magical day you're approaching and it WILL show in the boudoir photographs. You're already preparing for the wedding, likely dieting and working out among other things... celebrate and document your hard work! A boudoir session is the ultimate gift for your groom on your wedding day, plus what better time to go lingerie shopping?! Hello honeymoon hotness!
"I don't have the time." -- I hear this from brides who are planning their weddings and don't think they can take a break from it. Why not pamper yourself? You deserve a day off from planning and chaos, a day to embrace and love yourself. I guarantee you that you will feel rejuvenated after seeing how incredible you look. You'll come to the studio and get your hair & make up done, I'll go through the outfits you've brought with you and decide on the best options, we have wine & music... all your nerves will be gone and you'll LOVE it (so much that you'll likely book me for a repeat sesh). We'll keep the fact that this is actually a gift to yourself a secret.
I do not recommend arranging for a boudoir session on the morning of your wedding, the session should be planning 6-8 weeks ahead of your wedding date so that there is plenty of time for products to be designed and printed.
"I don't have anything to wear." -- Well, that's okay because brides wear white and I have plenty of white sheets! Plus, lets be real for a moment: most brides buy cute panties or robes that say "bride" on them, or a tank with something related to the wedding. I'll help you decide what's the best option for your bridal boudoir shoot. I have an entire guide dedicated to helping you prepare, shop, and execute this session plus I've been a boudoir photographer since 2008 so I have the experience to guide you through it.
"Where?" -- this is the easy part. My studio is located @ 800 Georgia Ave #5 in Gainesville GA. It is romantic, vintage, dreamy and sexyyyyy. Boudoir photography is offered at the studio or can be done at a location you choose. Some brides have requested the session be at the same location as their wedding venue, that's totally fine with me! I love getting out of the studio and exploring new space.
"Can I just add it on to my wedding photography?" -- Yes, I'm sure you can. I'm sure your wedding photographer also offers boudoir and you will likely get a package rate. Mirrored Images Boudoir specializes in boudoir photography. As a photographer, posing people to look their best is a skill you achieve over time BUT posing someone who is wearing little to no clothing and using lighting and angles to maximize the best possible look for each woman that comes into my studio... that's something that took years of shooting, education and workshops to master. I believe boudoir photography should be done only by those who are passionate about it because it translates into your images and your finished products. I actually removed wedding photography from my services this year because I know there are photographers who are more passionate about weddings than I am and my focus is 100% boudoir.
Side note: Are you trying to think of a fun and unique way to celebrate with your girls for your bachelorette party? This is the ultimate Girls Night Out event. Here's how it works: The bride sets up a party date with Mirrored Images Boudoir, at the studio. She can invite up to 10 girls (if you need to invite more than 10 that's fine but we need notice!), if 4 girls attend the bride gets her shoot FREE but if 8+ attend the bride gets a FREE shoot and a FREE 6x6 little black book! So, your girls have the opportunity to give YOU a present which is also a gift for the hubs. That's pretty magical, right? Also, if the bride isn't coordinating this party, we'll give a $100 credit to the lovely lady that is. Do you want to make it a theme? We can do that too! Previous theme have been pin-up, vampire, career specific (teacher, nurse, etc)... lets use our imagination.
Ultimately, I recommend bridal boudoir for the same reason I do any boudoir session... you deserve to see yourself as beautiful as everyone else sees you. Boudoir photography is an incredibly vulnerable form of photography, but it is the most rewarding to my clients. I work with women of all ages, shapes and sizes and 90% of my clients have absolutely no experience in front of the camera. Your transformation from your initial email requesting information to when you receive the product is one that no other form of photography can do for you. I guarantee you that after your session with me you will love yourself and appreciate your body for what it is. You will find your sexy and you will be totally empowered on a natural high that you never knew existed.
In 10, 20, 30 years you are going to look back on these images, pat yourself on the back and say, "I did this!"
I have done multiple bridal boudoir photo shoots since starting boudoir photography in 2008. This, along with regular boudoir photography, is a very private and intimate session and I only receive permission to use certain photos which is why I don't have many for you to look at. Please schedule a private consultation with me if you'd like to see more.
Still need more convincing? Join my VIP boudoir group on facebook.
Anniversary Boudoir | Client Love
Oh hello. I'm currently in Doylestown PA and I love this town. It's so cute, historic and everything I want in my brand. There are antique stores everywhere! The houses here are so beautiful, some are from the 1800's. We're visiting family for Memorial Day and I have a little bit of downtime before dinner so... here's the latest client love! Mrs. A is a young professional, mom, and a smokin' wife. Unfortunately I can't share any of her images with you BUT I can share her kind words from the experience...
I chose Mirrored Images because of the classy way she described boudoir photography. I did this as an anniversary gift to my husband, which I've thought of doing for the last four years. After having kids I thought it would be an empowering experience and a gift my husband wouldn't expect. Yes, I was nervous. for sure. It's very vulnerable and like nothing I've ever done. The session was chill and just me and Jenn in the room--she made me feel totally comfortable and helped me relax and posed me for my body to look my best! My favorite part of the experience was just the empowerment that I feel as a woman and being about to be confident for my husband--he will love this! I'd recommend this to everyone, it makes you feel confident and Jenn will totally walk you through the process with patience.
Thanks Mrs. A! <3 <3
#girlpower
The beautiful place that I will soon call my studio is getting a few renovations this week, I'll be stopping in to make a few of my own -- and after our trip to Florida the studio will be open and ready for you beautiful ladies and your boudoir photography sessions. I have a lot of fun and exciting news to release, so stay tuned!
Greenville Boudoir Photographer | Valentines Day Sneak Peaks {Part 3}
Wow, what a marathon! 10 girls in three days and two states! Six new ladies that were a pleasure to meet and work with and four return clients! What more could I possibly ask for?? The transformation of each woman makes this session so incredibly special and unique. There will be some very lucky and happy men come February 14th!
Yesterday was the last of the Valentines Day marathon's for 2011 but don't be discouraged. If you'd like to book a private boudoir session you can hit the 'contact' button above or email shootme@mirroredimages.net
I had five wonderful ladies take part in todays sessions. Hair and make up was done by Katie Cotton and in a matter of five hours we were able to do full hair & make up and a session for five ladies. It was a lot of fun and I enjoyed working with so many fun and beautiful women.
And now for the Sneak peaks.... {thank you to the three women who gave me free range to post any image of theirs I wanted! It helps other women who are 'photographer' shopping!}
West Palm Boudoir Photographer | Valentines Day Sneak Peaks {part two}
Again with the short and sweet blogs. I promise to be more entertaining and witty once I have some sleep.
I photographed these beautiful ladies on Sunday for the WPB Valentines Day Special. It's amazing what the finished product will do for a gals self esteem. They turned this shoot out and made modeling look like a walk in the park. I gave them both very little direction and only as needed.
My beautiful friend Michelle (the pierced goddess ;) ) was kind enough to host me during my visit to Florida and I thank you for your hospitality!
(I have one last date scheduled for a multi client booking(aka discount) - Jan 30th in Greenville, SC. Click here for the info. If you are interested in booking a boudoir session and can't attend this date please email me for rates, I am available to shoot in Palm Beach Florida in March {dates TBD}.)
Here's a few to get your mouths watering....
Greenville Boudoir Photographer | Valentines Day Sneak Peaks {part one}
My three beautiful ladies rocked today's shoot. They showed up ready to take some amazing, empowering, and sexy photographs. What more could a man want? Additional images coming after Valentines Day...
Hair and make up was done by Katie Cotton -- amazing work and amazing in front of the camera also!
At the request of a few ladies I am hosting an additional boudoir shoot in time for Valentines Day. January 30th will be the last time this year I offer this special! Space is limited. Click here for info on the special.
As much as I love blogging, I have to keep tonights blog short and sweet. There's a snow storm brewing and en route to the Upstate which means I need my rest for work in the morning.
Good night and I hope everyone stays warm and safe!
Greenville Boudoir Photographer | Miss Michelle!
Hot, hot, hot! Michelle is pretty amazing if I must say so myself. She's absolutely beautiful, she's extremely intelligent and best of all she's an amazing friend. She flew up to SC to help me recover from my surgery and once I was feeling up to it, I helped her out with a unique Christmas gift for her husband... a boudoir session! She was fantastic in front of the camera and definitely made my job easy.
Michelle gave the present to her hubby last night and I got this message from her, "Doug got his present. He said it's the best he's ever gotten! Thank you, and he says thank you too! He said maybe you can make him look good in pictures too! LOL" Of course Doug! He must have been bashful when he said that because Doug's a personal trainer, no flaws at all.
Here's a few from the session, of course there are some for his eyes only. Sorry!
Want to have your own Boudoir session? Check out the Valentines Day Boudoir Special I am offering Jan 9th to Greenville SC and Jan 16th to West Palm Beach Fl clients!!
Greenville SC Boudoir Photographer | A steamy Christmas present
A few weeks back I had the pleasure of meeting and working with the lovely lady you see below. She has a full time career and is a mother of three. Like most women, she doesn't get the chance to do things for herself often. But for this special occasion she made the leap! Yep, that's right... she got over her fears and did something wonderful for herself and her husband. She got her hair and make up done by my lovely artist, Leslie, and she had a matching mani/pedi just before the session. So, while the pictures were for him... she totally loved the glam.
With her permission, I am respectfully posting the images below. I don't usually get permission from my boudoir ladies to share their images, so I'm super excited about sharing these. They're simple, elegant and classy. Her husband is going to DROOL when he see's her prints!!
Greenville and West Palm Beach Boudoir Photographer | Valentines Day Special
Well, here we have it! I am offering this special to both West Palm Beach & Greenville clients. I require a deposit of $100 to reserve your spot, spaces are limited! Deposit for all shoots are due two days prior to the session. Dates are Jan 9(Upstate SC), 16 (West Palm FL) AND JUST ADDED Jan 30 (Upstate SC). This special includes it all and normally would cost over $400! Hit the "share" icons on the bottom of this post and blast it all over your Facebook, twitter, etc!
Upstate shoot is DONE! To see the sneak peaks click here: Upstate Valentines Day Shoot 1/9/11
WPB shoot is DONE! To see the sneak peaks click here: West Palm Beach Valentines Day Shoot 1/16/11
Upstate #1 is DONE! To see the sneak peaks click here: Upstate Valentines Day Shoot 1/20/11
I will continue to book boudoir sessions on a private basis. Having another marathon has been discussed but no plans have been made at this time. If you'd like to book your private session please email shootme@mirroredimages.net or hit 'contact' on the navigation bar above. Thanks!
Katie & Jamie
Clint from C&C and I had the pleasure of photographing the beautiful Katie for her bridal session a few weeks back; downtown Greenville never looked so good! She was so much fun and willing to try anything we threw her way. Here are a few of my fav's from the shoot (you will also see similar images on the C&C site)
And today, Clint and I had a boudoir session with Katie & Jamie. It was boudoir with a twist by having him there and I kind of liked it better! Due to the intimacy of the session I will only post one photo. Katie & Jamie are getting married Dec 30th and Clint and I are very excited to shoot their wedding. Congrats to you both, you're a fantastic couple and perfect for each other!
