i Kandi Photo

What should I expect for my session?  Well, expect to have fun!  Seriously though, I start every session with some time to sit down at the table, get comfortable, talk a bit, take a look at a Beautiful Boudoir Portfolio, have a bottle of iced water, get some idea of what you are looking for with your photos, look at your wardrobe, and get a general plan for your shoot.   I don’t expect Ladies to immediately jump into an outfit when they walk in the door.  My philosophy is to treat Boudoir Clients the way I would want my Wife. I am Married to a wonderful, beautiful, awesome, gorgeous Woman, I respect her, and respect Women in general. 

To me, Boudoir Photography is about making any Woman look her best in a safe, comfortable, but exciting atmosphere!  Most any Woman is a little bit nervous when first thinking about Boudoir Photography, but, as my sessions go on, Clients relax, have fun, and really create beautiful, soulful, and exciting images.

What should I wear?   Well, that is entirely up to the individual-   Classic Boudoir Photography normally entails "Lingerie", and that can take in many different styles.  It can be as revealing or demure as you want.  I would say to go to Lover’s Lane website, and Victoria’s Secret website, and check out their outfits and accessories.  It seems that the classic "retro" black-seamed-stockings, garter-belt, spiked-heels look is back in, a lot of my Clients choose that as one of their outfits; many Ladies like Baby Dolls or Teddies: there are the tasteful and elegant Peignoir & Coat sets; a lot of Women like to wear their “Guy’s” work shirt with or without undergarments; and a lot of Girls like to use some item or outfit reflecting their man’s favorite sports team, hobby, car, or motorcycle, but the style is up to you.  Bring whatever you are comfortable in, go shopping and bring something new, see what your man is interested in, live a little, dare a little!   It's all supposed to be fun!  A lot of women have told me that Lover’s Lane sells the same stuff as VS, but for a way better price. 

Shoes?   Please bring lots of shoes in different colors!   I have several different styles on hand here in a couple sizes also.  I like to have a couple pairs of shoes represented in the different sets and poses.  High Heels accentuate the natural curve of the calf, and make the shoulders and back look their best.  Not to mention the feet!   Really nice and well fashioned heels make the foot look very feminine.

How long will my session take?   That is up to you!   I am the only Boudoir Photographer I know who offers the famous “No Time Limit Sitting”!  If you bring a small number of outfits, the session will take less time.  If you bring many, many outfits, plan on more time.  My sittings have ranged from 1 hour to 5 hours.   Another factor that can affect the time for your sitting is if you want to do makeup and hair after you arrive here, then plan on a little more time for that.   I have found that Women who are not professional Models can keep their energy “up” and not get tired for about 2-3 hours after the shoot actually starts.  (That means after makeup, hair, etc) .  

Where will I change and do makeup and hair?   If you are doing hair and makeup, you will have the use of a private bathroom or changing room.

Do you recommend that I use a makeup artist and hair stylist?   If you are really skilled at doing your own makeup and hair styles, and are comfortable with changing the makeup and hair a little bit for different sets, that is fine!  I do have several MUA’s and stylists I use, they are available for a reasonable fee.  They are all highly skilled at their craft, and are all just wonderful and friendly girls.  Most stay for two looks, and then depart the shoot.  We plan out your shoot with the application of makeup and styles in mind for the pose flow.  You can choose to use both an MUA and stylist, or just one or the other.  One thing to keep in mind is that Boudoir Photography is by nature designed to make you look your very best, so, freshly washed and styled hair is a must, and makeup at the end of a business day probably really needs to be taken off and re-applied if you are coming in for an appointment after a day of work.  I highly recommend that you try not to do your Boudoir Photography after a full work day!

Can I bring my own MUA / Stylist?    Absolutely!   I always welcome the opportunity to work with other Professionals, it often results in future cooperative ventures!

How about nails?  If you are skilled at nail trimming, dressing, and polish application, that is fine!  If you would like to pamper yourself a little and let a pro do them for you, that is fine too…   If you have broken or cracked nails, I would highly recommend a pro.  We are trying to put together an entire image of Beauty and Sensuality, and finger and toe nails are part of the picture!

How do I pay for my Photography session?   Payment is due at the end of your shoot, by cash or check .

Can I bring a friend?    Absolutely!  What I have found is that about 10% of my Clients will bring a friend or companion to the shoot.  Most Clients who bring a friend, after meeting me, will tell the friend to go ahead and pick them up later.  Some Women are comfortable shooting in front of a friend, some aren’t, but it is entirely up to you.   If you have your own MUA or stylist to accompany you, I welcome them.