...Spent years being everything to everyone.
...Told yourself you'll do this "when things slow down"
...Have a vision of yourself in your head — confident, fully herself — that has never once been photographed. That's what I'm here to document.
The women who sit in front of my camera aren't here to look sexy or perform for someone else. They're here to finally see what everyone around them has always seen.
Most photographers will smooth your skin, pose you from a script, and send you home with pictures that look like a polished version of someone else. That's not what I do.
As a former registered nurse, I've been holistically trained to care for you. And I carry that into your boudoir session. Your wardrobe, your hair and makeup, how you're posed... none of it is on you to figure out.
I booked this session for ME, and it was beyond magical. I was so nervous beforehand. “How will I pose?” “I’m not sexy enough or beautiful enough for this.” All those thoughts and more ran through my head. But when I walked into the studio after hair and makeup, with my first piece on, I fell in love! Emma made me feel so brave, beautiful, and comfortable during the entire process. We laughed, shot pictures, and never once did I feel nervous! When I have bad days, or don’t feel worthy, I look at these photos and remember that I’m capable of anything. So grateful for Emma!
I found a photo of my grandmother once, and I didn't quite recognize her.
This wasn't the version of her that I knew. It was before her disease took over her body. Thank God someone had captured her in her essence because...
I was so captivated by her beauty,. But not only that, I recognized parts of myself in her portraits. Her cheekbones, her warm smile. It helped me to love those things about myself, too.
That's exactly why I do this. For you to look back on when you're 80. For your grandchildren to marvel at someday.
I took a day for ME. I am a farmers wife, a busy mama of 4 daughters, and they all have my full attention 100% of the time. I spend very little time for me. Today was day one of a new me. I am beautiful, I am brave, I am confident. A boudoir photo shoot!! Was exactly what this mama needed. Not only was it super relaxing but it was FUN. Emma was amazing to work with and knew how to make you feel comfortable from the moment I walked in the studio. I left with my head held high. I am BEAUTIFUL.