How To Stay True To Your Shooting Style As A New Boudoir Photographer

Confession time! When I first started playing with the idea of shooting boudoir, I thought I had to be like all the other photographers out there in order to be successful.

I’d see these beautiful photos, but they were all kind of dark and moody (which is gorgeous, just not my natural shooting style), so I assumed that’s how all boudoir had to be. 

But the more I tried to shoot like someone else, the less I liked my photos. I even call those beginning shoots the dark ages. 😅

Dark and moody isn’t my default  (unless I haven’t had my coffee 😅). My style is more bright and airy with a dash of moody mixed in. And the more I started shooting boudoir my way, the more I loved my photos and started attracting my ideal clients. 

Regardless of what you photograph now (weddings, families, seniors, etc.), you’ve probably spent your entire career developing your style. It’s what makes you unique and it’s why your clients love you. 

So don’t go changing now!

When you stick with what you know your confidence will show. (Yep! I totally just rhymed there!) 

Find a friend (or two or three) and practice shooting boudoir your way. Play with light, shadows, backdrops. Have fun!! Like Bob Ross always said, “There are no mistakes, only happy accidents!”

The more you practice, the more you’ll see that your style of boudoir is the right style of boudoir for you and your clients. 

 

If you’ve exhausted your friends list and are looking for some new lovely ladies to feature in your portfolio, I’ve got the perfect thing:

The Model Call Guide!

This guide walks you through the EXACT process I use when booking boudoir model calls. It also includes…

✨Email and phone call script templates you can use to communicate with your model applicants.

✨Advice on handling release forms and contracts.

✨Tips on preparing your models for their session, and so much more! 

It’s seriously a must-have if you’re ready to start growing your new boudoir business. 

Grab your copy of the Model Call Guide by clicking here!

Remember, Lovely, stay true to yourself and your shooting style, and the rest will all fall into place. (pinkie-promise!) 💕