CHOOSING THE RIGHT PHOTOGRAPHER FOR YOUR BOUDOIR OR GLAMOUR PICS
- For this kind of work, you want someone who uses digital and is adept at Photoshop. Models get lots of retouching to perfect
their looks, why shouldn't you?
- Choose a photographer who favors simple backgrounds and set-ups. Lots of props and crazy colors only COMPETE with you,
and you should be the focus of attention!
- Make sure you can see plenty of the photographer's work, and that he or she shows pics of models with different body types
and “looks”, if possible.
- To help with your self-consciousness, find a female photographer. Some people choose to have a friend take their pics, but
IMHO, this is not the best way. Often, it's easier to be comfortable with a stranger when posing in intimate attire, because you
won't have the awkwardness of hanging out with them later knowing they've seen you naked (or half-naked, as the case may
be).
- Pick a photographer whose personality you really like (even if you just talk to them on the phone). Comfort and rapport with the
photographer are very important to getting great sexy shots of you!
YOUR PRE-SHOOT CONSULTATION
- Talk openly with your photographer BEFORE the shoot about just HOW risque you are willing to get in your pics... This avoids
uncomfortable moments during the shoot.
- Let your photographer know about any "trouble-spots" or features about which you are especially self-conscious. This will help
the photographer adjust lighting, posing and wardrobe to maximize your best features, and minimize the things that bother you.
- Discuss your reasons for having the pics done (who they are for, etc.) and what you want the pictures to “say”. Try to define the
“style” you want for your shoot (i.e., Maxim-style, Playboy, Victoria’s Secret, Glamour, or “classic” boudoir). Be sure to tell the
photographer what you DON’T want as well.
- Don’t be afraid to ask questions.
WHAT TO BRING WITH YOU TO YOUR SHOOT
- Bring lots of options for wardrobe to your photo shoot, including shoes. Your photographer should be able to help you pick the
items that will photograph best. You might also try bringing a couple of personal items to be used as props. This can help bring
more of your personality into your photos. For instance, if you like rock music, see if you can get your hands on a guitar. If your
hubby is a sports fan, bring a team jersey, football, golf clubs, whatever. If he's in construction, bring a hard hat and tool belt...
and so on...
- Bring "samples" of the types of shots and poses you would like to try. (Pick photos from magazines or the web and show them to
your photographer so he/she can try to emulate the look you are going for.)
- Bring a nice silky robe to cover yourself between shot set-ups (in case the photographer doesn't provide one).
- Bring makeup and hair styling items of your own for touch-ups. Even if your photographer provides these things, who knows
more about what works for you than you do? Plus, it’s always good to have back-up stuff.
- A glass of wine before a photo shoot can be a good thing for people who are nervous. (not more than one, though, or you could
end up with "sleepy eyes" in your photos.) Bring a small bottle with you and maybe a glass (if your photographer will not be
providing the refreshments)
- Don’t bring friends/husbands with you to the shoot. This will make you more self-conscious, not less. TRUST me. Plus, extra
bodies in the room can make things awkward, logistically. They can get in the way of lights, backdrops, etc.
TIPS FOR LOOKING YOUR BEST FOR YOUR PICS
- Don't come in for your shoot with tan lines. They are the most difficult thing to airbrush out, and they don't photograph well.
Either avoid tanning altogether, tan in the nude, or get a GOOD spray tan. (Don’t get your first-ever spray tan before your
shoot. Go to someone you’ve been to before and trust their work. A bad spray tan can be disastrous!)
- Get your eyebrows waxed (or tweeze them) a couple of days BEFORE your shoot. Well-groomed eyebrows are a must for great
photos, but you don’t want post-waxing redness to be a problem. Give them a couple days to calm down before getting your pics
taken.
- Moisturize your entire body with a light lotion before your shoot. (no body oils, powders, or bronzers, though!)
- If you really want to look like a model, take steps to insure that body hair (anywhere and everywhere) is to a minimum. Choose
your own method, but barer is always better in photographs.
- To look your best, get plenty of rest the night before your shoot, and avoid overindulging in food or drink. Eat something light on
the day of your shoot.
- Don’t wear tight-fitting undergarments on the day of your shoot. These leave unsightly body lines that can stay with you for
hours!
- Come with a clean face - Natalie will be doing your makeup for your photo shoot! Natalie has 14 years of experience as a
professional makeup artist. If you are worried about looking too "made-up", don't be. Natalie knows how to create a beautiful
subtle look, or a high-polish, maximum glamour look---whatever it is that will make YOU feel your most beautiful! Either way,
though, please don't miss out on the opportunity to have your professional makeup application. Even if you are great at doing
your own makeup, makeup for photos is not necessarily the same as “every day” or even “special occasion” makeup. Leave it to
a professional who is both your photographer AND your makeup artist. If you choose a different photographer (but why would
you do that?) who does not do makeup (or provide a makeup artist), then consider getting professionally made up before your
session.
- Chin out, shoulders back, suck it in, and elongate the neck and torso - four things to remember in posing for every shot!
- Think happy, sexy, pleasant thoughts during your shoot. Your mood will absolutely come through on camera. An “I know
something you don’t know” smile is very sexy!
SOME SIMPLE BUT SEXY WARDROBE IDEAS
- A plain white tank top and white cotton undies (maybe even mens briefs) is simple and versatile, but very sexy!
- A nice matching lacy bra and panty set in any color is great. Again, simple but sexy!
- Kick it up a notch with thigh-high stockings, with or without a garter belt. ) fishnets especially rock!
- A nice-fitting pair of jeans is always hot!
- Knee-high or thigh-high boots can be incredibly sexy, as are classic stilettos or strappy sandals
- Fishnet stockings, teddies, babydoll negligees, silky robes, sheer nighties
- Boy shorts and a baby-tee
- The classic "little black dress" or gauzy white "flowy" dress
- Long strands of beads/pearls, gold or silver belly chains/belts
- Swimwear
- Nothing but body paint
- A nude body draped with satin sheets, tulle, or other fabric
SOME FUN “THEME” WARDROBE IDEAS
- Cheerleader
- Naughty school girl
- Sexy construction worker (tool belt, hard hat, and a drill)
- Naughty nurse or devilish doctor
- A spandex dress with clear platform “stripper” shoes
- Sexy cop (or other uniformed officer)
- Hot for teacher (also known as the naughty librarian)
- Desperate Housewife---Apron, pearls, and high heels
- Leather clad biker babe
- Man’s shirt, tie, vest, hat, etc.
- Football jersey & football
- Your nude body, strategically covered with flowers or rose petals
- Wedding dress (or just the garter and veil)
- Cowgirl (cowboy hat, boots, and cut-off jean shorts)
- Farmer’s daughter (overalls, pig-tail braids, and nothing else)
- Daddy’s little girl (with pigtails and a teddy bear and lollipop)
- Seasonal themes (witch for Halloween, Santa hat & mistletoe for Christmas, flag for Independence Day, etc. )
- Old-Hollywood screen siren (think Marilyn Monroe)
- “Vargas Girl” style 40s-50s pin up
- Genie in a bottle (or Bellydancer)
- Mermaid, Hula Dancer, Flapper, Gangster, etc. (Halloween costume shops are great for this kind of thing)
PROP IDEAS
- Hats
- Scarves, belts, feather boas
- Musical instruments
- Sports equipment/uniforms
- Hobby paraphernalia
- Fetish goods (latex, handcuffs, leather, chains, etc.)
- Christmas lights
- Colored ribbons and/or bows
- Balloons & streamers for a birthday
- A sexy friend (for the truly adventurous at heart!)
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