Boudoir photography · Before your session

Preparing for your
boudoir session.

A few simple things that help your session run smoothly, so you can relax, feel confident and enjoy it.

Preparing for your Boudoir Photo Session

Whether it’s your first boudoir session or you’ve done this before, a little preparation helps you get the most out of it.

Every session is relaxed and unhurried, and it’s shaped around you. You choose what feels right, and I’ll make sure the photographs reflect it.

I have listed some examples of how you can prepare for your Boudoir Photo Session below. Take a look through them and use whichever are helpful. I’ve worked with many great people, and every session has been different. These are the tips I’ve found most useful.

A little planning like this helps the session run smoothly and leaves more time for the photographs.

Seven tips

Here’s how you should prepare for your session!

Check out some examples online

So, either look through the examples that are on this site, or take a look at websites like Pinterest or use Google Images to find examples of the kinds of results you are looking for. It’s always helpful to save these examples to your phone or send them across to me so that I know for sure what you want!
Prepare your outfits in advance

It’s a good idea to know what you’ll be wearing on the day, so prepare your outfits at least one day before your session. The last thing you want is to start panicking about what to wear after spending all that time doing your hair and making yourself look great!
Try not to eat too much before your session

There’s nothing wrong with having a little snack or some breakfast before your shoot, but make sure you have enough time for your food to settle. You want to be feeling fresh and energetic as well as looking your best. Eating too much before your session can have a few negative effects on the results, definitely one to consider.
Remove unnecessary clothing tags

You don’t have to do this, but it certainly will help when it comes to the post-production phase of your photos. If you’re able to successfully hide your tags, great! If you think you’re able to remove them without any problems, even better! Clothing tags are a nightmare to work with in post-production and it’s always great to get the images back to you as soon as possible!
You’re not being judged

One of the most common concerns people have before a Boudoir Photo Session is that they will be judged by me or anyone working with me. That’s not the case, I promise! We’re all adults, we’ve seen it all before and the aim of the session is to make you feel confident. You have nothing to worry about!
Arrive at least 10 minutes before

If you arrive at exactly the time your session starts, we will spend part of your booked time talking and getting ready. Arrive at least 10 minutes early so you have time to prepare without feeling rushed!
Enjoy yourself!

So, this entire session and the reason I took up portrait photography in the first place was because it’s FUN! I get to meet great people, make them feel great about themselves and have some fun while at the same time doing what I love! There will be bad jokes, laughter and some general conversation… you may even forget why you’re even there! So let loose, enjoy the experience and be yourself!