What Do You Bring to a Boudoir Photoshoot?

What Do You Bring to a Boudoir Photoshoot?

If you’re new to photographing boudoir sessions, these intimate events can feel a little intimidating.  You might wonder what equipment you’ll need, or what else to pack.  Today, I’ll give you a rundown on what you’ll want to include in your boudoir photography kit! What Do You Bring to a Boudoir Photoshoot? As a photographer,…

What Do You Do With Boudoir Photos?
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What Do You Do With Boudoir Photos?

Boudoir photo sessions are become more popular for brides, women and even men.  Clients might decide to try a photoshoot but be unsure what happens next.  New boudoir photographers might also wonder when or how to share their work.  Here are a few creative uses of boudoir photos for clients and photographers! What Do You…

Free Editing Options: Darktable vs RawTherapee
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Free Editing Options: Darktable vs RawTherapee

Two free Photoshop alternatives — DarkTable vs Rawtherapee come together to compete for your time and attention. They both offer photo-editing capabilities beyond your phone’s simple editor, and they both produce some fantastic results. So which one is for you? Let’s take a look at each of the features to see which one might be…

Where Can I Take Boudoir Photos?
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Where Can I Take Boudoir Photos?

Boudoir photos are growing in popularity across the country.  These sensual, intimate photos are usually taken for the enjoyment of the subject and her (or his) partner.  If you’re new to shooting boudoir photos, one question you might have is where to shoot your sessions. Where Can I Take Boudoir Photos? Boudoir photos can be…

How to Copyright an Image or Photograph [Beginners Guide]
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How to Copyright an Image or Photograph [Beginners Guide]

Knowing how to copyright a photo can save you a bit of time and money, but you must understand the process and the full implications. Not all images need copyright protection in the United States, but you’ll want to make sure you have legal recourse should someone use your images without permission. Copyright and Applications…

Boudoir Photo Shoot Ideas for Every Photographer
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Boudoir Photo Shoot Ideas for Every Photographer

Boudoir photography comes in all shapes and sizes. From classy shoots that hardly qualify as boudoir to risque images you probably wouldn’t want to show your mother, there’s a lot you can accomplish with a boudoir shoot. Photo by Maddi Bazzoco Licensed Under CC0 If you’re feeling a little creatively stumped, here are plenty of…

Get Creative with These Boudoir Poses for Your Next Shoot
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Get Creative with These Boudoir Poses for Your Next Shoot

It’s a common misconception that the pose of your model doesn’t matter much in boudoir photography. However, even a scantily clad beautiful model can’t erase an awkward pose or angle. If a pose doesn’t look natural, your audience will probably be able to tell. If you’re still new to the genre and trying to figure…

Everything You Want to Know About Bridal Boudoir Photos
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Everything You Want to Know About Bridal Boudoir Photos

Bridal boudoir photos are the ultimate wedding day gift. Nothing says I love you like an album filled with classy and sensual pictures. Bridal-themed boudoir pics are becoming popular, and we think it’s a fun way of celebrating your client’s marriage or big day. What is Wedding or Bridal Boudoir Photography? Wedding boudoir photography is…

How to run a photography model call: Calling for Success
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How to run a photography model call: Calling for Success

Learn how to run a photography model call to grow your business When you learn how to run a photography model call, you create an opportunity for growth in your business. Use a photography model call to build your portfolio, practice new skills, create social media buzz or even grow your clientele. In this tutorial,…

Why every professional photographer needs an email list
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Why every professional photographer needs an email list

Use an email list to add value, gain clients and expand your reach Do you have an email list for your photography business? Why not? Is it because you think email is outdated? Or are you like me and felt intimidated by the idea of starting one? Or maybe you just don’t want to add…

Do I need photography insurance?
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Do I need photography insurance?

Do you need photography insurance?  Short answer…yes. Are you prepared for the worse case business scenario?  I’m not talking some blurry shots or forgetting your ideas for posing.  I’m talking ruin your business and your personal finances kind of stuff.  That’s what photography insurance is all about – protecting you against business and personal financial…

The Best Planners for Photographers in 2020
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The Best Planners for Photographers in 2020

Get ready for the coming decade with these ideas on planners for photographers! I scheduled two clients for the same mini-session spot.  They both showed up, families in tow, ready to go.  But I’d messed up big time.  That mortifying moment (and a few near misses) is why I’m such a nerd when it comes…

How to Care for Your Camera and Other Gear
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How to Care for Your Camera and Other Gear

How to Care for your Camera and show some love to your other photography gear Fall is an absolute madhouse for our family.  I’m usually running around the county taking pictures.  My daughter is busy with school and soccer, and my husband is smack in the middle of his busy season, too.  By the end…

10 Ways to Survive the Photography Busy Season
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10 Ways to Survive the Photography Busy Season

10 ways to keep your sanity this fall and survive the photography busy season Fall.  It means beautiful leaves, long-sleeve shirts, football, maybe a pot of chili simmering on the stove.  Unless you’re a photographer.  Then it means chaos.  Lots of sessions.  Lots of editing.  Little sleep.  Coffee.  More editing.  Even more coffee.  The photography…