FINDING THE CONFIDENCE TO BOOK A BOUDOIR PHOTOSHOOT
“I wanted to feel confident in myself again not just as a mum, not just be a mum with no other side to me and now I feel a million dollars. Throughout they were telling me I look wonderful and all that does stay with you and I walked away feeling so much better about myself.”…Sarah
How to Find the Confidence to Book a Boudoir Photoshoot
Over the years we’ve come across many situations where women turn up at our door literally shaking with fear.
The thought of posing in front of a camera really does terrify so many people. Strangely, as more and more of us are taking more and more pictures with our phones, that feeling of dread has only increased and I reckon the reason is that now we’re seeing a lot more really bad pictures of ourselves taken by poor photographers with inadequate equipment.
Boudoir photography is a beautiful way to capture the essence of a person's beauty and sexuality. However, it can be intimidating for many people to book a boudoir photoshoot. You may have seen pictures from a friend’s Boudoir photoshoot and wondered how she ever plucked up the courage to do it. However, we know from experience, that nearly every single woman is nervous going into their boudoir shoot. You have to take a leap of faith and know that you’re in good hands. - While you might not feel as uninhibited as you would like, you can build the confidence to get your own boudoir photos and love every minute of it.
If you're someone who's struggling with confidence, you may feel hesitant about taking the leap. However, with a little bit of preparation and the right mindset, you can gain the confidence to book a boudoir photoshoot and create a beautiful set of images that capture your unique beauty and personality and importantly, will boost your confidence every time you look at them.
So, with this in mind, here are some ways to work toward making a boudoir shoot happen.
Do your research
The first step to gaining confidence in booking a boudoir photoshoot is to do your research.
Look up different boudoir photographers in your area and take some time to look through their portfolio. This will give you an idea of the style of photography that they specialise in, and it will also help you get a sense of what to expect during the shoot.
2. Know your why
Understanding why you want to book a boudoir photoshoot can help you build your confidence.
Is it because you want to feel more confident in your body? Or do you want to celebrate a milestone, such as a wedding or a significant birthday? Whatever your reason, keeping it in mind can help you stay focused on your goals and you’ll feel more empowered throughout the process.
3. Choose the right photographer
Once you've done your research, it's time to choose the right photographer. Look for a photographer who specialises in boudoir photography and has experience working with people of all shapes and sizes. A good photographer will make you feel comfortable and at ease during the shoot, which can help you relax and feel more confident in front of the camera.
4. Communicate with your photographer
Communication is key when it comes to feeling confident during a boudoir photoshoot. Be sure talk with your photographer about any concerns or insecurities you might have.
A good Boudoir photographer will work with you to create a safe and comfortable environment where you can feel at ease and confident in your own skin.
5. Get comfortable with your body
One of the biggest challenges people face when booking a boudoir photoshoot is feeling comfortable with their body.
Take some time to get comfortable with your body before the shoot by doing things like practicing poses in front of a mirror, wearing lingerie around the house, or doing some gentle yoga or stretching. Remember that mindset is everything.
How you talk to yourself and think about yourself is how you’re going to truly see yourself.
Treat yourself with kindness.
Don’t obsess over the things you see as flaws in your body. Trust me, everyone has something about themselves they hate. Wide hips, small hips, muffin top, small boobs, big boobs, and a million other things. Try, tyry very very hard to be kind to yourself and know your body is sexy just the way it is.
Trust your Boudoir Photographer and know your boudoir photos will turn out beautifully.
This can all help to make you feel more comfortable and confident in front of the camera.
7. Choose Clothing that Gives You Confidence
There’s no written rule that you have to wear the skimpiest outfits to feel sexy. Find clothing that make you feel confident. If that means jeans and T’s then so be it. We have a style of Boudoir we like to call ‘Modest Boudoir’ for those who really don’t feel comfortable with lingerie and we promise it will allow you to feel super sexy.
Find out here about MODEST BOUDOIR
6. Trust in the process
Finally, remember to trust in the process. Boudoir photography is a beautiful and empowering experience, but it can also be challenging.
Trust your photographer, trust yourself, and trust the process.
Take the time to enjoy the experience and focus on the beauty of the moment. With a little bit of preparation and the right mindset, you can gain the confidence to book a boudoir photoshoot and create a set of images that captures your unique beauty and personality and which will boost your confidence every time you look at them.
Now…. Enjoy Catia’s Photoshoot at Hazlewood Castle in the Honeysuckle Suite and we managed to do a few pictures outside as well. (Something we love to do if the weather is good enough)
