salem oregon boudoir photographer
We were all getting pretty restless by the fall of 2020, due to the worldwide Covid-19 pandemic. Since we were allowed to be around people, as long as we were wearing masks and trying to social distance, the witches and I decided it was “go time” for a Halloween shoot! I had 10 women show up for this shoot. They came from near and far (one drove over 4 hours), wer e all amazing to work with, and we had SO much fun!
I found this incredible dress at an estate sale a few years ago. It was a prom dress in 1910 and while it definitely needs some repair work, it is in surprisingly good condition for how incredibly delicate it is.
This is an oldie, but goodie. It was a collaboration between myself, Davena (model), and Taghelor (makeup artist) that we shot in my old studio. I currently have my new studio set up for my first Halloween themed shoot and I am so excited!
This couple is obviously adorable, but what you can’t tell is just how sweet they are! They were both pretty quiet and reserved, but had fun with their session and they were so easy to work with! With couples sessions we usually start by doing a few shots with everyone fully dressed (yes, including me). Not only does this give them time to warm up in front of the camera, but it means you end up with a few shots you can share with friends and family, without making it awkward. HA!
Anyway, we shot this session at Studio 22 in downtown Salem. It’s nice and spacious, with a private changing room in the studio and restrooms down the hall. If you want to book a boudoir session, but you want the “dark and moody” look, let’s chat about location! While this space can be adapted to create images that fit that style, I have other options available (and will soon have a boudoir studio at my house!).
Earlier this year, I was a guest speaker for one of the advanced photography classes at Chemeketa that another instructor teaches. As part of that presentation, I did some sample shots in our studio at school. I wanted to show our students what they could do in the space that is available to them, using lights that are also available to them. I used natural light, off camera flash, strobe lights, continuous lights, and even a flashlight.
I’ve worked with Ashley many times over the years, so this was a breeze for us, even when I ran into technical/gear challenges.
Thank you for your time and experience, Ashley!
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Elizabeth absolutely rocked her session. She brought a lace gown, a cotton top, some thigh high socks, and a confident attitude.
This is a throwback to a session I did a long time ago, in my old studio. Since it was one that got lost with my website crash a few years ago, I thought I’d re-blog it.
This was such a fun session, as I played with light, texture, movement, a piece of copper pipe and a prism. Michelle was such a good sport and was so patient with all of the hair flipping and tossing I had her do (repeatedly, lol).
Adela wore the cutest little lingerie set in a pretty shade of pink. We were fortunate enough to get some of that dreamy winter sunshine I love so much, and it just complimented her whole look. We shot this session at studio 22 in downtown Salem. They have great big windows that are perfect for dramatic light.
Miss K is all about the accessories and textures! She had pearls, sequins, lace, chiffon, mesh, and felt. I love texture, so it made my job all that much more fun. I decided to keep things really simple with the furnishings and background, as to not compete with the beauty of K and all her fabulous textures!
My favorite boudoir sessions are the ones women book just for themselves. There is something so empowering about celebrating and appreciating your body for yourself, rather than a partner. This goddess booked a sexy boudoir session to celebrate her 50th birthday!
And yes, I’ve shared this session before, but I love it too much to not share again!
Kate is an absolute joy to photograph. She has a beautiful smile, fun energy, and is really good at posing herself! We did this session at Studio 22 in downtown Salem, which is always an option for my boudoir clients, if they’re looking to do a studio session.
Just a little sneak peek from an empowering session I had a few weeks ago. This client, a young trans man, reached out to me about doing a photo shoot to document his body, prior to top surgery. It was a fun shoot and the photos turned out awesome.
I just love this shot of Ashley. It was taken in my studio, last winter, at sunset time.
Is it just me or do they look like they just got caught?
