FAQ:

1. What exactly are boudoir portraits?
The actual word “boudoir” translates from french to be “a lady’s private room”.  Many brides are choosing to have a boudoir portrait session to give to their new husband as a wedding gift.  Sessions are very glamour-oriented, where the bride-to-be is photographed in any outfit she wishes, whether it be a sexy dress, lingerie, her fiance’s football jersey, or nothing at all.

2.  What if I am not comfortable being photographed naked?
Most of our clients aren’t!  Boudoir portraits mostly have the illusion of nudity, not actual nudity!  Each session is different and is done to suit each client.  You choose the outfits you want to wear and you give the direction on what you are looking for.  Clients are never pushed outside their comfort zone.

3. What if I don’t want everyone seeing these photos?  Will they be posted online?
Absolutely not.  Boudoir photo sessions are only proofed by projection here in the studio and are never posted online for proofing.  Also, images will never be used for portfolio (web or print) unless your specific permission is given. All clients featured in the web gallery have given written permission that their images can be posted.

4. Where do you do the session?
Sessions can be done here in the studio, at your home, or at a hotel or inn.  Several times each year, we schedule boudoir portrait marathons where we rent a room at a local hotel, and arrange to have hair and makeup artists.

5.  How can I be a part of the next boudoir marathon?
Contact us!  We schedule marathons every few months, or whenever we have enough interest to warrant one.

6. Do I have to wait for a marathon session?
Absolutely not!  We are happy to schedule a solo boudoir session anytime!  Or, if you know four other girls who would like to do boudoirs, we can schedule a boudoir party just for you!

7. Who will be at my session?
This is one part of the business that Olyn doesn’t shoot.  Linda will be the only photographer at the session.  If you would like to bring someone with you for moral support, you are more than welcome to!

8. What should I wear for my session?
There are a wide variety of things you can wear– from a corset and stockings to a man’s shirt and tie.  We reccomend you bring at least 5 different outfits for your session.  We may not use every outfit, but it gives us some choices.  We recommend clothing that is very form fitting and it is important to remember your outfits go from head to toe, so don’t forget jewelry, shoes, etc.  Your clothing selections should suit your taste and your comfort level.

9.  Oh No!  I have a zit, I have a bruise, etc. and I have a shoot scheduled!!
Its not a problem!  Boudoir images are retouched more heavily than other sessions, so those things are not something to worry about!  Unless something major has happened that dramatically alters your appearance, you should keep your scheduled session.