Christina had her boudoir photo session in Calgary.

What made you want to have boudoir images taken?
I’m getting married this year and was looking for a gift for my fiance. I’d been playing around with the idea for a couple years now and I figured now was definitely the right time.

How did you prepare for the session?
I got a little color while on a trip to BC, spent hours shopping for the right outfits to wear and trying to think positively about what was coming. I had all these plans of working out like a maniac but in the end I didn’t really change anything except drinking more water. I figured I may as well have pictures of the real me.

Who are your boudoir photos for?
It started out as pictures for my fiance but it’s definitely become something for myself as well. I can’t wait to get a picture framed for our bedroom wall!

Have you given your fiance the boudoir photos yet, what did he think?
He’s seen the online album and he’s very excited for his gift! I tried to keep it a secret from him but caved in and I am actually happy I did. He was very helpful by giving me ideas of what to wear and basically just being enthusiastic.

What did you think of the experience of having the images done?
I was incredibly nervous about the photo shoot but as soon as I got there the makeup artist and Erica put me totally at ease. Erica was very professional and helped me pick what worked best and with a little encouragement from her I had a great time. By the end I wasn’t self-conscious at all.

How do you feel about your images?
I love them. When looking at pictures of yourself it’s hard to not zero in on what you don’t like about your body but I was really happy with how I looked, even enough to show my sister who is still raving about them. Having a professional tell you exactly how to pose and where to look definitely makes the process easier and much more flattering.

Which images are your favourites?
The ones where I look most like myself, laughing and smiling. I’m no model so the ones where I relaxed and felt comfortable turned out to be my favorites. I really love the ones taken in my fiance’s favorite jersey and the ones taken with only the sheet.

Is there any other info or interesting story about your boudoir experience?
I did the pictures a week after my bachelorette party and a day before my 24th birthday. I couldn’t think of a better way to capture one of the best times in my life. The experience of doing this has made me appreciate my natural body even more and when I look back at these photos in 30 years I can be proud that I actually did it.