Why did you decide to do a boudoir photo session?
I thought it would be a wonderful wedding gift for my fiance.

Why did you choose TAIT Photography?
I heard about you through SHE Lingerie, checked out the website and liked what I saw.

How did you prepare for your boudoir shoot?
I exercise regularly, but probably a little extra the month before! Bought some sexy lingerie, painted my nails.

Who are your boudoir photos for?
My fiance will be thrilled!!

How was the experience?
I had a really fun time, was only nervous for the first minute or so.

How do you feel about your boudoir photos?
I really love them! I had a lot of favorites and it was so hard to pick! I loved a lot of the ones of just my face as well, but because of the purpose of this gift I chose ones that showed my body as well.

Did you have your Hair & Makeup done at the studio?
Yes, it was fun and looked good in the pics!

Why should other women do a boudoir shoot for themselves?
Fun, Feel good about yourself, Do something special for someone in your life or for yourself!

Why did you decide to book a boudoir session?
I saw Tait Photography at a show and was really impressed with the idea, when I got home that night I looked up the website and within 5 minutes I had the session booked.

How did you prepare for your boudoir photo shoot?
I read through the FAQ and looked online for inspiration. I looked through lingerie websites and found poses and images I liked. I asked Erica to pose me like the samples I found.

Who are your boudoir images for?
The images were for my husband, as a Valentine’s gift, and he was thrilled with the idea.

How was your boudoir photography experience?
I thought it was great. Erica is fantastic at directing the poses. I felt really good and was very excited.

How do you feel?
I love the images and I am not the only one. My best girlfriend thought they were stunning – so did my husband. I liked the ones with the black top the most, but really out of every outfit series, I have several that I love.

Interesting story?
The make-up artist was great. I had an awesome time with her and enjoyed the entire 3 hours.

Why should other women do a boudoir shoot?
Other women should do a boudoir shoot because you are worth it. It made me feel fantastic and sexy.

Due to career ambitions we are unable to display N’s photos, but she still had some nice things to say!

Why did you decide to have a boudoir photography session?
I really wanted to feel sexy, not just cute, and this session definitely did that!

Why did you choose TAIT Photography for your boudoir shoot?
I really like how Erica brings out and shows the personal beauty in everyone.

How did you prepare for your boudoir session?
I would highly recommend getting the professional make-up and hair. It was a great way to relax and calm your nerves before the session. Plus you end up looking smoking hot which helps add to your confidence.

Who are your boudoir images for?
The pictures were for my boyfriend and for me. My boyfriend was really impressed! There was one picture he really likes and he keeps asking, we’re ordering that one right? For me I wanted to feel beautiful. And I did.

How was your boudoir photography experience?
The experience was nothing I had ever experienced before. Erica coaches you the whole time and you can’t help but walk away with a huge smile on your face.

How do you feel about your boudoir images?
I have too many favourites at this point! Overall it was a great experience!

Why should other women do a boudoir photoshoot?
It’s fun, it’s a confidence booster, and a great way to celebrate who you are.

One of things we like best about boudoir and beauty photography is that it shows a woman that she possesses the same beauty as women that are often idolized in magazines. Here is a “before & after” series of photos for a makeover we did at the studio. Hair & Makeup by Melissa Ladner.

In addition to boudoir sessions, we also offer makeup applications for special occasions such as weddings as well as make-up lessons.

Click the play button to watch the transformation:

If you are interested in being part of a beauty transformation project, please contact us.

Boudoir sessions are available at our studio in Calgary during the week and on most weekends. Our makeup artist is available to give you a complete makeover and style your hair beautifully for your boudoir photoshoot. Boudoir photos make a great gift for anniversaries, weddings, or engagements. A lot of women also do the session just for themselves – to celebrate a birthday, weight loss, or other milestone in their life. All sessions photographed by a female photographer. For more info, please contact us.

Weddings in Alberta recently featured our boudoir work in the premiere issue of their magazine. The article is filled with tips to help you prepare for your boudoir session and know what to expect. You can read the full article here.

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French for a woman’s bedroom or private setting room, boudoir photography is almost as old as the camera itself. Boudoir photography has been popular ever since, featuring women in various tasteful states of undress, becoming more risqué at times (often with major celebrities). Jean Harlow was photographed in the 1920s, and boudoir has remained popular, acting as a major part of the pinup craze in the 1940s and 50s, and is now a rising trend for brides to give their grooms-to-be. TAIT Photography dishes on everything you need to know about boudoir shoots, giving answers to some of your questions! Photos By TAIT Photography

Why is boudoir photography popular for brides?
Being photographed as a bride-to-be is a wonderful time. Near to the wedding, most women are actively working on their physical appearances—making sure she is in-shape and beautiful for the big day. It also helps each woman see herself in a new light, more like the way their loved one sees them, rather than with all the flaws automatically perceived when she looks in the mirror. This is the perfect time to capture yourself at your best. It is a fun, enjoyable experience and definitely should be a reward every bride gives herself for all the hard work with wedding planning. The images you get from the session are a huge self-confidence booster and a gift to yourself as well as your groom. Most women surprise their groom with the photos and I think it’s a fun way to build excitement and anticipation for your walk down the aisle.

What happens at a boudoir Shoot?
At TAIT Photography, our clients come to the studio an hour early to have their hair and makeup done. The professional makeup artist we have on our staff has expertise in doing make-up for the purpose of being photographed, and uses the client’s input on the type of look they want for their shoot. It’s also a nice pampering experience that helps calm the nerves before the photo shoot. After hair and makeup is done, the clients come into the completely private shooting area and the dressing room. I will take a look at all of the outfits the client brings and help them put together their looks if needed. I have a small accessory closet that the women can borrow from to add to their outfits, such as thigh-high stockings, birdcage veils, and heels. A lot of women like to have a few images with only the white sheets and we usually end the session with some “in-between the sheets” types of photos.

Do I have to be sexy or seductive?
Boudoir photos are not only sexy or seductive, they can also be playful and fun. I like to do a combination of expressions in each pose so there are plenty to choose from. Some women think they have to be models or know how to pose already but that is definitely not the case. I fully direct each pose and tell what expressions to give, so the client can just relax and enjoy the experience.

What do I wear?
We recommend that the women bring 3 to 5 outfits, and it is also popular to do the shots in between the sheets in addition to the outfits they bring. Types of clothing that clients bring include lingerie, tight jeans, mini skirts, bikinis, wedding night attire, sexy dresses, and workout outfits. We recommend avoiding clothing with lots of patterns because solid colours are generally the most flattering and photograph best.

What about women that are shy?
Most women I photograph are shy, and everybody is nervous at first. A boudoir session is a lot easier than it seems, and everyone leaves telling me how much fun they had. We usually start with the least revealing outfit first, and once the client is comfortable, continue onto other outfits. If you are comfortable wearing a bathing suit on the beach, then the boudoir session is not much different!

The Details:
Sittings are typically an hour (although several packages are available), and include a lot of proofs to choose from. Women generally bring between 3 to 5 outfits for their shoot. Many outfits are lingerie, but you can bring other items, especially those that are significant to your fiancé such as a sports jersey, button down shirt, or something related to his profession. Albums are the most popular way to give the images. The brides usually select between 10 to 30 of their favorite images to give to their groom in the album. Although many women are surprised at how good the images already look un-retouched, each image ordered is airbrushed and enhanced to look perfect for the album. We retouch the images for things like blemishes, wrinkles and under-eye circles. We also do calendars, canvases, and large prints for those who want a different kind of product to enjoy their images.

What are some special spins that TAIT photography puts on boudoir?
We offer a “Book With a Friend” discount, so if you come into the studio on the same day as a friend, you both get a discount off your session fee. We have session discounts for cancer survivors or those currently undergoing any cancer-related treatment. Each year during Breast Cancer Awareness Month in October, we give away a free photo shoot package to one or more cancer survivors. We also honor our military wives and service-women with discounts on their session, and each year donate a photo session package to a military wife or service woman.

Who are your boudoir photos for?
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These images are for my fiance. I plan to have him receive his gift on the day of our wedding. I think he will be really surprised and even more anxious to see me. I wish I could see his reaction, but I like the idea of building up the anticipation.” -Tiffany

“The images are for my husband—and he was amazed! His jaw literally dropped on every picture that he saw.” -Carrie

Why did you decide to have a boudoir photography session?
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I wanted to be able to give my groom-to-be an extra special wedding gift — and one that he would never expect!” -Krystal

How was the experience?
“The experience was much more relaxed than I expected. I especially appreciated Erica’s guidance throughout the shoot as to how to position myself, where to look, etc. It made me confident that she knew exactly what she was doing so I could just relax, follow her instructions, and let her do the work. The studio was a nice private setting that allowed me to feel comfortable in my own skin without worrying about who was going to see me half naked!” -Jessica

The idea of having boudoir photos taken for a Valentine’s Day gift was written about in this weekend’s Calgary Metro newspaper.

For men, giving the gift of a boudoir session to their loved one is the perfect Valentine’s Day present. It is the ideal way give your woman a fun and pampering experience that is also a big boost for her self-confidence. At the same time, giving a boudoir session tells her that you think she is beautiful and lover her the way she is right now. You also get some sexy photos to have forever and that you will both appreciate in years to come.

For women, it is a lot of fun having hair & makeup done with our professional makeup artist and then getting boudoir photos taken with the comfort of a female photographer. The photos will make you feel confident, and allow you to see the beauty in yourself that he already sees in you.

Click here to purchase a boudoir session gift certificate or visit our FAQ for more information.

I had the wonderful opportunity to go back on the radio at Virgin 98.5 Calgary to reveal Dani’s Photos. You can listen to our conversation and view a few of her boudoir pics below!

Dani’s Boudoir Reveal – Segment 1

Dani’s Boudoir Reveal – Segment 2

Virgin Radio formerly Calgary Vibe 98.5

If you want to surprise your hubby or boyfriend with boudoir photos for Christmas book a session for this weekend! We still have a few spots available on both Saturday and Sunday in Calgary. The sessions are $150 and hair & makeup can be added for $80. Both the makeup and photoshoot are held at our studio in Inglewood. Bring 3 to 4 of your favorite outfits and we can help you accessorize. You will be completely coached on posing and expression throughout the shoot.

Click here to book your boudoir session in Calgary

This past weekend I photographed Dani from the Morning Show on Virgin Radio 98.5 (formerly the Vibe). She was really nervous before coming in for her boudoir session, which is normal for everyone. But after getting pampered by having hair & makeup done at the studio then she was excited and ended up having a fun time in the photo shoot! You can hear a few clips of Dani on air discussing her experience:
Dani’s Boudoir Experience – Segment 1
Dani’s Boudoir Experience – Segment 2
Dani’s Boudoir Experience – Segment 3
Dani’s Boudoir Experience – Segment 4
Dani’s Boudoir Experience – Segment 5
Dani’s Boudoir Experience – Segment 6
Dani’s Boudoir Experience – Segment 7

Here’s the package with album that I will be delivering to Dani this morning!