We have boudoir photo sessions scheduled in Edmonton for this Sunday, August 21st. Future sessions will be on October 28th.
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Why did you decide to do a boudoir session?
My boyfriend is overseas in Afghanistan and I wanted to do something fun and exciting for him!
Why did you choose TAIT Photography for your boudoir photos?
They came highly recommended, were fairly priced and seemed very friendly yet still professional.
How did you prepare for your boudoir session?
I went shopping with friends to find some good, appropriate outfits and then made a girls day out it.
Who are your boudoir photos for?
They are for my boyfriend, and he was very surprised and excited about the pictures!
How was the experience?
It was fun, and completely comfortable. I never felt nervous, and I was impressed because I didn’t really have to figure anything out myself, I was guided through the whole experience.
How do you feel about your boudoir photos?
I love my images, my favourite ones are the ones in my boyfriends shirt, I thought they were very special and I loved the poses. I got to do this with 2 other friends and it was a blast, the makeup artist was fantastic and fun, and so was Erica, she seemed very kind. I felt completely comfortable with the whole experience, I would recommend this to any women I know!
Why should other women do a boudoir photo shoot?
Because it is fun, something for yourself and that special someone, and because it makes you feel good about yourself once you see the beautiful pictures!
Our next Edmonton, AB boudoir photography sessions are May 13th & August 21st.
To reserve a session, please go to the Edmonton Boudoir Photography reservation page.
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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
This is the perfect opportunity for boudoir photos in Red Deer before Christmas. We are doing something a little different — instead of having sessions in a hotel, I will be shooting the sessions at The Bra Lounge in Red Deer. The Bra Lounge is a beautiful boutique lingerie store now open in their new location in downtown Red Deer off Gaetz Ave South. We have put together a package for you that includes the photo session, an album with 10 retouched images, makeup by Joanne Ward of Bold Beauty, and a $50 gift certificate to use at The Bra Lounge towards lingerie for your shoot.
Sessions will be held on Sunday, November 14th. You can view pricing and reserve a spot on the Red Deer Boudoir photo sessions booking page.
The last opportunity to have boudoir pics taken with TAIT Photography prior to Christmas in Edmonton will be on November 5th. All albums, prints and other products ordered from this boudoir event will be delivered before Christmas. Sessions are held at a hotel on Whyte Avenue.
To book your session, please go to the Edmonton Boudoir Photography booking page.
What made you want to have a boudoir session?
I have always wanted to get something like this done for my boyfriend – what guy wouldn’t want this done it’s the best gift! I wanted to do it for myself as well, to give me a boost of confidence and to do something different and out of the ordinary.
How did you prepare for the session?
I looked over the website a lot and e-mailed to ask questions. My girlfriends helped me shop for some lingerie I had certain outfits in mind so the shopping wasn’t hard to do!
Who are the images for?
My boyfriend, it was our two year anniversary that just passed and I’ve been wanting to get this done for him for a long time it was perfect timing.
Have you given your boudoir photos to your boyfriend yet? What did he think?
Yes I showed him the pictures I pulled up the one of me in his Monster jersey on the screen and when he walked in the door that’s the first thing he saw on the computer and I was wearing it too. At first he thought I had just taken the pictures myself but the closer he looked he saw they were way too good and that it was on the internet he was totally shocked! He loves them!
What did you think of the experience of having the images done?
I was nervous at first but getting the hair and makeup done helped it was fun and relaxing and I didn’t think I could look that pretty! So my confidence went up and I felt comfortable when Erica was taking the pictures I didn’t mind being in my underwear in front of her at all.
How do you feel about your images?
They’re great I didn’t want to look cheap lol and they certainly look how I expected – very classy and tasteful. I’m very happy with the results and I think I would do it again when I’m pregnant or if I loose weight as an accomplishment.
Which images are your favourites?
I really like all of them there were only about 5 pictures I didn’t add to my favorites. I think I really like the ones with my legs up I really like my legs and feet and so does my boyfriend. My other most favorite is in my purple colored outfit and you can’t see my face just my body I couldn’t believe that was me!
Is there any other info or interesting story about your experience?
I just want to say thank you to everyone that helped me feel the way I do and I have already told a bunch of my girlfriends about it so I think they will be signing up soon. It was a fun experience and I think it’s a great surprise for anyone to give to their spouse no matter what age, what size, you can show how beautiful you are.
The next boudoir photography sessions in Edmonton will be on September 3rd
To book a session, please go to the Edmonton boudoir booking page.
