Oklahoma City Couples Boudoir | When Souls Collide

I loved hanging out with Nikki and Emily and getting to hear about their relationship during their couples boudoir session in October. These two booked a session to celebrate 9 years together and 4 years married, and the joy and peace they had being in each other’s presence was an absolute honor and pleasure to be surrounded by as I hung out with them that morning through the afternoon.

To have a more intimate feel, they borrowed a relative’s home for their boudoir session, and after Nikki whipped me up a delicious sweet potato and bacon hash brown casserole (um, I’d like to have this happen more often, yes please!) we got to shooting. Check out the portraits below from this sweet and delectable (or should I say, edible) couples boudoir session!

What 3 things were you most nervous about going into your session?

1. Being naked in front of a stranger

2. I thought I'd hate myself in the pictures

3. Maybe that’s all

How did the reality of your session compare to your expectations going into it?

Reality was MUCH more comfortable than what we expected.

What was your favorite part of the experience?

Favorite part has got to be the image reveal, but DURING the shoot, my favorite part was Ore’s prompts. The "what do you like, not love" question is gonna stick with me for sure.

How do you feel now that you've completed the session?

Amazing. Literally telling every couple and woman I know to book this shit immediately.

Is there anything at all you wish we would have done differently or think we could do to further enhance the experience in the future?

I think our only regret is not booking more time as there were scenes we didn't have time to get to!

Would you recommend Intimate Lens Studio to others?

Absolutely, already have.

Would you do a boudoir session again?

Most def, I'll have my people call your people.

In 500 words or less, based on your experience, what would you tell someone who was thinking about booking a boudoir session with Intimate Lens Studio?

Absolutely a couples sesh is an amazing experience, even for someone who thinks they'd never be comfortable like that. The experience of the shoot, combined with the photos we get to keep is worth every penny.

What was your absolute most favorite photo from your boudoir session, and what makes it special?

Black and white tub make out....I love our connection in the photo, but the composition & lighting make it.

Anything I haven't asked that you would like to add?

No questions, but we'd like to add that you're amazing and so talented it's scary.

Oklahoma City Male Boudoir | Halloween Creative Session

For this year’s Halloween creative photoshoot, I was inspired by the “sexy bunny” photoshoot done for Ariana Grande’s “Dangerous Woman” album, released in 2016. I loved the photos, and was inspired to do my own take on the “sexy bunny” theme, but with a more masculine theme.

So I partnered with one of my amazing muses Jon Stombres who accepted the “sexy bunny” challenge.

To say I had a blast during this photoshoot would be an understatement; it was a combination of leather, fairy dust, and lace, and made for an overall winning combination.

My makeup artist Gaby Zegans started the transformation by giving Jon a smokey eye/glowly look makeover. After makeup, and once Jon put on the stockings, harness, leather jacket and bunny mask, I know it would be amazing. And the 5 inch heels taking Jon from his already tall 6’2 height to 6’7 was just icing on the cake.

We played with different poses and expressions for a mixture of serious, funny, masculine, feminine, and I also photographed Jon while he was eating snacks. So it was definitely a well rounded photoshoot. I hope you enjoy!

Toronto Couples Intimate Lifestyle Portraits (Part II) | Rob and Mark-Che

I had the opportunity to work with two amazing souls, Rob and Mark-Che, on a creative couples boudoir session. Today, I’m sharing photos from the morning of the couples boudoir session. This is Part II of the series. In Part I, I shared more about my initial idea for this creative couples boudoir session, and shared more editorial style photos from the shoot in the second part of the day. To check out Part I, click here.

While this was a couples boudoir “strangers session” - with Rob and Mark-ché only meeting for the very first time the morning of the session - their chemistry was instantaneous and amazing to capture.

Before we even got started photographing, we all discussed personal boundaries, comfort levels, and making sure that the photoshoot would be a safe and welcoming environment for everyone. In addition, Rob and Mark-Che had some one-on-one time together before the photoshoot to grab food and hang out, which really helped them to be able to relax and get comfortable with each other in front of the camera.

That being said, they were both nervous in the beginning of the session. However, we were all open to experimenting, having fun, and seeing how things would unfold. There were no expectations for how the creative session would turn out, and that really helped us all to let loose, play, and let the magic unfold.

You can see how the creative session unfolded in the photos below. Stay tuned for Part III, where I’ll share some of my favorite intimate couples portraits utilizing a bathtub. You definitely won’t want to miss it!

Oklahoma City Couples Boudoir | Nick and Amanda

Nick and Amanda's session was full of lots of laughter and fun. Both Amanda and Nick described their relationship as goofy, fun and very playful, and it was evident throughout their couples boudoir session how comfortable they were together. After being in a relationship for over two years, it was clear to see the genuine love and affection they had for each other.

 I like to incorporate couples personal interests into a couples boudoir session as much as possible, and Nick and Amanda's couples boudoir session was no exception. 

They brought collars, harnesses and chains with them, and we were able to incorporate them into their couples boudoir session for some light BDSM, while also focusing on capturing the connection and intimacy between the two of them.

 You can see all of the goodness from their session below!

Las Vegas Dance Inspired Intimate Lifestyle Portraits | Tom

I traveled to Las Vegas back earlier this year in February to teach a class on capturing intimacy and connection with couples boudoir (I’ll be sharing more about that in a future blog post), and while there I had the opportunity to work with and photograph an amazing dancer/performer by the name of Duy Phat (Tom) Le. We were connected by a mutual friend, who I am eternally grateful for helping us meet, and were able to create some dancer inspired boudoir magic on a beautiful Sunday afternoon in Las Vegas.

 Tom was open to experimenting and playing around to see what we could create. No expectations, no pressure, just an opportunity to play outside the box with no pressure to do anything other than experiment and see what we could come up with.

 And now I’m excited for the opportunity to share our results with you!  

Las Vegas Intimate Couples studio and lifestyle portraits | mark and brett

I had an amazing time photographing Mark and Brett in Las Vegas, Nevada earlier this fall.

This couples boudoir session was extra special, because it was one of my first couples boudoir sessions to offer two types of shooting styles in one session - a more formal studio portrait session, along with a lifestyle couples boudoir session that is part of my current offerings.

The love, respect and playfulness between these two was evident throughout the entire session, creating beautiful intimate photos of their amazing connection.

The photos below are highlights from their couples boudoir session, along with reflections on their overall experience.

Enjoy!

What was your motivation for scheduling a couples session?

“…wanting more intimate photos of us together.”

What made you choose Intimate Lens Studio?

“Classy and beautiful photography that seemed personal.”

What 3 things were you the most nervous about going into your couples session?

“Being intimate in front of the camera, the process being authentic, and looking good but authentic.”

What was your favorite part of the experience?

“The laughing and joking.”

How do you feel now that you've completed the couples session?

“I feel great! It was fun and relaxing and learned a lot.”

Would you recommend Intimate Lens Studio to others? Would you do a couples boudoir session again?

“Yes!”

Based on your experience, what would you tell someone who was thinking about booking a couples session with Intimate Lens Studio?

“I would say, be prepared to understand what it is you’re looking for, and then let go of expectations. Be ready to play and the camera makes no noise! Haha”

Dallas Intimate Lifestyle Portraits | Madison

What was your motivation for scheduling a boudoir session?

I was at a place in my life when I was questioning my self-worth when I saw the opportunity to do a boudoir session. Having worked with Ore previously, I found some comfort in being able to step out of my comfort zone with someone I trust as I did something solely for me.

What made you choose Intimate Lens Studio?

Ore's artistry is beautiful! She does such an incredible job of capturing the energy and emotion in a person or even between people. Her images aren't an over-sexualized presentation of a body, but rather a glimpse into the very heart of a person. I was excited for the opportunity to be a part of that and to see myself through her lens.

What were you nervous about going into your session?

I've grown up in an era in which the beauty standards presented by media are, if anything, unattainable. This skewed representation of physical ideals and my own disordered patterns of thinking have created a sense of body dysmorphia that I've learned to live with since childhood. I knew going into this experience with these foundations of what beauty is in my mind and of what I thought I "should look like" would make it difficult to relax and embrace the opportunity to step out of my comfort zone. I was prepared to struggle with seeing such personal images myself - body on display with all of my flaws open for criticism - without the ability to change any of it at that moment.

What was your favorite part of the experience?

Ore's passion for her art! The infectiousness of her positivity and joy in what she was creating gave me a unique mix of both calm and excitement. I felt comfortable following her cues, trusting in her to show a side of me that so few see. Our time together was spent with this feeling of excitement to see where her creativity would take me to get out of my comfort zone and, more importantly, out my own head so I could truly embrace the experience.

How do you feel now that you’ve completed the session?

It may seem dramatic to say, but I feel empowered. Being able to see myself represented in Ore's photography as a person with depth and complexity rather than as something to be objectified has instigated a shift in my thinking. I've started to see myself as more than a body to be judged by the standards of other people. There is far more value in the things my body is capable of doing rather than in the aesthetic it presents to anyone else.

Would you recommend Intimate Lens Studio to others?

Yes! Ore's infectious energy and bigger-than-life personality makes working with her more than just having your photo taken. It's an experience you'll always look back on with a huge grin and warmth in your heart.

Would you do a boudoir session again?

Absolutely! This experience has been eye-opening. Being able to see myself represented as what feels like art has made me feel beautiful in a way I didn't think possible.

In 250 words or less, based on your experience, what would you tell someone who was thinking about booking a boudoir session with Intimate Lens Studio?

Booking a session with Intimate Lens Studio is an experience I can't quite put into words. I walked in questioning my sanity and wondering if I was really able to allow myself to be so vulnerable. Within minutes of being with Ore, I felt this uplifting sense of excitement for what we would be doing together that day. That's a big part of the experience I had with Ore - we did this together, we created this art as a team. This wasn't me feeling isolated on the other side of a lens while I tried to cover up the things I didn't like about myself. The time I spent with Intimate Lens Studio was me learning to embrace my body and the energy I carry with the help of someone who saw more potential in me than I knew I had.

What Should You Wear to a Boudoir Session? Here are 3 Tips to Get You Ready to Rock Your Session

I want you to feel comfortable during your boudoir session.  That means if you feel sexy and gorgeous in frill and lace, than maybe a leather bondage suit shouldn’t be your first purchase for your boudoir session. However, if you already own said leather bondage suit, than bring that bad boy!

Here are 3 tips on what to bring to get you ready to rock your boudoir session:

1. Accentuate the Positive

Identify your specific body type, and buy outfits that flatter that body type.  Don’t worry about what works well for other body types.  Purchasing well-fitting and quality pieces for your body type helps you to worry less about not having the “perfect body”, and more on accentuating your “positive assets” - the parts of your body you love the most. 

2. Lingerie

There are several different types of lingerie options, but I find that bodysuits and teddies (which you can think of like lacy bodysuits) work well for varying body types, and in various sizes.   

3. Non-Lingerie

Don’t want to wear lingerie? I have several dress options to choose from.  Going for the more girl next door look?  Booty shorts, large button up sweaters and tube socks are a fun option.  Panties and a simple t-shirts are another great option.  Note that T-shirts are not a one size fits all option.  You can bring a crop tops, a form fitting t-shirt, a white t-shirt (to get wet), or even a t-shirt that skims your body and falls near the hips (clients can pull and tug on a longer t-shirt for a more sultry look).

For anything that you bring, make sure it fits your body.  I don’t recommend bringing anything that will leave marks on your skin (like a too tight fitting bra that once removed will leave indentions and/or cause marks on your skin) or have you feeling uncomfortable. 

 If your still concerned with what to wear, that’s not a problem.  I have you covered with a lingerie style closet with well over 300 pieces for you to choose from!  The sizes in my lingerie style closet range from XS to 3X and are designed for all different body types (with additional sizes available upon request). 

 I ask everyone to bring a nude thong, a black thong, one matching bra and panty set, and 2-4 pairs of your favorite high heels.

 Finally, note that if clothing just isn’t your thing, you always have the option of doing your boudoir session fully nude!