Tuesday, 4 February 2014

How do I choose a Boudoir Photographer?

J’Adore Boudoir Photography!!

...but we’ve noticed that there are quite a few studios popping up lately, who are also advertising Boudoir (The most recent photography trend to sweep across Europe & land here in Perth)!

Boudoir Photography is an incredibly powerful art form, not just for the images, but for the way it’s making women across the world feel empowered, beautiful & confident!
**Not to be confused with the ‘Glamour’ style from the 1980s!**

So we just wanted to give a few pointers to the ladies (and gents!) who are looking at having their very own Boudoir Experience. Please pass this info on to them & have a read through yourself, to make sure you select the best photographer for YOU!




Point #1
Trust your instincts!
Those of us who adore the beautiful & empowering Boudoir genre are 100% dedicated to providing a unique, personal, relaxed & professional experience for each of our clients.
Just remember: Not all photographers are the same...

This leads us to...

Point #2
Do your research!
Your Boudoir experience will be a sensual, beautiful, emotional & somewhat vulnerable one. You need to feel completely comfortable with that person behind the lens.
Although Boudoir is not necessarily about being ‘nude’, you will be revealing a very personal & private side of yourself, to be captured in the most artistic & gorgeous way!
a)      Look through their website & facebook page, to get a feel for their personality.   **If they don’t have a website – be on high alert!!**
b)      Most importantly, make sure that you feel a connection to their images. If you don’t, then they aren’t the right photographer for you. Simple.
c)       Check out how long they have been in business. Are they a start-up, trying to begin a portfolio, or are they going strong. The majority of small businesses close their doors after 3 years! So use this as a guide.

When it comes to price...

Point #3
Know what you’re getting for your money!
Once you’ve shortlisted your potential Boudoir Photographers, give them a call & have a chat. Are they up front about their pricing? Is it easy to understand? Are their packages within your budget?
Be careful with amazingly cheap offers. You get what you pay for...
**Hint: It may seem like an unbelievable price on the surface, so dig deeper to make sure you won’t be stuck with hidden extra costs later!**
**Remember the old adage: Quality over Quantity – Do you want one beautiful art piece...or 10 ‘snapshots’**


So, having saved the most imperative for last, our final (but most important) piece of advice...

Point #4
How will it make you feel?
There’s a very fine line between empowering, beautiful & feminine imagery, to feeling objectified.
Sensual vs Sexual.
Arty vs Tarty.

At the end of the day, the photographer you choose to help capture your beautiful Boudoir Images needs to be someone who makes you feel relaxed, pampered & comfortable enough to be yourself!




Here are some other questions to ask yourself before you begin your search for your perfect Boudoir Photographer:

-          Would you prefer a male OR a female photographer?
-          Would you feel more comfortable with a professional team OR a solo photographer?
-          Would you feel best at a home studio OR a city studio?





We hope this info has been helpful, & inspires you to have your own incredible Boudoir Experience soon!


Love,
The Verge Girls xo

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