I wanted to share my story about why I decided to do a session, because honestly, I feel like there’s a group of women similar to me that may have the same worries that I did.
On the one hand – I’m pretty similar to other ladies in the fact that I just wanted to feel better about myself. I wanted to see myself through the eyes of other people. I feel like the mirror has always shown me a very skewed version of myself — and like I said – I bet a lot of other women feel the same.
I’m a tomboy — always have been. As a lesbian in the LGBTQ+ community, I feel like some people still think there’s a certain mold of what “sexy” is supposed to look like. That tomboy or masculine can’t be seen as sexy. But as a woman and a human, we’re all sexy — just in different ways. I wanted to not only capture that – but I think more than anything, I wanted to prove that.
Ladies – I am so excited to tell you that Amy stayed true to me. She never tried to sway me toward her version, or society’s version, of sexy. She captured me. Exactly as I am. I felt so comfortable.
Even with makeup — which I never wear — the artists kept me natural. They highlighted just enough to make the details of my face stand out in the pictures. It felt authentic, like me with just a little enhancement. Nothing about it feel forced or unnatural. Everything came together perfectly.
Once I was in the studio – what surprised me the most was how at ease I felt.
When I saw those behind-the-camera images, I was blown away. Here I thought I looked awkward while posing, but the photos told a different story — it was like this supermodel side of me I didn’t know was there. Not even kidding!
The vibe was fun and relaxed. We laughed the whole time. Amy and I clicked immediately. We talked, told stories, had snacks — it felt like spending the day with your best friend, not like some stiff photoshoot where you’re nervous and tense, not knowing what to expect. They said I’d be amazingly comfortable – and going in (sorry Amy & Jillene) I didn’t believe that. But I’ll admit it – I was wrong – it was an absolute blast!
One thing I’ll make a note of for you clients that haven’t made it into the studio yet – when they say “maybe some stretching or Motrin” – ladies! I was sore afterward. Holy ****! Posing and moving takes it out of you. But it was worth every second. Amy somehow turns those uncomfortable-feeling poses into absolute magic.
Will I come back? Uh.. 100% yes. That first session lit something in me. And I ended up coming back for a mini session that was part of the “booty painting” session (if they do that again – grab your girlfriends and GO!) Again – it was so much fun! The second I walked back in, I was hooked all over again. I’d lost weight since my first session, my confidence had grown, and I even allowed myself to step outside MY box and try some outfits and ideas that I would have never tried before. Why? because she makes you feel sexy in your own skin! It doesn’t matter (that much) about what you’re wearing – or not wearing. It’s how you feel. And damn, I felt good. I’m already craving that experience again. I want that high of a full session all over again — and I will be back.
✨ For me, boudoir wasn’t about fitting into someone else’s box of “sexy.” It was about finally seeing myself — the real me — and realizing she’s stronger, bolder, and more beautiful than I ever gave her credit for.