I remember the exact moment I learned to be ashamed of my body. I was 5 years old, inside my bedroom, alone, standing in front of my window. A small group of neighborhood kids around my age, my friends, were in my front yard on the...
When Ms N inquired about a session, she told me about a rare skin disorder she has called Darier's Disease. We did her consultation via Zoom, because she's not local, so she described how this disorder affects her. She said it's quite unsightly at...
Phew! 2020 was a doozie! Even with how wild this last year was, I'm feeling so incredibly grateful for my amazing clients that stuck by my side - through thick & thin. I appreciate you all more than you will ever know. During the shut down,...
I’m part of an amazing project by a group of boudoir photographers, from all over the world. It's called “The Sisterhood of the Traveling Gown”, and was created by Teri Hofford. We were loaned a beautiful gown by Trista Smith of Reclamation. A group of...
HMUA: Nikki Blackburn - Hair StylistHandmade Earrings: Fringe and FoxPhotographer: Katia Forero Photography I am a big believer in practicing what you preach. I do my best to step in front of a camera as often as I can...
I've known Lauren for almost 8 years now. Wow, time flies. In those 8 years, we've supported each other through new jobs, the birth of my 2nd child, opening new businesses and my new studio, car accidents, new relationships, the end of others...
Did you know when you sign a model release, there are multiple options? Most importantly, when you sign any kind of model release, the images are not tagged with you or connected to you in any way. I typically only use your first initial when writing...
Here at Torrid Boudoir, I’d like to check in with you and give a quick update on how we are coping with COVID19. We are committed to protecting public health, and have been closely monitoring the Coronavirus climate and its impact on health and safety. We want...
It's now the 1st day of March 2020 and I'm FINALLY working on my "Best of 2019" blog. Yeah, I'm way behind...
Cover Image By Uiliaaa // Julia Ch Before becoming a facilitator of the Body Image Bootcamp, I went through the course myself; you know - walk the walk. I'm very thankful I did. Honestly, I believe I went into it with a bit of a chip...
Danice had been in my private, ladies only, Facebook group for a while and mentioned wanting to book her shoot in the future, so I was extra excited when she finally contacted me to book her shoot. She envisioned creating some wall art for her...
One of my favorite beauty hacks that I share with my clients is an awesome face mask that leaves your face feeling as smooth and soft as a ...
Most people hear the word “boudoir” and jump to the conclusion…. naked photos. Okay yes, that is partly right...
This is a question I'm asked very often: How did you get into shooting boudoir? I originally fell in love with photography back in high school in the dark room with an old film camera of my Dad's. I went to college & became a certified Recreation Therapist,...
Booking a boudoir session is a HUGE deal. Like I always say, this is not your every day, or typically even every year, photo shoot. I consider these fantasy sessions with all the bells & whistles. This is not a decision you will want to...
I've known Jessica since high school. She's actually the one that introduced me to the genius musician, Ani DiFranco. I fell in love with her music so hard and have since named my own daughter Ani, after her. So, thank you, Jessica!! Jessica is a life...