Atlanta Portrait and Boudoir Photography
So, you’re thinking about a boudoir photoshoot. What next?
Research shows that people regret more of what they don’t do, as opposed to what they did do.
I say this because I’m often told that a boudoir session has been on someone’s bucket list for ages and they just wish they had not waited so long! I fully understand that this may feel like quite the vulnerable thing to do. I’m proud of you for even making it this far! Often enough, my clients come to me extremely nervous and laugh as they tell me they almost cancelled their session on the way there.
Here’s the beautiful thing, though. I start to see people relax and let their walls down while we’re shooting. I can actually see the moment when it just clicks for my client and they embrace this incredible, special moment. It’s really freakin’ cool. And I promise you can do it, too.
When my client tells me that I made them feel comfortable and beautiful, I know I’ve done my job.
Here’s a quick guide to the process of having a boudoir session at ERP:
Fill out the contact form
Complimentary consultation call
Book your date
Sign your contract
Prep Guide
Payment Plan (optional)
Questionnaire (3 days before)
Shoot Day
Ordering Appointment
Receive your order
More details on the process
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The first step to booking is filling out the contact form. Click > HERE < to go directly to the form. You’ll get an email with some info and a text (during business hours) from my studio manager, Caity, to schedule your consultation call. This call is really just to answer any of your questions and get to know you. Don’t worry, there is no obligation to book during this call and we aren’t pushy. You can go over dates with Caity and she can book you if you’re ready to go. You can also go directly to my calendar to choose your session date > HERE <
To secure your date, you’ll pay your session fee. The session fee is $500. This covers your hair and makeup, access to our client wardrobe with sizes XS-5XL, and your shoot time. The session fee doesn’t include any products or digital images.
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Once you’re in our calendar, you’ll sign your contract. This contract is to ensure you are up to date with our policies. You’ll also receive an incredibly in depth prep guide. I’ve spent years (not kidding) curating this prep guide to answer questions before you even know you have them! The guide goes over the do’s and do not’s of how to prepare, what to wear, where to shop, and what to expect. Wardrobe is consistantly the number one concern my clients have. I have a long list of a variety of places to shop to help alleviate some of the confusion and frustration. I also have an extensive client wardrobe with new outfits that you get to keep.
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Many of my clients opt to pre-pay for their image order. You can do so by paying in full when you book, setting up a monthly payment plan with automatic invoices, or using Affirm, Shop Pay, or PayPal Credit. The sooner you set up your payment plan, the more months you have to pay so the lower your payments will be. Pricing starts at $1800.
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3 days before your session you will receive a questionnaire to fill out online. This will help me completely personalize your day. I want to know what kind of hair and makeup you like, your favorite parts of yourself, why you chose to have a session, etc. After all, this is about you.
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The big day! When you come in for your session, you will probably have plenty of butterflies fluttering. My team and I know this and we pride ourselves in making everyone feel comfortable and welcomed. We start by going through any outfits you brought. You’ll put on your robe and take your seat in our makeup chair. You’ll talk with our hair and makeup team about your preferences. You can sip on coffee or champagne and lt us glam you up. This part takes 1-1.5 hours. You’ll get one hair and makeup look, so we like to have variety in your clothing!
When hair and makeup is done, your stylists will head out and I will go through wardrobe options with you and let you know what I’d like you to wear. As we’re shooting, I direct you from head to toe. I demonstrate each and every pose to help you visualize what I’m having you do. I will talk you through each movement and direction. You truly do not need to know a thing about being photographed. You only need to be able to follow step by step directions. There is no such thing as being un-photogenic. You just need the right coach!
I generally have my clients wear 3-5 looks during a normal session. If you’re interested in wearing one of our Lux Robes or the Dream Wings, make sure to let me know! You can opt to be photographed nude or stay dressed the entire time. There is no pressure, ever. This is about you and what makes you feel beautiful!
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After we are all done shooting we will schedule your ordering appointment. This is about 2 weeks after your session. At this appointment you will see all of your finalized images (so exciting!) and choose the ones you’d like to order. We will go through cover and sizing options, add on options, and any other custom options.
We have albums in 3 different sizes, display products, wall art, and fun add ons, as well as digital collections.
Most products are shipped in 2-4 weeks. Digitals are sent in 24 hours.
You can pay for your order with cash, check, credit or debit card, Affirm, Shop Pay, or PayPal Credit if you didn’t prepay.
A couple of other things to note:
We have an amazing Facebook Group where you can make connections, share stories, play games, and gush over everyone’s photos (only shared with permission). Click > HERE < to join the group. The group is for women only.
We have each client sign a model release with their sharing preferences. So, no worries if you’re concerned about your images being shared. We only share if you allow us to.
Our gorgeous studio is now located in Canton, Georgia and we often have clients travel from out of state to shoot with us!
You can bring a friend with you to your session if you’d like. I just ask that they be a positive energy in the room.
I specialize in maternity boudoir, couples boudoir, and solo empowerment sessions. I love to incorporate things that are personal to you but don’t stress about bringing too many props. The focus should be on you.
