Monthly Archives: March 2009

brides and todays boudoir photography

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Today’s boudoir photography has transcended the unnatural poses of the past. The nouveaux boudoir is all about glamour and female empowerment. It is no wonder so many women are seeking to have one of these sessions. For some of you, the idea of taking off your clothes and being photographed by a complete stranger might sound intimidating, so here is the rundown as far as what to look for or expect from a boudoir photographer.
What is Boudoir Photography? Modern boudoir photographers focus on creating a feminine intimate portrait that reflects your sensual personality. The actual word “boudoir” implies something soft and sensual rather than erotic. Boudoir photography should resemble sexy perfumes ads or sensual Victoria Secret commercials and your images will look like they belong in a magazine.
Who’s doing it? Everyone! It doesn’t matter the age, figure, or if you are a little less than perfect.
Photographers know how to light, position and direct you to look your best and overcome any body image issues; they have also mastered the art of Photoshop retouching and can produce incredible results. These photo sessions are all about fantasy and it is an amazing confidence boost! Ladies are giving the sessions to themselves (and sometimes their significant others) before they get married as a wedding gift. Newly married ladies are doing it before they become mothers or as a 1st anniversary gift (1st year is paper), or as an “I still got it honey!” anniversary gift after being married for many years. Military wives also give it to their husbands serving overseas
. article by Jennifer Skog

fabulous article written by a fabulous boudoir photographer. while the article states that this type of session is for everyone, the majority of clients i have had the opportunity to work with, have been brides to be. all wanting this session to be a unique and truly, one of a kind gift for their grooms. in celebration of this, i am offering a Pam Cooley Boudoir special to all brides…wether i am covering your wedding or not! my ‘Little Black Book’ session includes session time, the fabulous makeup artist, Abbey Luhring and the ‘book’ with 20 of your favorites from your session. the special will be available for the month of april …contact the studio for details!

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tying the knot june 13th 09
this engagement session was alot of fun! alicia designs buildings for her career and is a very creative one! and kyle…what can i tell you about kyle…GREAT guy! very comfortable, very natural in front of the lens! we bounced from location to location, most of which was completely spontaneous. and i could not be happier with the results!!

to my couple ~ YOU TWO ROCKED THIS SESSION!!!! thanks for a fab time last night and the wedding???? CANNOT WAIIIIIT!!!

a different post….

i typically keep everything on this blog related to what this blog IS … and most of the time i dont get too personal here. maybe a few fotos of the kids, the puppy and sometimes our horse. tonight a friend of mine sent me a video of a champion horse. this animal is incredibly beautiful and i want to share it with you. a little more on the personal side of me! we love these majestic animals and if you have not seen anything like this, i hope you will enjoy it!

LOve backyard weddings!!

had to add this post! with spring here and summer soon to follow, this blurb on green wedding shoes is FULL of inspiration and ways to truly make your wedding unique! a dear friend of my is having her july 17th wedding outdoors, similar to this style! i CANNOT wait to shoot it!!!
BACKYARD WEDDINGS
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St pats auction link!

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