The temperature in the room was mild, maybe even a bit warm, or was it me? Being anxious always makes me a little overheated. As I tell myself over and over there is nothing to be nervous about, I hear someone say “Ready to get started?” They must know I am nervous because they say …
As women we often feel we are not good enough, we compare ourselves to others and have a hard time overcoming our thoughts of negativity about ourselves. One of the biggest things that make women reluctant to do a boudoir shoot is the feeling they are not beautiful enough or their bodies are not good …
I love love love when clients give me feedback, write a review for me or send me a love note. It means a lot to me to hear how their experience went and how they feel about their photos. Here is a sweet review from one of my recent clients… “I found Couture Boudoir on …
Some clients I will never forget because they are either like old friends, or hilarious, or just memorable in some way. Mrs. L, I will always remember how cool you are! “Critsey, What a blast this entire process has been! I am so glad I did it and you were so great through the whole …
I am not going to start this article with the narrative that boudoir is for all body types including plus-size women. And do you want to know why? Because my curvy clients are some of the most confident, in love with themselves, women I have ever met! I do not need to preach to the …
By now you’ve probably heard about empowering portraits for women. If you’re here you’re may be curious to learn more, so let’s jump into it. Test Of Time Boudoir portraits are not the latest trend, boudoir has been around for centuries. It just did not have the name associated with these types of portraits until …
TIPS FOR SHOOTING BOUDOIR IN HOTELS AND OTHER LOCATIONS Shooting on location versus in studio not only provides variety, but it also gives you the possibility to offer different styles and themes to clients with little effort. Whether they want something traditional, modern, or unconventional, you will be able to accommodate their taste all by finding …
Top five reasons to add boudoir video to your photoshoot Want to see more example reels? Email me and I will share more with you. About Couture Boudoir Critsey Rowe, Couture Boudoir’s photographer, is an experienced, internationally published, and respected photographer who has dedicated her career to helping women feel comfortable and beautiful. With the …
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Recently an article came out on Expert Photography naming the top 20 boudoir photographer blogs. It is an honor to be listed and if you follow my blog you know how much love and passion I share here about boudoir. I adore sharing my knowledge with clients and photographers wanting to learn more about boudoir. …
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My photos turned out amazing!! You made me feel so comfortable and relaxed. You really know how to make problem areas disappear and to make us look like models. The hair and makeup was gorgeous as well! Without that I wouldn’t have felt as sexy or capable. Thanks so very much! ~CHLOE Hair and makeup …
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BRIDAL BOUDOIR: THE ULTIMATE GROOM’S GIFT Getting engaged, planning a wedding, and getting married can make you feel a deeply intense and wide range of emotions, from pure joy and excitement to anxiety and panic. Most of all, you will feel grateful that you get to take an important life step with the person you …
Hello there! Thank you for checking out my work. I hope you can see I adore what I do. Empowering women is my passion and I am here for you! BOOKING A FEMALE BOUDOIR PHOTOGRAPHER Most women are reassured that I am a female boudoir photographer. Being a female I understand women, how they want …
Let’s stop letting the media dictate how we feel about our bodies and let’s redefine the cultural conversation around beauty by showing the world just how beautiful we are! As women, we are always comparing ourselves to what we see in magazines and advertising. Always trying to strive for that perfect look and size. Thank …
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Fifteen years ago I photographed this beautiful couple for their wedding. I have photographed so many weddings and don’t always remember details from so long ago but this couple’s wedding I remember like it was yesterday because they were wild and honestly I had so much fun at their wedding. We remained friends on social …
What do you love about boudoir photography? There are so many things I love about boudoir photography! I love helping women see how unique they are. I love creating art that someone is going to cherish for a lifetime. There is so much satisfaction in knowing I encouraged a woman to be a bit braver, …
Boudoir helps women feel empowered and can boost confidence in their own bodies. The days are long gone when women used to suppress their desires and take a seat to what society expected of them. Goodbye 1950 and hello 20th century! Boudoir offers an opportunity to express yourself in a way that is exhilarating and …
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TEN TIPS ON SAVING TIME IN PHOTOSHOP BEFORE SHOOTING BOUDOIR Shooting a boudoir portrait session seems pretty simple. The client arrives, brings pretty things to wear, you shoot, all seems good. And then it gets complicated when it comes time to retouch, for one big reason. The subject is showing a lot more skin. There …
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Investing in yourself means you are putting time, money, and other resources into yourself to make your current life better and also your future. Instead of primarily just focusing on material things, you instead look for opportunities that will raise your self conscious and self-worth. This can make a huge impact on how you feel …
Do you want your boudoir shoot to have an editorial vibe? If you want your photos to look like they could be in a magazine then think outside the box and bring props that can add a story to your session. Typically small items that give your hands something to do work best. Editorial photos …