“How do you decide which images will be in color vs black and white?”

This is one of the most common questions that I get, but not from clients! I get this question from fellow boudoir photographers (and other genres) as they are getting started on their jorney, or as they are just trying to refine their skills.

The truth is, it’s VERY rare that I strongly feel one way or the other about a boudoir image’s edit. Occasionally I’ll capture in image that I know I’ll want to be in black and white, and those images are usually ones to do with movement (so a blurry boudoir hair flip) or light-shaping (silhouette shots and boudoir images with subtle highlights on the skin).

Regardless of MY preference, it really boils down to whatever the client prefers. Sometimes clients come in to our boudoir studio and say they prefer black and white, but then when they see their images they are in love with the color photos. Sometimes it happens the other way around. The best part about being one of our boudoir clients? You get to see BOTH versions when we view your boudoir images! The extra bonus? Any digital images purchased/selected after your boudoir session will come with both versions, so the decision can be left up to our clients.

Here are a few of my favorite: “Color or BW???” images as of late!

I love this maternity boudoir photo! The gold tones look so beautiful in the color image

Initially I was sure I'd prefer all color images from this weekend of cabin boudoir sessions, but the black and white also feels cozy!

Lace can look SO different in color and black and white images! I really don't know which I prefer for this tushy boduori shot.

Satin bedding is SO pretty for boudoir, and honestly I love how it picks up light and color no matter which version of the image is selected.

Ready to book your OWN boudoir session (and make the color vs black and white decision on your own)? Schedule a free consultation or your boudoir session right here!

Last year we broke into conceptual boudoir sessions, and our first location was here in Atlanta. Once these images were posted we had clients (past and future) ask about creating their OWN themed/concept shoot. Here’s how you can make it happen, too!

The first step to having your own concept shoot or themed shoot is to TELL us your ideas. Our studio, while fabulously beautiful with great light and furniture, is not always ideal for your idea. For example, I love the idea of a 70s style heart-shaped bathtub and sheepskin rug… but those things do not exist in our studio, and they aren’t getting shipped to me anytime soon. If you have a concept in mind, tell me so that we can start researching your best options. Do we need to rent a local spot to have your boudoir session? We could also potentially travel to a spot if it ends up being perfect. Your vision is incredibly important and we will absolutely sit on the internet until 4am researching the best place to make your vision a reality.

Spoiler alert, the first step is the only step. Let me also hit you with a cliche… “Communication is key”. Let’s talk about your shoot and your ideas. I LOVE creating fantasy sessions and themed sessions for clients! In fact, I just shot a 70s style Playboy boudoir shoot (but those images are private so I can’t share them with you).

Let’s shoot your dream boudoir session, whatever that might be.