You get tired of hearing from me, right? Of course you do! Let's change it up a bit and let you hear from a real person (not that I photograph artificial persons, haha!). 

It's so refreshing to hear from other women that have gone through this boudoir experience. Boudoir does have the power to enhance your view of yourself, read for yourself! And if you're interested in finding out more about boudoir, get in touch! I'll do my best to answer all of your questions and I can even help you find the right photographer should I not be the one for you!

Thanks for reading! Now.... on to this lovely woman's personal account: 

1) How old are you... or if you prefer, who were you listening to at age 14 :)?

Well I’m 28… but at 14 I believe I was in love with N’Sync, Backstreet Boys, & Britney (I still am)

2) What do you do for a living?

I am a sales profession in luxury retail.

3) What/who made you decide to book a boudoir session?

I wanted to do something special for my fiancé for his wedding gift. I also wanted to do it for myself. When I was tossing the idea around, I came across Sarah's website/blog and immediately fell in love with the photos and thought “could I do that?”. I thought “What the hell… if it’s a total disaster, I’ll pretend it never happened."

4) Did you have any obstacles or fears about boudoir?

I’m not 100% with my body/self-confidnece, but who is really? I was nervous of having all of my imperfections highlighted. I don’t look in the mirror and think “Damn I look good.” So I was hesitate to believe I’d actually like the photos. (Not to mention getting down to my bare ass in front of another person whom was not my fiancé) 

5) Why did you choose OWN?

I chose OWN because Sarah's photos are absolutely stunning. EVERY SINGLE shot I looked at on her blog was phenomenal. Each and every one of those women were not only beautiful, but looked like they FELT beautiful. Her shots are artistic and classy. Each looked catered to the own individual woman with Sarah’s own artistic touch.

6) How was the actual session different from what you expected (if at all)?

It was actually a lot different than what I had imagined… for the better! I was worried I wouldn’t do it right and that I’d be uncomfortable the whole time. But from the very second I walked in the door I felt at ease. While it was a total BLAST, it was also hard work. I have a new appreciation for models (not that I’m comparing myself to a model) but all the posing and tilting and arching… I was sore the next morning. Barre shakes take on a whole new meaning when you’re doing a shoot with Sarah! 

7) What was your favorite part of the entire experience? (priming, the shoot, seeing images, giving the images..etc)

While seeing the images was AH-mazing, I think the best part was the actual shoot. She would give me some sneak peeks here and there and I’m over here like “WHAT?! OMG I’M SO PRETTY!” And that gave me a confidence boost to strut my stuff for her camera! I left that day feeling like a million bucks. We laughed and had champagne (which calmed my nerves a lot, but really I just LOVE champagne) and had an unforgettable and exceptional experience together.
 

8) How has the response been to your images?

While I haven’t shown them to my fiancé yet (SHHH! — He’ll see them the night of our wedding) I’ve shown some close friends and family. EVERYONE is dying over them! I haven’t had one negative response or anything short of absolute awe over them. I cannot wait to see his face when he sees them! (I’m literally having to force myself not to show him early).


9) What is your advice for women interested in such a session?

DO IT! DO IT! DO IT! I originally did this for my fiancé, but really now that it’s all done… I got more out of it. I feel sexy and glamorous. If I am every feeling down about myself or having a rough day, I look at those photos and instantly smile. It might sound a little conceded or egotistical—but women today (myself included) are so body-concious and we get caught up in the day-to-day grind that we forget to take time for ourselves. We need to love ourselves and appreciate our bodies. This helped me do that, and still does.


10) Did anything change about the way you see your own beauty as a result of this session?

As mentioned above, Sarah has helped me to see my own beauty. I am comfortable in my skin and proud of my body. I would totally wear lingerie to work if I could! Ha! 

For those that are tried of hearing me toot my own horn (side note, am I basically a 14 yr old boy or is 'toot' a funny word?)... I have an incredibly insightful client interview for you. 

At the beginning of my career I never would have imagined that boudoir would become such a huge part of my business. As boudoir slowly began to take over my hard drives and my dreams I also never imagined that I'd begin to see some of my clients multiple times! What an incredible honor to have someone trust me at ALL for their boudoir experience, let alone decide to come in and do it all over again. 

To hear from one such lovely lady, read her interview below!

1) How old are you... or if you prefer, who were you listening to at age 14 :)?

I am 50!

2) What do you do for a living?

I am an HR professional working for a global organization.

3) What/who made you decide to book a boudoir session?

I have done two boudoir sessions with Sarah! My first one was a Christmas gift for my husband – he slightly hinted that he would love to see me do a boudoir session someday.  

4) Did you have any obstacles or fears about boudoir?

I had fears about my first session – I imagine they are universal fears (e.g.: will I like the photos, is my butt too big, who am I to do this etc.).  Once you meet Sarah, all those fears melt away; Sarah has a gift for seeing beauty no matter what your shape or size and makes you feel instantly comfortable.

5) Why did you choose OWN? 

I did my research! I was drawn to the beautiful photos on OWN, and when I started researching Sarah, I found her authentic, warm and full of joy – just the person who I would want to put my trust in.  

6) How was the actual session different from what you expected (if at all)?

Both sessions were fun! Sarah knows what she is doing. She provides a lot of direction which enabled me to relax and let her do the work.  She has a tremendous eye for angles, light and what makes a person their most beautiful.  Sarah is also so enthusiastic – she encourages you before, during and after the shoot!

7) What was your favorite part of the entire experience? (priming, the shoot, seeing images, giving the images..etc)

I loved preparing for the first shoot, such anticipation! Sarah provides a suggested checklist which I followed and then supplemented with a few of my favorite things.  You bring your suitcase to your boudoir session and Sarah goes through it and selects the outfits – it was great to hear her excitement, and of course she knows what shows up best on camera.   

8) How has the response been to your images?

My husband LOVED the first set.  He has blown up a few of the photos and they now hang in our bedroom. Some of my best girlfriends have seen them and are now interested in having their own boudoir session!

9) What is your advice for women interested in such a session?

Do it NOW! It is empowering and gives you an opportunity to capture your beauty both during the session and forever afterward.  

10) Did anything change about the way you see your own beauty as a result of this session?

Yes!  After the first shoot, Sarah sent me a few “sneak peek” images.  When I opened the email, the first one made me giggle – it was light and flirty. The second image made me weep – I had never seen myself in the way I saw myself in that image.  It really made me pause and re-examine the negative self-talk that can swirl around in my head.  It was a pivotal moment for me.  Now, I am much more kind and gentle to myself. No more negative self-talk or criticism about body “flaws”. I have found that now I look at myself as in, what would Sarah’s camera see?  It feels quite empowering and free.

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**Have you heard? I'm on tour this year! That's right, this Atlanta boudoir photographer is headed your way (probably). I'll be photographing women for their boudoir sessions in Vegas, Chicago, New York, London, Miami, and New Orleans. Are you looking to make a trip? Turn it into a long weekend... or maybe plan your vacation around me! Know someone in those areas? Give them my info. You'll be loved forever.