Let’s face it, boudoir photography can be an intimidating experience. The thought of coming up with boudoir poses in intimate settings can sometimes feel like a lot.
In this post, we go behind the scenes on how I take clients from awkward (they said it!) to alluring. I’ll show you how to transform your boudoir photos and have clients leave feeling empowered! With the right guidance and a few expert tips, you’ll discover that boudoir photography is not just about looking sexy. It is art. Get ready to create truly captivating images.
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The importance of posing in boudoir photography
Posing is a crucial element in boudoir photography. It can make or break a photo, because it has the power to convey emotions, highlight clients’ best features, and create a sense of allure and confidence. When it comes to boudoir poses, less is often more. It’s about finding the balance between natural and flattering poses that showcase beauty without looking forced or uncomfortable. No one wants that.
To create a successful boudoir pose, it’s important to pay attention to body language, facial expressions, and the overall composition of the photo. A slight tilt of the head, a natural smile, feet positioning, or a gaze can make a huge difference. In my posing guide I walk you through word for word how I pose my clients and leave them loving every single image.
Common mistakes to avoid
While posing for boudoir photography, there are some common mistakes that you should avoid to ensure stunning and natural-looking photos. One of the most common mistakes is stiff and unnatural poses. Remember to have clients relax their body as you guide them through it all. Telling them to breathe through each movement and pose. It is important to keep re-assuring clients as you’re taking photos! You never want to leave enough silence for doubt to creep into their mind.
Tips for creating natural and flattering boudoir poses
Creating natural and flattering poses in boudoir photography requires a combination of awareness and direction. Here are a few tips to help you achieve the natural look with boudoir clients:
1. Details are key:
Be aware of your client’s posture, the way they’re positioning their arm, where they’re looking, how their outfits are laying on them, etc. Letting these little details be overlooked can be the one detail that may make a client not like a photo.
2. Create mystery:
Allow yourself to go up close and create some images that feel anonymous. Using the crop, angles, and lighting to create that mystery that boudoir photography can bring to their images. This type of image is often one that clients like choosing for artwork. If it doesn’t feel as much like an image of them, it’s sometimes easier to hang on the wall.
3. Never leave room for doubt:
As I said before, never leave room for doubt to creep in. This means creating an environment that allows clients to feel safe and bring out the confidence that creates natural images. The moment they walk in pamper them, shower them with genuine compliments, play some background music, and make it an experience they can’t forget!
While you’re at it, take a sneak peek inside Stacy’s Boudoir Posing Guide
This is a 40 page step-by-step posing guide that will leave you feeling confident during your sessions. No more brain fog or not knowing how to pose your client next. Here’s an insider look to what you can expect inside the guide.
Prepping Your clients
A lot of the experience with boudoir starts at the time of booking. How you make them feel about their investment before they even step foot in your studio matters. Below are all key parts of the pre-session phase.
Boudoir outfit planning
I always start by telling clients to chose outfits that make them feel their best. That spark joy and excitement for their session! Now, if they are feeling lost on what to wear encourage them to look at what they already own. It can be that simple and that easy.
You can always make it easy for clients by opening up an Amazon influencer link for them to shop from!
Pamper
Send them a guide that gives them tips for the day of, encouraging them to get their nails done, schedule a hair appointment, anything that will make them feel their best. It’s encouraged to take care of your clients so, having hair and makeup ready for them when they walk in allows them to have a stress-free experience.
