As a portrait photographer in Austin, TX, I never really thought I would be attracted to boudoir photography. I always thought of myself as a lover of people and their stories and connection with the camera. The idea of boudoir seemed tacky and demeaning to me.

When you are in your 40s and a woman, you have often neglected yourself for at least a decade. Careers, kids, and/ spouses take precedence and it’s easy to fall last in line. I did. After homeschooling for 10 years, I was in awe of women that seemed to manage kids, careers, and self-care. Their grass definitely seemed greener than mine. I realized that if I was jealous it was because there was something they had that I didn't.

As I continue to work on my craft and hone in on my style, it’s important to me that I align myself with educators and photographers that have similar values and inspirations as I do. This also made me realize that, in my many years of shooting, I had never myself paid for a photoshoot. I had never myself experienced what my clients had. Self portraits, sure but I had not felt the insecurities my clients feel with someone else behind the lens.

This gorgeous lady came to me with a desire to celebrate being 40 with a sexy shoot for herself. Don’t get me wrong, she has an adoring husband and kids, but this was for her. If you know her, you know that she is the real deal. The full package… gorgeous, sweet and kind, and super smart.

What is a dream shoot you ask?

Well, it’s when you dream of being photographed somewhere extraordinary with hair, makeup, and wardrobe, all done for you. The photographer (me) takes care of everything and the magic happens with us together on the location of your dreams.

Paris. Milan. London. Buenos Aires. San Miguel de Allende. Basically, anywhere is possible. I tend to book a few shoots around the same time as I’m planning a visit to offset travel costs and keep it fresh! The idea is you get to fulfill a dream, feel fabulous and get the best images for you and your family to enjoy!