A woman with blonde hair styled in loose waves, wearing a nightgown, standing against a plain wall. She is posing with one arm across her waist and the other hand touching her hip, with a soft expression on her face.

PLANNING

Once your session is booked, the fun begins.

You will receive a Prep Guide from me and some homework which will include starting a private Pinterest Board that you will invite me to view. This will ensure we are on the same page and gives me a great idea of what you find beautiful and are naturally drawn towards.

This can also help the hair and makeup artist know in what direction you want to take the look. Big hair? Natural and glowy?

You might be surprised that you link mostly images that are more on the anonymous side or that you love dark and moody more than light and airy. This is great for me to plan our sets and use that vision board as a guide to creating stunning art of you.

My Prep Guide includes information on wardrobe, styles of images all the way down to the best lip moisturizer!

THE SHOOT

A maternity photoshoot of woman in black lingerie posing inside a room with a large window, with her hand behind her head, while a second woman with hair clip looking at her, taking a photo or video.
A woman is getting her makeup done by a makeup artist in front of a mirror, with a large studio light overhead, a water bottle and glass on a chair, and the scene reflected in a mirror.

When you arrive, we will help you up with your things, offer you an array of drinks and snacks and sit for a few minutes to discuss your shoot in front of your Pinterest Board.

Then we will take you through to Hair and Makeup where you will relax for an hour and get glammed up. While you do this, I will be prepping lighting, sets, and the order of wardrobe (as well as removing lint, or steaming anything necessary).

Once primped, the photoshoot begins! Music shifts and we start making magic! There is no pressure on you as I tell you how to pose from chin to toes and even guide expression and movement.

A boudoir photoshoot is as much about what you see as what you don’t, so we specialize in working with all comfort levels and suggesting without revealing 😉

THE PRODUCT

A week after your photoshoot, you will come back to the studio and select your final images. This is private appointment where, through bubbles and chocolate you get to see a slideshow, and your images side by side to select your very favorite ones.

Based on your selection, we will apply your pre-purchase credit, give you a memory stick with your digitals and place the order for your printed product within a few days.

Within a month you will receive an email from us confirming your product arrival and either schedule a pick up time, or an installation time for us to install your wall art in your home.

Black and white photo of a woman in lingerie hanging on bedroom wall, with a bed and decor in the background.
  • Black and white photo of a mature woman sitting cross-legged with her eyes closed, her right hand on her chest, and her left hand on her stomach, wearing a tank top and beaded necklace, in a peaceful yoga pose.

    “What an amazing experience all the way around. It was my first experience doing a photo shoot so I wasn’t sure what to expect. From the second I walked into my dressing room I knew it would be special. The make up artist was great. Valentina really is an amazing photographer & made me so comfortable. She really knows her stuff. I felt like a pro by the end. Such great conversations & lots of laughs. Top notch experience & you should see the pictures, stunning! Thanks for an incredible experience & incredible pictures!”

    Kelly

  • A woman with curly hair wears a detailed lace blouse and light denim jeans, standing against a plain background.

    “Valentina created an amazing photo shoot experience. The makeup artist did a fantastic job. Valentina made me feel very comfortable in front of the camera. She has an artistic eye and was able to deliver portraits that are truly special and unique, so much more than your typical head shot. She captured the mood and vibe I had hoped for… Highly recommend!!”

    Amanda

  • Black and white portrait of a woman with long wavy hair, wearing a torn denim jacket, a necklace, and a nose ring, looking thoughtfully to the side with her hand in her hair.

    “Valentina is genuinely one of the sweetest people I have ever met. She made me feel so confident. She is so talented and knows how to make you feel comfortable in front of a camera.”

    Marley

  • A woman with wavy hair wearing a sparkly dress, sitting on a stool with her legs crossed, leaning forward with one hand on her shoulder, in a black-and-white studio portrait.

    "Working with Valentina was a pure pleasure. Her photos bring out the best in her subjects from all angles. She takes care of you beginning to end and it feels so natural and comfortable. I love her talent, how easy she is to work with and most importantly the final product. Simply amazing"

    Micah

  • Black and white portrait of a woman with dark hair looking down, wearing a off-shoulder top, with a contemplative expression.

    "Valentina did an amazing job with my photoshoot! She made me feel comfortable and glamorous—which is something we all don’t get to experience very often in our everyday lives. I’m very glad to have the experience of participating in her program and I look forward to sharing and enjoying my photos for years to come!"

    Jennifer

  • Black and white photo of a woman with her eyes closed, leaning her head on her hand, sitting in a relaxed pose with a tattoo on her arm.

    "Valentina made me feel so comfortable, beautiful, and valued in front of the camera. I went into my boudoir photo shoot super nervous but she put me at ease and I had an incredible experience! The pictures turned out better than I even could have hoped, and I couldn’t be more grateful."

    Addisyn