remember how in all of my previous style guides on engagements, maternity, and family portraits I told you less is NOT more?  well, here is the exception.

Often times a client will have a duffle bag full of lingerie to choose from during her boudoir session, but i recommend only wearing 3 or so outfits.  My style of boudoir is less ‘Victoria’s Secret” and even less “maxim”  and more fine art sensual.

the simpler the wardrobe, the better.  and even better yet, is none at all.

Here is the thing, ladies.  he doesnt care if you are wearing his favorite baseball hat and posing with his bat.  it wont turn him on more to see you in a cowboy hat with his button down t-shirt on.  these images are about you, about your body, about your sensuality, and your confidence.

THAT is what is going to turn him on the most.  these images are as much for you as they are for him, and you can be beautiful and artful and still be sexy.  if he does have a thing for girls in cowboy hats, lets incorporate it, but do it in a proper manner.  a cowgirl on the hotel room bed seems a little…. awkward and out of place.  why not in a private field at sunset?  that seems a little more authentic AND sexy to me, right?

Ferenc Berko – Bombay nude, 1942

edward weston

le container

saul leiter

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lacie hanson

andrey yakovlev

Just a little peak at the boudoir session i had a few weeks ago with miss T,  and we’re so thankful for the rights to publish a few of her images.  Although I shoot boudoir a couple times a month, I rarely get to publish images because we always respect the privacy of our clients 100%. But, occasionally we have an exceptional client, like Miss T.  She  wanted to help enable other women to have the same experience she had- one that bolstered her self confidence and self-esteem.  We all have areas of our body that we’re a little less than thrilled about, and to bare it in front of a camera is a real testament to the love you have for yourself and your body. To be bold, brave, and self-confident enough to schedule a boudoir session is one of the most empowering things a woman can do for herself, and it’s usually quite the bonus for the man in her life too! and who am i kidding? boudoir shoots are super fun.  when else do we get to drink champagne listen to playlists while shooting?  definitely my style!

PS: upcoming things at SugarLeaf…

reminder that THIS FRIDAY! is the photography fundraiser for Jason and Julie in Milwaukee!  if you want to sign up for a photo session (payment by donation!) email me at lexia@sugarleafphotography.com subject line DECENT

the main portfolio website may be down a little bit this week as we renovate, clean house, and update!  exciting things!

tuesday the second part to lighting with on camera flash will be going up at http://sliceoflemon.com/, head over there and click ‘photos’ to read the tutorial!

monday (tomorrow!) a new video blog goes up at Newlyweds-dish.com, ummm… and i’m talking about passing gas.  for real.

Saturday i’ll be photographing a beautiful hindu wedding with the ever talented and gorgeous jennifer johnson

and then next week i’m off to Cincinatti for a photography workshop by AfterDark Education! i’m so thrilled for that workshop, i can not even tell you.  needless to say, i may be a bit absent from email correspondence as well as blogging and phone, but leave me an email and i’ll get back to you when i can!

We’re announcing the valentine’s day boudoir marathon! so risque!

I dont post all the boudoir photography i do on my blog for obvious reasons (we keep confidentiality and privacy first priority), but when something this big happens, we’ve got to advertise it! Esther and I are teaming up for an amazing weekend of making you feel like a super model and getting sultry images to give to your man for valentine’s day.

Go check out www.boudoir.estherlouise.com for the skinny!

seriously though… champagne and hors d’oeurves? professional make-up? magazine quality images? a pin up calendar? valentine’s gift for your man?  there are only 15 spots available, and they sell out quickly, so contact either myself or Esther to make your reservation!  can’t wait to see you!

smoldering! yes! i know!

she is absolutely gorgeous.  more from the boudoir session in Miami. some big things are in the works for boudoir sessions right now…  the only hint i’m going to give is that it’s for charity.  and the other hint is that you’re probably going to want to stay tuned for more details, and also get your tissues ready because, well… you might tear up a little bit.

confused yet? i KNOW! im just so SECRETIVE!!!  muah hahaha!

have i mentioned how much i love shooting boudoir?! i had the opportunity to shoot with Kay Eskridge at the After Dark Photography convention in miami, and work with a couple of great models.  it’s not often i can post boudoir to my blog because most clients like to keep that photo session private. boudoir sessions are honestly one of my favorite sessions to shoot.  i love it when women leave feeling sexy, empowered, comfortable with their bodies, and most of all confident with themselves.  this is really about the woman and celebrating her.  not to mention, the guys don’t mind getting this as a gift as well

worried you wont be able to throw your modesty away for a boudoir session?  i sometimes equate it to getting a massage.  if you can undress for the masseuse, you can definitely do this!  clothing is optional, meaning you can wear as much or as little as you would like.  As an experienced photographer, i help guide you to positions that are most flattering, and will make you FEEL and BE sexy, whatever your body shape.   this isn’t just about the final product, it’s about the experience as well!

if you’re interested in scheduling a boudoir shoot to give to your  fiance, your husband, or just so you can celebrate yourself, please don’t hesitate to contact me. i can show you a more complete portfolio with styles ranging from edgy to classy, to vintage pin-up.