Pinup: Behind The Scenes

I thought you might like to see these behind-the-scenes pin up pictures. I have been seeing these all over the internet but I believe this is the original source so go here to check it out:
Pinup Before and Afters

They titled it "The Original Photoshop". I laugh because you can tell there have been some obvious modifications to the original images. I noticed a lot of trimming of figures, change of hairstyles as well as changing the background.

I think it's interesting to see all they do to get the shot. Notice how in the 10th photo where she is swinging they have a light stand showing right behind the model. I believe that is the source of light shining down on the top of her head giving her the appearance that the light is coming from the sun since the painting looks as though she is outside.

Most of all I want everyone to notice that most pin up posters were a bit unrealistic. Enjoy:

Preparing for Your Boudoir Session - Hair & Nails

The next thing I wanted to write about in my little series about prepping for your boudoir photos is hair and nails.

Hair:
I highly recommend having your hair (and makeup) professionally done by my artist. She knows what looks great on camera and how to give you a sexy boudoir look. If you will be having your hair styled in my studio come with it clean and dry. It's tempting, but try not to pull it back into a ponytail. Elastics leave mark in your hair.

Don't have your hair cut drastically different from what you are used to right before your shoot. However, a trim to freshen up your style is a good idea. This will help your hair look it's healthiest (healthy = sexy). 
Freshening up your hair color is also a good idea. You don't want roots showing in your pictures. This is really hard to touch up digitally. Again, this isn't the time to try something new or drastically different, stick with what you know looks good on you.

If you are doing your hair yourself or having it done at your own salon remember that for pictures it generally looks good with a little more volume than normal. Curly, wavy and straight can all be sexy. Leaving it down and loose is usually prefered over formal up-dos. Remember that boudoir pictures are about a sexy bedroom look, not a fussy prom style. Take a look at Victoria's Secret catalogs for some inspiration.

Nails:
The best advice here is to just make sure they are neat with no chipping polish. Your hands and feet will show in the pictures so make sure your nails look nice. Getting a manicure and pedicure before your shoot will help you look great, but you can also do your nails yourself. Try to stick with neutral colors like pale pink, ivory, and even nude polishes look sexy. If you want a more dramatic look stick with a classic red that looks good with your skin tone. I don't recommend intricate designs or wild colors. Your hands aren't the focus of most of the shots and you don't want your nails distracting from the overall picture.

Remember not to stress out. There is not only one hairstyle or nail length/shape that is considered sexy. Choose what you like and what looks best on you. These pictures are all about celebrating you.

Be His Pin-up Girl for Valentine's Day

Sexy pictures of you in lingerie make the best Valentine's Day gift ever!

Last year's Valentine Boudoir Special was such a hit I just had to do it again. This is a killer deal, so spots will fill up fast. Email me at susie@definitionimages.com to set up an appointment. Remember, your boudoir session has to be before February 1st.

4x6 album with 30 images

Christmas Boudoir Photo Shoot Lingerie Ideas

Shopping for lingerie for your boudoir photo shoot or just Christmas shopping for yourself? Here are some of my new holiday favorites:

Bustle Slip from Victoria's Secret Super sexy lacie slip from VS with a flirty bustle in back.

Sexy Little Angel from Victoria's Secret Corset top with wings, very sweet (although I am not sure I love the halo).

Petticoat from Hips and Curves Petticoat skirts look awesome paired with thigh highs.

Chemise from Hips and Curves I love classic chemise slips - lots of options for posing and accessorizing.

More Boudoir Photos

A couple more pictures:

This boudoir shoot was super fun. She is giving her husband a calendar, which she picked up this week. The pinup girl calendars are 11x17, glossy and really beautiful. She chose to customize it with birthdays and their anniversary. He is going to be so surprised!

P.S. I changed the look of my blog, because, well, I like change. And yes, I am using one of Blogger's default backgrounds. Don't judge me :)

Boudoir Inspiration

Have you heard of Polyvore? A graphic design friend sent me a link to the site this morning.... and guess what I have been doing all day long!
Polyvore is a site where you can make collages. I made up a few using lingerie and accessories with "boudoir" as the inspiration. Need some ideas for what to wear or bring to your shoot? Check these out:

Boudoir

P.S. Check back, I keep making more, it's addicting.

Last Chance to Enter the Boudoir Contest

ONE

MORE

 DAY...

to enter the Boudoir Session Giveaway! Time is ticking so get your entries in before noon tomorrow.

This post details all the ways to enter:

http://utahboudoirphotography.blogspot.com/2010/03/boudoir-session-giveaway.html

Good Luck, and check back in tomorrow when the winner will be announced!

Product Feature - Flushmount Photobooks

Over the next week I am going to feature each of the albums I offer. The first album I chose to showcase is the Flushmount Photobook! This is a very popular album.

This book has a black linen cover and comes with a black presentation box (shown in the last picture).It has a sleek look even though the pages are nice and sturdy (they are thicker than normal photobook pages and don't bend). They are also super glossy (very high-fashion), and fingerprints wipe right off.
This album is very well made and will showcase your boudoir images beautifully.
The pages are custom designed for you. We will pick the images you want and then it will take me a few days to design your album. When the design is finished I will email you a proof so you can take a look at each of the pages and make any changes before it goes to print.

The seam between pages is almost invisible making it possible to lay out your images centerfold-style.

Please note that because the flushmount photobooks are very high quality assembly will take a few weeks. So plan accordingly. If you have any questions about the turn around time for this album (or about anything else) don't hesitate to contact me:

susie@definitionimages.com

Click here for pricing

Mini Shoot and Special

Introducing.... The Mini Shoot!

For a limited time you can book a mini shoot. Come with your hair and makeup done and one outfit (we can probably fit in two) and plan to shoot for about an hour on one set in the private Definition Images Boudoir Studio.

Your images will be professionally touched up and ready for you to preview in about two weeks*.

Book your session in August (the actual session can take place any time this year) and get a $50 credit for a full session at a later date!

Small Print:

Mini Shoot does not include hair and makeup services. Session fee must be paid for at the time of scheduling and is non-refundable. Prints, albums and other products are not included in the session fee.

Session must be booked by August 31st, 2009 to receive the $50 credit. Credit may be used toward the session fee of a full session (not including the Mini Shoot) for a later date.

*Rush services are available for an additional fee.

Happy Holidays

I just wanted to take a minute to wish everyone a wonderful and happy holiday season. I absolutely love this time of year. Often there is so much to do. I get feeling crazy from all the shopping, baking, gift wrapping and all the other stuff I have going on everyday like running a business and having a family. I know I am not the only one that feels this way. My holiday wish is that all of us will take a few moments to appreciate all we have and to celebrate family and friends and all the other things that are important in our lives.

Be His Very Sexy Valentine

It's not even Christmas yet but it's not to early to start thinking about Valentine's Day.
Boudoir images of you are the sexiest gift ever. But you gotta plan ahead. We are booking sessions right now to get your gift back in time to surprise him on Valentine's Day!

Contact our studio today!

A few of my favorite things....

So, on my website's info page I have a list of What to Wear to give you ideas about what to bring along to your shoot. However, I thought I would post a list of "a few of my favorite (sexy little) things" to shoot and the reason:

• Bridal Veils: Aw, what can be prettier than sheer white veils? You can be playful and innocent or sexy and a little bit naughty in yours. Your husband-to-be will think these are your best "bridal" pictures ever! Remember to bring along some pretty white lingerie (bras and panties work well) and your Engagement Ring!

• Thigh High Stockings: Ok, who really still wears these on a daily basis? Talk about uncomfortable. However, they are the ultimate in sex appeal. They are especially hot with a garter belt. Let's show off those sexy legs. Remember to bring some high heel shoes.

• His Tie: The guys love seeing something of theirs on you. Ties can be a super fun accessory. Playfully put it on with a bra and panty set, a la Julia Roberts in Pretty Woman. He'll smile every time he puts that tie on.

Boudoir? What's that?

So what is a boudoir anyway? And, how do you pronounce it?

The word boudoir actually has many meanings. It's French (ooh la la) and originally meant a bedroom or a woman's private room, but over the years it has been used to describe everything from a style of furniture to a type of sexy photography (yes, we know all about that part).

It is pronounced like this - boo-dwahr. Don't worry, I feel funny saying it too.

FAQs: What if I don't look like a model?

I will let you in on a little secret - Even models don't look like models every day (of course you already knew that, but sometimes we forget). The women you see in the movies and in the magazines have a team consisting of makeup artists, hairstylists, photographers and editors that know how to make them look their absolute best.
At our studio you get the same treatment.
When getting boudoir portraits done you want someone with specific experience in this genre of photography. Posing and lighting are so important. You will also want someone who knows how to properly apply makeup for photography. Studio lighting requires different application of makeup than what you would normally wear.
Touchups on the finished photographs are also very important. There is nothing wrong with editing images to enhance them. It helps to realize that all the stars you see on the cover of magazines are airbrushed extensively. Photo editing is a skill. Poor quality editing can leave the image looking fake and plastic. Subtle touchups are usually all that is required to perfect an already sexy image.
With all the work we do on our end to help you look stunning, you have to realize that the true beauty lies within you already. Nothing is sexier than a confident woman who radiates with her own special brand of beauty.
Working in this field I have come to realize that every single woman is beautiful and sexy and should be confident enough to book a boudoir portrait session.

Why are we different?

What makes us different from the other photographers out there? Well, let me tell you :)

Besides being a female photographer, I work with an amazing female hair and makeup artist. Her artistry has been performed on some pretty high profile celebrities as well as for my own beautiful clients. She works on set to make sure every hair is in place and that your look stays flawless.

We have a studio dedicated to shooting boudoir photography. That means you don't have to pay for an expensive hotel. Although the hotel option is available, we think our studio is perfect. It's private and versatile.

I use glamour lighting techniques that are used for fashion and glamour magazines. This means you will look like a supermodel. I also have over 10 years experience with photo editing software (I don't want to tell exactly HOW many years, I prefer to pretend I am still 20). I do touchups on all images. You will see these touchups before you order your prints and books. If you prefer something changed I will be happy to do it. I don't charge extra for touching up because honestly I enjoy it and believe every image you see should be it's best.

The style we offer is a sexy fusion of glamour and boudoir photography. We are very experienced, professional (although expect to have a lot of giggly fun), and we LOVE what we do.

Boudoir Photography on MSN

Boudoir photography is hot! It's not just me that says so, check out this article on MSN:
Boudoir Wedding Photography 101
Then give me a call to schedule your session!