Q: What was your motivation for booking a boudoir session?

After struggling my whole life (and let's be honest, I still do sometimes) with body image and the opinions of others, I thought it wasn't even "appropriate" for me to do a shoot like this for so long. Then slowly, as I found myself loving myself more, I also started to see more representation in the world of bodies of all sizes. One day I had the "if not now, then when?" thoughts, and decided I was worthy of any dang thing I wanted!

Q: What made you choose Bare Soul Boudoir?

Not only do I love Jess' editing style and the past shoots she had done, but her openness about welcoming all bodies into her studio really solidified it for me that this would be a space I was welcome and celebrated in with no judgement.

Q: Were you nervous before your session? What did you do/ remind yourself to over come that?

So nervous. But I just kept telling myself that I was doing this for me, to see me in a different, new light, to have something that makes me feel like the badass I know deep down I am. 

Q: How did you feel before your session vs after?

Driving to my session the nerves were definitely setting in and for a moment I questioned if this was the right thing. From the moment Jess opened the studio door though, the nerves started to subside. Slowly but surely as we went through the steps, the nerves faded. The drive home was full of so much excitement and I couldn't wait to see the photos she captured, and I couldn't stop smiling at what a big step that was for me, and how I already wanted to do it again!

Q: How did you feel seeing your photos for the first time?

I was blown away. Definitely a "that's me?!" moment. Then a "damn, that is me!" moment. That feeling of being proud of myself for doing it and also being in awe of myself for just how beautiful they turned out. 

Q: How do you feel weeks after your session?

I'd say I'm still riding the high from the experience. My phone background picture is of me now, I still go back and look through the photos and I can't wait to order some products for my wall. 

Q: What would you say to anyone on the fence about a boudoir session?

Rip off the bandaid and do it! It's a rewarding experience that I think even the most confident person would benefit from. Besides, it's a ton of fun and a very worthy investment!