Like any creative I need to constantly to explore new techniques in order to grow creatively. I love looking back to the past for more traditional, in-camera techniques to create unique effects, like I did with this session in my Middelburg studio exploring multiple exposure and shutter drag.
I’m a big believer that boudoir doesn’t have to fit the cliche of a woman rolling around bedsheets in barely there underwear and heels, and a full face of makeup. Boudoir is about celebrating your feminimity, feeling comfortable in your own skin and rediscovering your sensuality- and in a way that feels right to you. One of the ways you can do that is take inspiration from the past like Melinda and I did for this 60s inspired boudoir session with the makeup, outfit and lighting to match.
“I have no idea,” is not a phrase you’ll hear from me as I’m always bursting with new ideas. And sometimes those new ideas need to be brought into reality, like I did with this softly, romantic boudoir session at my Middelburg studio where I finally found a use for a huge bag of ostrich feathers I was gifted.
A birthday is always the perfect reason to book a session, especially if it’s a milestone birthday like turning 30. I recently met up with Jo-landri in Middelburg to capture her just being the only person she needs to be- herself; and all while celebrating her turning 30 this February.
Sometimes you just have to get a bit weird and a bit silly to have yourself a ton of fun. And that’s what Larochelle and Wayne did with me in my Middelburg studio recently by hopping on the awkward couples portrait trend. The cringe is intentional.
