How My First Session Was Different from My Second
Hi, I’m Rebecca! I am a previous (and returning) client of Emma Early! I’ve had two boudoir shoots with Emma, with another to come. I’m convinced that everyone should do more than one boudoir shoot to embrace different sides of themselves. The variety of sexy photos I have are so fun to look back on, and I am still so surprised about how vastly different my sessions were. Let’s talk about how my first boudoir experience differed from my second!
The customer service aspect was top-notch both times, but my confidence grew tenfold from the first to the second. When I did my first session, I decided to say, “fuck it, I want to have an experience for myself.” Honestly, boudoir was never really on my radar. I like taking creative photos for fun, but I have never actively seen myself as a sexy woman. I was a mom of two young kids, and I didn’t prioritize my sexuality. The decision to shoot with Emma was pretty impulsive and shaped my identity outside of motherhood. I still can’t tell you what made me go for it.
Emma provides full hair and makeup services for clients. I had never had my makeup done professionally before, not even for my wedding! It felt like such a luxurious experience to be pampered from the minute I walked in the door. I felt so important and wanted. I remember genuinely trusting Emma as a photographer and a friend. Seeing myself completely done up was a memorable experience I will never forget. I was nervous about accentuating what I love about myself but hiding my insecurities, and Emma supported me through all of my desires and fears. My favorite photo from my first shoot is a close-up of my face, of all things. I still look back to that photo almost 2 years later when I need to remind myself that I am powerful, incredible, and beautiful. Although the body shots are sexy and stunning, she caught images about my personality and me that I really needed to see.
My first boudoir shoot was a life-changing experience, and I honestly couldn’t wait to do it again.
My second shoot was a few months after the first one. What’s funny is I was pregnant with my third child during the shoot and didn’t know it yet, so it’s really fun to look back at that last experience before my entire life changed! Anyway, I went in wanting to embrace more of my personality. I knew how the flow of the day would go, so I focused more energy on creative ways to show up in the studio as myself. I intentionally chose lingerie pieces that were colorful and a little quirky because I knew that Emma would capture me in stunning ways. I felt more comfortable picking lingerie because I had a better idea of styles that worked best with my body. I even felt more confident in exploring some of the spicer set options. Although my first session was perfect and fun, I felt so much more equipped to show up as myself for the second one!
Some of my favorite images of myself are from both of my shoots. There is a good combination of beautiful, sexy, fun, and spicy. My third session is in a couple more months, and I can’t wait to see what I learn this time around! Having multiple boudoir sessions was such a fun way to reconnect with myself. Both experiences were so different but necessary to connect with myself, and it’s really awesome to reflect on my self-love journey as my confidence grew with Emma’s guidance.
I say all of that to conclude by encouraging you to do another shoot. You may be shocked at how different and special your next experience could end up being! Plus, Emma is always adding new lingerie pieces, sets/bonuses, and techniques to her studio, so you really don’t want to miss out!
Are you thinking about your first boudoir shoot or maybe another one to add to your collection? Make sure to get in contact here.
