Des: A Gorgeous Repeat Boudoir Client Tells us More
Des loveeees having boudoir photos taken- I think I’ve taken her pics 5 times. She first had pictures taken as a present to her fiance (and to herself of course). Then she had sessions at Lake Mendota, on the Wisconsin River in a cabin, with a group of her friends at Foxy Studio, and finally a couples session with her husband. Each time she nails it. She puts her all into the sessions. I try to keep up with her passion and energy. It’s just so EASY to take her photos and to be around her in general.
Des is also one of my favorite humans. She is hardworking, kind, confident, and funny as heck. After that first boudoir session, we stayed in touch because we got along so well. After a little bit, it became clear that her super organized Virgo energy was just what was needed in my business, so she joined my little team as the office manager. She just started school full-time so she’s not with us anymore (tears for days), but she helped me out at the Wedding Expo a few weekends ago, and I know I’ll see her again soon. I’ll see her both to hang out and relive the good times, and of course, to take some more boudoir photos.
Without further adieu, here’s Des answering some questions about her experiences both with boudoir and with womanhood…and her showing us a bit of that sexy confidence too. (I’ll try to blog her couples session soon- the session was so recent that I’m still editing the photos!)
What motivated you to sign-up for a boudoir shoot?
I signed up for boudoir because I wanted to try something different. I thought it’d be a great way to have fun and to feel desirable for myself and my (then) future husband.
How did you feel after your session?
After my session, I actually felt intoxicated and I wanted more! I felt so confident, alluring, and exhilarated! I also felt like a made a new lifetime friend. Boudoir is very intimate and Maureen helped me feel at ease. I enjoyed myself immensely.
How does your favorite photo from your session make you feel?
My favorite photo makes me appreciate myself and photography in general. It helps me see myself in a more holistic way, a less critical way, and to celebrate who I am. Even more, it helps me recognize all of the hardships I’ve been through to become who I am today.
What would you say to a woman who doesn't think she is beautiful enough to be photographed?
Everyone is allowed to celebrate themselves! You’ll feel and look great!
What are your reflections on “beauty” in our culture?
Beauty is constantly changing and diversifying and I’m happy to see more shapes, sizes, ethnicities, and backgrounds representing beauty in the public eye.
What are your hopes for the next generation of women? What advice would you give to them?
I hope the next generation of women puts less emphasis on looks and can focus more on who they are and what really makes them happy. There is nothing wrong with caring about appearances, but constantly comparing and nitpicking makes it difficult for women to appreciate ourselves!
What would you tell your 16-year-old self if you could meet her now?
I would tell her to be strong and stand up for herself.
What do you love most about being a woman?
I love having boobs! :P I love that today as a woman, I can be whoever I want to be.
