The pin-up look made famous on WWII bombers and in the 50s has become a timeless classic which is now undergoing a revival through digital photography. Alongside the rapid growth of the boudoir genre also covered in this book the retro pin-up look is an increasingly popular request from clients, and this book will show you all you need to know to achieve it, whether youre shooting professionally, or just for fun. The book add is a complete guide to planning and shooting both pinup and boudoir photography, whether from a studio or on location, including crucial advice on sourcing and using props to get the perfect retro look, or getting the most out of the lens and lighting to capture something more modern. There is an inspirational gallery chapter, featuring work of top pros in the field so the reader can try as many different styles as they like, as well as a chapter featuring Photoshop techniques for perfecting the look of their shots.
Jen Rozenbaum presents sixty essential skills that will help you to fine-turn every aspect of your boudoir shoot. She begins with a look into what qualifies as boudoir, identifies the subgenres of boudoir portraiture, and then launches into a targeted look at various posing strategies that will really amp up your subject's gorgeous curves for a sexy, sultry look. You'll also find a host of image concepts that you might want to incorporate into your repertoire, plus lighting sources and setups Jen favors for creating sizzling shots, and even tips for selecting a wardrobe that downplays perceived flaws and celebrates your subject's assets. Of course, Rozenbaum doesn't stop there. There are even sections on changing up lenses for portrait variety, working with a Lensbaby (a specialty lens that offers a 'sweet spot' of focus), and pulling out all of the stops with today's must-have light source: the Westcott Ice Light.
Creating passionate boudoir portraits is a many-layered process. If done effectively, you are not only taking a picture but you are telling a story. The finest boudoir photography creates an intimate moment that the subject can share with someone special. In this book, Jessica Lark details how she created her award-winning style and successful boudoir studio. For Lark, a boudoir shoot is more than just posing and lighting, it is an experience. A big part of that boudoir experience is the studio. The entirety of the intimate experience you are crafting for your clients is built on the foundation of authenticity they feel your space has. The comfort and inspiration that the subject feels from the space comes through in the photographs. Lark believes that the photographer and the experience inspire the women to create something beautiful to photograph. In order to master the art of seduction and create the boudoir experience it’s necessary to provide this intimate space. In an age where uninspired men’s magazine photo spreads and salacious social media pictures are what are considered sensual, Lark strives to create something alluring, inspired and seductive. This book has been created with the professional boudoir photographer in mind, those with the passion to create seductive portraits. She shares the secrets of her successful business, tips and strategies for creating both an environment for capturing beautiful photos and building a comfort level and relationship with clients that keeps them coming back for more. The intricacies of lighting, posing, hair, make-up, wardrobe, props and sets are covered. Separate chapters are devoted to her simple yet effective lighting and posing styles. When done well, artful posing not only flatters a woman’s features and diminishes any flaws, but it also looks natural, as if she is not posing at all. Lark uses lighting to add dramatic nuances to her shoots, creating shadows, depth or accenting specific details. You can be as creative with lighting as you are with hair, make-up, posing or set design. The concept of seduction is presented by Lark not just in her work but across everything she does with her business: website, social media, studio, products & services, personal interactions. Creating a cohesive experience from introduction, through the shoot, to selecting the final portraits is a cornerstone of Lark’s vibrant business. This book presents many gorgeous and sensual portraits capturing many moods and styles within boudoir: delicate, sensual, provocative, glamorous, vintage, pregnancy, erotic, bridal and avant-garde to name a few. Presented in a lush and easy to follow format, this book provides the instruction and inspiration to create stunning portraits that any woman would want. Master the basics concepts presented and execute them flawlessly for stunning boudoir photos every time.
Offers tips and techniques for setting up and executing a boudoir photography shoot, covering topics ranging from preparing a subject and arranging lighting to post-processing, as well as providing advice for male photographers.
Boudoir by Kara Marie is a gorgeous and detailed posing guide for boudoir portrait photographers. While a practical how-to guide, it is also a gorgeous art book that your clients can browse in your studio.If you purchase the Boudoir Book, you get the digital posing cards for free, just email The Portrait Masters Customer Support. support at the portrait masters dot com
Body and Soul presents a unique and emotionally intelligent approach to building a sustainable boudoir photography business. The higher-level strategies within these pages will enable photographers to move beyond the task of simply making pretty pictures to greater goals, such as understanding the emotional journey of the boudoir process, building meaningful, long-term relationships with clients, and creating a referral engine to sustain your business. Susan Eckert combines her professional experience as an internationally published photographer with her advanced degree in Psychology to deconstruct the boudoir experience. Each chapter is complemented by interviews with her clients, and illustrates how photographers can partner with their clients throughout the boudoir process in the development of meaningful work. Highlights of this book include: Self-assessment questionnaires to help you develop your brand and identify your market Best practices for developing positive client relationships before, during, and after the photoshoot Helpful advice for how to work with the sensitive aspects of boudoir photography, such as body image Succinct and thorough guidance for behind-the-camera techniques that will bring your client’s emotional story to life Personal interviews with clients who openly discuss their photoshoot goals, comfort levels, and boudoir photography journeys An interview with a clinical psychologist on the role and value of the emotionally-intelligent boudoir photographer
“Boudoir” photographs are intimate images created of a woman in a private (read intimate) space. The term “boudoir,” in translation, means “bedroom,” and images created in the boudoir style—whether they are indeed created in a woman’s boudoir or in a makeshift bedroom within the walls of a photographic studio—are strictly feminine. The subjects may be adorned in fine lingerie, or perhaps may be shown in the act of dressing—or undressing. The images are sensual, flirty, and always beautiful. Clients book boudoir sessions to celebrate their sensuality and femininity. For some, the goal is to document a special phase in life or simply to find a new way to see herself. Other women seek to book a boudoir session with the goal of providing a significant other with a highly personal and perhaps playful gift. Regardless of her motivation, her expectation is that her photographer will be able to amplify her assets, minimize any perceived figure flaws, and create a beautiful, evocative work of art. In order to meet—and exceed—her clients’ expectations, photographers must have a wealth of technical knowledge (just which camera angles, exposure settings, lens selections, and lighting patterns will create the desired look?) and a facility with coaxing form-flattering poses that lengthen legs, whittle waistlines, enhance the bust, and somehow look and feel natural, not contrived. The expression that is elicited must suit the mood of the image, too. And, of course, there are fragile egos at play. Yes, working with a scantily clad subject under the scrutiny of a lens is a tall order. Sadly, each of those concerns can seem magnified when working with the plus-sized boudoir subject. In this book, Tammy Warnock presents a tangible, easy-to-follow recipe for creating va-va-voom images of plus-size clients that celebrate every sexy curve. She introduces readers to 60 real-life subjects and investigates the intricate details of conceptualizing and crafting a sensational plus-size boudoir session. For each session presented for review, readers will learn about the client’s objectives (Why did she book the shoot? What was the mood or feeling or theme she had in mind?). Tammy will share the strategies she used to create rapport with the client, boost her confidence, and ensure a positive, praise- (and referral!) worthy experience. The artistic elements of the shot (backdrops, props, and styling) and corrective posing and lighting strategies are detailed as well, culminating in an inspiring and instructional framework that readers will rely on whenever any boudoir subject calls for services.
Maximize the results of your every boudoir session by incorporating these tips for easy, effective lighting and flattering poses. In this book, Jodi Lynn Maxwell proves that you can create a wide range of lighting effects using a single strobe, modifiers, and window light. She shows you how to create a starting setup and make minor changes to produce a host of lighting looks, in minimal time and with little effort. Coaching a client into a flattering pose is key to making her feel good about herself—particularly when it comes to boudoir portraits. Maxwell provides before-and-after poses, showing simple refinements that take a portrait from marginal to magnificent. She also provides step-by-step instructions on flow posing. You’ll start with a strong basic pose, then ask a client to move a foot, tilt their head, turn a shoulder, etc., to produce myriad flattering portrait options in a short span of time.
