Well weve started our search for new premises and yesterday viewed the first possible property. The space itself was great, in an old mill however it had 2 flights of stairs which in the end we felt wouldnt be good for accessibilty or our general portrait side of the photography business.
We want to keep the atmopshere of our small and friendly studio but also give our clients a more bespoke experience when they come to us and ideally have 2 seperate studio spaces for portraiture and boudoir.
Will keep you all updated
In the mean time, if you could have a look at the product poll on the right of the blog and let us know what you prefer, collections or build your own?
Showing posts with label boudoir. Show all posts
Showing posts with label boudoir. Show all posts
Friday, 26 February 2010
Saturday, 13 February 2010
Betsys Boudoir Photography Changes
Hi all
We have made a little change to our photography collections. To make it easier to choose which one you would like we now have a new album available and for those who don't want the album option you can now book your own a la carte session, where you buy your make up and photo session and have the freedom to choose which product you would like to display your images, be it canvas, prints, digital files or frames.
Our albums now come in 3 different size options and of course if theres a size not mentioned, just ask we can get other sizes and page variations if desired.
We are also now moving our after session image veiwings off the internet and into the studio so you can view them at their very best, dont worry if you have to travel a long way we are still giving all cleints the online gallery to show off to their friends and choose their final images if they cannot get back to us.
http://www.betsysboudoir.co.uk/pricing.html
We have made a little change to our photography collections. To make it easier to choose which one you would like we now have a new album available and for those who don't want the album option you can now book your own a la carte session, where you buy your make up and photo session and have the freedom to choose which product you would like to display your images, be it canvas, prints, digital files or frames.
Our albums now come in 3 different size options and of course if theres a size not mentioned, just ask we can get other sizes and page variations if desired.
We are also now moving our after session image veiwings off the internet and into the studio so you can view them at their very best, dont worry if you have to travel a long way we are still giving all cleints the online gallery to show off to their friends and choose their final images if they cannot get back to us.
http://www.betsysboudoir.co.uk/pricing.html
Monday, 4 January 2010
Happy New Year
Well I hope you all had a great Christmas and New Year and are getting well into those new years resolutions..
What did 2009 teach you? one of the things for me was that you get what you pay for. Insurance, products and photography.
I have been a bargain hunter for years but running my own business has made me realise its good to support local quality business and that sometimes paying more for a quality product in the long run saves you more than buying several of those cheaper items. I never compromise on the quality of the products I buy in for you, always looking for longevity and that wow factor. And as always if I find something better then I will use it.
Getting back to Betsy's. If you have already been a client, you can join our Betsy Club for free, to find out what it entails email me for a leaflet.
Our valentines offer is now on, a fab little mini pocket album with 10 prints and a 12x8 print for only £225, keep one for yourself and give the other to your loved one for a perfect and unusual valentines gift.
We now coffer canvas prints, we have samples to view at the studio and come in a range of sizes from 12x8 up to 60" depending on your image.
Well that's it for now, I hope the snow doesn't cause you too much disruption.
What did 2009 teach you? one of the things for me was that you get what you pay for. Insurance, products and photography.
I have been a bargain hunter for years but running my own business has made me realise its good to support local quality business and that sometimes paying more for a quality product in the long run saves you more than buying several of those cheaper items. I never compromise on the quality of the products I buy in for you, always looking for longevity and that wow factor. And as always if I find something better then I will use it.
Getting back to Betsy's. If you have already been a client, you can join our Betsy Club for free, to find out what it entails email me for a leaflet.
Our valentines offer is now on, a fab little mini pocket album with 10 prints and a 12x8 print for only £225, keep one for yourself and give the other to your loved one for a perfect and unusual valentines gift.
We now coffer canvas prints, we have samples to view at the studio and come in a range of sizes from 12x8 up to 60" depending on your image.
Well that's it for now, I hope the snow doesn't cause you too much disruption.
Friday, 4 December 2009
long day
Have spent today adding the option to pay by credit and debit cards online. I hope this will give my customers more options on how to pay for their shoot and any products.
Also gearing up for 2010, our price change will occur on 5th January 2010 so if you wish to take advantage of our 2009 pricing and even book for next year you can before this date.
We are pretty happy with our current product range we have a new coffee table album which will be with us soon and a few other things in the pipeline but you will have to wait till next year for those, I wont make the keeping you in suspenders joke ... promise!
Lastly our referral scheme will be implemented in the new year, current customers have already had the information but we will be posting it on the blog in January.
Also gearing up for 2010, our price change will occur on 5th January 2010 so if you wish to take advantage of our 2009 pricing and even book for next year you can before this date.
We are pretty happy with our current product range we have a new coffee table album which will be with us soon and a few other things in the pipeline but you will have to wait till next year for those, I wont make the keeping you in suspenders joke ... promise!
Lastly our referral scheme will be implemented in the new year, current customers have already had the information but we will be posting it on the blog in January.
Friday, 27 November 2009
Nadias Session
Nadia had her boudoir session in October for her wedding which took place in November. We hope you had a lovely day and your now husband loved his gift. Heres a few from her shoot
And for a finale finish something a bit different.
Friday, 24 July 2009
Wednesday, 1 July 2009
Boudoir Photographer Interview Ivana Bencic
Todays interview is with Croatian photographer Ivana Bencic, Although she hasnt been photographing Boudoir for very long, I just love her style and choice of locations.
As always I ask my guest to tell me a little about themselves:
I was introduced to boudoir photography just last year as something that should be connected with weddings, brides etc. But I didn’t “understand” much about it because Croatia
So lets start with the obvious, why Boudoir?
Too much magazines, commercials, movies, people… telling women how they should look. Boudoir changes the perception of the world today. If only women had an inch of self-esteem which could tell them that they don`t have to look like “that and that” to be attractive/pretty/beautiful.
How long have you been photographing Boudoir?
Now and then for about a year. Strongly for three months.
How would you describe your style?
Sensual, soft, ladylike, chic.
What did you photograph before you got bitten by the boudoir bug?
Concerts, weddings, places, portraits. A lot.
More about you, where did you grow up?
Zagreb, Croatia. Still living here.
Do you prefer to work in studio or location when it comes to Boudoir?
Both!
Boudoir photography is still in its infancy in the UK, How is it seen in the Croatia?
If in UK its in infancy, in Croatia it`s a fetus
What’s your favourite boudoir pose?
Girl lying on her back and looking mysteriously above and back at the camera
Can you show us some of your recent work?
Do you have a favourite photographer living or dead?
Lillian Bassman, Gregory Colbert...
What is the best thing for you about shooting boudoir?
Transformation of 'thorns to roses' Making women laugh and happy. Making women feel good about themselves. Seeing the reaction: " OMG this is me?!" :)
Does anyone or anything influence your photography?
I'm influenced by art, architechture, women and french photography
Who is the most important person in your life?
It`s hard to pick just one. I guess I`m lucky having few.
Sometimes the initial reaction from people on the street is that I am a glamour photographer, do you get a similar reaction and how do you deal with them?
If they see you here on the street with a great dressed lady, they would think glamour, fashion, editorial… never boudoir. I explain it`s boudoir and hand them my business card.
If you could shoot with any other photographer in the world who would it be?
Too many to choose.
Do you provide any wardrobe for your clients? If so what’s your favourite item?
Nope, they provide it for themselves. But I LOVE corsets and high heals.
PC or Mac?
PC.
When you’re not working as a photographer what do you enjoy doing?
Actually I have a full time job in a ticketing company and a part time job as a photographer. Photography is rarely a good money-making job in
Any can't live without’ pieces of equipment?
My Fuji S3 camera, Sigma 18-50 mm 2.8 lens and Nikon Speedlight SB 28DX flash.
Finally any advice you would give to budding boudoir photographers wanting to start out?
Go to the Boudoir Divas workshop first. It will all come clear then and there.
More of Ivanas work can be found at :
http://ivanabencic.blogspot.com
Thank you very much for taking the time out
Friday, 19 June 2009
Vintage boudoir photo shoot
A fellow photographer who is just starting out her career joined me yesterday for a studio shoot with model vintage model, Kareena. Amanda mostly photographs dog obedience and is a dog trainer herself, she wants to get more experience photographing people.
Kareena has the most fantasic range of vintage wear in her wardrobe, not to mention her flame red hair, and we got to shoot some of it. Here are a few of my images.
Kareena has the most fantasic range of vintage wear in her wardrobe, not to mention her flame red hair, and we got to shoot some of it. Here are a few of my images.
Friday, 12 June 2009
50's pin up photo shoot
Had a great photo shoot yesterday, with Christina Lauder and Dom Needham, photographers from near Leicester. Our model was Sapphira Chattan who has a passion for 40s/50s .
Heres a few of my shots from the day.
Heres a few of my shots from the day.
Monday, 18 May 2009
Radio Boudoir
Just over a week ago whilst twittering away, I found local radio station presenter Frances Finn. I followed their shows blog and never thought any more about it.
So next day surprise as a call from BBC radio Nottingham asking if I would like to go on the show to talk about Boudoir photography. So today was the day, I was nervous even though I knew I shouldn't be, sometimes you just cant help it.
Its one of those possible nightmare scenarios where you dream you are going to go all Father Jack on the proceedings and only be able to shout the word pants over and over again, until you wake up in a cold sweat and realise it was just a dream.
It went very quickly, after taking an hour to get into the city, we waited (we being myself and mum, who really really wanted to see the studio, and put across the argument that she was older than anyone else there for should get to go!)
Everyone was lovely, listened to the previous guests then in we go, it went so fast, I think I did OK, hate listening to my own voice, I sound far more Derbyshire than I do in my own head.
If you are interested, its available on the BBC website http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001ymv2 18/05/09 at around 48 minutes. A bit before that Frances asks, am I Nottingham's answer to Gok Wan, of course .......
It will be available to listen to for 7 days.
Well back to the real world now.
So next day surprise as a call from BBC radio Nottingham asking if I would like to go on the show to talk about Boudoir photography. So today was the day, I was nervous even though I knew I shouldn't be, sometimes you just cant help it.
Its one of those possible nightmare scenarios where you dream you are going to go all Father Jack on the proceedings and only be able to shout the word pants over and over again, until you wake up in a cold sweat and realise it was just a dream.
It went very quickly, after taking an hour to get into the city, we waited (we being myself and mum, who really really wanted to see the studio, and put across the argument that she was older than anyone else there for should get to go!)
Everyone was lovely, listened to the previous guests then in we go, it went so fast, I think I did OK, hate listening to my own voice, I sound far more Derbyshire than I do in my own head.
If you are interested, its available on the BBC website http://www.bbc.co.uk/programmes/p001ymv2 18/05/09 at around 48 minutes. A bit before that Frances asks, am I Nottingham's answer to Gok Wan, of course .......
It will be available to listen to for 7 days.
Well back to the real world now.
Tuesday, 12 May 2009
Tuesday, 5 May 2009
Boudoir Photographer Cathy Empey - Interviewed
In the first of my Boudoir photographer interviews, Id like to introduce you to a photographer whos work and style I admire. Cathy Empey is a boudoir photographer in the Fraser Valley of British Columbia, Canada.
Heres where I would go on to tell you a bit more about her but as she does it so well herself, take it away Cathy…
I am left handed, and I look through my camera with my right eye! When I was pregnant with my sixth and final baby, I had some professional maternity photos done of myself. Even though I weighed over 200 pounds at the time, and I had huge cankles...I still felt beautiful and sexy.
My photographer at the time (and now friend) made me feel absolutely beautiful. So, after my little girl Courtney was born in mid November 2007, I decided I wanted to help other women feel beautiful and sexy too. I figured if I feel this way, I know there are many other women that felt exactly the same way I did. So, I decided then and there I wanted to be able to give this wonderful experience to others. So, I talked to my now friend, and she came over and gave me a lesson on her digital SLR, and she loaned it to me for a week. And she loaned me a book on exposures.
That week was the best week ever. Between feeds, and diaper changes I would shoot away. It was exactly what was missing in my life. My creativity and passion came back! It was a very thrilling feeling to be able to create again. I hadn't used a camera in manual since my high school 20 years ago. It felt great to use a camera other than a point and shoot. After that week was up. I gave the camera back to my friend.
The very same week my husband looked on our local Craigslist and bought me the same type of camera. I was thankful to my husband for all of his encouragement. Finally I found my creative side again, and even happier I could use my camera to help make women feel beautiful and sexy. My passion found again.
At first I was too nervous to photograph a real woman, so I practiced first on my girls' Barbies, I soon found the courage to shoot my first boudoir session in August of 2008. And I was hooked. And the emails and calls began. I have been booked solid ever since! I am so thankful for all of the sessions I have done. Each and every woman unique, and I love finding their sexy beauty. Amazing!
Now Down to some questions
So lets start with the obvious, why Boudoir?
I am very passionate about helping ALL women feel sexy and beautiful. My camera is my tool to help me do just that. I believe that ALL women must have a boudoir session for themselves. I knew I wanted to help others feel the way I did during my maternity shoot. The realization that we are all beautiful and sexy. Sometimes we just need an outside person to help us find it. That is where I come in. My job is to find that beauty! I have the best job in the whole world
How long have you been photographing Boudoir?
August of this year will mark one year. It has been a very exciting time in my life, and I look forward to continuing working with lovely women from all over.
How would you describe your style?
My style is modern, fresh and saucy. Sassy sexy photographs for all women.
What did you photograph before you got bitten by the boudoir bug?
Up until the beginning of last year, the only photos I took were photos of my kids, and family members. On my old point and shoot. I would take the odd photos of flowers in the yard etc.
More about you, where did you grow up?
I was born in Vancouver, B.C. and raised in Richmond, B.C. Canada. We now live in Langley, B.C. Canada.
I have relatives in Canada I’ve never met, would love to visit for a holiday soon, do you have a favourite holiday destination?
Hmmm. It is hard to narrow down to one location! I would have to say Whistler, BC. Home to the Vancouver 2010 Winter Olympics. Also, you should go to Victoria, B.C. It is beautiful there! Be sure to Google!
Boudoir photography is still in its infancy in the UK, how is it seen in Canada?
I know there are quite a few photographers that shoot boudoir, but very few if any who specialize in boudoir like I do. I love specializing in boudoir!
What’s your favourite boudoir pose?
Hmmm. There are so many that I like, but I would have to say a more traditional boudoir poses, but with a twist.
Can you show us some of your recent work?
Do you have a favorite photographer living or dead?
Hmmm. I would have to say Annie Leibovitz. She is so inspiring. I remember that pregnant Demi Moore Vanity Fair cover so very well. I remember I was pregnant at the time, and thought she is really brave! The cover paved the way for us all!
What is the best thing for you about shooting Boudoir?
I would have to say the best thing about shooting Boudoir is making the women feel sexy and beautiful. I love to meet all of these great women, they all have such interesting stories and backgrounds. And, of course their reasons for doing their boudoir sessions. I also love that I get to do maternity boudoir as well. The pregnant form is so beautiful. And because I was pregnant so much, I feel I can relate very well to how my client is feeling. I can relate to how ALL of my clients are feeling, because I have been there. I have felt the same feelings, and so I feel I can give them a very happy experience that they will remember for a very long time. I also love it when they see the finished photos and cannot believe that they could look that good! And they ALWAYS do! It is very rewarding to see my clients so very happy.
Does anyone or anything influence your photography?
I am really influenced by shapes, and colour. Textures even. I also love to look through magazines, and even photos online. But, I also stay true to my style. I shoot what I love. And usually it works. I try not to compare my work to other Boudoir photographers. I really work on my own Cathy style. I am an original, and so my work should be too!
Who is the most important person in your life?
I would have to say my husband Cliff (also my biggest support person!) And of course how can I not include my six kids. My team Empey.
I know here in the UK some peoples initial reaction is that I am a glamour aka nude photographer, do you get a similar reaction and how do you deal with them?
I have never had a reaction like that yet! So far so good. Boudoir seems to pretty popular Canada. But my goal is to make it even more well known. And shout out to the world that Boudoir photography is for every woman!
If you could shoot with any other photographer in the world who would it be?
Hmmm. That is so tough to limit to just one person. I would have to say Jessica Claire. (www.jessicaclaire.net) as I think she would be fun to hang out with and talk about hair products! I also like her use of colour! I am all about the colour!
Do you provide any wardrobe for your clients? If so whats your favourite item?
I do not provide wardrobe, but I have been known to lend out my own high heels if they are needed! I do give a lot of wardrobe help though before the sessions, so that my clients come to me well prepared, and feeling like a million dollars! That feeling shines through in the photos. When they look good, they feel great!
PC or Mac? I am am MAC girl all the way!
When your not working as a photographer what do you enjoy doing?
Well, I would have to say go running. I was training for a marathon, but I got injured. So, I am trying to rest and heal my injury. When I am not running I like to go out for coffee with husband, and with my friends. Or, just surf the net.
Finally any advice you would give to budding boudoir photographers wanting to start out?
Take your time and learn everything about your camera. Get a book and write down all of your ideas and dreams for your business. Be sure to take lots and lots of photos. Not just Boudoir. Photograph everything around you! Be confident that you can shoot in any situation. Then, start practicing. Ask your friends if you can do a free session for them, and before you know it, you will have lots of clients. Good luck. It has been so rewarding to help other women realize just how beautiful they are.
More about Cathy and her work can be found at:
http://www.boudoirbycathyempey.com/
http://www.boudoirbycathyempey.com/
www.murrayvillemom.blogspot.com
Cathy , thank you for taking the time out to do this for us.
Monday, 27 April 2009
Sherrelles Photo shoot 26/4
Yesterday we had a great fun shoot, Sali was the make up artist on this one, lot of fun and Sherrelle was great. No need for words here are some images from the day.
Wednesday, 22 April 2009
Boudoir photography studio
Well its completed, and we love it. my favourite wall is this jaquard inspired design, it just screams Boudoir in my opinion. Its taken a lot of work but now down to the fun bit, photography. Cant wait.......
Friday, 3 April 2009
Brave Enough to Boudoir? New products
I am so excited to have a brand new product range , still keeping the colour scheme but adding a little more pep!
I will still offer the Boudoir album, boudoir black mount folder, and DVD, this will now be presented in a 5x5 boudoir black DVD case which holds one image and your disc. Also on offer is the 6x4 mini album or the dinky handbag sized clasp album , perfectly discreet to show all your friends.
Heres a sneak preview :
So.. Are you Brave enough to Boudoir?
Wednesday, 25 March 2009
Boudoir Divas
Nosing through facebook the other day and I noticed two US photographers known as the Boudoir Divas.
Its interesting to see the girls Marissa Boucher & Kimberlee West marketing to other photographers and although everything looks to be in its infancy thier products look interesting to the UK as well as the US market.
Why not check it out http://www.thedivasblog.com/
Meanwhile back home, Spring has deffinately sprung and we are looking forward to introducing a new product range shortly for you to display your boudoirlicious photos. Watch the boudoir products page closely.
Well back to the studio revamp, see you soon
Its interesting to see the girls Marissa Boucher & Kimberlee West marketing to other photographers and although everything looks to be in its infancy thier products look interesting to the UK as well as the US market.
Why not check it out http://www.thedivasblog.com/
Meanwhile back home, Spring has deffinately sprung and we are looking forward to introducing a new product range shortly for you to display your boudoirlicious photos. Watch the boudoir products page closely.
Well back to the studio revamp, see you soon
Thursday, 5 March 2009
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