Professional Photography

I don't usually post about how important technical skills are on Betsy's blog but I thought this peice covers all genres of photography even though its about weddings. If your considering whether to book a pro or friend for your wedding photos or indeed for any other type of photography, deffinately worth a mull over seattle bride

First Boudoir Photography session 2010

Our first boudoir back in the first week of January 2010 was with Kathrine who booked not only for her boyfriend but also for her birthday.


She brought along the most fabulous corset set and killer heels , here are a few images from her session.

New boudoir photography products

Hi all, hope you are well.

New products on the horizon for Autumn 2009, ' but you only had new products in spring' I hear you say. Well, due to our album supplier succumbing to the current economic climate and our stock being nearly all but used up, we have taken the opportunity to offer something different.

Firstly the box print, sized at 12x16inches it stands proud from the wall with a nice black or ash box frame, with your print sitting neatly inside. The image is laminated for longevity and looks stunning on any wall.




Then the metallic print, this has a gorgeous sheen to it and suits a black and white image perfectly. You can also have metallic images in the little black book and the coffee table album.




The little black book ,well OK this isn't new but its such a good album it deserves another mention. Perfect gift for him.








Storybooks, these are digitally printed books, 20 images on 10 leaves with personalised image to the front cover, then there's the bigger sister the coffee table album, imagine the up to date digital wedding album but specially designed for boudoir. Images will be uploaded to site when samples arrive.

Nina's Vintage Nude photo shoot

Had another fantastic shoot yesterday, Make up by Sophie Lyall, Nottingham. Please note the following images contain nudity and are only suitable for those aged over 18.
We worked through a mix of vintage, fine art nude and some boudoir to finish.

Gemma's Glamour / Boudoir Photo Shoot

Had a fabulous shoot with Gemma last week ,a bit of a mix of glamour and boudoir with a hint of vintage.

Betsy's hints and tips

I notice on a lot of forums and in general are questions asked by potential clients about their boudoir sessions, these range from what should I wear to how do I pose, well to help out a little bit we will be posting hints and tips on clothing, posing for any shape, hair and more.... the all important girly stuff.

Tips will be coming from Betsy's as well as other sources, past clients, other boudoir photographers, our team of make up artists.

These will be posted on our facebook page and less frequently on the blog

http://www.facebook.com/betsysboudoir

£25 off Boudoir photography products

All you need to do is call or email me for a quote and you will receive £25 off any product you buy on top of your photo shoot package. i.e. book The Boudoir Session and then get £25 off any product you wish to add to it.

The voucher is valid until october 31st 2009 and can be redeemed against any product item, no change given and one per household.

Important Info -Betsy's Boudoir

Hi all, after much thought we have decided to change the name of Boudoir By Helen, as things evolve it has become apparent the name no longer suits.

Adding some new exciting additions to the business soon, will tell you all about that in a new post, and I will still be your main photographer.

Due to popularity adding more glamour style images for those of you who wish it, and of course giving the images that vintage edge.

The new name is Betsy's Boudoir, I wanted something a little different and so many studios are now Boudoir By *insert word here* a more unique and unusual name was called for.

I hope you agree its quirky and vintage and above all that you love it.

you will still see Boudoir By Helen floating about as it will take a while for things to all be changed, and its not good to change it all at once with SEO etc to think about.

speak soon

Emmas boudoir photo shoot

Last night was emmas turn for a bit of boudoir treatment,

she was a great model what more an I say, and chance to try out the new wallpaper.

New boudoir studio set

A new set, going for opulent, vintage, rich deep colours to give that old style feel.

This is a basic set that more furniture can be added to, corsets and jewellery a must!

Look out for this set in client images over the next couple of weeks.

Model Shoot Friday

We had a bit of fun on Friday and created some unusual shots, Kareena from Kitten Kreations had free rein on the style of make up, and then giving a victorian feel with a modern twist to the images.

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 knows/shows nothing about boudoir. But it wasn’t until The Boudoir Divas workshop which I attended, that I realized how amazing this is and how really I want to do it. My goal is to specialize in boudoir photography, but I’m just at the beginning J

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 Croatia.

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 :

www.ivanabencic.com

http://ivanabencic.blogspot.com

Thank you very much for taking the time out